Just In: Department of Education Declares June as Title IX Month
Announces new investigations
Welcome to June!
In honor of women and girls, today, the Department of Education announced that June will now be recognized as Title IX Month, commemorating the 53rd anniversary of this landmark legislation passed on June 23, 1972. Title IX has been essential in ensuring protections and opportunities for women and girls based on sex, and this recognition is a great and appreciated step toward safeguarding those rights.
Two New Title IX Investigations:
The Department is taking decisive action by launching two significant Title IX investigations to address clear violations of women’s rights:
University of Wyoming: The Department will investigate the university’s decision to allow a male to join the Kappa Kappa Gamma sorority, a clear violation of Title IX’s sex-based protections.
Jefferson County Public Schools, Colorado: The investigation targets the district’s policy allowing high school overnight accommodations to be determined by gender identity rather than sex, resulting in a male sharing a room with an underage female student.
These investigations underscore the Trump administration’s commitment to restoring the original intent of Title IX. As Madison Biederman, Assistant Secretary of Communications, stated, “Recognizing this month as Title IX Month is more important now than ever,” particularly after prior administrations attempted to expand the definition of “sex” to include gender identity, putting women and girls at risk.
Why This Matters
This announcement comes amid ongoing challenges to sex-based protections, like the recent incident in California where a male won a girls’ state track title. At Restore Childhood, we’ve been documenting the impact of gender ideology on children and families, advocating for policies that prioritize safety and fairness.
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These stories, particularly the Jefferson County case, highlight the urgent need to protect Title IX and ensure policies prioritize the safety and opportunities of women and girls.
How You Can Help
Amplify the News: Follow and share posts from Secretary McMahon’s official X account (@Ed_Sec_McMahon) for updates, graphics, and videos throughout Title IX Month.
Share Your Story: If you’re a parent, student, or advocate facing Title IX violations in your community, reach out to us at Restore Childhood to ensure your voice is heard.
Stay Engaged: Read and share our posts to spread awareness about the importance of preserving Title IX’s protections.
A Call to Action
The Department’s focus on Title IX Month and these investigations is a direct response to the tireless work of advocates like you. Let’s continue to stand together to protect the rights of women and girls and restore the integrity of Title IX as it was intended in 1972.
Happy Title IX Month!
Natalya
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