Three years ago today, the Supreme Court issued its landmark decision in Bostock v. Clayton County. Consistent with the longstanding position of the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC or Commission), the Court held that Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 prohibits

Every May we celebrate Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month (AANHPIHM). This year’s AANHPIHM theme is “Visible Together,” recognizing the incredible diversity of the Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AA and NHPI) communities and celebrating the

May is Jewish American Heritage Month, an occasion to celebrate the important contributions of Jewish individuals and communities to the fabric of American life. As we recognize the important role of Jewish Americans in education, the military, the arts, science, government, and indeed every aspect

For over a quarter century, Equal Pay Day has served as a symbolic reminder of a real and persistent problem. The National Committee on Pay Equity organized the first Equal Pay Day observance on April 11, 1996, which represented how far into the year women needed to work—at that time, over four

The PWFA went into effect on June 27, 2023. On April 15, 2024 the EEOC issued its final regulation to carry out the law. The final regulation went into effect on June 18, 2024. Overview What is the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act? Generally, the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) requires a covered

January is National Human Trafficking Prevention Month, a time for the Federal government to reaffirm its commitment to stop and prevent trafficking from occurring. Human trafficking often takes the form of involuntary servitude, peonage, debt bondage, or slavery and is an anathema to our democracy

Each May, we observe Older Americans Month to honor older adults for their significant impact on our nation – often as loved ones, colleagues, mentors, and volunteers – and to recommit to addressing their unique needs as a vital population. This year’s theme for Older Americans Month is “ Age My Way

Dear Colleagues: March is Women’s History Month – a time to celebrate women’s contributions to culture, society, and history that are too often overlooked or undervalued. At the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), we recognize that women’s contributions – including in the

On November 20, we will observe Transgender Day of Remembrance – a sobering day to recognize and honor those who have lost their precious lives to anti-transgender violence. At the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), we stand in solidarity with the transgender community and their

Each October, the nation commemorates National Disability Employment Awareness Month to recognize the many contributions of persons with disabilities to our country’s economy and workplaces. In 1988, Congress first declared National Disability Employment Awareness Month, an extension of a week that