Equal Opportunities Policy

Policy Statement

Knowinnovation is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.   

Scope

This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including but not limited to:

  • Recruitment and hiring
  • Compensation and benefits
  • Training and development
  • Promotion and advancement
  • Termination and layoff
  • Other terms and conditions of employment

Prohibited Conduct

Knowinnovation prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment based on any protected characteristic. This includes, but is not limited to:

  • Verbal or physical harassment
  • Unwelcome sexual advances or requests for sexual favors
  • Derogatory or offensive language or jokes
  • Retaliation against individuals who report discrimination or harassment or participate in an investigation

Reasonable Accommodations

Knowinnovation will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities or religious beliefs, unless doing so would impose an undue hardship on the organization.

Complaint Procedure

Any employee who believes they have been subjected to discrimination or harassment should report the incident to their supervisor or the Human Resources Department. Knowinnovation will promptly investigate all complaints and take appropriate corrective action.

Responsibilities

All employees are responsible for complying with this policy and for fostering a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. Supervisors and managers have a particular responsibility to ensure that their subordinates understand and comply with this policy.

Enforcement

Any employee who violates this policy will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.