Category Archives: Policy & Guidance

Limited English Proficiency (LEP)

Posted on August 3, 2017 by Jeannelle Harris

Pursuant to Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, policy guidance emphasizes that in order to avoid discrimination against persons with Limited English Proficiency (LEP) on grounds of national origin, recipients of NASA financial assistance must take adequate … Continue reading →

Posted in Policy & Guidance, Policy & Procedures | Comments Off on Limited English Proficiency (LEP)

Federal Laws and Guidance

Posted on May 8, 2017 by Jeannelle Harris

Federal Laws prohibit workplace discrimination and are enforced by EEOC.  These are passed by Congress and signed by the President. Regulations implement federal workplace discrimination laws. They are voted on by the Commission after the public has a formal opportunity … Continue reading →

Posted in Policy & Guidance | Comments Off on Federal Laws and Guidance

Policy & Procedures

Posted on May 2, 2017 by Jeannelle Harris

The Federal Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Program is based on both EEO laws and affirmative employment requirements. A synopsis of these laws follows. Title VII Title VII, a section of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, made it illegal for … Continue reading →

Posted in Policy & Guidance | Tagged , | Comments Off on Policy & Procedures