Explained: How US students can benefit from the Department of Education’s final Title IX regulations

The U.S. Department of Education’s final Title IX regulations mark a significant step forward in protecting students from gender bias and discrimination. By expanding protections to cover a broader range of sex-based discrimination, enhancing accountability for schools, and providing greater support to students and families, these regulations reaffirm the Department’s commitment to equity in education. The changes reflect a modern understanding of gender discrimination, ensuring that all students have the right to learn and thrive in an environment free from harassment and bias.