The San Juan Bay Estuary, hereinafter referred to as the Estuary, is committed to upholding the principles of equal opportunity and nondiscrimination in all aspects of its operations. We are dedicated to ensuring that all citizens of the San Juan Bay Estuary watershed, regardless of their background or identity, have access to our programs, services, and information.
Rights under Title VI of the United States Civil Rights Act
Title VI of the federal Civil Rights Act of 1964 prohibits programs or activities receiving federal government funding from discriminating against individuals. Specifically, Section 601 of Title VI states that no person in the United States shall be discriminated against or excluded from participating in programs or activities receiving federal funds on the basis of race, color, or national origin.
Building on this statute, the U.S. federal government has created new laws that extend protection against discrimination to other groups. These include the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, which prohibits discrimination based on a person's sex; the section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, which protects people with disabilities from discrimination when they seek services from employers and organizations that receive federal financial assistance; and the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, which prohibits age discrimination in services or programs that receive federal money, among other.
In accordance with federal anti-discrimination laws, the Estuary notifies all stakeholders of our commitment to preventing discrimination based on race, skin color, national origin, sex, disability, or age.
Guarantees of access to information
To ensure that all residents of the San Juan Bay Estuary watershed are properly informed and educated, the Estuary has taken significant steps to provide bilingual content. We recognize that language should not be a barrier to accessing the information and services we offer.
- Website: Our official website (estuary.orgIt offers comprehensive information in both Spanish and English. This includes reports, updates, program descriptions, educational materials, and event announcements. Users can easily choose their preferred language.
- Publications: The Estuary's main publications, reports, and brochures are available in both Spanish and English, including the weekly Estuary update, annual work plans, and the Comprehensive Conservation and Management Plan. We are committed to ensuring that our published materials are accessible to a wider audience.
- Events and workshops: The Estuary organizes community engagement events that are conducted bilingually. Whenever possible, interpreters and bilingual staff are available to facilitate communication.
- Outreach efforts: Our outreach initiatives are designed to reach diverse communities within the San Juan Bay estuary watershed. We actively engage with Spanish-speaking communities through these campaigns and partnerships.
- Feedback mechanism: We encourage public feedback regarding our bilingual content. If you encounter any problems or would like more information related to our accessibility or anti-discrimination efforts, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Contact information:
People with disabilities who require alternative means of communication to obtain information or any content produced by Estuary (e.g., Braille, large print, audio tapes, American Sign Language, etc.) should contact Estuary at [email protected] or call 787-725-8165. Additionally, program information may be available in languages other than English.
If you believe you have been discriminated against on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age by the San Juan Bay Estuary, or if you would like to file a complaint or request more information about our compliance with anti-discrimination laws, please contact:
Brenda Torres
Executive Director
787-725-8165
The San Juan Bay Estuary is fully committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable environment for all residents of the watershed. We appreciate your continued support in helping us achieve these goals. Together, we can work to conserve and restore our natural resources, ensuring equal access to them for everyone.
