Title VI of Civil Rights Act of 1964

No person under a program receiving federal assistance shall be:

• Excluded from participation,
• Denied benefits,
• Discriminated against on the basis:
  • race,
  • color,
  • religion,
  • sex,
  • or
  • nation origin.

Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964

• Equal opportunity in employment must be provided. Discrimination because of race, sex, color, religion, or national origin must be prohibited. 

• Equal opportunity must be an integral part of personnel and practice in regards to:  
  • Employee selection
  • Training
  • Advancement
  • Treatment.

• Sexual harassment must be prohibited.

What does 'All Reasonable Efforts' Describe?

A set of procedures to ensure the maximum possible potential audience / program recipients are reached. Minimum efforts include:

• Use of all available media.
• Use of personal letters, emails, and circulars to define potential recipients and invite them to participate.
• Personal visits by staff to potential recipients in the area.

Simplified Definition: 

A set of procedures and documentation to ensure the maximum possible potential audience is reached

These efforts include all available mass media, circulars, letters, and emails, and personal visits.  

Adequate Public Notification

Public notification plans that:

• Uses the most diversified possible communication to attract all population types.

• Uses non-discriminatory statements and gender neutral language.

Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972

Prohibits discrimination against individuals in every aspect of employment because of gender.

• Prohibits male/female related job stereotyping

• Prohibits sexual harassment

• Prohibits unequal opportunities for training, advancement and other benefits of employment.

Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990

Title I

No entity shall discriminate against a qualified individual with a disability in regard to:

• Job application procedures

• Hiring

• Advancement

• Discharge

• Compensation

• Training

• All terms and privileges of employment.

Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990

Title II

No qualified individual with a disability by reason of their disability can be:

• Excluded from participation

• Denied benefits

• Discriminated against.  

Describe a 'Qualified Individual with a Disability'

Any individual with a disability who with or without reasonable modifications to rules, policies, and practices meets the essential eligibility requirements of employment.

Affirmative Action

The deliberate proactive actions taken to provide educational programs that are available and accessible to all, while targeting minority audiences according to the Civil Rights Act of 1964.

What are the 5 Racial / Ethnic Categories?

• Black

• White

• Hispanic

• Asian / Pacific Islander

• American Indian / Alaskan Native

    When is ‘All Reasonable Efforts’ required?

All reasonable efforts should be executed for any program or activity held by extension service to serve the local area or its employees.

 Who is responsible for conducting: “All Reasonable Efforts”

All staff members.

 How does Title IX of the Education Amendments Act differ from Title VI of the Civil Rights act?

In depth / ‘Text book’ Definition: Title IX gives protections to prohibit gender discrimination and sexual harassment, while Title VI focuses on the prohibition of discrimination based upon race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.

Simplified Definition: Title IX: Protections against gender; Title VI: Rights to all

 Where would you publicize educational programs to be sure that all audiences are aware of the program or activities:

Radio, Public TV, Facebook / social media, letters to partner organizations, personal letters and visits to potential audience members of the program, email newsletters.

Specific Example: flyers in more than 1 language posted in all areas of town

What are some of the considerations involved in making your programs accessible to a disabled person?

Some considerations for disabled persons are: making sure there is a disability accommodation statement in flyers / publications about the event, as well as having an event space that has disability parking, access, and accommodations.

Specific Example: For Deaf or Spanish speaking attendees – ensure there is a translator available at the event.

What are the guidelines for participation of minorities on planning groups?

In depth / ‘Text book’ Definition: Those of a minority background shall be included in planning groups and shall not be discriminated against or excluded from any activity, program, or employment or training opportunities.

Simplified Definition: To make every effort to make our services available to all the communities we serve and to be absolutely equally inclusive in planning, marketing, and distribution of the educational information we provide.