Who is covered under Title VII?

Title VII covers a broad range of individuals and entities involved in the employment relationship, including:

• Employees: Title VII protects employees from discrimination based on their race, color, religion, sex, or national origin, regardless of their position within the organization or employment status (full-time, part-time, temporary, etc.).
• Job applicants: Title VII prohibits discrimination against individuals applying for employment based on their protected characteristics, including during the hiring process and recruitment activities.
• Employers: Title VII applies to private employers with 15 or more employees, as well as federal, state, and local governments, employment agencies, labor organizations, and joint labor-management committees.
• Employees working abroad: In some cases, Title VII protections may extend to U.S. citizens working for U.S. employers abroad, depending on factors such as the employee's citizenship, the employer's location, and the nature of the employment relationship.