The Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) and the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) define non minorities or whites as the unexpected victims of race discrimination. However, Civil Rights prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, including whites. The disparate treatment and impact theories apply regardless of race and gender.
Sandra Scott Zeigler, Esq., a recognized authority on Federal EEO enforcement with 25 years of experience divided equally between the EEOC and OFCCP, discusses how these theories are applicable in the case of the unexpected victim and the circumstances that may give rise to these claims. You can also read Zeigler's article here.Government Compliance is where you'll hear hot topics about Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action Planning, and Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs.
