If you believe that you or someone else experienced unlawful discrimination, you can report a civil rights violation. 1. Report using our online form.Learn how to file a discrimination complaint with the U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights. Why do you believe someone discriminated against you, someone you live with, or someone you sought to live with? Choose at least one reason. Open and fill out the Civil Rights Discrimination Complaint Form Package in PDF format. Section 1557 prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability in specified health programs or activities.