ACTION PLAN:
Lawson’s Finest Liquids is committed to creating a safe space for everyone regardless of their gender, race, ethnicity, religion, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, ability, gender expression, age or appearance. We are committed to continuous improvement to help those who have been mistreated or marginalized and those seeking transformative action. We will hold ourselves and those around us accountable. This Action Plan will continue to evolve as we learn and grow to serve as our reminder that we are always striving for progress and improvement.
Our Employees
- Launch a streamlined internal database of EID resources and information
- Complete planned investment in company Human Resources function by hiring a new full-time dedicated employee
- Add additional training in Bystander Intervention, Sexual Harassment and Non-Violent Communication by the end of 2021
- Join WeVow, a platform that provides a third-party, independent reporting channel for employees to anonymously report harassment incidents. In addition, WeVow offers sexual harassment training for employees, confidential counseling and consulting that will be available free to all employees
- Participate in the three-part series Preventing Sexual Harassment through the Brewers Association led by Define the Line
Our Company
- Immediately discontinue Maple Nipple and Knockout Blonde brands in name and illustration
- Execute an audit of current and future beer release plans and initiate rebranding as appropriate
- Utilize multiple hiring platforms and recruitment strategies to encourage diversity in our applicant pool for new hires
- Further support and expand our employee-led Equity, Inclusion and Diversity (EID) Board
Our Events
- Create and implement a Festival and Event Rubric for evaluation of event protocols for handling issues in regard to harassment, assault, racism, xenophobia, prejudice, etc. for decision-making representative of our values
Our Taproom
- Implement a Taproom safe-word program in the women’s restroom to empower anonymous declaration for female guests in distress
- Add signage in the Taproom to communicate our rules of respect to all guests
- Ensure accessibility and ADA compliance for all guests both in-person and online
- Expand Taproom procedures and protocol to respond to sexism, harassment, racism and violence
Our Partners
- Identify new opportunities and partnerships to further support EID causes
- Include EID category on selection rubric for Sunshine Fund recipients and charitable partners
- Participate in future training opportunities and utilize resources provided by other local and national organizations