Non-Discrimination Policy
SEC Historical Society is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and accessible digital environment for all visitors, contributors, and collaborators. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Scope of Policy
This policy applies to all aspects of our operations, including:
- Access to and use of our website and digital collections
- Participation in online programs, events, and exhibitions
- Submission of content, research contributions, or archival materials
- Interactions with staff, volunteers, and other users.
Commitment to Accessibility
We strive to make our digital content accessible to individuals of all abilities. We endeavor to follow recognized accessibility standards and continually improve usability for all users, including those using assistive technologies.
Respectful Engagement
We expect all users engaging with our platform—whether through comments, submissions, or correspondence—to maintain respectful and constructive discourse. Harassment, hate speech, or discriminatory behavior will not be tolerated and may result in restricted access or removal of content at our sole discretion in accordance with the Terms of Use.
Content and Historical Context
As a digital history museum, we may present historical materials that reflect past injustices or discriminatory practices. Such content is provided for educational and contextual purposes and does not reflect endorsement of those views. We aim to present history accurately while acknowledging its complexities.
Reporting Concerns
If you experience or witness discrimination or accessibility barriers on our platform, we encourage you to contact us at [email protected]. We will review all concerns raised.
Policy Review
This policy is reviewed periodically to ensure it remains consistent with applicable legal requirements and best practices in digital accessibility and inclusion.
Date of last review:
This non-discrimination statement was last reviewed and updated on: June 30, 2026.