By entering any CAM space, or engaging in programs, events and activities led by CAM, our community members or partners, you are agreeing to uphold the following policies. CAM reserves the right to revoke membership, bar people from the space and/or participation in future events if these policies are not upheld.

1. No harassment of any kind.

2. No hateful, violent or discriminatory speech/ behaviors.

3. Maintain a culture of consent. Ask for permission before taking photos of people, posting on social media, borrowing materials or supplies, entering an artist’s studio space, etc.

4. Look for the best in each other, stay curious, avoid cliques and gossip.

5. Keep the space clean, tidy and safe.

Immediate safety

If there is an immediate, demonstrable threat to physical safetyCall 911 if practicable. 

Contact CAM leadership as soon as possible. CAM may implement interim safety measures immediately

Reporting Form

Please complete this REPORTING FORM and include as many details as your are able. You have the option to remain anonymous in your report.

CAM will offer multiple reporting options to support safety and access.

Reports may be made by:

• A person who experienced harm

• A witness

• A concerned community member reporting patterns or safety concerns

Reporting Channels:

• Emergency: call 911 if there is an immediate threat

• REPORTING FORM

• Safety and Accountability email: report@camseattle.org

• Executive Director: Timothy Firth timothy@camseattle.org

• Board Contact or HR chair: board@camseattle.org

Reports are most useful when they include:

• Who was involved

• What happened

• When and where it occurred

• Any documentation that exists such as messages, emails, photos, video, posts

• Names of witnesses if available

• Any immediate safety concerns

• Preferred method of follow up and whether the reporter wants to remain anonymous

Step 1: Intake and documentation

The CAM HR committee (comprised of active board members) records the report in a confidential case log with date, time, intake method, and initial summary.
CAM acknowledges receipt within a target of 2 business days when contact information is available.

Step 2: Safety first assessment

The CAM HR committee completes an initial safety assessment focused on immediate risk and identifies whether interim actions are needed to protect safety. Interim measures are not a finding of wrongdoing. They are a safety action.

Possible interim actions include:

• No contact directive

• Event or space access restrictions

• Schedule or role changes

• Escort support

• Temporary suspension of membership or program participation

• Administrative leave for staff or contractors when applicable

• Temporary pause on volunteer or instructor role

• Security measures for entry and exits

Step 3: Support and options

If the report involves someone who experienced harm, CAM offers a survivor centered support conversation that covers:

• What the reporter wants and needs for safety

• Whether they want CAM to proceed with an internal process

• What confidentiality limits exist

• What interim measures would help

• Resources and referrals, including local victim services if desired

CAM will not pressure a person to contact law enforcement. CAM will support that choice if they want it.

Step 4: Conflict check and assignment of reviewers

CAM assigns a Safety and Accountability lead and a small review group.

If any assigned person has a conflict of interest or is implicated, they are removed from the process and replaced.

If the situation involves senior leadership or complex risk, the CAM HR committee will assess the situation and decide whether to turn over the case to an outside consultant. 

Step 5: Notice to the accused

CAM provides written notice to the accused that includes:

• That a report has been received

• The general nature of the allegation and relevant time frame

• Any interim measures in place and what is expected

• Confidentiality expectations and anti-retaliation warning

• How to provide a response

• Timeline expectations

Step 6: Information gathering

• CAM gathers information in a timely and fair way. This can include:

• Interviews with person who reported, witnesses, and accused

• Review of documentation such as messages or posts

• Review of access logs, schedules, or other relevant records

• Safety planning information that is relevant to CAM context only

CAM uses a trauma-informed approach and minimizes repeated storytelling. CAM may allow written statements instead of interviews when that improves safety.

Step 7 Evaluation and findings

CAM evaluates information using a reasonable assessment standard, considering:

• Credibility and consistency

• Corroboration and pattern evidence

• Severity and impact

• Risk of ongoing harm

• Power dynamics and access

CAM documents a finding in one of these categories:

• Not enough information to determine

• Policy violation found

• Policy violation not found

Even when there is not enough information to determine, CAM may still maintain safety measures if risk remains.

Step 8: Decision on outcomes and accountability measures

CAM determines consequences and safety actions proportional to the situation. Options include:

• Verbal warning with documented record

• Written warning and behavior agreement

• Required training or coaching

• Removal from an event or program

• Suspension from membership or facility access

• Termination of contract or role

• Removal from volunteer or instructor role

• Permanent ban from CAM spaces and programs

• Referral to law enforcement when legally required or when safety requires it

• Restorative options only if the harmed person requests it and safety allows it

Step 9: Communication of outcome

CAM communicates outcomes in writing to:

• The reporter when contact is available and disclosure is safe

• The accused

• Relevant internal parties who need to implement restrictions

CAM will not share unnecessary detail. CAM will share enough to explain next steps and safety expectations.

Step 10: Follow up and monitoring

CAM sets a follow up plan that may include:

• Check ins with the person who reported harm

• Monitoring compliance with no contact or access restrictions

• Reviewing whether interim measures can be modified

• Documenting any additional reports or retaliation concerns

Step 11: Appeals and review

CAM allows a limited review request when:

• New information becomes available

• There is a credible claim of procedural unfairness

• A safety measure is being contested

Appeals are handled by a different decision maker than the original reviewer when possible, or an outside consultant when appropriate.

Step 12: Closure and learning

CAM closes the case with a final confidential record. CAM identifies prevention steps, training needs, and any policy gaps.

Community Safety and Reporting Document