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Office of Outreach, Diversity, and Equal Opportunity
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The Office of Outreach, Diversity, and Equal Opportunity (ODEO) has oversight responsibility for Agricultural Research Service's Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Program to ensure compliance with all applicable civil rights laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.

ODEO's two branches, EEO and Compliance and Special Emphasis Programs, provide leadership and guidance to create and maintain a competitive and qualified workforce that promotes an environment free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.