Policy Statement
SelfDesign Learning Foundation (SDLF) is committed to the prudent resolution of legal matters that may arise, directly or indirectly, through the actions of a contractor, support provider, volunteer, or board member while doing work for SDLF. By addressing issues as soon as they arise, SDLF expects to proactively address liability concerns.
SDLF is committed to confidentiality in these matters.
Definitions
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Policy
SelfDesign Learning Foundation will require a contractor, volunteer, or board member to immediately advise the President and CEO and provide copies of any relevant/related documents and/or communication, if they become aware that, in connection to work undertaken for SDLF:
- allegations have been made against them,
- they have been named in a lawsuit,
- that there is a legal threat,
- or they have been served with legal documents.
Protocol
- Community members immediately advise the President and CEO (ceo@selfdesign.org) and provide copies of any documents they have been served in relation to work undertaken for SDLF.
- If the lawsuit is directed at the President and CEO or Board members, the President and CEO will notify the Board Chair and HR immediately.
- The President and CEO or Board Chair will immediately seek legal advice and advise the Board of Directors.
Related Documents
- Insurance Policy