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Equal Opportunity

Equal Opportunity is an important topic to consider and all businesses should have an Equal Opportunity Policy. It is important for businesses to be aware of their obligations under the laws prohibiting discrimintation. This section includes information on:

  • Minority Business Development Agency

    The Minority Business Development Agency funds Business Development Centers around the country to assist with the start-up, expansion and development of minority-owned firms.

  • Discriminatory Practices

    It is illegal to discriminate in any aspect of employment. Read here to find more information about the laws and acts surrounding discriminatory practices.

  • Job Patterns for Minorities and Women
  • The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission requires periodic reports from public and private employers, and unions and labor organizations which indicate the composition of their work forces by sex and by race/ethnic category. Click here to access the tables

  • General Terms in Business
  • A glossary of general business terms. See also the main Glossary page.

 

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