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Equal Opportunity

Equal Opportunity

Promotion Board Questions

Private Difficulty Board Questions

Private-Level Questions

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1

What is discrimination?

Any action that unlawfully or unjustly results in unequal treatment of persons or groups based on race, color, gender, national origin or religion.

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2

What are the two types of EO Complaints?

Formal and Informal

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3

What is an Informal Complaint?

Any complaint that a Soldier or Family member does not wish to file in writing.

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4

What is a Formal Complaint?

A complainant files in writing and swears to the accuracy of the information and Formal complaints require specific actions, are subject to timelines, and require documentation of the actions taken.

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5

According to AR 600-20 Chapter 6, what is Race?

A division of human beings distinguished by traits passed down through descent that characterize people as a distinct group.

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6

According to AR 600-20 Chapter 6, what is Color?

The pigmentation, complexion, or skin shade/tone of a person, regardless of race.

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7

According to AR 600-20 Chapter 6, what is Sex?

A person's biological classification as male or female, including how individuals identify and express their gender.

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8

According to AR 600-20 Chapter 6, what is National Origin?

The country of origin of a person or their ancestors.

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9

According to AR 600-20 Chapter 6, what is Religion?

A personal set or institutional system of spiritual beliefs, practices, or moral codes that may or may not involve belief in a deity.

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10

According to AR 600-20 Chapter 6, what is Sexual Orientation?

An enduring pattern of emotional, romantic, or sexual attraction to individuals of the same gender, a different gender, or more than one gender.

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11

The EO Policy applies to military personnel and Family members where?

Everywhere. Both on and off post, during duty and non-duty hours.

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12

What is Equal Opportunity?

The right of all persons to participate in, and benefit from, programs and activities for which they are qualified.

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13

What are the three things soldiers should be evaluated on?

Individual merit, fitness, and capability, regardless of race, color, sex, national origin, or religion.

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14

What is gender discrimination?

Action taken by an individual to deprive a person of a right because of their gender.

Private Second Class Difficulty Board Questions

Private Second Class-Level Questions

Promotion Board Question #

1

What is the purpose of the EO program?

EO Program formulates, directs, and sustains a comprehensive effort to maximize human potential and to ensure fair treatment for all persons based solely on merit, fitness, and capability in support of readiness.

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2

How long does a soldier have to file a formal complaint?

60 days from the incident.

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3

What AR covers Equal Opportunity?

AR 600-20 Chapter 6

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4

Who is your EO Representative?

Each unit has one, know the name of yours.

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5

What are the 6 protected categories?

Race, Color, Sex (including gender identity), National Origin, Religion, and Sexual Orientation.

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6

Who is the primary source for solving EO complaints?

The Soldier's chain of command.

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7

What is retaliation?

Adverse actions taken or positive actions withheld from a Soldier for reporting discrimination or harassment.

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8

What are Disparaging Terms?

Terms used to degrade or connote negative statements pertaining to race, color, gender, national origin, or religion. This includes verbal statements, printed material, visual material, signs, symbols, posters, or insignia.

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9

Can Soldiers file EO complaints for incidents off-post?

Yes, EO policies apply on and off-post, during duty and non-duty hours.

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10

What are the responsibilities of the chain of command regarding EO?

To prevent, identify, and correct discrimination and harassment.

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11

Can commanders choose to ignore discrimination or harassment?

No, commanders must take immediate action to investigate and correct EO issues.

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12

How can EO contribute to mission success?

By ensuring a fair, respectful, and cohesive environment that enhances unit readiness and performance.

Private First Class Difficulty Board Questions

Private First Class-Level Questions

Promotion Board Question #

1

What is an EOA?

Equal Opportunity Advisor (BDE and higher).

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2

What is an EOL?

Equal Opportunity Leader

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3

What is an EOR?

Equal Opportunity Representative (company and BN)

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4

What regulation governs the investigations of EO Complaints?

AR 15-6

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5

What rank should an EOR normally be?

SGT (P) through 1LT.

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6

What are some examples of adverse actions in retaliation?

Ostracism (excluding someone from social acceptance or interaction), Maltreatment, Career-related impacts (such as unfair evaluations, administrative separations, or assignments), or Any other adverse action linked to the Soldier’s involvement in the complaint process.

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7

Should you attempt to resolve informal equal opportunity complaints at the lowest level possible?

Yes, but good leaders know when to escalate things.

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8

What is the operational language of the Army?

English

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9

Can soldiers be required to speak English in professional conversations related to official duties?

Yes

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Can soldiers be required to speak English in personal conversations not related to official duties?

No

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11

Which is more heavily considered when evaluating equal opportunity complaints, the intent to cause harm of the offender, or the actual harm caused to the complaintant?

The actual harm caused, regardless of intent.

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12

What happens if the chain of command fails to act on an EO complaint?

They may face disciplinary action for violating Army policy.

Specialist Difficulty Board Questions

Specialist-Level Questions

Promotion Board Question #

1

What is the Army’s EO/Sexual Harassment Assistance Line number?

1–800–267–9964

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2

What are the 7 Channels that a person can use to file a formal complaint?

1. Someone in a higher echelon of the complainant’s chain of command 2. Inspector General 3. Chaplain (Confidential) 4. Provost marshal 5. Medical agency personnel 6. Staff judge advocate 7. Chief, Community Housing Referral and Relocation Services Office.

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3

What is the form used to file a Formal Complaint?

DA Form 7279 (Equal Opportunity Complaint Form).

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4

At what level should there be an EOA?

At BDE and higher level.

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5

What level should have EOR’s?

Company and BN levels.

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6

Are Commanders required to provide feedback of Command Climate Surveys to subordinates?

Yes, Commanders are required to provide timely feedback to subordinates with 30 days of conducting the Command Climate Survey

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7

What are the individual Rights of Soldiers, Family Members and DA Civilians when processing EO Complaints?

Present a complaint to the command without fear of intimidation, reprisal, or harassment, Communicate with the commander concerning their complaints, Receive assistance when submitting a complaint, Receive training on the Army’s EO complaint and appeals process.

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8

What form is used to file a formal EO complaint?

DA Form 7279

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9

Can EO complaints be anonymous?

Yes, but the commander must decide if enough information exists to proceed.

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10

How long must EO complaint records be kept?

15 years

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What support services must commanders offer to EO complainants?

Medical care, counseling, chaplain services, and legal assistance.

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