Geographic area(s) served: State of Rhode Island The Illinois Department of Human Rights enforces the Human Rights Act. TDD: None. Geographic area(s) served: City of Fort Worth and Tarrant County TDD: None. In states that do not offer protections to gay and transgender people on those grounds, municipal laws cover many residents. Tel: (812) 426-5474 TDD: None. 1. TDD: (612) 948-8740. The City of Fontana is committed to creating a community known for safety, beauty, and diversity in housing, business, and recreational/athletic opportunities and services. TDD: None. It also promotes equality and encourages intergroup harmony through mediation and education. 450 S. 4th Avenue The Supreme Court sided on The Commission is established by the city charter to make certain that equal opportunity and access is afforded to all citizens. TDD: None. Fax: (515) 242-6119 The Commission accepts and investigates allegations of unlawful discrimination in employment, housing, and public accommodations because of race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, ancestry, sexual orientation, or disability, and familial status in housing; monitors the city's employment practices; and encourages utilization of minority and female employees and disadvantaged business enterprises in city-owned projects and purchases. TDD: (704) 336-2424, The mission of the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Community Relations Committee is to prevent discrimination because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, family status, or disability; to ameliorate the effects of past discrimination; and to promote harmony among the citizens of Charlotte and Mecklenburg County, Geographic area(s) served: City of Charlotte and Mecklenburg County The Commission investigates and holds hearings on complaints of discrimination in Norwalk; promotes mutual understanding and respect among all groups in the city; assures equal opportunity for all; eliminates prejudice, intolerance, bigotry, discrimination, and disorder; and conducts programs of education, study, research, and action to effect these purposes. 40 Rector Street The Human Rights Committee has given the highest ratings to two Iowa City, IA 52204, Heather Shank, Human Rights Coordinator Fax: (207) 624-6063 11th and Frederick Avenue Geographic area(s) served: City of Omaha 34 S. 11th Street, 6th Floor Marital status, age and ancestry are classes protected by a city ordinance, in addition to the federally protected ones. The agency also contracts with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, the U.S. 5925 Calumet Avenue, Room 320 Complaints of housing discrimination are received and processed by the Commission. Fax: (603) 271-6339 The Commission is a nine-member volunteer board working on fair housing, mediation and conflict resolution, education, and outreach. The Commission is appointed by the City Council to serve as an advocate for the human rights of citizens in Virginia Beach. 1300 S. Grand, Bldg. Tel: (619) 236-6420 The Council's mission is to safeguard all individuals within the Commonwealth from unlawful discrimination because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, or disability, in places of public accommodations, including educational institutions, and in real estate transactions and in employment. The Commission's mission is to process and investigate discrimination complaints; to issue studies and reports; to hold hearings; to refer cases to the State commission, and to make recommendations to the City Council. To these ends, the Commission strives to better the lives and opportunities of all Missourians with hearing loss. Many states go further. Virginia Beach, VA 23456, Fagan D. Stackhouse, Director of Human Resources The Department provides staff to the Human Services and Park Commission (human relations commission). Tel: (410) 222-1821 Type(s) of publications: Annual report, ELIZABETH HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION Fax: (612) 861-9749 The Section provides advice and consultation services to these agencies and represents them before state and federal trial and appellate courts. Type(s) of publications: None, PITTSFIELD HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION The mandate of the Commission is to assure equal opportunities in the State of Kansas in all employment relations; to eliminate and prevent discrimination, segregation, or separation; and to assure equal opportunities in all places of public accommodations and in housing. Type(s) of publications: Annual report and brochures, Marilyn T. Shuler, Director 303 W. Colfax The city thus investigates all fair housing complaints that originate within its jurisdiction and has enforcement powers to order both injunctive relief and monetary damages from those found to have violated the local fair housing ordinance. It advises the Mayor and Council and city government entities on handling of issues to improve and enhance the way of life for everybody. The Commission also monitors civil rights issues within the State. The remaining 21 states do not have laws explicitly protecting LGBTQ rights in public accommodations, although some local municipalities do. TDD: None. Fax: (408) 297-2463 The Commission renders a final decision including findings of fact and conclusions of law and the Commission order. The mission of the Commission is to engage in activities designed to aid in elimination of prejudice, intolerance, and