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òòò½Íø Ombuds Team

As stated in the òòò½Íø Code of Professional Conduct, the òòò½Íø seeks to create a professional environment with equal opportunity and fair treatment for all economists, regardless of age, sex, gender identity and expression, race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, disability, health condition, marital status, parental status, genetic information, political affiliation, professional status, or personal connections.  Please view the òòò½Íø Policy on Harassment, Discrimination, and Retaliation.

Any òòò½Íø member who believes they have suffered or witnessed harassment, discrimination, or retaliation, or has another member concern, is encouraged to contact the Ombuds Team. All communications with the Ombuds Team are strictly confidential.  Communication with the Ombuds Team does not constitute legal notice to the òòò½Íø and will not trigger a formal course of action or legal process by the òòò½Íø.

The Ombuds Team is an independent, impartial, confidential, and informal third-party resource to help òòò½Íø members obtain information about òòò½Íø policies and procedures, develop options for surfacing issues, assist in addressing or resolving conflicts or concerns, and assist in bringing systemic issues to the attention of òòò½Íø leadership.

  


The Ombuds Team was established under a charter approved by the òòò½Íø President. The charter incorporates by reference the  and requires adherence by the Ombuds Team. The charter, as well as the IOA Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice, contain important information about the Ombuds Team and the manner in which it functions.

Upcoming Workshops Hosted by the Ombuds Team

The Ombuds Team provides regular educational sessions throughout the year on topics of interest to our members. Workshops will be paused for the summer, but please check back for information about workshops to be scheduled in the fall.