Coronavirus Update from the Office of Equity, Diversity and Special Programs
Pandemics such as Coronavirus can cause situations of legal consequence should they lead to intentional or unintended bias and discrimination. All members of the HCC community are reminded that HCC subscribes to Zero Tolerance for discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.
Please pay close attention to the College’s alerts and notifications regarding official College actions in light of the Coronavirus pandemic. In addition, below is guidance for your use and information.
- What You Should Know About COVID-19 and the ADA, the Rehabilitation Act, and Other EEO Laws
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Pandemic Preparedness in the Workplace and the Americans with Disabilities Act
As a reminder of the college’s stance regarding discrimination, harassment, and retaliation, you may refer to the following links:
Finally, if you believe that you have been discriminated against in violation of HCC administrative rules, procedures, and policies, you should file an official complaint using the HCC Complaint Intake Form. Upon completion, please scan and e-mail the complaint to Ms. Elina “Tina” Bivins, JD, MBA, who serves as Manager, Equity and Title IX at ebivins2@hccfl.edu/
For additional information or inquiry, you may contact Annazette Houston, Chief Diversity Officer, 813.253.7043, via e-mail at ahouston14@hccfl.edu