Cancer Assistance of Williams County (CAWC) is committed to providing assistance, support, and resources to individuals and families affected by cancer without discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, culture, language, national origin, age, disability, socioeconomic status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other protected characteristic. We firmly believe in equal access to our services and a supportive, inclusive environment for all.

Our Commitment

1. Equal Treatment: CAWC will not discriminate against individuals seeking our services, volunteers, employees, or members based on any protected characteristic.

2. Access to Services: We ensure that all individuals, regardless of their background, have equal access to our programs and resources. CAWC provides free aids and services to people with disabilities to communicate effectively with us through the use of:
   a) Qualified sign language interpreters
   b) Written information in other formats (large print, audio, accessible electronic formats, and other formats)
   c) Language services to people whose primary language is not English through qualified interpreters and/or information written in other languages

If you need these services, please contact us at 419-636-0079.

3. Respect and Dignity: CAWC is committed to treating all individuals with respect and dignity, recognizing the inherent worth and value of each person.

4. Inclusivity: Our organization promotes a culture of inclusivity, embracing diversity and ensuring an environment where everyone feels welcome and valued.

Reporting Discrimination

If any individual experiences or witnesses discrimination within CAWC, we encourage them to report it immediately to the current President of CAWC. A grievance may be filed by mail, phone, or email. If assistance is needed in filing a grievance, a board member can help. Contact information is available on our website at cancerbridge.org or through our office at 419-636-0079. All reports will be taken seriously and investigated promptly in a confidential and respectful manner.

The reporter may also file a charitable complaint with the Ohio Attorney General, Charitable Law Section, electronically through the Charitable Complaint Portal at:
https://charitablecomplaint.ohioattorneygeneral.gov/

Or by contacting:
Charitable Law Section
30 E. Broad St., 25th Floor
Columbus, OH 43215
Phone: (800) 282-0515
Fax: (877) 390-0423
Email: [email protected]

Zero Tolerance for Retaliation

CAWC maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy for retaliation against any individual who reports discrimination, files a complaint, or participates in an investigation. We are committed to protecting the rights of those who come forward in good faith.

Compliance with Applicable Laws

Cancer Assistance of Williams County complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws prohibiting discrimination and strives to exceed these requirements in our commitment to inclusivity and equal treatment.

Review and Updates

This policy is reviewed regularly to ensure continued effectiveness and compliance with relevant laws and regulations. We welcome feedback from our community to help strengthen our commitment to non-discrimination.

Approved by the Board of Directors
Cancer Assistance of Williams County
1425 E. High St., Suite 110
Bryan, OH 43506
wms.cancer@gmail.com
419-636-0079

 General

CAWC requires that its Directors, Officers, and employees observe high standards of business and personal ethics in the conduct of the organization’s mission and business, as well as their individual duties and responsibilities. These standards are described in CAWC’s Ethical Code of Conduct. As employees and representatives of CAWC, we must practice honesty and integrity in fulfilling our responsibilities and comply with all applicable laws and regulations.

Reporting Responsibility

It is the responsibility of all Directors, Officers and employees to comply with CAWC’s Ethical Code of Conduct and to report violations or suspected violations thereof in accordance with this Whistleblower Protection Policy.

No Retaliation

No Director, Officer or employee who in good faith reports a violation shall suffer harassment, retaliation or adverse employment consequence based on said reporting. An employee who retaliates against someone who has reported a violation in good faith is subject to discipline up to and including termination of employment. This Whistleblower Protection Policy is intended to encourage and enable employees and other parties to raise good faith serious concerns within CAWC prior to seeking resolution outside of the organization.

Reporting Violations

CAWC has an open door policy and suggests that employees share their questions, concerns, suggestions or complaints with their supervisor. The Board will be notified and required to report complaints or concerns about suspected ethical and legal violations in writing. The President of the Board is also the Compliance Officer and is responsible for ensuring that all complaints about unethical or illegal conduct are investigated and resolved. The Compliance Officer will advise the Executive Director and/or the Board of Directors of complaints and the resolution will be reported to authorities who have the duty to investigate and prosecute.

Acting in Good Faith

Anyone filing a written complaint concerning a violation or suspected violation must be acting in good faith and have reasonable grounds for believing the information disclosed indicates a violation. Any allegations that prove not to be substantiated and which prove to have been made maliciously or knowingly false will be viewed as a serious disciplinary offense.

Confidentiality

Violations or suspected violations may be submitted on a confidential basis by the complainant or may be submitted anonymously. Reports of violations or suspected violations will be kept confidential to the extent possible, consistent with the need to conduct an adequate investigation.