Non-Discrimination Policy

Effective and last updated: August 29, 2026

PHCMCC welcomes everyone who supports its mission. PHCMCC intentionally focuses on minority-owned and underserved businesses because these businesses have historically experienced gaps in access to education, information, relationships, procurement, capital, visibility and economic opportunity. This focus does not exclude nonminority businesses or individuals.

PHCMCC is committed to respectful and inclusive participation and does not knowingly discriminate in its programs, services, membership consideration, employment or contracting practices on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran or military status, marital or familial status, or another status protected under applicable law.

Legal protections may vary by jurisdiction and circumstance. Nothing in this policy states that every listed category is protected in every setting. Eligibility, membership, program, event and directory decisions may still be based on lawful mission-related requirements, capacity, conduct, payment status, verification, safety and other legitimate criteria.

Accessibility and Assistance

Reasonable accommodation and language-assistance requests are welcomed. A diagnosis is not required when the requested accommodation provides sufficient information. PHCMCC will consider requests based on the circumstances, available resources and applicable requirements.

Concerns

Questions or concerns may be submitted confidentially to info@phcmcc.org. Retaliation for making a good-faith concern is not permitted.

This operational draft should be reviewed by a qualified Florida attorney. It is not legal advice and is not represented as attorney-approved.