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# SI Civil Program

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                  -      Our Mission
The Smithsonian is committed to maintaining a work environment that is free from harassment and workplace violence. An environment where people feel welcome, respected, safe, and valued is necessary for all individuals to contribute to their fullest potential. 

The SI Civil Program is a resource that Smithsonian employees and affiliated persons may use to report harassment, threats of violence, incidents of intimidation, or other concerning behaviors, and get information about appropriate next steps. The goal and mission of SI Civil is to empower employees and affiliated persons to communicate workplace concerns and facilitate the resolutions of those concerns as quickly as possible.

It is the responsibility of Smithsonian managers and supervisors to maintain a harassment-free and safe work environment and to take prompt and effective action when situations covered by the policies arise. The success of the SI Civil Program requires the commitment of all Smithsonian employees and affiliated persons.
Leadership MessageSI Civil Program Leadership Message        Transcript
**Secretary Lonnie Bunch – English**

At the Smithsonian, we know our work is vital to our nation. Our science, research, educational programs, and exhibitions reach people globally and impact them in profound ways.  We have this impact because we expect to meet the highest standard in everything we do. That expectation extends to a harassment-free and respectful work environment for all people who are a part of the Smithsonian community: federal and trust employees, fellows, interns, contractors, visiting researchers, and volunteers. We are known for our good work, and each of us deserves a work environment where everyone feels respected and welcomed.

In 2022, we launched Smithsonian’s new anti-harassment campaign and reporting system called **Voice It**. It is centered on our strongly held belief that if you see, hear, or experience harassment, we urge you to voice it. 

Each of you is a vital member of our Smithsonian community. I thank you for doing your part in making the Smithsonian a more welcoming, respectful, and supportive place to work and visit.

**Deputy Secretary Meroe Park – English**

As someone who has experienced harassment in the workplace, I know first-hand the negative impact it can have. Harassment can erode a sense of belonging, safety, and trust. Unfortunately, most organizations are not immune and harassment can take many forms. I think we would all agree that we want the Smithsonian to live up to its reputation for being a caring, nurturing, and learning Institution. But in order to live up to our ideals, we have to individually take responsibility for our words and our actions. We have to be clear that harassment and disrespectful conduct have no place at the Smithsonian, and we should not accept it as normal workplace behavior.

It is important to know that anyone who comes forward to report a concerning incident will be supported throughout the process, and acts of retaliation will not be tolerated. If you choose to file a report of harassment, Smithsonian’s Civil program will listen, thoroughly investigate the incident, and facilitate any necessary corrective action.

Sometimes figuring out what to do can be overwhelming or confusing. In addition to the Civil program, we also have confidential support resources available to the Smithsonian community, including counselors in our Employee Assistance Program and the Smithsonian Ombuds. Please visit **si.edu/sicivil** to learn more about these resources. My advice is to find someone to talk to so that you are you not alone.

We want everyone in our workplace to feel safe and supported, and we each play a critical role in making the Smithsonian a positive place to work. We know we still have work to do, we thank you for taking part in this initiative and helping us build a better Smithsonian.

**Under Secretary for Administration Ron Cortez – English**

We have recently implemented many policy and procedure changes to make the Smithsonian a model place to work and visit. In 2022, we were pleased to announce significant enhancements to the Smithsonian’s anti-harassment and workplace violence prevention program, called **SI Civil**. We have added more resources, new reporting methods, and prevention initiatives.

We have listened to the Smithsonian community. We understand that being able to easily report concerning incidents and get information on next steps are paramount to creating a positive work environment. In 2021, we launched SI Civil with the goal of empowering individuals to communicate workplace concerns and facilitate the resolutions of those concerns as quickly as possible.

Through SI Civil, employees and affiliated staff can report harassment and other concerning behaviors in the workplace. The new **Voice It** system provides user-friendly methods to report quickly and confidentially, in English or Spanish, and with the option of reporting anonymously. You can report incidents of harassment or other concerning workplace behaviors on the Voice It reporting website or call the Voice It hotline 24 hours a day, seven days a week. A live operator will take your report and submit it directly to SI Civil.

I encourage you to visit **si.edu/sicivil**to learn more about the SI Civil program, read our policies, and access the Voice It reporting system. Thank you to everyone for doing your part to make Smithsonian a more welcoming, supportive institution. 

