It is illegal for employers of 5 or more employees to discriminate against job applicants and employees because of a protected category, or retaliate against them because they have asserted their rights under the law.
Establish a process for resolving discrimination issues Any employee who feels they have been discriminated against or treated negatively should report the issue to Human Resources, their direct supervisor, manager, or director, and they should feel comfortable and safe when doing so.
Become familiar with the law if you are unfamiliar. Don't become angry at the complaining employee. Treat the employee making the complaint with respect and compassion. Follow the established procedures from your policy.
Report discrimination to a local Fair Employment Practices Agency (FEPA). If the discrimination breaks both a state and federal law, the FEPA will also send your complaint to the EEOC. Use the EEOC's directory of field offices to find the FEPA near you.
A written complaint to OSPI must include the following information: A description the conduct or incident—use facts (what, who and when) An explanation of why you believe unlawful discrimination has taken place. Your name and contact information, including a mailing address.
Report discrimination to a local Fair Employment Practices Agency (FEPA). If the discrimination breaks both a state and federal law, the FEPA will also send your complaint to the EEOC. Use the EEOC's directory of field offices to find the FEPA near you.
Human resources, or HR, is a department within mid-to-large-sized businesses. People who work in HR typically deal with employee-focused issues and tasks, such as hiring, administration, and training. Issues, such as workplace discrimination, fall under HR's administrative duties.
Evidence takes several forms. It includes your testimony, which is the very first evidence gathered by EEOC. It also includes written materials such as evaluations, notes by your employer, letters, memos, and the like. You will be asked to provide any documents you may have that relate to your case.
Report discrimination to a local Fair Employment Practices Agency (FEPA). If the discrimination breaks both a state and federal law, the FEPA will also send your complaint to the EEOC. Use the EEOC's directory of field offices to find the FEPA near you.