The Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) enforces laws that prohibit employers who do business with the federal government (Federal contractors and subcontractors) from discriminating against employees and applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
In addition, these employers are prohibited from discharging or otherwise discriminating against applicants or employees who inquire about, discuss or disclose their compensation or that of others, subject to certain limitations.
It is also illegal for these employers to retaliate against employees or applicants for assisting or participating in a compliance evaluation or complaint investigation or for opposing acts or practices made unlawful by OFCCP's laws.
If you believe an employer has discriminated or retaliated against you, you (or a representative) may submit a pre-complaint inquiry or file a complaint by following the instructions below.
If you believe an employer has discriminated or retaliated against you, you may choose to submit a pre-complaint inquiry or file a complaint with OFCCP.
Pre-Complaint Inquiry
When you submit a pre-complaint inquiry, OFCCP can provide information about your workplace rights and protections and help you determine if we are the right federal agency to handle the matter. OFCCP will not notify the employer you submitted a pre-complaint inquiry. Submitting an inquiry form to OFCCP does not constitute filing a complaint.
Complaint
You may also choose to bypass the pre-complaint inquiry and instead file a complaint of employment discrimination with OFCCP. If you file a complaint of employment discrimination, OFCCP will notify the employer of the complaint.