Section 188 of the Workforce Investment Act

Who may file a complaint concerning discrimination connected with WIA Title I?

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Any person who believes that he or she, or any specific class of individuals, has been or is being subjected to discrimination prohibited under WIA has the option to file with the recipient or directly with CRC.

The complainant(s) may file a written complaint by him or herself, or through a representative with the recipient or the CRC.

Examples of who may file:

  • Applicant/registrant for aid, benefits, services or training
  • Eligible applicants/registrants
  • Participants
  • Employees
  • Applicants for employment
  • Service providers (the organization involved is one which may be attributed a racial, national origin or other characteristic entitled to protection under WIA)
  • Eligible service providers (same definition as above applies)