The Equal Employment Opportunity Team processes informal complaints of alleged discrimination due to race, religion, color, sex/gender (including pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity), Pregnant Workers (limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), national origin, age (40 or older), genetic information (including family medical history), disability (mental or physical) or retaliation/reprisal. The office also educates the workforce on discrimination laws prevention techniques.

Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) is an effective tool for employees, managers, and supervisors in resolving various workplace conflicts and disputes. 

The toolkits are available to educate employees, applicants and the public about Anti-Discrimination laws.

At the Census Bureau, we define equity and inclusion as the consistent and systematic fair, just, and impartial treatment of all individuals, including individuals who belong to underserved communities that have been denied such treatment, and the recognition, appreciation, and use of the talents and skills of employees of all backgrounds. Additionally, we define diversity as identities, races, ethnicities, backgrounds, abilities, cultures, and beliefs of the American people. At the Census Bureau, employees are empowered to fully participate, belong, and contribute.

The Census Bureau is required to prepare an annual MD-715 report outlining efforts to establish and maintain a model EEO program. The affirmative action plan describes how the agency will improve the recruitment, hiring, advancement, and retention of applicants and employees with disabilities (including targeted disabilities).