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</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--></head><body lang=EN-US link="#0563C1" vlink="#954F72"><div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal>Code of Conduct<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>article<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>The National Federation of the Blind’s Code of Conduct outlines the policies and standards that we have established for the community of individuals who<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>come together in our organized blind movement. On this page, you will find links to the current version of the code (in a variety of formats), the form<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>for reporting violations of the code, a frequently asked question page, and a variety of supplemental resources and guidance documents. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Read the Braille Monitor article, <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>"Raising Expectations Every Day: The Challenge of the Federation's Community Standards” by President Mark Riccobono<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> for background on the organization's journey with the Code of Conduct. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Code of Conduct Updated December 19, 2021<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>The National Federation of the Blind’s Code of Conduct is available in several formats:<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>list of 4 items<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>• NFB Code of Conduct (HTML)<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>• NFB Code of Conduct (Braille Ready Format)<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>• NFB Code of Conduct (MP3 audio)<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>• NFB Code of Conduct (PDF)<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>list end<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>For additional information, please review the <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Code of Conduct Frequently Asked Questions.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Reporting Violations<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>All reports of violations of this Code of Conduct can be filed in one of the following ways. Regardless of how they are filed, all reports regarding violations<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>of this code will lead to the same response procedures as outlined in the code:<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>list of 4 items<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>• Complete the <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>online code of conduct reporting form<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>• Send an email to <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>code@nfb.org<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>• Leave a voicemail at 410-659-9314, extension 2475<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>• Give a verbal or written report to a designated responsible leader of the Federation. Responsible leaders include national board members, affiliate board<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>members, local chapter or division board members, national division board members, Federation employees, and staff/board members of NFB-affiliated training<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>centers. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>list end<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Additional Resources<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>list of 5 items<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>• Guidance document from RAINN, the nation's largest anti-sexual violence organization – coming soon<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>• RAINN’s National Resources for Sexual Assault Survivors and Their Loved Ones<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>• RAINN's State Law Database<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>• Obligations of Elected Leaders document<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> provides guidance to those considered responsible leaders under the Federation’s code and how to effectively share information.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>• Connect with our <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Blind Survivors Group,<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>an intentional space for blind survivors of sexual misconduct and other forms of trauma and/or abuse, along with their allies, to share support and resources<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>leveraging the positive philosophy of the Federation. The group will serve as a knowledge base and authentic voice for continuing to inform safety and<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>support efforts within the organized blind movement.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>list end<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>More Information<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>If you have additional questions that are not addressed here, please write to <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>code@nfb.org.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Please send recommendations regarding how we can improve our processes or better support survivors of sexual misconduct and abuse to <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>survivors@nfb.org<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> or call 410-659-9314, extension 2238. Questions and concerns regarding harassment and inequities can be directed to our Committee on Diversity, Equity,<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>and Inclusion at <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>diversity@nfb.org.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Feedback can always be directed to our national President at <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>officeofthepresident@nfb.org.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>article end<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>main region end<o:p></o:p></p></div></body></html>