Executive Order 10925

Definition

Executive Order 10925 refers to a directive issued by the President of the United States that established the concept of affirmative action. It mandated that government contractors take affirmative action to ensure equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, or national origin.

Related terms

Affirmative Action: This policy aims to address past discrimination by taking proactive steps to provide opportunities for historically disadvantaged groups.

Equal Employment Opportunity: Refers to the principle that individuals should not be discriminated against in any aspect of employment based on protected characteristics such as race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.

Civil Rights Act of 1964: This landmark legislation outlawed discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin and provided legal grounds for enforcing equal employment opportunities.