Compliance Resources

Civil Rights Laws, Authorities and Regulation

Several different Federal Civil Rights Laws, Authorities and Regulations help inform and direct our Civil Rights mandates. For more information, visit the USDA NIFA website on Civil Rights Laws, Authorities, and Regulations.

And Justice For All

The And Justice for All poster (AD-475A) must also be displayed in a specific size: 11" width x 17" height—for local Extension offices and in-person programming. Additionally, the MSU Extension PowerPoint templates can be found on the Organizational Development > Communications and Marketing > Presentation Templates page.

Anti-Discrimination Statements

Michigan State University Extension programs and materials are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, religion, age, height, weight, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, marital status, family status or veteran status. (Abbreviated Statement)

Which Anti-Discrimination Statement should you use?
Anti-Discrimination Statement (Arabic Version)
Anti-Discrimination Statement (Spanish Version)

Census Information

US Census Bureau - data on information for specific populations such as socioeconomic status, health care, nutrition, race, etc.
2020 Census Data
2020 Agricultural Census- information about farms in the United States broken down by state and various demographics including gender, race and state.

Parity

Question: What is the measurement for parity assessments of participant racial, ethnic, and gender (REG) data?

Answer: Each REG group’s representation in the eligible group should be reflected within 80 percent of those who benefit from a program or activity. For example, if a state’s population is 26 percent Hispanic or Latino, this group’s participation in each program category should be at or above 21 percent (.26 x .8 = .21).

Question: Where do I find REG data for my work team?

Answer: Work team REG data can be found at 2020-2024 Parity by Work Team (not NPA)

Limited English Proficient Audiences

Our Language Access Plan details our approach to supporting Limited English Proficient (LEP) Audiences:

Michigan State University Extension Language Access Plan (February 2023)

Through Certified Languages International, MSU Extension helps provide staff with over-the-phone interpreting services. Click on the links below for additional information.

Web Based Accessibility

At MSU, we serve a diverse audience that relies increasingly on the Internet for many aspects of life, including education, employment, commerce, research, health care, and recreation. In today’s society, it is essential that we provide equal access and opportunity to all our users, including those with disabilities. Accessible Design can diminish and even remove barriers to information and interaction critical to success for our faculty, staff, students, and the general public. For additional information https://webaccess.msu.edu/