Title IX, also known as Title 9, is a federal civil rights law in the United States that was passed as part of the Education Amendments of 1972. It prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in any educational program or activity that receives federal funding. Title IX has had a significant impact on promoting gender equity in educational institutions, particularly in areas such as athletics, access to education, and addressing sexual harassment and assault on campus. It has been instrumental in advancing women’s and girls’ rights in education and promoting gender equality.
