Civil Rights Information & Resources

Non-Discrimination Statements

The following non-discrimination statement is to be used in the next issuance of publications. It will be posted in all offices and included, in full, on all materials which are produced by UMass Extension and its programs for public information, public education or public distribution, except for small brochures, business cards and web email trailers where the short form may be used in a print size no smaller than the text. The statement shall be in English and in languages appropriate to the local population and in alternative means of communication (Braille, large print, audiotape, etc.) whenever possible.

Non-Discrimination Clauses:

Short Form:
UMass Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer, United States Department of Agriculture cooperating. Contact your local Extension office for information on disability accommodations. Contact the State Extension Director’s Office if you have concerns related to discrimination, 413-545-4800 or see www.umassextension.org/civilrights.

Long Form:
UMass Extension provides equal access to its programs for all persons and is an equal opportunity provider and employer, United States Department of Agriculture cooperating.  It is the policy of UMass Extension to maintain an academic and work environment free of discrimination and to prohibit discrimination and harassment against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, and veteran, marital or family status. Harassment of Extension program participants, faculty, staff or students will not be tolerated. 

UMass Extension encourages individuals with disabilities to participate in its programs and activities.  If you anticipate needing special accommodations, have questions about the physical access provided, or require alternative means for communication of program information (Braille, large print, audiotape, English as a Second Language materials; etc.), please contact your local Extension office before your visit. 

If you want to express concerns about discrimination, contact the state UMass Extension Director’s Office at 413-545-4800 or write to: UMass Extension, University of Massachusetts, 101 University Drive, Ste C-1, Amherst, MA 01002. For university, state or USDA agency contact information, see www.umassextension.org/civilrights.