Flourish is dedicated to upholding a polite and professional environment where each individual is accorded respect and dignity. We recognize that gossip, rumors, and disrespect can harm our environment and negatively impact relationships between others. Staff and Volunteers are expected to refrain from both gossip and disrespectful communications. This includes verbal communication, text, social media, and email.
All staff and volunteers are expected to communicate professionally and respectfully with each other. Negative talk or comments about others’ personal life, appearance, or behavior are strictly prohibited. Volunteers are urged to raise any concerns or conflicts with the parties directly or, if required, to escalate the situation to a staff member. Any concerns will be taken seriously and investigated promptly, with confidentiality and sensitivity.
Maintaining confidentiality is essential for upholding professionalism and a welcoming environment for guests and volunteers. Volunteers are required to keep any private or sensitive information that they may have access to throughout their service confidential and to respect the privacy of both guests and fellow volunteers. Any breach of confidentiality might lead to disciplinary action, perhaps termination.
The consequences of breaking this policy might range from disciplinary action to termination of volunteer service. Flourish reserves the right to take appropriate action to address any gossip, rumors, or negative talk that may harm the organization or any guests, volunteers, or staff. The Board of Directors and the Executive Director at Flourish reserve the right to make these decisions on a case-by-case basis, as needed.
Flourish reserves the right to sever the relationship with any individual when their conduct impacts the experience of other volunteers, staff, or the organization as a whole in a negative manner.
