Title IX

Title IX in New Hampshire

Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 is a federal civil rights law that prohibits 
discrimination on the basis of sex in any educational program or activity receiving federal 
financial assistance.
 

Title IX and New Hampshire State Law
New Hampshire has enacted state-level statutes that complement Title IX, especially in higher 
education settings. RSA Chapter 188-H requires institutions to adopt policies, provide notice of 
rights, conduct training, and collaborate with law enforcement. Students may bring discrimination 
complaints through the NH Commission for Human Rights or in court.
 

Who Is Covered & What Schools Must Do
Title IX protects students, faculty, staff, and applicants at all levels of federally funded 
education. Institutions must appoint a Title IX Coordinator, adopt grievance procedures, 
investigate complaints, provide supportive measures, and prevent retaliation.
 

Reporting & Grievance Process
1 Report or disclosure to Title IX Coordinator.
2 Initial assessment and supportive measures.
3 Formal complaint filed and respondent notified.
4 Investigation with interviews and report.
5 Review and response period for both parties.
6 Hearing or decision issued.
7 Appeals process.
8 Implementation of remedies and monitoring.
 

Rights of Parties
•  To be treated with dignity and respect
•  To receive information about procedures and supports
•  To have an advisor
•  To present evidence and witnesses
•  To know the outcome (per privacy laws)
•  To appeal outcomes
•  To be free from retaliation
 

Preventive Education & Training
Institutions are required to conduct ongoing prevention and education efforts, including 
faculty/student training, awareness campaigns, climate surveys, and policy reviews. NH statute 
mandates awareness
programming and climate surveys for higher education.

Resources & Support in New Hampshire
•  New Hampshire Commission for Human Rights
•  Campus or District Title IX Coordinator
•  Confidential resource advisors
•  Local rape crisis centers and domestic violence shelters
•  State and local legal aid organizations