Seattle opens investigation after allegations of sexual misconduct

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Casa Latina will retain the services of a consulting firm for an external investigation after a worker accuses a supervisor of sexual harassment.

SEATTLE A Seattle nonprofit hired an outside investigator after an employee accused a coworker of sexual misconduct.

Casa Latina board chairperson Pilar Pacheco announced on Monday that the organization had retained the services of a consultancy firm to conduct an independent investigation to gather relevant information, examine practices and practices. procedures and make a full report to the board of directors. “

The investigation is expected to last about three weeks.

Protesters gathered outside the Casa Latina headquarters in May after a worker accused a male colleague of sexual misconduct. The woman said the man, who is one of her superiors, inappropriately touched and sexually harassed her.

At the time, Casa Latina executive director Marcos Martinez said the organization thoroughly investigated the complaint and took action.

Casa Latina provides vocational training and other services to Seattle’s immigrant population.

In addition to the external investigation, Pacheco also said that Casa Latina is in the process of finalizing a contract with a dispute resolution and mediation consultant. It will also speed up the mandatory annual sexual harassment training that will take place next month.

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