JUSFC EEO Statement
DATE: January 3, 2011
The Japan-US Friendship Commission affirms
its commitment to equal employment opportunity for all persons. The Commission's
goal is to make its working environment a place where equal employment for all
employees and access to employment for all applicants is assured, and where
promoting civil rights is essential to the Commission's success.
Unlawful discrimination because of
race, color, sex, age, disability (mental and physical), national origin,
religion, sexual orientation, political preference, labor organization or
non-affiliation, marital status or parental status is strictly prohibited.
The Commission is committed in all areas to providing a work environment that is
free from harassment. Harassment based upon an individual's sex, race,
ethnicity, national origin, age, religion or any other legally protected
characteristics will not be tolerated. All employees, including supervisors and
other management personnel, are expected and required to abide by this policy.
No person will be adversely affected in employment with the employer as a result
of bringing complaints of unlawful harassment.
Title II of the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 protects
applicants and employees of the Commission from discrimination based on genetic
information in hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training,
classification, referral, and other aspects of employment. GINA also restricts
employers’ acquisition of genetic information and strictly limits disclosure of
genetic information. Genetic information includes information about genetic
tests of applicants, employees, or their family members; the manifestation of
diseases or disorders in family members (family medical history); and requests
for or receipt of genetic services by applicants, employees, or their family
members.
Each staff member at the
Commission is committed to supporting Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) laws
and regulations in accomplishing its goals. The Commission strives for an
environment where employees and supervisors are able to communicate openly
without fear of reprisal. The Commission is proactive in ensuring equal
opportunity for all individuals, while fostering a work environment free of
discrimination and harassment.
All managers are encouraged to use
positive, problem solving approaches to handling discrimination complaints at
the earliest level. The Executive Director encourages all employees to fully
participate in the EEO Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) Program when
informed of their involvement. This is an effective mechanism for resolving
cases at the grassroots level.
The success of the Commission's programs and mission depends on the full
commitment of all employees. Each will be held accountable for his or her
actions in ensuring equal opportunity.
Eric J. Gangloff
Executive Director