Discrimination means that an individual (or group) is being treated unfairly or unequally based on a protected characteristic. Learn how to file a discrimination complaint with the U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights.The 415 form may be used to report possible instances of discrimination or harassment based on protected characteristics. Students are protected from discrimination on the basis of sex pursuant to Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and the Minnesota Human Rights Act. Learn ways to prevent bullying. The Minnesota Human Rights Act (Minn. Stat. 363A. 01, et seq.) protects employees from discrimination in the workplace. Fill out our Census Form! Basis for alleged discrimination (race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity).