Abstract
Over the past three decades, the Unites States has struggle valiantly to overcome that disgusting legacy as it moves toward to eliminate race, and gender inequality, and the uprooting of prejudice and discrimination. Out of this struggle, came the birth of affirmative action. It has left politicians, social scientists, and economists debating its merits and possible alternatives. From the Supreme Court to the dinner table, the potential effects of this policy on our legal, political and social system have been argued. This study analyzes the perceptions protected class employees in terms of the affirmative action in employment. Utilizing a sample of 151 protected class working adults, data analysis provided mixed support to the stated hypotheses which suggested that affirmative action had eliminated most discriminatory practices in corporate America. The results of this study answer the question of this study asserting the necessity of the affirmative action.
Highlights
The term “Affirmative Action” as it applies to organizations that operate in the U.S is commonly understood to include the collective policies and procedures that are taken to address the underutilization of women and minorities and to promote equal opportunity for protected class persons in the application, employment, training and development where minorities have historically been excluded
This study investigated the perceptions of protected class persons in terms of the affirmative action
The purpose of affirmative action is to address the discrepancies resulting from historical events such as slavery or social pressures that are not necessarily attributable to an employer's or union’s own discrimination
Summary
The Office of Federal Contract and Compliance Programs (OFCCP) has determined that affirmative action policies should bar preferential treatment in selection in employment, education, and public contracting These policies are intended to encourage organizations to improve their diversity efforts so they match standards found in society and to redress the perceived disadvantages practiced before the affirmative action [1]. Eliminating processes of discrimination is a significant factor of doing business due to the many factors, including legal issues as well as negative publicity that will impact the business factors of success in any organization. This will result in charges from the EEOC and other governmental agencies. The occurrence of prejudice and discrimination has been an unfortunate phenomenon impacting every facet of American life
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