Non-Discrimination Policy (Title VI)

Winter Growth, Inc. is proud to be a recipient of federal financial assistance, and we fully comply with all non-discrimination requirements under:

Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964
The Civil Rights Restoration Act of 1987
Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990

For More Information or to File a Complaint

If you believe you have been subjected to unequal treatment because of race, color, or national origin, then you have a right to file a formal complaint. To file a complaint, you may:

Call our Human Capital Director at 410-964-9616
Visit our office at 5466 Ruth Keeton Way, Columbia, MD 21044
Go online to www.wintergrowthinc.org

Our Commitment

No person shall, on the grounds of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, ancestry, or disability, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be otherwise subjected to discrimination in the provision of any care, service, or employment—whether federally funded or not.

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COMPLAINT PROCESS

Any individual, group, or entity that believes they have been subjected to discrimination based on race, color, or national origin may file a written complaint with the Human Resources Director.

How to File

Submit a Title VI Complaint Form within 180 calendar days of the alleged occurrence.
The complaint must include:

Complainant’s name, address, and contact information (phone, email, etc.)
Date(s) of the alleged discrimination (include when the complainant became aware of it, and when it ended or last occurred)
Description of the alleged act of discrimination
Location(s) of the incident (include vehicle number if applicable)
Explanation of why the complainant believes the act was discriminatory based on race, color, or national origin
Names and/or job titles of individuals involved (if known)
Contact information for any witnesses
Indication of any related complaint activity (e.g., was this also submitted to MTA or FTA?)

Where to Submit

Winter Growth, Inc.
Attn: Human Capital Director
5466 Ruth Keeton Way
Columbia, MD 21044

Phone: 410-964-9616
Email: hr.administrator@wintergrowthinc.org

Verbal Complaints

If a complainant is unable or incapable of providing a written statement, a verbal complaint of discrimination may be made to the Human Resources Director at the office.