DCYF is prohibited from engaging in any type of discrimination related to the following protected classes:
- Race/Color
- National Origin (including Preferred Written or Spoken Language)
- Gender
- Pregnancy
- Gender Identity
- Sexual Orientation
- Honorably Discharged Veteran or Military Status
- Disability, history of disability, or perception of disability
- Use of a Dog Guide/Service Animal
- Immigration/Citizenship Status
- Breastfeeding
- Creed/Religion
Civil Rights Act of 1964
The Civil Rights Act of 1964 is an important civil rights and labor law in the United States that prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, and national origin. Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 states that no person in the United States shall, because of race, color, or national origin, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving federal financial assistance.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) prevents discrimination toward individuals with disabilities in Employment (Title I), State and Local Governments (Title II), Places of Public Accommodations and Commercial Facilities (Title III), and Telecommunications (Title IV).
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 protects individuals with disabilities from discrimination by federal entities or programs receiving federal financial assistance.
Washington State Law Against Discrimination
Washington State Law Against Discrimination (RCW 49.60) prohibits discrimination in the areas of employment, public accommodation, housing, credit, and insurance.
Executive Order 13166*
Executive Order 13166 "Improving Access to Services for Persons with Limited English Proficiency" requires federal agencies to examine the services they provide, identify any need for services to persons with who prefer to speak a language other than English, and develop and implement a system to provide those services so persons who prefer to speak languages other than English can have meaningful access to those services.
*This Executive Order was rescinded by the President in early 2025, but federal agencies are still able to provide information in languages other than English to assist the public