[Peace-discuss] Re:[Peace] WEFT Anti-Sexism Statement

[jencart]

Thanks, Kimberlie --

This is great, and isn't it rotten that such a statement is necessary?  

It should be the law for EVERY person/agency/business/department, public or private in ALL interactions.  It has a chance of passing @ many levels, worth the fight.

Jenifer C.
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Hi, all.  I am happy to forward the following good news.
Kimberlie
WEFT BOD Member
 
 
 The WEFT Board of Directors approved the following statement at the 1/24/05 meeting:

ANTI-SEXISM STATEMENT

Every member of the WEFT community has the right to an environment free of  discrimination or harassment on the basis of sex, gender, and/or gender  identity.

WEFT does not tolerate or condone sexism or negative gender stereotyping  and is committed to achieving the prevention of such behaviors and  practices and promoting an anti-sexist culture by: 1. ensuring that women  are included in decision-making positions; 2. addressing policies and  practices that, while not intentionally discriminatory or intimidating,  have such an effect; and, 3. educating and informing all members of the  WEFT community on issues associated with sex, gender and/or gender  identity.

WEFT prohibits discrimination and harassment, including conduct on the  basis of sex, gender and/or gender identity that: 1. is abusive, demeaning  or threatening -- including behavior such as name-calling; derogatory  remarks, gestures and physical attacks; or display of derogatory or  belittling pictures and graffiti; 2. biases administrative and appointment  decisions, volunteer and workplace practices, promotion, appointment; 3.  misuses power, authority or influence; and, 4. discriminates in the  provision of goods and services, or access to premises, accommodation and  other facilities.



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