Civil Rights Training

Civil rights training for all front line staff and volunteers is a requirement of all organizations that receive federal financial assistance through the Hunger Task Force. This includes any and all organizations that receive commodities of The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP), the Stockbox Program and funds distributed from the Emergency Food and Shelter Program (EFSP, previously known as FEMA funds). This option was developed as an initial and basic training for new volunteers and staff or network sites. Attendance at regularly scheduled in-person training sessions is required annually.

Being treated with dignity and respect is certainly something we all expect and desire. This becomes even more important when we are facing difficult times and are in the position of asking for assistance from others. Our federal government believes this is such a crucial issue that people need an annual refresher to reinforce proper civil rights and responsibilities.

We hope that the following presentation will provide useful information and ideas for you in your daily work. After reviewing this information, we ask that you complete a short quiz to ensure your understanding of the material. Remember this information serves as a short-term remedy for understanding civil rights but attendance at a civil rights training session is required once a year.

Training sessions are scheduled at the Hunger Task Force main office, located at 201 S. Hawley Court.

Thursday, July 14                     6pm – 8pm
Saturday, August 13                 9am – 11am
Thursday, September 8            3pm – 5pm

Sessions are limited to 20 attendees, please contact us to reserve a date and time for your attendance.

Thank you.

To view the presentation, click here.

When you're ready, take the Civil Rights Test.

In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability. To file a complaint of discrimination, write:

USDA
Director, Office of Civil Rights
1400 Independence Avenue, SW
Washington, D.C. 20250-9410

Or call (800) 795-3272 or (202) 720-6382 (TTY).
USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.