Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Our Commitment to Inclusion

Aevum News is dedicated to fostering a workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve and the global audience we reach. We believe that a diverse team of journalists, editors, technologists, and support staff produces richer, more accurate, and more impactful news coverage.

We are an equal opportunity employer and maintain a zero-tolerance policy toward discrimination, harassment, or retaliation in any form. Every employee and applicant is evaluated solely on qualifications, performance, and potential.

Protected Classes & Non-Discrimination

Aevum News prohibits discrimination and harassment based on any characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law, including but not limited to:

• Race, color, ancestry, or national origin
• Religion, creed, or sincerely held religious beliefs
• Sex, including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions
• Gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation
• Age, disability, or veteran status
• Genetic information, marital status, or citizenship status

This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, compensation, benefits, training, and social/recreational programs.

Hiring, Promotion & Compensation

Our employment decisions are guided by transparency, fairness, and business necessity. We utilize structured interview processes, standardized evaluation criteria, and blind review protocols where applicable to minimize unconscious bias.

We regularly audit our hiring and promotion data to identify and address potential disparities, ensuring equitable outcomes across all departments and editorial teams.

Reasonable Accommodations

Aevum News is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and for employees or applicants with sincerely held religious beliefs, unless such accommodation would impose an undue hardship on our operations.

Requests for accommodation may be made at any stage of the employment process. We will engage in an interactive dialogue to determine effective and appropriate accommodations that enable full participation in the workplace.

Reporting, Accountability & Retaliation Policy

We encourage all employees, contractors, and applicants to report any suspected discrimination, harassment, or policy violations through our confidential reporting channels. All complaints will be investigated promptly, thoroughly, and impartially by our Human Resources and Legal compliance teams.

Retaliation is strictly prohibited. Any form of retaliation against individuals who report concerns, participate in investigations, or exercise their rights under anti-discrimination laws will result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination.

Legal Disclaimer

This statement outlines Aevum News' commitment to equal employment opportunity and does not create any contractual rights, express or implied. Employment with Aevum News remains at-will unless otherwise specified in a written agreement. This policy is subject to applicable federal, state, and local laws and may be updated periodically to reflect legal developments and organizational improvements.