The CCDD complies with applicable federal and state civil rights laws and does not discriminate, exclude or treat people differently in employment or its programs. The CCDD prohibits harassment and discrimination based on race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, political affiliation, veteran status or any other protected category.

The CCDD additionally supports federal regulations and Commonwealth Executive Order 13166 ensuring meaningful access to Limited English Proficiency persons to all programs and activities. 

Prohibited activities include unwelcome verbal, written, physical conduct, or electronic communication that either degrades or shows hostility or aversion towards a person because of that person’s race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, political affiliation, veteran status or any other category protected by state and/or federal civil rights laws.

Any employee, council member or third party who has a complaint of discrimination or harassment at Council activities or programs, has a duty to immediately bring the problem to the attention of management.  The complainant may be made to the Executive Director or the CCDD Title VI Coordinator. To make a complaint, please complete the form and send to: