You have a right to work in an environment free of harassment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, disability, age (age 40 or older) or genetic information.

Who is not protected under EEOC?

Under the laws enforced by EEOC, it is illegal to discriminate against someone (applicant or employee) because of that person’s race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.

Can you be fired after filing with EEOC?

In most cases, firing an employee isn’t illegal. Firing an employee because he filed a claim with the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission constitutes employer retaliation, which is illegal.

What are the criteria for EEOC compliance?

To comply with EEO requirements, you must treat all people fairly regardless of national origin, race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), disability or genetic information.

What does the EEOC guidance on retaliation cover?

This transmittal covers the issuance of the EEOC Enforcement Guidance on Retaliation and Related Issues, a sub-regulatory document that provides guidance regarding the statutes enforced by the EEOC. It is intended to communicate the Commission’s position on important legal issues.

Where can I find the EEOC regulatory plan?

The Annual Regulatory Plan lists the most important regulations under review or development for the next 12 months. EEOC’s regulations are published annually in Title 29 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR). The CFR is available online through the U.S. Government Printing Office.

What is EEOC enforcement guidance on national origin discrimination?

This document supersedes EEOC Compliance Manual, Volume II, Section 13: National Origin Discrimination. WHAT IS “NATIONAL ORIGIN” DISCRIMINATION?

Is the EEOC Compliance Manual section 8 still in effect?

It is intended to communicate the Commission’s position on important legal issues. Upon issuance. This Notice will remain in effect until rescinded or superseded. This document supersedes the EEOC Compliance Manual Section 8: Retaliation (1998). Who Is Protected from Retaliation for Opposition?