Civil Rights-Related Information for People with Disabilities
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This section of DisabilityInfo.gov provides links to information on the ADA and other federal civil rights laws pertaining to people with disabilities, their families, employers and community members.
By: DisabilityInfo.gov - Online Resource for Americans with Disabilities
Federal Protections Against Discrimination Based on National Origin
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This document explains federal laws prohibiting discrimination based on a person's national origin, race, gender, color, disability, religion, or familial status.
By: U.S. Department of Justice
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Guide to Disability Rights Laws
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This document explains each of the Federal civil rights laws protecting people with disabilities and provides resources for disability rights information.
By: U.S. Department of Justice
Equal Employment Opportunity Information
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Equal employment opportunity (EEO) laws prohibit specific types of job discrimination in certain workplaces. This web site contains information about (1) federal laws relating to: Age Discrimination, Disability, Ethnic/National Origin, Color, Race, Religion, and Sex; (2) Federal Financial Assistance Programs, (3) Veterans, and (4) Immigration.
By: U.S. Department of Labor
Federal Laws Prohibiting Job Discrimination (Questions and Answers)
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This webpage lists frequently asked questions and answers about federal laws that prohibit employers from discriminating against their employees and applicants for their jobs.
By: U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
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Job Applicants and the Americans with Disabilities Act
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If you are seeking a job or are new to the workforce, you should become familiar with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), a federal civil rights law designed to prevent discrimination and enable individuals with disabilities to participate fully in all aspects of society. One fundamental principle of the ADA is that individuals with disabilities who want to work and are qualified to work must have an equal opportunity to work. This brochure, from the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission answers questions you may have about your employment rights under the ADA.
By: EEOC
How to File a Complaint with the Office for Civil Rights and Civil Liberties This website provides instructions on filing a discrimination complaint with The Office for Civil Rights and Civil Liberties of the Department of Homeland Security.
By: U.S. Department of Homeland Security Office for Civil Rights and Civil Liberties
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