{"id":78533,"date":"2025-03-10T11:11:33","date_gmt":"2025-03-10T15:11:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mofga.org\/?page_id=78533"},"modified":"2025-03-10T11:18:46","modified_gmt":"2025-03-10T15:18:46","slug":"code-of-conduct","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.mofga.org\/code-of-conduct\/","title":{"rendered":"Code of Conduct"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Code of Conduct<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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We expect all MOFGA volunteers and community members to adhere to this Code of Conduct during all interactions, whether at in-person events, through digital platforms (e.g., email, social media, video forums), or via phone.<\/p>

Core Principles<\/strong><\/p>

1. Act with Integrity and Honesty.<\/strong> Conduct yourself in a manner that upholds MOFGA\u2019s values and mission.<\/p>

2. Comply with MOFGA Policies. <\/strong>Stay informed about and adhere to all MOFGA guidelines, including those related to diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-discrimination.<\/p>

3. Respect Others.<\/strong> Listen to and engage respectfully with staff, volunteers, beneficiaries, and other stakeholders. Foster an environment of openness, honesty, trust, and respect.<\/p>

4. Ensure Fair Treatment. <\/strong>Treat everyone equitably, without prejudice or discrimination based on race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic.<\/p>

5. Use Appropriate Language.<\/strong> Avoid language that could be considered offensive, discriminatory, or hateful. Do not engage in speech or actions that incite violence, hatred, or harassment against any individual or group.<\/p>

6. Address and Report Unacceptable Behavior Challenge.<\/strong> inappropriate or unacceptable behavior, including hate speech or harassment, and report breaches of this Code of Conduct promptly to a MOFGA staff member.<\/p>

7. Report Concerns Immediately.<\/strong> report any allegations or suspicions of abuse, fraud, or violations of this Code of Conduct to a designated MOFGA staff member.<\/p>

8. Maintain Privacy and Confidentiality. <\/strong>Respect\u00a0personal privacy and ensure all personal information is kept secure and only disclosed in accordance with MOFGA\u2019s data protection policies.\u00a0<\/p>

9. Honor Commitments.<\/strong> While volunteering schedules are flexible, promptly inform the lead MOFGA staff member if you are unable to fulfill a commitment.<\/p>

Anti-Hate Speech Statement<\/strong><\/p>

MOFGA is committed to maintaining a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment for all. Any form of hate speech, including but not limited to racist, sexist, homophobic, transphobic, or ableist remarks, is strictly prohibited and will result in immediate action, including possible removal from MOFGA activities.<\/p>

Enforcement <\/strong><\/p>

Any breaches of this Code of Conduct will be reviewed and addressed in accordance with MOFGA policies. Consequences may range from verbal warnings to termination of volunteer or community member involvement, depending on the severity of the violation.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tYour privacy is important to us. To better protect your privacy we provide this notice explaining our online information practices and the choices you can make about the way your information is collected and used. To make this notice easy to find, we make it available on our homepage and at every point where personally identifiable information may be requested.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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    We use the information you provide about yourself when placing an order only to complete that request for information. We do not share this information with outside parties except to the extent necessary to complete that process.<\/p>\n\n

    We use return email addresses to answer the email we receive. Such addresses are not used for any other purpose and are not shared with outside parties.<\/p>\n\n

    You can register with our website if you would like to receive our newsletter as well as updates on our new products and services. Information you submit on our website will not be used for this purpose unless you fill out the applicable registration form.<\/p>\n\n

    We use non-identifying and aggregate information to better design our website but we would not disclose anything that could be used to identify those individuals.<\/p>\n\n

    Finally, we never use or share the personally identifiable information provided to us online in ways unrelated to the ones described above without also providing you an opportunity to opt-out or otherwise prohibit such unrelated uses.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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    You can inquire about all your personally identifiable information that we collect online and maintain by contacting us. We use this procedure to better safeguard your information.<\/p>\n\n

    You can correct factual errors in your personally identifiable information by sending us a request that credibly shows error.<\/p>\n\n

    To protect your privacy and security, we will also take reasonable steps to verify your identity before granting access or making corrections.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

    Code of Conduct We expect all MOFGA volunteers and community members to adhere to this Code of Conduct during all interactions, whether at in-person events, through digital platforms (e.g., email, social media, video forums), or via phone. Core Principles 1. Act with Integrity and Honesty. 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