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Whistleblower

A person who reveals information or activity they believe to be illegal, unethical, or incorrect within a private or public organization.

Reprisal / Retaliation

An act of harm, punishment, or negative consequence against someone in response to their actions, such as reporting wrongdoing.

Contractor / Subcontractor / Grantee / Subgrantee

A company or individual hired to provide goods or services under a formal agreement with a larger organization, often the government. A 'sub' refers to a party hired by the primary contractor or grantee.

Department of Defense (DoD)

The executive branch department of the U.S. government responsible for national security and the U.S. Armed Forces.

National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

The U.S. government agency responsible for the civilian space program, as well as aeronautics and aerospace research.

Predispute arbitration agreement

A clause in a contract, signed before any conflict arises, that requires any future disagreements to be resolved through arbitration (a private process) instead of a lawsuit in court.

Gross mismanagement