JLBC Cadet Corps Locker Room and Restroom Policy: Washington Location

**JLBC Cadet Corps Locker Room and Restroom Policy: Washington Location**

Inclusivity and respect are foundational principles at the JLBC Cadet Corps, extending to our locker room and restroom facilities. Recognizing the importance of ensuring all cadets' safety and dignity, we have developed a policy addressing the needs and rights of transgender and gender-nonconforming students in Washington.

### **Policy Objectives**

1. **Promotion of Safety and Well-being:** Every cadet's physical and mental well-being is paramount. This policy ensures that all cadets, regardless of their gender identity, have equal access to facilities that cater to their needs.

2. **Protection of Rights:** It acknowledges and respects the rights of transgender and gender-nonconforming students as stipulated by local, state, and federal guidelines.

### **Restroom Accessibility**

1. **Open Access:** Transgender and gender-nonconforming students are entitled to use the restroom that aligns with their gender identity. This policy seeks to uphold their rights and choices.

2. **Alternate Accommodations:** While emphasizing inclusivity, the JLBC Cadet Corps understands that some students might seek more privacy, regardless of their gender identity or the reasons behind it. To cater to these needs, students can use a single-user restroom, such as a staff bathroom or one in the nurse's office.

3. **Voluntary Use of Single-User Facilities:** It's imperative to understand that single-user restrooms are an option, not a mandate. Transgender or gender-nonconforming students should never be compelled to use these facilities as their only option. Their choice to access multi-user facilities in line with their gender identity should always be upheld and respected.

### **Locker Room Policy**

Just as with restrooms, the JLBC Cadet Corps' policy for locker rooms emphasizes equal access. Transgender and gender-nonconforming students are granted the right to use locker rooms that match their gender identity. Should they or any other student desire more privacy, alternate accommodations, like private changing areas, can be made available.

### **Education and Awareness**

The JLBC Cadet Corps believes in fostering an environment of understanding and compassion. To that end, training sessions and workshops focused on gender sensitivity will be held periodically to educate cadets and staff about this policy's importance and address any questions or concerns.

### **Conclusion**

The JLBC Cadet Corps' locker room and restroom policy at the Washington location underscore the organization's commitment to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for all. By prioritizing every cadet's rights and well-being, the JLBC Cadet Corps aims to set a benchmark for how institutions should approach the needs of transgender and gender-nonconforming students.