What is the purpose of the No Fear Act?

The No Fear Act aims to provide additional protections for federal employees under existing discrimination, retaliation, and whistleblower laws.

How often must federal agencies train employees on the No Fear Act?

Agencies must train employees every two years and within 90 days of hire for new employees.

Who should victims of discrimination contact first?

Victims should contact an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Counselor within 45 days of the alleged discrimination.

The No Fear Act Made Simple Interactive Online Training

Type: Interactive Training

SKU: ABCFEA-ON

Runtime: 19 minutes

Last Updated: 2023

Language(s): EN

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Course Description

The No Fear Act of 2002 provides federal employees additional protections against discrimination, retaliation, and whistleblower actions. Federal agencies must train employees on the act every two years and within 90 days for new hires. The act mandates agencies to notify employees of their rights, post findings of discrimination, and publish data on complaints and outcomes. Transparency and accountability are central to the act, aiming to strengthen existing laws.

Federal agencies must inform all employees and applicants annually about their rights under anti-discrimination and whistleblower laws. This notice can be in paper form, electronic form, or posted on the agency's website. New employees must receive this notification during orientation or within 90 days of hire. The act prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, or political affiliation. It protects employees from discrimination in hiring, termination, promotions, performance appraisals, and requests for reasonable accommodations.

The Elijah E. Cummings Act of 2021 expanded the No Fear Act by requiring agencies to establish an independent Equal Employment Opportunity Program, track discrimination complaints, note adverse disciplinary actions, and provide public notice of final EEOC findings of discrimination. This act ensures that federal agencies operate without discrimination, treating every employee fairly and upholding their legal rights.

Objective

Understand the key provisions of the No Fear Act
Recognize the protections against discrimination and retaliation
Identify the rights and remedies available under the Act
Learn the process for reporting discrimination and retaliation
Understand the role of the Office of Special Counsel
Know the expansion mandates under the Elijah E. Cummings Act

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