Diversity, inclusion and a discrimination free environment
are keys to the Foreign Agricultural Service’s (FAS) success.
The mission and responsibilities of the
Office of Civil Rights are to:
Ensure equal access to FAS programs and activities
Achieve a bias and harassment free environment
Ensure that there is representation of all groups at all levels of FAS
Assist in building a diverse team
Enhance workforce effectiveness by identifying and eliminating barriers
to employment
Monitor and analyze workforce reports to address recruitment, career
development and retention initiatives
Provide FAS managers guidance and advice in EEO and Civil Rights matters
Improve program delivery to our customers through strategic planning
FAS and
USDA Policy Statements
Programs
NO FEAR Act
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Staff
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Briefings/Events
Tuesday, February 17, 2009
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. – Black History Month Program, Room 6610-S
Presented by: Mr. Michael L. Alexander, Staff Director for the Senate Homeland
Security and Governmental Affairs Committee
Wednesday, February 25, 2009
10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. – Limited English Proficiency (LEP) Briefing, Room
3109-S
Presented by: Richard T. Waters and Luz Lopez-Ortiz, Department of Justice
Thursday, March 5, 2009
1:00 – 2:00 p.m. – ADA Amendments Act of 2008 Training, Room 5066-S
Presented by: Tami Trost, Office of General Counsel, USDA
Thursday, March 19, 2009
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. – Generational Briefing, Room 5066-S
Presented by: Sean Clayton and Jeffrey Vargas, Department of Energy
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