Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 is a comprehensive federal law that prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in any federally funded education program or activity.
Access to Higher Education | Women and men shall be afforded equal opportunities to obtain higher degrees. |
Athletics | Educational institutions shall ensure gender equity in all athletics programs. |
Career Education | Women and men shall be afforded equitable opportunities to pursue and obtain career-directed, workforce development education. |
Pregnant and Parenting Students | Educational institutions shall prohibit discrimination against students based on their family, parental, marital, or pregnancy status. |
Educational Employment | Women and men shall have access to equal opportunities to academic and administrative positions throughout all educational institutions. |
Gender Stereotypes | Educational institutions shall ensure all learning environments are free of gender stereotypes. |
Sexual Harassment | Schools have an obligation to prevent harassment of a sexual nature that interferes with educational opportunities. |
If you are the victim or a witness of sexual assault or relationship violence, BRCC has resources available to help. Click here to report a violation of the Louisiana Community and Technical College System (LCTCS) Interim Policy, Equal Opportunity, Harassment, and Discrimination or contact a Title IX Coordinator for assistance. You may report anonymously. Your report can be made without fear of retaliation.