Discrimination and Harassment

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Discrimination and Harassment

We are committed to a workplace that is free of harassment and discrimination. We do not tolerate any behavior that diminishes the dignity of a person, inappropriately or unreasonably interferes with work performance, or creates an intimidating, hostile, or otherwise offensive work environment based on an individual’s protected status. We also do not tolerate retaliation against anyone who raises a concern about harassment or discrimination.

Report harassment or discrimination to your manager, People Lead, or Ethics & Compliance.

Walmart does not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on an individual’s:

Race
Color
Ancestry
Ethnicity
Religion
Sex

Pregnancy
National Origin
Age
Disability
Marital Status
Veteran Status

Military Status
Genetic Information
Sexual Orientation
Gender Identity or Expression
Any Other Legally Protected Status

Walmart complies with all laws in the countries in which we operate.

What should I do if another associate calls me a disrespectful name associated with my race?

Report the incident to management, your People Lead or Ethics & Compliance.

What should I do if another associate uses a word in a meeting that is offensive to me?

Speak up and address directly with the person if you feel comfortable. Some words are universally offensive but some are not. The associate might not know the word could be offensive to someone else. If you are not comfortable telling the person directly, you may also contact your manager, People Lead or Ethics & Compliance.

What should I do if my manager told me that I was "too old for that job" when I asked about a promotion to a new role?

You should report the incident to management, your People Lead or Ethics & Compliance.

I have a disability that makes it painful to stand for long periods of time. What should I do if I ask my manager to provide an accommodation that would help alleviate the pain associated with my disability and he/she refuses my request?

You should report the incident to management, your People Lead or Ethics & Compliance.

Can my manager take my pregnancy status into account during the hiring process or when assigning working hours?

No. Your pregnancy status should not be taken under consideration for employment decisions or assessments that may negatively impact you. If you believe this has occurred, you should report the incident to management, your People Lead or Ethics & Compliance.

What should I do if my manager finds out that I am enlisted in the military and has asks that I resign?

You should report the incident to management, your People Lead or Ethics & Compliance.

My religious beliefs require me to pray multiple times each day. What should I do if I request an accommodation from my manager but she refuses to accommodate?

You should report the incident to another manager, your People Lead or Ethics & Compliance.

Is it a violation of the Code of Conduct if I believe I was not considered for a promotion because my manager has made negative comments about my son being homosexual?

Possibly. You should report the incident to another manager, your People Lead or Ethics & Compliance.

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