Civil Rights Directorate

All Coast Guard Civil Rights publications, policies, websites, and other resources are being reviewed to ensure compliance with all applicable Executive Orders and DHS policy. Impacted publications, websites, and resources will be updated and republished as they are revised.

VISION: A discrimination-free workplace where every member of and applicant to the Coast Guard has the opportunity to reach his or her full potential, and believes it is possible to do so without regard to: race; color; national origin; religion; sex; age; disability; genetic information; marital status; parental status; political affiliation; engagement in a protected Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)/Equal Opportunity (EO) activity or any other basis protected by the law.

MISSION: To maximize Coast Guard's overall mission effectiveness by leading programs and facilitating practices which foster a discrimination-free workplace.

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Understanding Informal Complaints: Your First Step Toward Resolution

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Building a Culture of Respect in the Coast Guard

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Equal Employment Opportunity as a Leadership Philosophy for Success

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Civil Rights Year in Review 2024

Equal Employment Opportunity/Equal Opportunity (EEO/EO) Complaint Process

Civil Rights Manual, Commandant Instruction M5350.4E (Updated March 2025)

Anti-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment Policy (Updated March 2025)

Equal Opportunity Policy (Updated March 2025)

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