discrimination and to assist the city in achieving better intergroup understanding. Por favor tome en cuenta que puede durar ms tiempo en el procesamiento del correo que recibimos. Tel: (703) 838-6390 WebWASHINGTON STATE HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION COVID-19 and Compliance with Non-Discrimination Laws OLYMPIA HEADQUARTERS OFFICE 711 S. Capitol Way, Suite 402 PO Box 42490 Olympia, WA 98504-2490 TEL: 360-753-6770 - FAX: 360-586-2282 Toll Free: 1-800-233-3247 TTY: 1-800-300-7525 Se Habla Espaol www.hum.wa.gov TDD: (510) 427-7950. Kumarasamy Raja Salai, (Greenways Road), Raja Annamalai Puram, Chennai-600 028, Tamil Nadu The Commission's mandate is to secure for all individuals within the City of Waterloo freedom from discrimination because of race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, age, or mental or physical disability in employment, public accommodations, housing, credit, and education; serve as a source of information to employers, business people, employees, tenants, and other citizens about various civil rights legislation and regulations; and provide active assistance to prevent and eliminate discriminatory practices. Geographic area(s) served: State of Maryland Tel: (606) 252-4931 Milwaukee, WI 53202, Charles L. Robinson, Equal Rights Specialist Type(s) of publications: None, SCHENECTADY HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION Type(s) of publications: None, MATTESON COMMUNITY RELATIONS COMMISSION The Role of States Elkhart, IN 46516, Vaughn M. Moreno, Executive Director Country Reports on Human Rights Practices 151 Weybosset Street Type(s) of publications: None, NORWALK HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION 10890 San Pablo Avenue Type(s) of publications: Annual report and survey report, PRINCE GEORGE'S COUNTY HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION SPRINGFIELD COMMISSION ON HUMAN RIGHTS AND COMMUNITY RELATIONS Tel: (215) 686-4673 The Commission accepts complaints of discrimination and holds a public hearing if probable cause is determined and conciliation fails. Tel: (701) 328-2428 Boulder, CO 80306, Susan Purdy, Executive Director The Commission is currently updating its human resources ordinance. Geographic area(s) served: City of Holland The Denver ordinance, covering the city of Denver, was first passed in 1990. WebProtection and promotion of human rights constitute the principal concern of the Commission. Human Rights Tel: (602) 262-7486 TDD: None. Tel: (515) 281-4121 Composition of State Human Rights Commission: A State Commission is to be composed of a chairman and some members appointed by the Governor in consultation with the Chief Minister, Home Minister, Speaker and Leader of the Opposition in State Assembly. Type(s) of publications: None, SEATTLE OFFICE FOR CIVIL RIGHTS Fax: (907) 278-8588 This office is in charge of affirmative action, equal opportunity, and Americans with Disabilities Act compliance for the city of New Bedford. The Melrose ordinance prohibits discrimination in public accommodations, credit, employment, education, recreation, housing and real estate, labor unions, bonding, insurance, and city services. The Commission is mandated to act in an ombudsman role to monitor community situations that are discriminatory in nature. WebFunctions of the States Human Rights Commission. More than 20 states, along with Washington, TDD: None. 1400 McCormick Drive, Suite 245 Fax: (908) 820-0112 70 W. Hedding Street, Lower Level West Wing 270 South River Detroit, MI 48226, John Roy Castillo, Director 120 E. 8th Street P.O. Fax: (504) 826-2997 It provides newsletters, brochures, public speaking to community groups, and consultant services to employers, landlords, and agencies. The Department is charged with educating the public about and enforcing the fair housing ordinance. Fax: (203) 946-8164 402 P.O. Fax: (517) 355-1649 The staff conciliates, holds hearings, and conducts educational programs for the public, and provides training and technical assistance. Geographic area(s) served: City of Melrose Tel: (319) 291-4441 Type(s) of publications: Brochures (English and Spanish), Charles A. Rando, Acting Administrator Type(s) of publications: None, Nancy Gutierrez, Director Evansville, IN 47708, Floyd Edwards, Sr., Executive Director One Main Street, Room 680 The Commission enforces antidiscrimination laws as set out in the Iowa City human rights ordinance. Type(s) of publications: None, LANCASTER CITY-COUNTY HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION Worcester, MA 01608, Linda M. Doherty, Chair P.O. TDD: (916) 757-5666. TDD: (520) 791-2639. HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION Fax: (202) 724-8786 Pittsfield, MA 01201, Jerome Edgerton, Chair Austin, TX 78701, Marco Salinas, Administrator Fax: (612) 948-8715 TDD: (301) 309-3187. A discrimination charge in housing must be filed with the WSHRC within one year from the date of the alleged violation. Fax: None Manuel Barbosa, Chairperson It has no legal powers. The Human Relations Commission is organized to receive and investigate complaints relating to discrimination, and survey current practices and conditions related to the treatment of citizens in public accommodations, employment, housing, recreation, education, and other human relations areas. WebWe also seek to find and understand patterns and practices of systematic discrimination. Baton Rouge, LA 70804-9095, Richard P. Ieyoub, Attorney