Mission & Values
What is Adelante's Values?
Believe in yourself and others, and commit to personal growth. Be in solidarity with the community. Love and respect the earth
When handling sensitive participant or employee personal or financial data, the Code specifically emphasizes:
A. Open communication and varied perspectives
B. Punctuality and constructive meetings
C. Discretion and respect for privacy
D. Feedback and continuous learning
C. Discretion and respect for privacy
True or False: An employee must report harassment to their supervisor before contacting Human Resources or the Executive Director.
Answer: False
The policy specifically says an employee may report directly to Human Resources or the Executive Director without first contacting their supervisor.
True or False: Employees are only required to report an injury if the injury actually requires medical attention.
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Answer: False
The policy requires all injuries and “close calls” to be reported to a supervisor immediately
You wake up wakes up sick on a session day and does not think you can make it in. What is the most appropriate first action?
A. Send a message to families letting them know the session is canceled
B. Notify their supervisor before their shift begins so coverage or cancellation can be determined
C. Wait until the session start time to see if they feel better
B. Notify their supervisor before their shift begins so coverage or cancellation can be determined
What is Adelante's Mission?
Adelante Mujeres provides holistic education and empowerment opportunities to marginalized Latina women and families to ensure full participation and active leadership in the community.
Which action most closely follows the Code when you realize you may not meet a deadline?
A. Communicate when you have a revised completion date
B. Promptly communicate that the deadline cannot be met
C. Ask a colleague to help complete it before the deadline
D. Complete the task first and explain the delay afterward
B. Promptly communicate that the deadline cannot be met
Which of the following is NOT listed as an example of harassing conduct in the section provided?
A. Intrusive questions
B. Stereotyping
C. Demeaning comments or labels
D. Constructive performance feedback
D. Constructive performance feedback
True or False: if Adelante Mujeres closes due to an emergency, employees are automatically required to report to work from home.
Answer: False
Employees are expected to work from home if their job duties allow and they have been pre-authorized by their supervisors, unless the emergency also affects their home office.
If a staff member is unable to attend a session but would like to work remotely for part of their shift, they may work remotely for up to __________ hours.
Answer: Two
What is Adelante's Vision?
We envision a community where all families thrive.
Which combination reflects how we are expected to represent the organization?
A. Responsibly, professionally, and with integrity
B. Efficiently, consistently, and independently
C. Respectfully, cautiously, and collaboratively
D. Transparently, flexibly, and confidently
A. Responsibly, professionally, and with integrity
True or False: Under Adelante Mujeres harassment policy, harassment must be intentional, occur in a physical workplace, and directly interfere with an employee’s work performance in order to violate the policy.
Answer: False
The policy does not require all three. Harassment may be verbal or physical, can occur in physical or virtual workplaces, and can be based on the purpose or effect of creating an intimidating, hostile, or offensive work environment, unreasonably interfering with work performance, or adversely affecting employment opportunities
Which of the following could violate the Alcohol & Drug-Free Workplace policy?
A. Possessing alcohol in the workplace
B. Reporting to work under the influence
C. Selling drugs in the workplace
D. All of the above
D. All of the above
If a staff member’s scheduled office day falls on a holiday, what should they do?
A. Skip their office requirement for that week
B. Come into the office on a different day that week
D. Wait until the following week to make up the office day
B. Come into the office on a different day that week
What are Adelante's Three Pillars?
Empowerment, Education, & Enterprise
Which of the following is specifically listed as a sustainability practice?
A. Recycling materials whenever possible
B. Reducing organizational expenses
C. Limiting unnecessary purchases
D. Conserving resources
D. Conserving resources
True or False: Adelante Mujeres can require an employee to sign a nondisclosure agreement related to their report of a policy violation.
Answer: False
The policy states Adelante Mujeres cannot require or coerce an employee to enter a nondisclosure or non-disparagement agreement related to reports of violations of this policy.
An employee witnesses a suspicious individual near the workplace and hears a disturbance. They believe they can safely approach the person and find out what is happening. According to the handbook, what is the appropriate response?
A. Approach the individual and attempt to resolve the situation.
B. Ask another employee to approach them.
C. Avoid placing themselves at risk, do not intercede, and report the suspicious activity or disturbance to a supervisor as soon as possible.
D. Wait to see whether the situation becomes violent before reporting it.
C. Avoid placing themselves at risk, do not intercede, and report the suspicious activity or disturbance to a supervisor as soon as possible.
A staff member has already completed their two required office days for the week. If they are asked to come into the office for an additional planning meeting, they can decline because they have already met the weekly office requirement.
Answer: False
Explanation: The two office days are a minimum requirement, not a maximum. Additional in-office days may be required based on program needs, events, meetings, and team priorities.
How many programs does Adelante offer and what are they?
11 programs - Adult Education, Agriculture & Land Access, Chicas, ECE, Small Business Development, Clinica Esperanza, FE, Health & Wellness, Farmers Market, and Leadership & Advocacy
Which statement most accurately reflects the Code's expectations around inclusion?
A. Everyone should be treated identically regardless of their circumstances
B. Different perspectives should be respected, but barriers should only be addressed when reported.
C. Inclusion primarily means using respectful language in communication
D. We should create an environment where everyone feels valued and proactively address barriers to equal opportunities
D. We should create an environment where everyone feels valued and proactively address barriers to equal opportunities
An employee voluntarily requests to enter a nondisclosure or non-disparagement agreement after experiencing harassment. According to the policy, what happens?
A. The agreement immediately becomes permanent.
B. The employee has seven days to revoke the agreement before its effective date.
C. The employee has 30 days to revoke the agreement.
D. The employee cannot enter such an agreement under any circumstances.
B. The employee has seven days to revoke the agreement before its effective date
Under the policy, tobacco use is also prohibited outside the building within how many feet of entrances, exits, ventilation systems, and windows?
A. 5 feet
B. 10 feet
C. 15 feet
D. 20 feet
Answer: B, 10 feet
True or false: If a staff member has previously covered the same site, a staff member does not need to send them the session agenda or attendance list.
Answer: False
Staff must provide session details, attendance lists, agendas, site information, and any additional information needed.