The scope of Title IX protections include pregnancy. Under Title IX, institutions cannot discriminate based on on pregnancy, childbirth, termination of pregnancy, or recovery therefrom ( Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Sex in Education Programs or Activities Receiving Federal Financial Assistance 34 C.F.R § 106 et seq.).
The Office of Civil Rights explicitly states, Title IX prohibits a school from discriminating against a student based on the student’s pregnancy, childbirth, false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, or recovery from any of these conditions. Title IX also prohibits a school from applying any rule related to a student’s parental, family, or marital status that treats students differently based on their sex. Specialized services must be provided to pregnant persons if special services are provided to those with temporary 'medical conditions'.
Dear Colleague letters are produced as guidance to aid institutions in better serving their community and complying with standing law. These letters highlight the protections of pregnancy under Title IX and offer baseline recommendations for policy and procedures for parenting and pregnant community members.
CAMPUS RESOURCES
CENTER FOR ACCESSIBLE EDUCATION(CAE)
Assists students with accommodations to support an equitable education environment.
POLICY GUIDANCE
DEAR COLLEAGUE LETTER - 2007
United States Department of Education - Office of Civil Rights
STUDENTS WITH DEPENDENTS
The Students with Dependents Program (SwD) at the Bruin Resource Center provides caring and personalized support to UCLA undergraduate, graduate, and professional school students who are parents, guardians, and caregivers.
DEAR COLLEAGUE LETTER - 2013
United States Department of Education - Office of Civil Rights
CAMPUS HUMAN RESOURCES
A resource for Staff and Faculty.
SUPPORTING THE ACADEMIC SUCCESS OF PREGNANT AND PARENTIG STUDENTS Under the Title IX Education Amendments of 1972
United States Department of Education - Office of Civil Rights
UCLA Lactation Accommodation Procedures for faculty and staff
Lactation Room Map - Winter 2020
Find private lactations spaces near you.