Civil Rights Title IX

Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (Title IX) prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in all programs and activities that receive federal financial assistance. The Tennessee Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights (TOCR) is responsible for ensuring equal access to education by enforcing compliance with Title IX. TOCR has jurisdiction to investigate complaints alleging discrimination on the basis sex.

Regulations

Access Title IX’s implementing regulations (34 CFR Part 106) here.

Tennessee Department of Education Resources

Video Overview of Title IX from the Tennessee Department of Education

Tennessee Department of Education Office for Civil Rights Case Investigation and Resolution Manual

Tennessee Department of Education Office for Civil Rights Discrimination Complaint Form

United States Department of Education Resources

Sex Discrimination - Office for Civil Rights (ed.gov)

FAQ Sex Discrimination – Office for Civil Rights (ed.gov)

File a Discrimination Complaint with the U.S. Department of Education

School Meal Programs 

U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) prohibits discrimination against its customers. If you believe you experienced discrimination when obtaining services from USDA, participating in a USDA program, or a program that receives financial assistance from USDA, you may file a complaint with USDA.

For more information about civil rights grievance processes regarding school meal programs, see the department’s school nutrition webpage and Filing a Program Discrimination Complaint as a USDA Customer | USDA.