The Office for Civil Rights (OCR) enforces Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, which prohibits discrimination based on race, color, and national origin in programs or activities receiving federal financial assistance. Explore key issue areas below to learn more and find related policy guidance, case resolutions, and other publications relating to Title VI enforcement.
View policy guidance, fact sheets, and other materials related to harassment and race, color, and national origin discrimination.
Title VI requires that schools, districts, and SEAs take affirmative steps to address language barriers. View related policy guidance and fact sheets.
Citizenship or immigration status of students, parents, or guardians cannot be used to bar students from public schools. View related guidance.
Student discipline practices in schools receiving federal financial assistance must comply with Title VI's non-discrimination requirements.
Retaliatory acts against any individual who exercises their rights under Title VI are considered to be discrimination and are unlawful.
Title VI protects students from discrimination based on actual or perceived shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics. Learn more and view guidance.
Guidance for school districts, colleges, and universities on pursuing racial diversity consistent with Title VI and Supreme Court decisions.
Learn about Title VI obligations to provide students of every race, color, and national origin with equal access to educational opportunities.
Title VI requires that students of all races, colors, and national origins have equitable access to special education services and supports.