General Geographic area(s) served: City of Niagara Falls Type(s) of publications: None, William M. Hale, Executive Director It monitors the city's affirmative action program, and provides training in sexual harassment, affirmative action, and civil rights issues. The Department enforces the Human Rights Act. The Division enforces Wisconsin's Open Housing Law, guaranteeing equal opportunity in housing for the federally protected classes and regardless of age, marital status, sexual orientation, and lawful source of income. Elizabeth, NJ 07208, Helen Scheuer, Executive Director Eventbrite: Seattle, WA Fair Housing Events. WebMembership. Geographic area(s) served: State of Montana Fax: (312) 443-6050 St. Paul, MN 55102-1681, Dyrone Derril, Director TTY: (573) 526-5205. TDD: None. The Office acts as the focal point for all civil rights and EEO activities of the Department; conducts reviews of Department's and subcontractor programs to assess equal opportunity participation and recommends certification; receives and investigates complaints of discrimination from employees and participants; provides technical assistance and training to the Department staff and subgrantees; and counsels employees, clients, and the general public with regard to equal employment opportunity and fair and equitable treatment. 516 Third Avenue TDD: None. Maplewood, MN 55109, Carol Cude, Chair Tel: (301) 694-1109 Washington State Human Rights Commission (WSHRC) partners with the Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Office of Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity (FHEO) to eliminate housing discrimination, promote economic opportunity, and achieve diverse, inclusive communities by leading the nation in the enforcement, administration, development, and public understanding of federal fair housing policies and laws. TDD: None. Fax: (318) 673-5069 The mission of the Commission is to provide all East Chicago citizens equal opportunity for education, business, and housing; to eliminate segregation or separation based solely on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability, or familial status as an impediment to equal opportunity; and to investigate, conciliate, and remedy the aforementioned. The ordinance prohibits discrimination on the basis of marital status, political orientation, AIDS, or source of income. "Issue direction to the respondent no.1 (Union of India) to issue proper guidelines through the Ministry of Home Affairs to the police authority/station house officer of every police station to accept/receive the complaint of victims of domestic violence or those under stress due to family problems and marriage-related issues, and refer the same to Tel: (605) 367-7039 Tel: (805) 568-2293 Type(s) of publications: None, Howard Williams, Programs Director Human 401 Market Street, Suite 540 Providence, RI 02903, Christine Roundtree, Executive Director P.O. Type(s) of publications: None, Louis Martin, Director TDD: None. St. Petersburg, FL 33731, Jim Yates, Director The Texas Commission on Human Rights enforces State laws prohibiting employment and housing discrimination. The UN Human Rights Office produces an extensive range of publications on a variety of topics related to human rights, for governments, national institutions, civil society, the general public and the media. Its mission is to empower all women regardless of race, color, creed, or cultural background and to plan and execute a continuing public awareness campaign through TV, radio, print media, seminars and workshops on issues affecting women and their families, including domestic violence awareness, child care and education, family issues, legislation, the environment, economic empowerment, health and well-being, educational and sports equity, mentoring and role models, careers, and other empowerment tools for women. The Commission works to reduce prejudice among all people; promotes intergroup relations; sponsors educational forums and activities; advises the City Council on interethnic relations; promotes and encourages good police and community relations; and assists other public and private agencies in providing equitable opportunities to all people in fair housing, employment, education, and health. Box 94985 It is illegal to discriminate in the areas of housing, employment, public accommodations, education, and credit. The Commission enforces civil rights legislation enacted by the Louisville Board of Aldermen and Jefferson Fiscal Court that prohibits discrimination in employment, housing, and public accommodations on the basis of race, sex, age, national origin, religion, disability, or familial status. Newark, NJ 07102, Penny M. Venetis, Administrative Director TDD: None. How to Start the Process. The Commission is charged with enforcing a State law that prohibits discrimination in housing and employment. Geographic area(s) served: State of Oregon Type(s) of publications: Annual report, ANN ARBOR HUMAN RIGHTS OFFICE The Commission investigates complaints and refers cases to the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing or the Equal Opportunity Office. The Commission accepts and investigates discrimination complaints in credit, employment, education, recreation, and public accommodations. Our Work. Type(s) of publications: None, William H. Stuart. Type(s) of publications: Quarterly newsletter and annual report, ALTON HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION TDD: None. Tel: (801) 530-6801 John H. Mulroy Civic Center, 11th Floor discrimination It conducts an EEO review of all Federal contracts under Wayne County's administration. Tel: (712) 279-6985 Geographic area(s) served: State of Georgia Type(s) of publications: None, ORANGE COUNTY DEPARTMENT FOR HUMAN RIGHTS AND RELATIONS Type(s) of publications: None, CORVALLIS OMBUDSPERSON 20 High Street Urbana, IL 61801, Frank Nesbitt, Officer Box 2842 Box 1360 The Commission receives and investigates complaints of discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, and disability in education, employment, housing, and public accommodations. The Commission promotes and secures mutual understanding and respect among all social, economic, religious, ethnic, and racial groups. WebComplaints of discrimination must be filed at the office of the Maine Human Rights Commission, 51 State House Station, Augusta, Maine 04333-0051. Fax: (503) 823-0119 Wichita, KS 67202, Annie Montgomery, Executive Director Type(s) of publications: None, METROPOLITAN PORTLAND HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION Toward that end, the Council will be conducting educational programs on human rights and cultural diversity, fostering positive relations among groups, and mediating conflicts. Type(s) of publications: Annual report, RED WING HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION The Convention defines the human rights which the ratifying States have agreed to respect and ensure. The Ombudsperson is also charged with monitoring and responding to hate violence. P.O. Civil rights functions include information and referral services, proposals to the Governor and General Assembly, and distribution of public information on legal rights. Geographic area(s) served: City of Matteson Tambin puede llamar nuestra oficina al 1-800-233-3247. Municipal Center New City, NY 10956, Cassandra Griffen McIntyre, Commissioner Fax: (213) 485-4390 Webbodies created to advance the promotion and protection of human rights, such as the Australian Human Rights Commission. If probable cause is found and mediation is unsuccessful, the Commission holds a public hearing and is authorized to levy fines. Tel: (907) 276-7474 Type(s) of publications: Annual report, Mustafa A. Aziz, Administrator Rockville, MD 20850, Douglas Jones, Chairperson Geographic area(s) served: City of St. Louis 475 Broadway, Suite 401 Harrisburg, PA 17101, Michael G. Bowles, Executive Director TDD: None. The Commission enforces the West Virginia Human Rights and Fair Housing Acts, each of which is substantially equivalent to Federal civil rights statutes. TDD: None. City Manager's Office, City Hall Fax: (219) 235-9803 Tel: (312) 814-6269 Evanston, IL 60201, Paula A. Haynes, Executive Director Type(s) of publications: Newsletters, Patricia E. Ryan, Executive Director The Commission is the resource center for all issues that impact on women. Geographic area(s) served: Vanderburgh County and the City of Evansville County Judiciary Building advocacy organization, joined a friend-of-the-court brief arguing that an exemption in the case decided on Friday would undermine state and federal public-accommodation laws. The Department enforces the fair housing ordinance, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of ancestry or marital status in addition to the federally protected classes. TDD: None. City Hall Annex, 3rd Floor The Commission enforces the local antidiscrimination ordinance through investigations of formally filed complaints. WebThe Commission has a cooperative agreement with the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to process and investigate dual-filed housing complaints for which our Commission receives finding under the Fair Housing Assistance Program (FHAP). 1470 South Havana, Suite 112 WebThe SAHRC is a national institution established to entrench constitutional democracy through the promotion and protection of human rights by: 1. The staff conciliates, holds hearings, has enforcement powers, conducts studies and surveys, publicizes its findings, offers training and technical assistance, and conducts community educational training. Geographic area(s) served: Dade County 2)we do not permit our pages to be TDD: (515) 573-5751. Fax: (304) 558-0085 Type(s) of publications: None, GWINETTE COUNTY HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION Fax: (410) 396-9586 Type(s) of publications: None, Susan S. Anders, Administrator Fax: (701) 328-2031 South Bend, IN 46601, Lonnie L. Douglas, Executive Director Memorial Building, Room B-3 Type(s) of publications: None, David C. Bartlett, Chief Counsel The Commission enforces Colorado's statutes that prohibit discrimination in employment, housing, and public accommodations. The administrative law judge has the authority to award remedies and attorney fees to complainants. Indianapolis, IN 46204, Robert Ransom, Administrator Tel: (916) 757-5626 Monitoring and assessing the observance of human rights. 400 S. Ft. Harrison Avenue, Suite 300 101 E. 4th Street TDD: None. Tel: (319) 589-4190 Fax: (510) 293-5039 Tel: (812) 376-2532 Durham, NC 27701, Chester L. Jenkins, Director TDD: None. Geographic area(s) served: City and County of Schenectady Huchinson, KS 67502, Lana Reed, Human Relations Officer 123 Washington Street, Room 5 Type(s) of publications: Annual report, PETERSBURG COMMISSION ON COMMUNITY RELATIONS AFFAIRS
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