Title VII (“Title Seven”)

The most important Federal law when it comes to sexual harassment prevention is Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, also called “Title Seven”.

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Title VII is a federal law passed by Congress that prohibits employers from discriminating against employees on the basis of sex, race, color, national origin, and religion.

Title VII generally applies to employers with 15 or more employees, including federal, state, and local governments.

Title VII also applies to private and public colleges and universities, employment agencies, and labor organizations.

Claims of violations of Title VII and other federal anti-harassment laws are investigated by the United States Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (“EEOC”).

Here’s Why Title VII is So Important

Sexual Harassment is Sexual Discrimination

Under Title VII, sexual harassment is a form of sexual discrimination in employment, and a civil rights violation.

As discrimination in employment is unlawful, therefore sexual harassment is unlawful.

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