Are institutions prohibited from retaliating against persons who file Title IX complaints or lawsuits?
Yes. Retribution is prohibited. However, there are many coaches of women’s teams who have complained about Title IX violations and who have not had their contracts renewed, ostensibly for other reasons. 19. The boys’ teams receive letter jackets from the booster club at the end of the year while the girls’ teams receive certificates from the school. Is this a Title IX violation? Yes. If permission is given by the athletic director for an action or expenditure that benefits the boys’ programs, a similar benefit must be provided to the girls’ programs. 20. Is it a violation of Title IX when cheerleaders, pep squads and/or bands are provided for men’s athletic events but not for women’s athletics events? Yes. Cheerleaders, pep squads and bands are considered publicity services. If they are provided for the men’s program, they must be provided for the women’s program. 21. Does Title IX require an equal number of teams for male and female athletes? No. Title IX deals with participation oppo
