The Philadelphia Plan

The Philadelphia Plan was a policy introduced in the 1960s aimed at promoting equal employment opportunities for minorities. It required federal contractors to set specific goals and deadlines for hiring minority workers, demonstrating a commitment to nondiscrimination. Essentially, it was an early effort to ensure that government-funded projects reflected fair employment practices, helping to address racial inequalities in the workforce. Over time, it played a significant role in shaping affirmative action policies in the United States.