The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) is a federal agency established as part of the civil rights movement to enforce anti-discrimination laws in the workplace. In Black history, the EEOC played a significant role in addressing and combating racial discrimination at work.

One important milestone in Black history involving the EEOC occurred in the 1960s with the passage of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. This landmark legislation prohibited employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. The EEOC was created as a result of this legislation to investigate and resolve complaints of discrimination in the workplace.

Since its establishment, the EEOC has been instrumental in fighting for equal employment opportunities for Black Americans and other marginalized groups. The agency investigates complaints of discrimination, files lawsuits against employers engaged in discriminatory practices, and works to educate both employers and employees about their rights and responsibilities under anti-discrimination laws.

Throughout Black history, the EEOC has been at the forefront of promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace, ensuring that Black individuals have equal access to employment opportunities and are not subjected to discrimination or harassment on the basis of their race. While challenges persist, the EEOC continues to be a vital tool in the ongoing fight for workplace equality and justice for all Americans, including the Black community.