Army Equal Opportunity Program Overview
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Army Equal Opportunity Program Overview

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What does AR 600-20 cover?

Army Command Policy

How long do Soldiers have to file a Formal Complaint?

60 days from the incident

What is the form used to file a Formal Complaint?

DA Form 7279-R (Equal Opportunity Complaint Form)

What is a Formal Complaint?

<p>A complainant files in writing and swears to the accuracy of the information; Formal complaints require specific actions, are subject to timelines, and require documentation of the actions taken.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should anyone working on the resolution of informal complaints do at a minimum?

<p>At a minimum complete a Memorandum of Record</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can Informal Complaints be resolved?

<p>Directly by the individual, with the help of another unit member, the commander, or another person in the complainant's chain of command.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an Informal Complaint?

<p>Any complaint that a Soldier or Family member does not wish to file in writing.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the two types of EO Complaints?

<p>Formal and Informal</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why are EO special/ethnic observances conducted?

<p>To enhance cross-cultural awareness among all Soldiers, civilian employees, and their Families.</p> Signup and view all the answers

When must units review EOAP's?

<p>Annually</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an EOAP?

<p>Planned, achievable steps that eliminate practices denying fair and equitable treatment to Soldiers and their Families.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does EOAP stand for?

<p>Equal Opportunity Action Plan</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where in AR 600-20 does it list how to file a complaint?

<p>Appendix D</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the first thing that someone should attempt if they have an EO Issue?

<p>It is recommended that the individual attempt to resolve a complaint by first informing the alleged offender that the behavior must stop.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What must happen if someone is removed from EO Duty?

<p>The NCO or Officer must receive a 'Relief for Cause' evaluation immediately after being relieved.</p> Signup and view all the answers

When must a Commander conduct a Command Climate survey after taking command?

<p>Within 30 days of assuming command.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What level should have EOR's?

<p>Company and BN levels.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is EOR?

<p>Equal Opportunity Representative</p> Signup and view all the answers

At what level should there be an EOA?

<p>At BDE and higher levels.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does EOA stand for?

<p>Equal Opportunity Advisor</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Race?

<p>A division of human beings identified by the possession of traits transmissible by descent.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Prejudice?

<p>A negative feeling or dislike based upon a faulty or inflexible generalization.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is National Origin?

<p>An individual's place of origin or that of an individual's ancestors.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How should Soldiers be evaluated?

<p>Individual merit, fitness, and capability, regardless of race, color, sex, national origin, or religion.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Equal Opportunity?

<p>The right of all persons to participate in, and benefit from, programs and activities for which they are qualified.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are Disparaging Terms?

<p>Terms used to degrade or connote negative statements pertaining to race, color, gender, national origin, or religion.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Discrimination?

<p>Any action that unlawfully or unjustly results in unequal treatment based on race, color, gender, national origin, or religion.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the goals of the EO program?

<ol> <li>Provide EO for military personnel and Family members. 2. Create and sustain effective units by eliminating discriminatory behaviors.</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

What is the EO Policy based on?

<p>Fairness, justice, and equality.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the EO Program?

<p>To formulate, direct, and sustain an effort to maximize human potential and ensure fair treatment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Ch 6 of AR 600-20 Cover?

<p>The Army's EO Program.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Army Equal Opportunity Program Overview

  • AR 600-20 establishes the Army Command Policy focusing on Equal Opportunity (EO).
  • The EO program promotes fairness, justice, and equality for military personnel and their families.

Complaint Filing Procedures

  • Soldiers have 60 days to file a Formal Complaint from the date of an incident.
  • Complaints are filed using DA Form 7279-R, the Equal Opportunity Complaint Form.
  • A Formal Complaint requires written documentation and sworn accuracy of information, including specific actions and timelines.

Types of Complaints

  • Two categories exist: Formal and Informal Complaints.
  • Informal Complaints can be resolved by individuals or with support from unit members or chain of command without written documentation.

Equal Opportunity Action Plan (EOAP)

  • EOAP comprises planned steps to eliminate discriminatory practices and monitors progress toward equitable treatment goals.
  • Units are required to review EOAPs annually.

Command Responsibilities

  • Commanders must conduct a Command Climate Survey within 30 days of assuming command to assess the unit's culture.
  • EORs (Equal Opportunity Representatives) are established at company and battalion levels, while EOAs (Equal Opportunity Advisors) exist at brigade and higher levels.

Definitions and Concepts

  • Race is defined as human divisions based on inherited traits.
  • Prejudice is a negative perception based on stereotypes without factual basis.
  • National Origin refers to an individual's or their ancestors' place of origin.
  • Soldiers should be evaluated on merit and capability, free from biases related to race, color, sex, national origin, or religion.
  • Equal Opportunity is the fundamental right to participate and benefit from programs based on qualifications.

Discrimination and Terminology

  • Discrimination is any unjust or unlawful treatment leading to inequality among individuals or groups.
  • Disparaging Terms are negative terms related to race, color, gender, national origin, or religion, including various forms of derogatory expressions.

Purpose and Goals of the EO Program

  • The EO program aims to maximize human potential and ensure fair treatment solely based on merit.
  • Goals include providing equal opportunity for military personnel and family members and eliminating behaviors that undermine unit cohesion and respect.

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Explore the essentials of the Army Equal Opportunity (EO) Program as outlined in AR 600-20. This quiz covers complaint filing procedures, types of complaints, and the Equal Opportunity Action Plan (EOAP) requirements. Understand the commitment to fairness and justice for military personnel and their families.

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