The Office for Civil Rights (OCR) enforces Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, which prohibits discrimination based on sex in education programs and activities that receive federal financial assistance. Explore key issue areas below to learn more and find related policy guidance, case resolutions, and other publications relating to Title IX enforcement.
Learn how Title IX protects students from sex discrimination in school athletics programs.
Learn how Title IX protects students from discrimination based on pregnancy or parental status.
Title IX Exemptions
Title IX and its implementing regulations contain several exemptions and exceptions from its coverage, including for the membership practices of certain organizations and admissions to private undergraduate colleges.