NYCCST does not tolerate discrimination, nor tolerate explicit references of a discriminatory nature, based on gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, nationality, color, religion, age, disability, veteran status, socioeconomic status, marital status, pregnancy, and/or sexual orientation.
Harassment and/or intimidation based on any protected characteristic is strictly prohibited. All the following are considered harassment and/or intimidation: Written communications, verbal communications, or physical gestures or behavior that shows hostility, aversion, or bigotry toward an individual. Sexual harassment in the form of written, physical, and/or verbal communications or behavior is also prohibited.
Incidents of harassment should be immediately reported to an administrator of the organization who will promptly arrange an internal investigation regarding the matter. NYCCST prohibits acts of retaliation against individuals who report or cooperate with investigations of harassment and discrimination cases.
