U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)

The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) is a federal agency responsible for enforcing laws that make it illegal to discriminate against job applicants or employees based on certain characteristics, such as race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, and genetic information. The EEOC investigates complaints of workplace discrimination, mediates disputes, and can file lawsuits against employers on behalf of individuals. Its mission is to promote fair treatment in the workplace and ensure that everyone's rights are protected, contributing to a diverse and equitable job market.