Equal Opportunity

Any action that unlawfully or unjustly results in unequal treatment of persons or groups based on race, color, gender, national origin or religion.

Formal and Informal

Any complaint that a Soldier or Family member does not wish to file in writing.

A complainant files in writing and swears to the accuracy of the information and Formal complaints require specific actions, are subject to timelines, and require documentation of the actions taken.

A division of human beings distinguished by traits passed down through descent that characterize people as a distinct group.

The pigmentation, complexion, or skin shade/tone of a person, regardless of race.

A person's biological classification as male or female, including how individuals identify and express their gender.

The country of origin of a person or their ancestors.

A personal set or institutional system of spiritual beliefs, practices, or moral codes that may or may not involve belief in a deity.

An enduring pattern of emotional, romantic, or sexual attraction to individuals of the same gender, a different gender, or more than one gender.

Everywhere. Both on and off post, during duty and non-duty hours.

The right of all persons to participate in, and benefit from, programs and activities for which they are qualified.

Individual merit, fitness, and capability, regardless of race, color, sex, national origin, or religion.

Action taken by an individual to deprive a person of a right because of their gender.

EO Program formulates, directs, and sustains a comprehensive effort to maximize human potential and to ensure fair treatment for all persons based solely on merit, fitness, and capability in support of readiness.

60 days from the incident.

AR 600-20 Chapter 6

Each unit has one, know the name of yours.

Race, Color, Sex (including gender identity), National Origin, Religion, and Sexual Orientation.

The Soldier's chain of command.

Adverse actions taken or positive actions withheld from a Soldier for reporting discrimination or harassment.

Terms used to degrade or connote negative statements pertaining to race, color, gender, national origin, or religion. This includes verbal statements, printed material, visual material, signs, symbols, posters, or insignia.

Yes, EO policies apply on and off-post, during duty and non-duty hours.

To prevent, identify, and correct discrimination and harassment.

No, commanders must take immediate action to investigate and correct EO issues.

By ensuring a fair, respectful, and cohesive environment that enhances unit readiness and performance.

Equal Opportunity Advisor (BDE and higher).

Equal Opportunity Leader

Equal Opportunity Representative (company and BN)

AR 15-6

SGT (P) through 1LT.

Ostracism (excluding someone from social acceptance or interaction), Maltreatment, Career-related impacts (such as unfair evaluations, administrative separations, or assignments), or Any other adverse action linked to the Soldier’s involvement in the complaint process.

Yes, but good leaders know when to escalate things.

English

Yes

No

The actual harm caused, regardless of intent.

They may face disciplinary action for violating Army policy.