What is the purpose of Army regulation AR 600-7?
The purpose of Army regulation AR 600-7 is to ensure that individuals with disabilities are not discriminated against in programs and activities that receive federal financial assistance from or are conducted by the Department of the Army.

What types of programs and activities does AR 600-7 cover?
AR 600-7 covers all programs and activities that receive federal financial assistance from or are conducted by the Department of the Army, including recruitment, hiring, promotion, training, and any other employment-related practices.

Who is protected under AR 600-7?
AR 600-7 protects individuals with disabilities who are seeking to participate in or already participating in programs and activities that receive federal financial assistance from or are conducted by the Department of the Army.

What does unlawful discrimination on the basis of disability mean?
Unlawful discrimination on the basis of disability refers to treating individuals with disabilities unfavorably in any program or activity covered by AR 600-7, without justifiable reasons.

What are some examples of unlawful discrimination on the basis of disability?
Examples of unlawful discrimination on the basis of disability include denying individuals with disabilities equal employment opportunities, refusing to reasonably accommodate their disabilities, or providing them with less favorable treatment compared to others.

Are there any exceptions to the nondiscrimination policy outlined in AR 600-7?
Yes, certain exceptions may apply if accommodating an individual's disability would result in undue hardship to the Army program or activity, or when the individual is unable to perform essential functions of the program even with reasonable accommodations.

What should I do if I believe I have been unlawfully discriminated against on the basis of disability?
If you believe you have been unlawfully discriminated against on the basis of disability, you should promptly report the incident to your chain of command, the equal employment opportunity office, or the appropriate authority designated in your unit or organization.

Are there any grievance procedures in place for resolving complaints of disability discrimination?
Yes, Army regulation AR 15-6 outlines the procedures for filing and investigating complaints of discrimination. If your complaint is not resolved at the unit or organization level, you may file a formal complaint with the U.S. Army Equal Employment Opportunity Office.

How can I request a reasonable accommodation for my disability?
To request a reasonable accommodation for your disability, you should notify your supervisor or the appropriate authority in your unit or organization. They will guide you through the process of requesting and implementing reasonable accommodations.