Title VII prohibits employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex and national origin. A Virginia employee alleging discrimination under the VA HRA must file a complaint with the Division of Human Rights(DHR) before filing in court.This powerful federal law, often referred to as "Title VII," protects the rights of workers who have been discriminated against based upon a protected class. Virginia's equivalent to Title VII is the Virginia Human Rights Act (VHRA). Here, we explore how the VHRA compares to Title VII and highlight key differences. Under Title VII, the ADA, GINA, and the ADEA, it is illegal to discriminate in any aspect of employment. The VHRA prohibits retaliation against employees who have engaged in protected activities such as reporting discrimination or harassment. Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, which prohibits employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended applies to employers with fifteen (15) or more employees. Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, which prohibits employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.