**Secretary Lonnie Bunch – Español**

En el Smithsonian, sabemos que nuestro trabajo es vital para nuestra nación. Nuestra ciencia, investigación, programas educativos y exhibiciones llegan a personas de todo el mundo y las impactan de manera profunda. Tenemos este impacto porque esperamos cumplir con los más altos estándares en todo lo que hacemos. Esa expectativa se extiende a un ambiente de trabajo respetuoso y libre de acoso para todas las personas que forman parte de la comunidad del Smithsonian: empleados federales y  de fondos privados, becarios, pasantes, contratistas, investigadores visitantes y voluntarios. Somos conocidos por nuestro buen trabajo, y cada uno de nosotros merece un ambiente de trabajo donde todos nos sintamos respetados y bienvenidos.

En 2022, lanzamos la nueva campaña contra el acoso y el sistema de informes del Smithsonian llamado **Voice It**. Esta campaña se centra en nuestra firme creencia de que, si ve, escucha o experimenta acoso, le instamos a que lo reporte.

Cada uno de ustedes es un miembro vital de nuestra comunidad Smithsonian. Les agradezco por su aporte para hacer del Smithsonian un lugar más acogedor, respetuoso y solidario para trabajar y visitar.

**Deputy Secretary Meroe Park****– Español**

Como alguien que ha experimentado acoso en el lugar de trabajo, sé de primera mano el impacto negativo que puede tener. El acoso puede erosionar el sentido de pertenencia, seguridad y confianza. Desafortunadamente, la mayoría de las organizaciones no son inmunes y el acoso puede tomar muchas formas. Creo que todos estaríamos de acuerdo en que queremos que el Smithsonian esté a la altura de su reputación de ser una institución solidaria, enriquecedora y de aprendizaje. Pero para estar a la altura de nuestros ideales, tenemos que asumir individualmente la responsabilidad de nuestras palabras y nuestras acciones. Debemos tener claro que el acoso y la conducta irrespetuosa no tienen cabida en el Smithsonian, y no debemos aceptarlo como un comportamiento normal en el lugar de trabajo.

Es importante saber que cualquier persona que reporte un incidente preocupante recibirá apoyo durante todo el proceso y no se tolerarán actos de represalia. Si elige presentar un informe de acoso, el programa SI Civil del Smithsonian lo escuchará, investigará a fondo el incidente y facilitará las medidas correctivas necesarias.

A veces, descifrar qué hacer puede ser abrumador o confuso. Además del programa SI Civil, también contamos con recursos de apoyo confidenciales disponibles para la comunidad del Smithsonian, que incluye consejeros en nuestro Programa de Asistencia al Empleado y el Ombudsperson del Smithsonian. Visite **si.edu/sicivil** para obtener más información sobre estos recursos. Mi consejo es encontrar a alguien con quien hablar para que no esté solo(a).Queremos que todos en nuestro lugar de trabajo se sientan seguros y apoyados, y cada uno de nosotros desempeña un papel fundamental para hacer del Smithsonian un lugar positivo para trabajar. Sabemos que todavía tenemos trabajo por hacer. Le agradecemos por participar en esta iniciativa y ayudarnos a construir un mejor Smithsonian.

**Under Secretary for Administration Ron Cortez****– Español**

Recientemente, hemos implementado muchos cambios en las políticas y los procedimientos para hacer del Smithsonian un lugar modelo para trabajar y visitar. En 2022, tuvimos el agrado de anunciar mejoras significativas en el programa de prevención de la violencia en el lugar de trabajo y el acoso del Smithsonian, llamado **SI Civil**. Hemos añadido más recursos, nuevos métodos de denuncia e iniciativas de prevención.

Hemos escuchado a la comunidad del Smithsonian. Entendemos que poder informar fácilmente sobre incidentes y obtener información sobre los próximos pasos es fundamental para crear un entorno de trabajo positivo. En 2021, lanzamos SI Civil con el objetivo de empoderar a las personas para comunicar sus inquietudes en el lugar de trabajo y facilitar la resolución de esas inquietudes lo más rápido posible.

A través de SI Civil, los empleados y el personal afiliado pueden denunciar el acoso y otros comportamientos preocupantes en el lugar de trabajo. El nuevo sistema Voice It proporciona métodos fáciles de usar para denunciar de forma rápida y confidencial, en inglés o español, y con la opción de denunciar de forma anónima. Puede denunciar incidentes de acoso u otros comportamientos relacionados con el lugar de trabajo en el sitio web de informes de **Voice It** o llamar a la línea directa de Voice It las 24 horas del día, los siete días de la semana. Un operador tomará su informe y lo enviará directamente a SI Civil.

Los exhorto a visitar **si.edu/sicivil** para obtener más información sobre el programa SI Civil, leer nuestras políticas y acceder al sistema de informes Voice It. Gracias a todos por su apoyo para hacer del Smithsonian una institución más grata y solidaria.
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