What is Truly Equal?

Truly Equal is an initiative of Stop Abuse for Everyone dedicated to promoting equal protection under Title IX. Through research, education, and advocacy, we work to ensure that Title IX is applied fairly and consistently for everyone, regardless of sex. Learn more about us by visiting our About Us page at https://trulyequal.org/about-us/

Is Truly Equal a law firm?

No. Truly Equal is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation or legal advice. The information on this website is intended for educational and informational purposes only.

Is Truly Equal affiliated with the U.S. Department of Education?

No. Truly Equal is an independent initiative and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the U.S. Department of Education or any government agency.

Does Title IX only apply to athletics?

No. While Title IX is widely recognized for expanding opportunities in athletics, it also applies to admissions, scholarships, housing, academic programs, disciplinary procedures, employment, harassment, and many other aspects of education.

Are your research findings publicly available?

Yes. We publish research findings, reports, educational resources, and databases to increase transparency and public understanding of how Title IX is applied.

What is the Title IX Equal Protection Project?

The Title IX Equal Protection Project is Truly Equal’s nationwide research initiative that reviews colleges and universities across the United States to examine whether Title IX protections are being applied equally for all students.

Can Truly Equal file a complaint for me?

No. Truly Equal does not file complaints on behalf of individuals. However, we provide educational resources, official OCR offices list, step-by-step instructions, and links to official OCR resources to help you guide through the process.

How do I file a Title IX complaint?

Complaints are submitted to the U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights (OCR). Our website includes step-by-step instructions, complaint templates, and links to official OCR resources to help guide you through the process.

Is there a deadline for filing a complaint?

Yes. The Office for Civil Rights generally requires complaints to be filed within a specific timeframe after the alleged discrimination occurred. Because filing requirements may change, we encourage reviewing the current OCR guidance before submitting a complaint.

Is filing a Title IX complaint free?

Yes. Filing a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights is free of charge.

How long does a Title IX investigation take?

The length of an investigation varies depending on the case’s complexity, the amount of information involved, and OCR’s workload. Some investigations resolve within months, while others take longer.

How can I support Truly Equal?

You can support our mission by sharing our educational resources, volunteering, interning with our organization, making a donation, or helping raise awareness about equal protection under Title IX.

How can journalists or media organizations contact Truly Equal?

We welcome inquiries from journalists, news organizations, podcast hosts, and other media members. Please contact us at info@trulyequal.org for interview requests, press inquiries, or additional information.

Why does Truly Equal want to know if I have filed a Title IX complaint?

If you have filed a Title IX complaint, we would appreciate you letting us know so we can include your case in our research database. We maintain a database of Title IX complaints and their outcomes to support our ongoing research and better understand how Title IX is being applied across educational institutions.

Your information helps us identify trends, analyze patterns, monitor case outcomes, and build a more comprehensive picture of Title IX compliance nationwide. Maintaining this database allows us to strengthen our research, publish more accurate findings, and measure the impact of Title IX enforcement efforts. We respect your privacy and handle all submitted information responsibly in accordance with our privacy policy.

How can I contact Truly Equal?

If you have questions about our research, educational resources, or organization, please visit our Contact Us page or email us at info@trulyequal.org. We’ll be happy to assist you or direct you to the appropriate resources.