Title IX

Definition

Title IX is a federal law in the United States that prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance. It aims to ensure gender equality in educational settings, impacting admissions, athletics, employment, and more.

Related terms

Discrimination:

Treating someone unfairly or differently because of their characteristics, such as race, age, or sex.

Federal financial assistance: Funds provided by the federal government to support a wide array of services and programs, including educational institutions.

Gender equality: The state of having the same rights, responsibilities, and opportunities regardless of whether one is male or female