Edit Organization: Civil Rights Division (Department of Justice)

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Mission:	To uphold the civil and constitutional rights of all individuals in the United States, particularly those who are most vulnerable, by enforcing federal statutes that prohibit discrimination; to promote equal justice under the law.
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Services:	Enforcement of Civil Rights Laws; Litigation; Community Outreach
Regulations:	Enforces various federal civil rights statutes
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'''Civil Rights Division, Department of Justice (DOJ)''' is responsible for enforcing federal statutes that prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, disability, national origin, and other protected characteristics, ensuring equal protection under the law. {{Official URL (simple)|url=https://www.justice.gov/crt}} ==Mission== The Civil Rights Division's mission is to promote the vigorous enforcement of federal civil rights laws to protect the rights of all individuals. It seeks to eliminate discrimination, ensure equal access to justice, and foster an environment where civil rights are respected and upheld, focusing on vulnerable populations. ==Parent organization== The Civil Rights Division is a part of the [[United States Department of Justice]]. ==Legislation== The Division was established by the [[Civil Rights Act of 1957]], which was the first federal civil rights legislation since Reconstruction, aimed at protecting voting rights. ==Partners== * Various federal agencies for coordinated enforcement * State and local governments * Civil rights organizations and community groups ==Number of employees== The Division employs approximately 750 staff members. ==Organization structure== *'''Office of the Assistant Attorney General''' provides leadership and policy direction. *'''Sections''' include: *'''Criminal Section''' for criminal civil rights violations. *'''Educational Opportunities Section''' for discrimination in education. *'''Employment Litigation Section''' for workplace discrimination issues. *'''Housing and Civil Enforcement Section''' for housing discrimination. *'''Special Litigation Section''' for institutional conditions and access to justice. *'''Voting Section''' for voting rights enforcement. *'''Disability Rights Section''' for disability discrimination. *'''Federal Coordination and Compliance Section''' for interagency coordination. ==List of programs== * Hate

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