Civil Rights Policy

Policy and Notice of Nondiscrimination

The Town of Hilton Head Island complies with Federal civil rights laws and is committed to providing its programs and services without discrimination in accordance with:

• Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, which prohibits discrimination based on race, color, or national origin (including language).
• Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, which prohibits discrimination based on disability.
• Title IX of the Education Amendments Act of 1972, which prohibits discrimination based on sex in education programs or activities.
• Age Discrimination Act of 1975, which prohibits discrimination based on age.
• U.S. Department of Homeland Security regulation 6 C.F.R. Part 19, which prohibits discrimination based on religion in social service programs.

It is against the law for the Town of Hilton Head Island to retaliate against anyone who takes action to oppose discrimination, files a grievance, or participates in the investigation of a grievance in accordance with the above authorities.

To File a Complaint

If you think that the Town of Hilton Head Island has failed to provide these services or discriminated in another way based on race, color, national origin (including language), disability, sex, age, or religion, you can file a complaint in person or by mail, or email withthe Town Administration Manager/FOIA Compliance Officer at:

You can also file a civil rights complaint with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security Office for Civil Rights and Civil Liberties (CRCL):

For additional information visit www.dhs.gov/crcl
Phone:  202-401-1474
Toll-Free:  1-866-644-8360

Civil Rights Discrimination Complaints Process

Information and Services for Persons with Disabilities and Persons with Limited English Proficiency

The Town of Hilton Head Island

• Provides free aids and services, such as qualified sign language interpreters and written information in other formats (large print, audio, accessible electronic formats, etc.), to communicate effectively with persons with disabilities.
• Provides free language services, such as qualified foreign language interpreters and information written in other languages, to ensure meaningful access to programs and activities for persons with limited English proficiency.

If you need these services, please contact the Town Administration Manager/FOIA Compliance Officer at:

Civil Rights Language Access Plan