Together We Can End Hunger

 USDA and state guidelines define civil rights as the non-political rights and freedoms protecting individuals from unwarranted action by government, private organizations, and individuals. Civil rights ensure one’s ability to participate in the civil and political life of the state without discrimination or repression.  

Under federal law, any agency or organization receiving Federal financial assistance or commodities is prohibited from discrimination based on race, color, citizenship, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, political affiliation, marital status, disability, sexual orientation including gender identity, unfavorable discharge from the military or status as a protected veteran.  

Every partner distributing food to the public must post an 11X17 “And Justice for All” poster in the client intake area to illustrate to clients that they conform to all current civil rights laws. Each agency must provide information on how to file a discrimination complaint. Language translation services are offered for clients through Affordable Language Line Services See Agency Zone Affordable Line Services (Translation Services) .