The Mitten Phone Chapter (a chapter of the Michigan Council of the Blind and Visually Impaired) is committed to maintaining the integrity of its events by creating a welcoming, professional, safe, and respectful environment for all who attend and/or participate in its events. The term “events” shall include chapter meetings, social functions, or any other gatherings sponsored or convened by the Mitten Phone Chapter. All participants at the Mitten Phone Chapter events are required to adhere to this Code of Conduct policy as adopted by the Mitten Phone Chapter Board of Directors.
Prohibited conduct
This policy defines prohibited conduct as including, but not limited to:
- Unwelcome verbal, visual, or physical conduct based on race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identification, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law; or
- Disrespectful, offensive and/or threatening conduct, verbal abuse, stalking, bullying, violence, or intimidation.
Reporting prohibited conduct
Any person who believes that he or she has experienced or witnessed behavior prohibited by this policy should report the conduct to the Mitten Phone Chapter Board of Directors within 60 days of the conduct.
Investigation and action
Upon receipt of an allegation against an individual reported under this policy, the Mitten Phone Chapter Board of Directors will investigate and will thereafter determine what, if any, action will be taken based on the circumstances. Such actions may include, but are not limited to, banning the individual from the event where the conduct is determined to have occurred and any future events. If allegations are made against a member of the Mitten Phone Chapter Board of Directors, such member shall be disqualified from participating in the investigation and decision-making processes regarding such allegations
Free exchange of ideas
Nothing in this policy shall limit or preclude the free exchange of ideas and/or opinions so long as such exchange does not involve threats or other prohibited behaviors as defined in this policy.