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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and State of Oregon prohibit discrimination in all USDA programs on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability.

Oregon Department of Education/Child Nutrition Programs (CNP) works closely with the regional USDA Office of Civil Rights and other organizations committed to equal educational opportunity and respectful environments.

CNP actively promotes equity. We offer training and technical assistance to CNP sponsors and providers to assist them with their responsibilities regarding discrimination and harassment. CNP also conducts workshops on these and related subjects at state, regional and local program sites and conferences. Future activities include developing outreach strategies and tactics aimed at inclusiveness and increased program participation.

For information on civil rights training or technical assistance, contact Winston Cornwall, ODE Civil Rights Specialist, Office of Student Learning & Partnerships, 503) 947-5675, (503) 378-2892 (TDD), or e-mail: winston.cornwall@state.or.us Email

"In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability. To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410 or call, toll free (866) 632-9992 (Voice). TDD users can contact USDA through local relay or the Federal relay at (800) 877-8339 (TDD) or (866)377-8642 (relay voice users). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer."