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                      CIVIL RIGHTS DIRECTORY

                              MAIN


Preface
Federal Agencies
State and Local Agencies
Private Organizations


Updated September 1, 1998

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                             PREFACE


The United States Commission on Civil Rights is an independent,
bipartisan agency of the Federal Government. Established by the
Civil Rights Act of 1957 and reconstituted in 1983, it is
directed, among other duties, to investigate and study
discrimination and denials of equal protection of the laws on
the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, or
national origin. Other organizations-both government and
private-also undertake similar missions in civil rights. Unlike
the Commission, a number of the governmental agencies also have
enforcement authority.

One of the Commission's statutory mandates is to serve as a
national clearinghouse for information with respect to
discrimination or denials of equal protection of the laws. The
Civil Rights Directory has been developed as part of the
Commission's clearinghouse mission. The purpose is to provide a
compilation of Federal, State, and local governmental agencies
and private organizations with significant civil rights
responsibilities and a description of each organization's
services. Information in the Directory was, for the most part,
provided directly to the Commission by the organization listed.
The Commission contacted many sources in its efforts to make the
Directory as comprehensive as possible. This reference volume
includes not only civil rights agencies and organizations but
also entities whose responsibilities and services are related to
civil rights. Additional information on the services and
activities of a specific civil rights agency or private
organization should be obtained by contacting it directly.

The Directory is not a handbook that describes how individuals
who believe they have been discriminated against can file a
complaint with a governmental agency at the Federal, State, or
local level. However, the Commission has issued another
clearinghouse publication, Getting Uncle Sam to Enforce Your
Civil Rights, which provides information on the complaint filing
process of various governmental agencies.

The Civil Rights Directory was developed by the Commission's
Public Affairs Unit under the supervision of Charles R. Rivera,
Director of Public Affairs. Barbara Brooks, Deputy Director of
Public Affairs, provided program direction and support for this
project. Marcia Tyler, the Community Relations Manager, was
responsible for the development and coordination of the
Directory. Clerical assistance was furnished by Deborah Glispie
and Carolita Little. William Lee, writer-editor, provided
editorial review. In addition, the Public Affairs Unit was
fortunate to have valuable assistance from student volunteer
interns. Those interns were: Mona Atia, Alexander Eule,
Christina Hsu, Jennifer Lin, Nicola Mrazek, Jennifer Parry,
Rahul Sinha, Tracee Wilkins, Kendee Yamaguchi, Melissa Zack, and
Jennifer Zefras.

NOTE

The information for this Directory was largely collected during
1996. The organizations listed were contacted again in the
Summer of 1997 to verify the accuracy of the information that
was submitted previously. We would appreciate any updates to the
information that readers can provide. Please send such
information to:

                 U.S. Commission on Civil Rights
                  Public Affairs Unit, Room 732
                      624 Ninth Street, NW
                      Washington, DC 20425

                        Tel: 202-376-8312
                        Fax: 202-376-8315

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                        FEDERAL AGENCIES


APPALACHIAN REGIONAL COMMISSION
1666 Connecticut Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20235

Thomas M. Hunter, Executive Director
Tel: (202) 884-7700
Fax: (202) 884-7691
TDD: None
Toll Free: None
Internet: http://www.arc.gov

The Commission is a joint Federal-State partnership concerned
with economic, physical, and social development of the 13-State
Appalachian region.

Geographic area(s) served: Alabama, Georgia, Kentucky, Maryland,
Mississippi, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South
Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia
Type(s) of publications: Annual reports and journal
Regional office(s): None


COMMISSION ON CIVIL RIGHTS, U.S. (USCCR)
Public Affairs Unit
624 9th Street, NW, Suite 730
Washington, DC 20425

Mary Frances Berry, Chairperson
Ruby G. Moy, Staff Director
Charles R. Rivera, Director of Public Affairs
Frederick D. Isler, Assistant Staff Director for Civil Rights
Evaluation
Tel: (202) 376-8312
Fax: (202) 376-8315
TDD: (202) 376-8116
Toll Free: 1 (800) 552-6843
Internet: e-mail: pau@usccr.sprint.com
Homepage: http://www.usccr.gov

The Commission is an independent, bipartisan agency first
established by Congress in 1957 and reestablished in 1983. It is
directed to: Investigate complaints alleging that citizens are
being deprived of their right to vote by reason of their race,
color, religion, sex, age, disability, or national origin, or by
reason of fraudulent practices; study and collect information
relating to discrimination or a denial of equal protection of
the laws under the Constitution because of race, color,
religion, sex, age, disability, or national origin, or in the
administration of justice; appraise Federal laws and policies
with respect to discrimination or denial of equal protection of
the laws because of race, color, religion, sex, age, disability,
or national origin or in the administration of justice; serve as
a national clearinghouse for information in respect to
discrimination or denial of equal protection of the laws because
of race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, or national
origin; submit reports, findings, and recommendations to the
President and Congress; and issue public service announcements
to discourage discrmination or denial of equal protection of the
laws.

Geographic area(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Newsletter, quarterly magazine,
reports, and other informational material

Regional office(s):

U.S. Commission on Civil Rights
Eastern Regional Office
624 9th Street, NW, Suite 500
Washington, DC 20425

Ki-Taek Chun, Director
Tel: (202) 376-7533
Fax: (202) 376-7548
TDD: (202) 376-8116

Geographic area(s) served: Connecticut, Delaware, District of
Columbia, Maryland, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New
Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia,
and West Virginia

U.S. Commission on Civil Rights
Southern Regional Office
Atlanta Federal Center, Suite 1840T
100 Alabama Street, SW
Atlanta, GA 30303

Bobby D. Doctor, Director
Tel: (404) 562-7000
Fax: (404) 562-7005
TDD: (404) 562-7004

Geographic area(s) served: Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, North
Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee

U.S. Commission on Civil Rights
Mid-Western Regional Office
55 W. Monroe Street, Suite 410
Chicago, IL 60603

Constance D. Davis, Director
Tel: (312) 353-8311
Fax: (312) 353-8324
TDD: (312) 353-8362

Geographic area(s) served: Illinois, Indiana, Michigan,
Minnesota, Ohio, and Wisconsin

U.S. Commission on Civil Rights
Central Regional Office
400 State Avenue, Suite 908
Kansas City, KS 66101

Melvin L. Jenkins, Director
Tel: (913) 551-1400
Fax: (913) 551-1413
TDD: (913) 551-1414

Geographic area(s) served: Alabama, Arkansas, Iowa, Kansas,
Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, and Oklahoma

U.S. Commission on Civil Rights
Rocky Mountain Regional Office
1700 Broadway, Suite 710
Denver, CO 80290

John Dulles, Director
Tel: (303) 866-1040
Fax: (303) 866-1050
TDD: (303) 886-1049

Geographic area(s) served: Colorado, Montana, North Dakota,
South Dakota, Utah, and Wyoming

U.S. Commission on Civil Rights
Western Regional Office
3660 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 810
Los Angeles, CA 90010

Philip Montez, Director
Tel: (213) 894-3437
Fax: (213) 894-0508
TDD: (213) 894-3435

Geographic area(s) served: Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawaii,
Idaho, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas, and Washington


CORPORATION FOR NATIONAL AND COMMUNITY SERVICE
Equal Opportunity Office
1201 New York Avenue, NW, Suite 7110
Washington, DC 20525

Nancy Voss, Director
Tel: (202) 606-5000/x309
Fax: (202) 565-2780
TDD: None
Toll Free: 1 (800) 942-2677
Internet: http:
www.whitehouse.gov/wgutegiyse/EOP/cns/html/cns.indes.html

The Corporation provides comprehensive civil rights services for
employees, 600,000 service members (including AmeriCorps
members, Foster Grandparents, Senior Companions, and RSVPs), and
80,000 grantees. Services include equal opportunity counseling
and complaint processing, program evaluation, accessibility, and
affirmative action.

Geographic area(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: None
Regional office(s): None


DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)
Office of Civil Rights (OCR)
14th Street and Independence Avenue, SW
Room 326, W
Washington, DC 20250

Lloyd Wright, Director
Tel: (202) 720-5212
Fax: (202) 205-2891
TDD: (202) 720-1127
Toll Free: None
Internet: http://www.usda.gov//da

OCR is the umbrella civil rights office of USDA. OCR has
responsibility for the development, implementation, and
coordination of all aspects of USDA's civil rights program. OCR
is responsible both for enforcing Federal civil rights laws
prohibiting discrimination in federally assisted and conducted
programs and for internal equal employment opportunity programs
within the Department. In addition, in 1993, OCR received
enforcement responsibilities for Title II of the Americans with
Disabilities Act of 1990, including investigating all complaints
filed under the law.

Geographic area(s) served: United States and territories
Type(s) of publications: Directories and annual report

Regional office(s):

Washington Regional Service Center
U.S. Department of Agriculture
300 7th Street, SW
Reporters Building, Room 802
Washington, DC 20024

Tel: (202) 720-5612
Fax: (202) 690-3579 or (202) 260-9396
TDD: (202) 401-1130

Geographic area(s) served: Connecticut, Delaware, District of
Columbia, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New
Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia,
and West Virginia

Atlanta Regional Service Center
U.S. Department of Agriculture
1720 Peachtree Road, NW, Room 1099 S
Atlanta, GA 30367

Tel: (404) 347-1908
Fax: (404) 347-1931
TDD: (404) 347-0149

Geographic area(s) served: Alabama, Georgia, Florida, Kentucky,
North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Puerto Rico

Denver Regional Service Center
U.S. Department of Agriculture
755 Parfet Street, Suite 136
Lakewood, CO 80215

Tel: (303) 236-4141
Fax: (303) 236-4151
TDD: (303) 236-4152

Geographic area(s) served: Arizona, Colorado, Idaho, Montana,
Nebraska, New Mexico, North Dakota, South Dakota, Utah, and
Wyoming

Kansas City Regional Service Center
U.S. Department of Agriculture
8900 State Line Road, Suite 402
Leawood, Kansas 66206

Tel: (913) 385-0920
Fax: (913) 385-0932
TDD: (913) 385-0930

Geographic area(s) served: Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas,
Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, and Wisconsin

New Orleans Regional Service Center
U.S. Department of Agriculture
1380 Old Gentilly Road, Building 350
New Orleans , LA 70129

Tel: (504) 255-5680
Fax: (504) 255-5089
TDD: (504) 255-5086

Geographic area(s) served: Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi,
Oklahoma, and Texas

Sacramento Regional Service Center
U.S. Department of Agriculture
1860 Howe Avenue, Suite 440
Sacramento, CA 95825

Tel: (916) 566-7140
Fax: (916) 566-7144
TDD: (916) 566-7130

Geographic area(s) served: Alaska, California, Hawaii, Nevada,
Oregon, Washington, and Guam


DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE (DOC)
Office of Civil Rights (OCR)
14th Street & Constitution Avenue, NW, Room 6010
Washington, DC 20230

Courtland V. Cox, Director
Tel: (202) 482-0625
Fax: (202) 482-5375
TDD: (202) 482-5691 V/TTY
Toll Free: None
Homepage: http://www.doc.gov
Internet: e-mail: ccox@doc.gov

The Office coordinates the Title VI enforcement activities of
the various operating units of the Department such as the
Economic Development Administration and the National Oceanic and
Atmospheric Administration. OCR also conducts studies and
surveys and publishes regulations related to discrimination in
agency employment based on race, color, religion, sex, national
origin, age, and handicap. OCR ensures equal employment
opportunity, including affirmative action, and nondiscrimination
based on race, sex, national origin, color, age, religion, or
disability for department employees and applicants for
employment.

Geographic area(s) served: United States and territories
Type(s) of publications: EEO brochures and EEO fact sheets
Regional office(s): None


DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE (DOD)
Equal Opportunity Office
The Pentagon
Washington, DC 20301

William E. Leftwich III
Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense
Tel: (703) 693-2693
Fax: (703) 697-7534
TDD: None
Toll Free: None
Internet: None

The goal of the Office is to make DOD a model of EEO/EO programs
and accomplishments through policy development and oversight for
DOD components. The Office monitors progress through statistical
and narrative analysis and prepares reports to senior executives
within DOD, to Congress, and to other Federal agencies. It also
develops policies for DOD-wide special observances and outreach
programs.

Geographic area(s) served: United States and territories
Type(s) of publications: Digest
Regional office(s): None


DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Office for Civil Rights
330 C Street, SW, Room 5000
Washington, DC 20202

Norma V. Cantu
Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights
Tel: (202) 205-5413
Fax: (202) 205-9862
TDD: None
Toll Free: 1 (800) 421-3481
Homepage: http://www.ed.gov
Internet: e-mail: norma_v_cantu@ed.gov

OCR enforces four Federal statutes that prohibit discrimination
in programs and activities receiving Federal financial
assistance from the Department. Discrimination on the basis of
race, color, and national origin is prohibited by Title VI of
the Civil Rights Act of 1964; sex discrimination is prohibited
by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; discrimination
on the basis of disability is prohibited by section 504 of the
Rehabilitation Act of 1973; and age discrimination is prohibited
by the Age Discrimination Act of 1975. OCR investigates
complaints filed by individuals, or their representatives, who
believe that they have been discriminated against because of
race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age. OCR
maintains a headquarters office in Washington, D.C., and 10
regional offices.

Geographic area(s) served: United States and territories
Type(s) of publications: Annual report and other informational
materials

Regional office(s):

Office for Civil Rights, Boston Enforcement Office
U.S. Department of Education
John W. McCormack POCH, Room 222, 01-0061
Boston, MA 02109-4557

Tel: (617) 223-9662
Fax: (617) 223-9669
TDD: (617) 223-9695

Geographic area(s) served: Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts,
New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont

Office for Civil Rights, New York Enforcement Office
U.S. Department of Education
26 Federal Plaza, Room 33-130, 02-1010
New York, NY 10278-0082

Tel: (212) 637-6466
Fax: (212) 264-3803
TDD: (212) 637-0478

Geographic area(s) served: New Jersey, New York, Puerto Rico,
and Virgin Islands

Office for Civil Rights, Philadelphia Enforcement Office
U.S. Department of Education
3535 Market Street, Room 6300, 03-2010
Philadelphia, PA 19104-3326

Tel: (215) 596-6772
Fax: (215) 596-4862
TDD: (215) 596-6794

Geographic area(s) served: Delaware, Maryland, Pennsylvania, and
West Virginia

Office for Civil Rights, District of Columbia Enforcement Office
U.S. Department of Education
330 C Street, SW, Room 5046
Washington, DC 20202

Tel: (202) 260-9225
Fax: (202) 260-7250
TDD: None

Geographic area(s) served: District of Columbia, North Carolina,
and Virginia

Office for Civil Rights, Atlanta Enforcement Office
U.S. Department of Education
P.O. Box 2048, 04-3010
Atlanta, GA 30301-2048

Tel: (404) 331-2954
Fax: (404) 331-7819
TDD: (404) 331-7816

Geographic area(s) served: Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky,
Mississippi, South Carolina, and Tennessee

Office for Civil Rights, Chicago Enforcement Office
U.S. Department of Education
111 N. Canal Street, Room 1053
Chicago, IL 60606

Tel: (312 )886-8434
Fax: (312) 353-4888
TDD: (312) 353-2540

Geographic area(s) served: Illinois, Indiana, Minnesota, and
Wisconsin

Office for Civil Rights, Cleveland Enforcement Office
U.S. Department of Education
600 Superior Avenue
Bank One Center, Suite 750
Cleveland, OH 44114-2611

Tel: (216) 522-4970
Fax: (216) 522-2573
TDD: (216) 522-4944

Geographic area(s) served: Michigan and Ohio

Office for Civil Rights, Dallas Enforcement Office
U.S. Department of Education
1200 Main Tower Bldg., Suite 2260, 06-5010
Dallas, TX 75202-9998

Tel: (214) 767-3959
Fax: (214) 767-6509
TDD: (214) 767-3639

Geographic area(s) served: Arkansas, Louisiana, New Mexico,
Oklahoma, and Texas

Office for Civil Rights, Kansas City Enforcement Office
U.S. Department of Education
10220 N. Executive Hill Boulevard, 8th Floor, 07-6010
Kansas City, MO 64153-1367

Tel: (816) 891-8026
Fax: (816) 374-6467
TDD: (816) 374-6461

Geographic area(s) served: Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, and Nebraska

Office for Civil Rights, Denver Enforcement Office
U.S. Department of Education
Federal Bldg., 1244 Speer Boulevard, Suite 300, 08-7010
Denver, CO 80204-3582

Tel: (303) 844-4480
Fax: (303) 844-4303
TDD: (303) 844-3417

Geographic area(s) served: Colorado, Montana, North Dakota,
South Dakota, Utah, and Wyoming

Office for Civil Rights, San Francisco Enforcement Office
U.S. Department of Education
Old Federal Building, Room 239, 09-8010
50 United Nations Plaza
San Francisco, CA 94102-4102

Tel: (415) 437-7000
Fax: (415) 556-6770
TDD: (415) 556-6806

Geographic area(s) served: Arizona and California

Ofice for Civil Rights, Seattle Enforcement Office
U.S. Department of Education
915 2nd Avenue, Room 3310, 10-9010
Seattle, WA 98174-1099

Tel: (206) 220-7880
Fax: (206) 220-7887
TDD: (206) 220-7907

Geographic area(s) served: Alaska, Hawaii, Idaho, Nevada,
Oregon, Washington, American Samoa, Guam, and the U.S. Trust
territories


DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES (HHS)
Office for Civil Rights (OCR)
Hubert H. Humphrey Building
200 Independence Avenue, SW, Room 509F
Washington, DC 20201

Dennis Hayashi, Director
Tel: (202) 619-0403
Fax: (202) 619-3818
TDD: 1 (800) 527-7697
Toll Free: 1 (800) 368-1019
Internet: http://www.os.dhhs.gov

OCR is responsible for ensuring equal opportunity and compliance
with laws prohibiting discrimination in the provision of health
and social services. It conducts compliance reviews and receives
and investigates complaints alleging discrimination based on
race, color, sex, national origin, age, or disability. In
addition, it conducts studies and surveys, conciliates,
publicizes findings, and provides training.

Geographic area(s) served: United States and territories
Type(s) of publications: Pamphlets and directories

Regional office(s):

HHS, Office for Civil Rights, Region I
Kennedy Federal Building, Room 1875
Boston, MA 02203

Tel: (617) 565-1340
Fax: (617) 565-1491
TDD: (617) 565-1343

Geographic area(s) served: Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts,
New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont

HHS, Office for Civil Rights, Region II
Javits Federal Building
26 Federal Plaza, Room 3312
New York, NY 10278

Tel: (212) 264-3313
Fax: (212) 264-3039
TDD: (212) 264-2355

Geographic area(s) served: New Jersey, New York, Puerto Rico,
and Virgin Islands

HHS, Office for Civil Rights, Region III
Gateway Building
3535 Market Street
Philadelphia, PA 19104

Tel: (215) 596-1262
Fax: (215) 596-4704
TDD: (215) 596-5195

Geographic area(s) served: Delaware, District of Columbia,
Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and West Virginia

HHS, Office for Civil Rights, Region IV
101 Marietta Street, NW, Suite 1504
Atlanta, GA 30323

Tel: (404) 331-2779
Fax: (404) 331-1807
TDD: (404) 242-2867

Geographic area(s) served: Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky,
Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee

HHS, Office for Civil Rights, Region V
105 W. Adams Street, 16th Floor
Chicago, IL 60603

Tel: (312) 886-2359
Fax: (312) 353-4144
TDD: (312) 353-5693

Geographic area(s) served: Illinois, Indiana, Michigan,
Minnesota, Ohio, and Wisconsin

HHS, Office for Civil Rights, Region VI
1200 Main Tower Building, Room 1360
Dallas, TX 75202

Tel: (214) 767-4056 or 1 (800) 368-1019
Fax: (214) 767-0432
TDD: (214) 767-8940

Geographic area(s) served: Arkansas, Louisiana, New Mexico,
Oklahoma, and Texas

HHS, Office for Civil Rights, Region VII
601 E. 12th Street, Room 248
Kansas City, MO 64106

Tel: (816) 426-7277
Fax: (816) 426-3535
TDD: (816) 426-7065

Geographic area(s) served: Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, and Nebraska

HHS, Office for Civil Rights, Region VIII
1961 Stout Street, Room 1185
Denver, CO 80294-3538

Tel: (303) 844-2024
Fax: (303) 844-4545
TDD: (303) 844-3439

Geographic area(s) served: Colorado, Montana, North Dakota,
South Dakota, Utah, and Wyoming

HHS, Office for Civil Rights, Region IX
50 United Nations Plaza, Room 322
San Francisco, CA 94102

Tel: (415) 556-8586
Fax: (415) 556-5165
TDD: (415) 556-8586

Geographic area(s) served: Arizona, California, Hawaii, and
Nevada

HHS, Office for Civil Rights, Region X
Mail Stop RX-11
2201 6th Avenue
Seattle, WA 98121

Tel: (206) 615-2290
Fax: (206) 615-2087
TDD: (206) 442-7486

Geographic area(s) served: Alaska, Idaho, Oregon, and Washington


DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT (HUD)
Office of Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity (FHEO)
451 7th Street, SW
Washington, DC 20410

Eva M. Plaza, Assistant Secretary
Tel: (202) 708-4252, ext. 102
Fax: (202) 708-0299
TDD: 1 (800) 927-9275
Toll Free: 1 (800) 669-9777 or 1 (800) 347-3735
Internet: http: //www.hud.gov

FHEO is responsible for the Department's Title VI enforcement
activities. HUD administers a number of federally assisted
programs aimed at both increasing the availability of housing
and promoting community economic development. In addition to the
civil rights statutes pertaining to HUD's federally assisted and
federally conducted programs, FHEO is responsible for enforcing
the fair housing laws and the Americans with Disabilities Act.
FHEO is concerned with discrimination based on race, color,
religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability. It seeks
conciliation, holds hearings, conducts studies, provides
testimony for litigation, and offers public education programs
and training and technical assistance.

Geographic area(s) served: United States and territories
Type(s) of publications: None

Regional office(s):

HUD, Office of Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity, Region I
Fair Housing Enforcement Center
New England Area Office
Thomas P. O'Neill Building 10, Causeway Street
Boston, MA 02222-1092

Tel: (617) 565-5304
Fax: (617) 565-7513
TDD: (617) 565-5453

Geographic area(s) served: Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts,
New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont

HUD, Office of Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity, Region II
Javits Federal Building
26 Federal Plaza
New York, NY 10278-0068

Tel: (212) 264-1291
Fax: (212) 264-9829

Geographic area(s) served: New Jersey and New York

HUD, Office of Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity, Region III
100 Penn Square East
6th Street and Walnut Street
Philadelphia, PA 19102-3380

Tel: (215) 656-0662
Fax: (215) 656-3433
TDD: (215) 656-3452

Geographic area(s) served: Delaware, District of Columbia,
Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and West Virginia

HUD, Office of Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity, Region IV
Russell Federal Building
75 Spring Street, SW
Atlanta, GA 30303-3388

Tel: (404) 331-5140
Fax: (404) 331-1021
TDD: (404) 730-2654

Geographic area(s) served: Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky,
Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and
Puerto Rico

HUD, Office of Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity, Region V
77 W. Jackson Boulevard
Chicago, IL 60604-3507

Tel: (312) 353-3303
Fax: (312) 886-2837
TDD: (312) 353-5944 / 1 (800) 927-9275

Geographic area(s) served: Illinois, Indiana, Michigan,
Minnesota, Ohio, and Wisconsin

HUD, Office of Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity, Region VI
1600 Throckmorton Street
P.O. Box 2905
Fort Worth, Texas 76113-2905

Tel: (817) 885-5491
Fax: (817) 885-6022
TDD: (817) 885-5447

Geographic area(s) served: Arkansas, Louisiana, New Mexico,
Oklahoma, and Texas

HUD, Office of Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity, Region VII
Gateway Tower II, 400 State Avenue
Kansas City, KS 66101-2506

Tel: (913) 551-6958
Fax: (913) 551-6856
TDD: (913) 551-6972

Geographic area(s) served: Kansas and Missouri

HUD, Office of Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity, Region VIII
First Interstate Tower North, 17th Street
Denver, CO 80202-3607

Tel: (303) 672-5434
Fax: (303) 672-5026
TDD: (303) 672-5248

Geographic area(s) served: Colorado, Montana, North Dakota,
South Dakota, Utah, and Wyoming

HUD, Office of Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity, Region IX
450 Golden Gate Avenue
Box 36003
San Francisco, CA 94102-3448

Tel: (415) 556-6826
Fax: (415) 556-0704
TDD: (415) 556-8357

Geographic area(s) served: Arizona, California, Hawaii, and
Nevada

HUD, Office of Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity, Region X
Seattle Federal Office Building, Suite 200
909 1st Avenue
Seattle, WA 98104-1000

Tel: (206) 220-5170
Fax: (206) 220-5447
TDD: (206) 220-5185

Geographic area(s) served: Alaska, Idaho, Oregon, and Washington


DEPARTMENT OF INTERIOR
Office for Equal Opportunity (OEO)
1849 C Street, NW, Room 5216
Washington, DC 20240

E. Melodee Stith, Director
Tel: (202) 208-5693
Fax: (202) 219-2184
TDD: None
Toll Free: 1 (800) 424-5081
Internet: http: //www.usgs.doi.gov

OEO is responsible for enforcing Title VI of the Civil Rights
Act of 1964 in the Department of Interior's federally assisted
programs and activities. OEO is also responsible for enforcing
other Federal civil rights laws that prohibit discrimination in
the Department's federally assisted and federally conducted
programs. It also is responsible for ensuring compliance with
equal employment opportunity within the Department and for
ensuring compliance with Title II of the Americans with
Disabilities Act of 1990.

Geographic area(s) served: United States and territories
Type(s) of publications: None
Regional office(s): None


DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE (DOJ)
Civil Rights Division (CRD)
10th Street and Constitution Avenue, NW, Room 5643
Washington, DC 20530

William Lann Lee, Acting Assistant Attorney General
Tel: (202) 514-2151
Fax: (202) 307-1379
TDD: (202) 514-0716
Toll Free: None
Internet: http: //www.usdoj.gov

CRD is the primary entity, among six agencies within the Federal
Government, responsible for enforcing Federal statutes
prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex,
disability, religion, or national origin. CRD's jurisdiction
extends to the enforcement of civil rights in education,
housing, places of public accommodations, and voting. CRD also
coordinates the enforcement activities of other Federal
agencies.

Geographic area(s) served: United States and territories
Type(s) of publications: Brochures
Regional office(s): None


DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE
Community Relations Service (CRS)
600 E Street, NW, Room 200
Washington, DC 20530

Rose M. Ochi, Director
Tel: (202) 305-2935
Fax: (202) 305-3009
TDD:None
Toll Free: None
Internet: http: //www.usdoj.gov/offices/crs.html

The Service assists and aids communities in resolving civil
rights disputes, conflicts, or difficulties related to race,
color, or national origin. Areas of concern include employment,
education, housing, and the administration of justice. In
addition to receiving and investigating complaints, the Service
seeks conciliation, conducts public education programs,
publicizes its findings, and offers training and technical
assistance.

Geographic area(s) served: United States and territories
Type(s) of publications: Annual reports

Regional office(s):

Department of Justice, Community Relations Service
Region I - New England
99 Summer Street, Suite 1820
Boston, MA 02110

Tel: (617) 424-5717
Fax: (617) 424-5727

Geographic area(s) served: Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts,
New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont

Department of Justice, Community Relations Service
Region II - Northeast
26 Federal Plaza, Room 3402
New York, NY 10278

Tel: (212) 264-0700
Fax: (212) 264-2143

Geographic area(s) served: New Jersey, New York, Puerto Rico,
and Virgin Islands

Department of Justice, Community Relations Service
Region III - Mid-Atlantic
2nd and Chestnut Streets, Room 208
Philadelphia, PA 19106

Tel: (215) 597-2344
Fax: (215) 597-9148

Geographic area(s) served: Delaware, District of Columbia,
Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and West Virginia

Department of Justice, Community Relations Service
Region IV - Southeast
75 Piedmont Avenue, NE, Room 900
Atlanta, GA 30303

Tel: (404) 331-6883
Fax: (404) 331-4471

Geographic area(s) served: Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky,
Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee

Department of Justice, Community Relations Service
Region V - Mid-West
55 W. Monroe Street, Suite 420
Chicago, IL 60603

Tel: (312) 353-4391
Fax: (312) 353-4390

Geographic area(s) served: Illinois, Indiana, Michigan,
Minnesota, Ohio, and Wisconsin

Department of Justice, Community Relations Service
Region VI - Southwest
1420 W. Mockingbird Lane, Suite 250
Dallas, TX 75247

Tel: (214) 655-8175
Fax: (214) 655-8184

Geographic area(s) served: Arkansas, Louisiana, New Mexico,
Oklahoma, and Texas

Department of Justice, Community Relations Service
Region VII - Central
323 W. 8th Street, Suite 301
Kansas City, MO 64105

Tel: (816) 374-6522
Fax: (816) 374-6530

Geographic area(s) served: Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, and Nebraska

Department of Justice, Community Relations Service
Region VIII - Rocky Mountain
1244 Speer Boulevard, Room 650
Denver, CO 80204-3584

Tel: (303) 844-2973
Fax: (303) 844-2907

Geographic area(s) served: Colorado, Montana, North Dakota,
South Dakota, Utah, and Wyoming

Department of Justice, Community Relations Service
Region IX - Western
33 New Montgomery Street, Suite 1840
San Francisco, CA 94105

Tel: (415) 744-6565
Fax: (415) 744-6590

Geographic area(s) served: Arizona, California, Hawaii, Nevada,
and Guam

Department of Justice, Community Relations Service
Region X - Northwest
915 2nd Avenue, Room 1898
Seattle, WA 98174

Tel: (206) 220-6700
Fax: (206) 220-6706

Geographic area(s) served: Alaska, Idaho, Oregon, and Washington


DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE
Office for Justice Programs
Office for Civil Rights
633 Indiana Avenue, NW, Room 546
Washington, DC 20530

Inez Alfonzo-Lasso, Director
Tel: (202) 307-0690
Fax: (202) 616-9865
TDD: None
Toll Free: None
Internet: http: //www.ojp.usdoj.gov
e-mail: Webmaster@ojp.usdoj.gov

OCR is responsible for monitoring the civil rights compliance by
recipients of financial assistance from the Office of Justice
Programs and its bureaus and offices (i.e., Bureau of Justice
Assistance, Bureau of Justice Statistics, National Institute of
Justice, Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention,
Office for Victims of Crime). OCR reviews equal employment
opportunity plans submitted by grantees and provides technical
assistance to the grantees. OCR also conducts compliance reviews
and onsite complaint investigations, as well as conducting
negotiations to secure voluntary compliance.

Geographic area(s) served: United States and territories
Type(s) of publications: None
Regional office(s): None


DEPARTMENT OF LABOR
Office of Administration and Management (OAM)
Civil Rights Center (CRC)
200 Constitution Avenue, NW, Room N4123
Washington, DC 20210

Annabelle T. Lockhart, Director
Tel: (202) 219-8927
Fax: (202) 219-5658
TDD: None
Toll Free: 1 (800) 347-3756
Internet: http: //www.dol.gov

CRC is the Department of Labor office responsible for
enforcement of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. CRC is
responsible for both the Department's external and internal
civil rights enforcement programs. CRC also carries out the
Department's responsibilities as a designated agency under the
Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. It monitors compliance
and provides technical assistance to recipients of Federal
assistance.

Geographic area(s) served: United States and territories
Type(s) of publications: None
Regional office(s): None


DEPARTMENT OF LABOR
Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP)
200 Constitution Avenue, NW, Room C3325
Washington, DC 20210

Shirley J, Wilcher, Deputy Assistant Secretary
Tel: (202) 219-9475
Fax: (202) 219-6195
TDD: (202) 219-7090
Toll Free: None
Internet: http:www.dol.gov

The OFCCP administers laws that prohibit discrimination based on
race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or
veteran status. The programs require nondiscrimination and
affirmative action in employment by Federal contractors and
subcontractors. The OFCCP's activities include conducting
compliance reviews of Federal contractors and subcontractors,
receiving and investigating complaints, publicizing findings,
litigating cases, and providing compliance assistance to Federal
contractors.

Geographic area(s) served: United States and territories
Type(s) of publications: Manuals and reports

Regional office(s):

Department of Labor
Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs
Boston Regional Office
One Congress Street, 11th Floor
Boston, MA 02114

Tel: (617) 565-2055
Fax: (617) 565-4827

Geographic area(s) served: Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts,
New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont

Department of Labor
Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs
New York Regional Office
201 Varick Street, Room 750
New York, NY 10014-4811

Tel: (212) 337-2007
Fax: (212) 620-3693

Geographic area(s) served: New Jersey, New York, Puerto Rico,
and Virgin Islands

Department of Labor
Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs
Philadelphia Regional Office
Gateway Building
3535 Market Street, Room 15430
Philadelphia, PA 19104

Tel: (215) 596-6168
Fax: (215) 596-5037

Geographic area(s) served: Delaware, District of Columbia,
Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and West Virginia

Department of Labor
Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs
Atlanta Regional Office
1375 Peachtree Street, NE, Suite 678
Atlanta, GA 30367

Tel: (404) 347-3200
Fax: (404) 347-1684

Geographic area(s) served: Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky,
Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee

Department of Labor
Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs
Chicago Regional Office
230 S. Dearborn Street, Suite 570
Chicago, IL 60604

Tel: (312) 353-0335
Fax: (312) 353-2813
TDD: (312) 353-2158

Geographic area(s) served: Illinois, Indiana, Michigan,
Minnesota, Ohio, and Wisconsin

Department of Labor
Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs
Dallas Regional Office
A. Maceo Smith Federal Building
525 Griffin Street, Room 840
Dallas, TX 75202

Tel: (214) 767-2804
Fax: (214) 767-2149

Geographic area(s) served: Arkansas, Louisiana, New Mexico,
Oklahoma, and Texas

Department of Labor
Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs
Kansas City Regional Office
Gumbel Building
801 Walnut Street, Room 200
Kansas City, MO 64106

Tel: (816) 374-6174
Fax: (816) 374-6178

Geographic area(s) served: Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, and Nebraska

Department of Labor
Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs
Denver Regional Office
1801 California Street, Suite 935
Denver, CO 80202-2614

Tel: (303) 391-6082
Fax: (303) 391-6085

Geographic area(s) served: Colorado, Montana, North Dakota,
South Dakota, Utah, and Wyoming

Department of Labor
Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs
San Francisco Regional Office
71 Stevenson Street, Suite 1700
San Francisco, CA 94105

Tel: (415) 744-6600
Fax: (415) 744-5416

Geographic area(s) served: Arizona, California, Hawaii, Nevada,
and Guam

Department of Labor
Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs
Seattle Regional Office
1111 3rd Avenue, Suite 755
Seattle, WA 98101-3212

Tel: (206) 553-4508
Fax: (206) 553-2694

Geographic area(s) served: Alaska, Idaho, Oregon, and Washington


DEPARTMENT OF STATE
Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor
2201 C Street, NW, Room 7802
Washington, DC 20520

John Shattuck, Assistant Secretary
Tel: (202) 647-2126
Fax: (202) 647-5283
TDD: None
Toll Free: None
Homepage: http://www.dos.gov
Internet: http: //www.dosfan.lib.uic.edu/dosfan.html

The Bureau is responsible for promoting observance of human
rights as a fundamental United States foreign policy objective.
It gathers detailed information on the respect for and violation
of human rights around the world, and through the Assistant
Secretary, makes recommendations to the Secretary of State on
these situations. It is also responsible for preparing and
submitting to Congress annual reports on the human rights
practices of all United Nations member countries.

Geographic area(s) served: International
Type(s) of publications: Annual reports
Regional office(s): None


DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)
Office of Civil Rights (OCR)
400 7th Street, SW, Room 10215
Washington, DC 20590

Ronald Stroman, Director
Tel: (202) 366-4648
Fax: (202) 366-9371
TDD: None
Toll Free: 1 (800) 424-9071
Internet: http: //www.dot.gov

OCR coordinates DOT's civil rights enforcement efforts, which
are decentralized. OCR is responsible for providing policy
guidance on civil rights matters to the modal administrations
(i.e., Federal Aviation Administration, Federal Highway
Administration, Federal Railroad Administration, Federal Transit
Administration, Maritime Administration, National Highway
Traffic Safety Administration, Research and Special Programs
Administration, and U.S. Coast Guard). OCR performs activities
to ensure DOT's federally assisted and conducted programs are
operated in compliance with civil rights statutes. OCR evaluates
the performance of the modal administrations in the areas of
civil rights and conducts all stages of the formal internal
discrimination complaint process.

Geographic area(s) served: United States and territories
Type(s) of publications: Manuals
Regional office(s): None


DEPARTMENT OF TREASURY
Office of Thrift Supervision (OTS)
Compliance Policy
1700 G Street, NW, 6th Floor
Washington, DC 20552

Timothy Burniston
Assistant Director for Compliance Policy
Tel: (202) 906-5629 / 1 (800) 842-6929
Fax: (202) 905-7746
TDD: None
Toll Free: 1 (800) 842-6929
Internet: http: //www.ustreas.gov

OTS supervises and examines savings and loan institutions to
assure their compliance with civil rights legislation regarding
their lending practices. OTS investigates complaints, conducts
public education programs, and provides training and technical
assistance. OTS is concerned with discrimination based on race,
color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability.

Geographic area(s) served: United States and territories
Type(s) of publications: Pamphlets
Regional office(s): None


DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS
EEO/Civil Rights Office
810 Vermont Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20420

Gerald K. Hinch, Deputy Assistant Secretary
Tel: (202) 482-6701
Fax: (202) 482-6760
TDD: (202) 482-6720
Toll Free: 1 (800) 488-8244
Internet: http: //www.va.gov

The Office provides staff support to the Undersecretary for
Health, Regional Directors, and other senior officials in the
areas of equal employment opportunity and civil rights.
Responsibilities include managing national programs such as
affirmative employment, handling discrimination complaints,
training for managers and supervisors, the prevention of sexual
harassment, cultural diversity training, those for historically
black colleges and universities, Hispanic-serving institutions,
and developing and implementing agency EEO policy.

Geographic area(s) served: United States and territories
Type(s) of publications: Employee training materials

Regional office(s):

Department of Veterans Affairs, Region I
Eastern Regional EEO Manager
849 International Drive, Suite 275
Lithicum, MD 21090

Tel: (410) 691-6340

Department of Veterans Affairs, Region II
Central Regional EEO Manager
P.O. Box 134002
Ann Arbor, MI 48113-4002

Tel: (313) 930-5940

Department of Veterans Affairs, Region III
Southern Regional EEO Manager
1461 Lakeover Road
Jackson, MS 39213

Tel: (601) 364-7951

Department of Veterans Affairs, Region IV
Western Regional EEO Manager
301 Howard Street, Suite 700
San Francisco, CA 94105

Tel: (415) 744-6246


ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (EPA)
Office of Civil Rights (OCR)
401 M Street, SW, Room W206A
Washington, DC 20460

Rafael DeLeon, Acting Director
Tel: (202) 260-9636
Fax: (202) 260-4580
TDD: (202) 260-4565
Toll Free: 1 (800) 424-9346
Internet: http: //www.epa.gov

OCR is primarily responsible for EPA's enforcement of Title VI
of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. It also coordinates the Office
of the Administrator's environmental justice activities with
other EPA headquarters and regional offices through
participation in a variety of work groups. OCR staff serve as
members of the National Environmental Justice Advisory Council's
coordinating committee. In addition to enforcing civil rights
statutes pertaining to EPA's federally assisted and federally
conducted programs, OCR is responsible for EPA's internal civil
rights activities, such as equal employment opportunity,
affirmative action, and special emphasis programs.

Geographic area(s) served: United States and territories
Type(s) of publications: None
Regional office(s): None


EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY COMMISSION (EEOC)
Office of Communications and Legislative Affairs
1801 L Street, NW, Room 9024
Washington, DC 20507

Paul Igasaki, Chairperson
William J. White, Jr., Acting Director
Tel: (202) 663-4900
Fax: (202) 663-4912
TDD: (202) 663-4494
Toll Free: 1 (800) 669-3362 or 1 (800) 669-4000
Internet: http://www.eeoc.gov

EEOC enforces Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, which
prohibits employment discrimination based on race, color,
religion, sex, or national origin; the Age Discrimination in
Employment Act; the Equal Pay Act; Title I of the Americans with
Disabilities Act, which prohibits employment discrimination
against people with disabilities in the private sector and State
and local governments; prohibitions against employment
discrimination affecting individuals with disabilities in the
Federal Government; and sections of the Civil Rights Act of
1991.

Geographic area(s) served: United States and territories
Type(s) of publications: News releases

Regional office(s):

EEOC, Albuquerque District Office
505 Marquette Street, NW, Suite 900
Albuquerque, NM 87102

Tel: (505) 766-1656
Fax: (505) 766-8664

Geographic area(s) served: New Mexico

EEOC, Atlanta District Office
Citizen Trust Bank Building
75 Piedmont Avenue, NE, Suite 1100
Atlanta, GA 30335

Tel: (404) 331-6408
Fax: (404) 331-4220

Geographic area(s) served: Georgia

EEOC, Baltimore District Office
10 S. Howard Street, 3rd Floor
Baltimore, MD 21201

Tel: (410) 962-3932
Fax: (410) 962-4270

Geographic area(s) served: Maryland and Virginia

EEOC, Birmingham District Office
1900 3rd Avenue, North
Birmingham, AL 35203-2397

Tel: (205) 731-0082
Fax: (205) 731-2101

Geographic area(s) served: Alabama and Mississippi

EEOC, Charlotte District Office
5500 Central Avenue
Charlotte, NC 28212

Tel: (704) 567-7100
Fax: (704) 567-7155

Geographic area(s) served: North Carolina and South Carolina

EEOC, Chicago District Office
500 W. Madison Street, Suite 2800
Chicago, IL 60661

Tel: (312) 353-2713
Fax: (312) 353-7355

Geographic area(s) served: Illinois (Northern)

EEOC, Cleveland District Office
Skylight Office Tower, Tower City
1660 W. 2nd Street, Suite 850
Cleveland, OH 44113-1454

Tel: (216) 522-2001
Fax: (216) 522-7395

Geographic area(s) served: Ohio

EEOC, Dallas District Office
207 S. Houston, 3rd Floor
Dallas, TX 75202-4726

Tel: (214) 655-3355
Fax: (214) 655-3443

Geographic area(s) served: Oklahoma and Texas (Northern)

EEOC, Denver District Office
303 E. 17th Avenue, Suite 510
Denver, CO 80203-9634

Tel: (303) 866-1300
Fax: (303) 866-1085

Geographic area(s) served: Colorado

EEOC, Detroit District Office
McNamara Federal Building
477 Michigan Avenue, Room 1540
Detroit, MI 48226

Tel: (313) 226-7636
Fax: (313) 226-2778

Geographic area(s) served: Michigan

EEOC, Houston District Office
Mickey Leland Federal Building
1919 Smith Street, 7th Floor
Houston, TX 77002

Tel: (713) 653-3320
Fax: (713) 653-3381
TDD: (713) 653-3367

Geographic area(s) served: Texas (Central)

EEOC, Indianapolis District Office
101 W. Ohio Street, Suite 1900
Indianapolis, IN 46204

Tel: (317) 226-7212
Fax: (317) 226-7953

Geographic area(s) served: Indiana and Kentucky

EEOC, Los Angeles District Office
Roybal Federal Building
255 E. Temple, 4th Floor
Los Angeles, CA 90012

Tel: (213) 894-1000
Fax: (213) 894-1118

Geographic area(s) served: California (Southern) and Nevada

EEOC, Memphis District Office
1407 Union Avenue, Suite 621
Memphis, TN 38104

Tel: (901) 722-2617
Fax: (901) 722-2602

Geographic area(s) served: Arkansas and Tennessee

EEOC, Miami District Office Office
One Biscayne Tower, Suite 2700
2 S. Biscayne Boulevard
Miami, FL 33131

Tel: (305) 536-4491
Fax: (305) 536-4011

Geographic area(s) served: Florida and Panama Canal Zone

EEOC, Milwaukee District Office
Henry S. Reuss Federal Plaza
310 W. Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 800
Milwaukee, WI 53203

Tel: (414) 297-1111
Fax: (414) 297-4133

Geographic area(s) served: Iowa, Minnesota, and Wisconsin

EEOC, New Orleans District Office
U.S. Postal Service Building
701 Loyola Avenue, Room 600
New Orleans, LA 70113

Tel: (504) 589-2329
Fax: (504) 589-6861

Geographic area(s) served: Louisiana

EEOC, New York District Office
7 World Trade Center, 18th Floor
New York, NY 10048-1102

Tel: (212) 748-8500
Fax: (212) 748-8464

Geographic area(s) served: Connecticut, Maine, New Hampshire,
New York, Rhode Island, Vermont, Puerto Rico, and Virgin Islands

EEOC, Philadelphia District Office
Federal Building, 1421 Cherry Street, 10th Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19102

Tel: (215) 656-7020
Fax: (215) 656-7113

Geographic area(s) served: Delaware, New Jersey, Pennsylvania,
and West Virginia

EEOC, Phoenix District Office
4520 N. Central Avenue, Suite 300
Phoenix, AZ 85012

Tel: (602) 640-5000
Fax: (602) 640-2489

Geographic area(s) served: Arizona and Utah

EEOC, St. Louis District Office
1222 Spruce, Suite 8.100
St. Louis, MO 63103

Tel: (314) 539-7800
Fax: (314) 539-7894

Geographic area(s) served: Illinois (Alexander, Bond, Calhoun,
Clinton, Greene, Jackson, Jersey, Macoupin, Madison, Monroe,
Perry, Pulaski, Randolph, St. Clair, Unica and Washington
Counties), Kansas, and Missouri

EEOC, San Francisco District Office
901 Market Street, Suite 500
San Francisco, CA 94103

Tel: (415) 535-5100
Fax: (415) 535-5126

Geographic area(s) served:, California (Northern), Hawaii,
American Samoa, Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands,
Guam, and Wake Island

EEOC, Seattle District Office
Federal Building
909 1st Avenue, Suite 400
Seattle, WA 98104-1061

Tel: (206) 220-6883
Fax: (206) 220-6911
TDD: (206) 220-6882

Geographic area(s) served: Arkansas, Idaho, Oregon, and
Washington

EEOC, Washington, DC, District Office
1400 L Street, NW, Suite 200
Washington, DC 20005

Tel: (202) 275-6365
Fax: (202) 275-6834

Geographic area(s) served: District of Columbia and Virginia
(Northern)


EXPORT-IMPORT BANK OF THE UNITED STATES (EXIMBANK)
811 Vermont Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20571

James A. Harmon, President and Chairman
Tel: (202) 565-3500
Fax: (202) 565-3380
TDD: (202) 565-3377
Toll Free: 1 (800) 565-EXIM (3946)
Internet: http: //www.exim.gov

The Export-Import Bank aids in financing and facilitating
exports and imports and exchanging commodities between the
United States or any of its territories or possessions, and any
foreign country or the agencies or nationals thereof. In the
area of civil rights, it fosters and encourages the financing of
projects by minority banks.

Geographic area(s) served: United States, territories and
International
Type(s) of publications: None
Regional office(s): None


FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION (FAA)
Office of Civil Rights (OCR)
800 Independence Avenue, SW, Suite 1030
Washington, DC 20591

Fanny Rivera, Assistant Administrator
Tel: (202) 267-3254
Fax: (202) 267-5565
TDD: (202) 267-9730
Toll Free: None
Internet: None

OCR has primary responsibility for enforcement of Title VI of
the Civil Rights Act of 1964 in the FAA. OCR also has
responsibility for enforcing other civil rights statutes
pertaining to federally assisted and federally conducted
programs; for conducting FAA's internal equal employment and
affirmative action programs and other civil rights activities;
and for administering the disadvantaged business program.

Geographic area(s) served: United States and territories
Type(s) of publications: Posters

Regional office(s):

FAA, Aeronautical Center (AMC-9)
Mike Monroney Aeronautical Center
P.O. Box 25082
Oklahoma City, OK 73125

Tel: (405) 954-5537
Fax: (405) 954-8018

FAA, ALASKA (AAL-9)
222 W. 7th Street, Room 14
Anchorage, AL 99513-7587

Tel: (907) 271-5291/92
Fax: (907) 271-4415

FAA, CENTRAL (ACE-9)
Federal Building, 601 E. 12th Street
Kansas, MO 64106

Tel: (816) 426-5006
Fax: (816) 426-2261

FAA, EASTERN (AEA-9)
JFK International Airport
Fitzgerald Federal Building
Jamaica, NY 11430

Tel: (718) 553-3290
Fax: (718) 995-5671

FAA, GREAT LAKES (AGL-9)
2300 Devon Avenue
Des Plaines, IL 60018

Tel: (847) 294-7237
Fax: (847) 294-7265

FAA, NEW ENGLAND (ANE-9)
12 New England Executive Park
Burlington, MA 01803

Tel: (617) 238-7060
Fax: (617) 238-7065

FAA, NORTHWEST MOUNTAIN (ANM-9)
1601 Lind Avenue, SW
Renton, WA 98055-4056

Tel: (206) 227-2009
Fax: (206) 227-1009

FAA, SOUTHERN (ASO-9)
1701 Columbia Avenue
College Park, GA 30337

Tel: (404) 305-5250
Fax: (404) 305-5258

FAA, SOUTHWEST (ASW-9)
2601 Meacham Boulevard
Ft. Worth, TX 76137-4298

Tel: (817) 222-5009
Fax: (817) 222-5947

FAA, WESTERN-PACIFIC (AWP-9)
15000 Aviation Boulevard
Lawndale, CA 90261

Tel: (310) 725-3943
Fax: (310) 536-8409

FAA, TECHNICAL CENTER (ACT-9)
Atlantic City International
Airport, NJ 08405

Tel: (609) 485-6675
Fax: (609) 485-5667


FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (FCC)
Office of Workplace Diversity
2000 M Street, NW, Room 250
Washington, DC 20554

Jack W. Gravely, Director
Tel: (202) 418-1799
Fax: (202) 418-0379
TDD: None
Toll Free: None
Internet: http: //www.fcc.gov

FCC regulates interstate and foreign communications by radio,
television, wire, cable, microwave, and satellite. The Office
refers members of the communications industry with civil rights
concerns to the appropriate authorities within FCC.

Geographic area(s) served: United States and territories
Type(s) of publications: Newsletter
Regional office(s): None


FEDERAL DEPOSIT INSURANCE CORPORATION (FDIC)
Division of Compliance and Consumer Affairs (DCA)
550 17th Street, NW
Washington, DC 20429

Carmen J. Sullivan, Director
Tel: (202) 942-3080
Fax: (202) 942-3429
TDD: (202) 942-3132
Toll Free: 1 (800) 934-3342
Internet: http: //www.fdic.gov

FDIC provides insurance coverage for commercial and mutual bank
deposits and serves as the Federal regulator of insured State
banks that are not members of the Federal Reserve System. The
Division receives and investigates civil rights complaints
related to all aspects of banking and credit. In addition, it
conducts studies, public education programs, and training and
technical assistance programs.

Geographic area(s) served: United States and territories
Type(s) of publications: Pamphlets
Regional office(s): None


FEDERAL MEDIATION AND CONCILIATION SERVICE
2100 K Street, NW, Room 900
Washington, DC 20427

John Calhoun Wells, Director
Tel: (202) 606-8100
Fax: (202) 606-4251
TDD: (202) 606-3690
Toll Free: None
Internet: None

The Service has no law enforcement authority. It assists
employers and labor organizations in settlement of disputes and
in prevention of such disputes.

Geographic area(s) served: United States and territories
Type(s) of publications: None
Regional office(s): None


FEDERAL RESERVE SYSTEM (FRS)
Consumer and Community Affairs Division
20th Street and Constitution Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20551-0001

Griffith L. Garwood, Director
Tel: (202) 452-2631
Fax: (202) 872-4995
TDD: None
Toll Free: None
Internet: gopher: //town.hall.org:70/11/other/fed/

FRS regulates the availability of money as part of its
responsibility for monetary policy. The Division is concerned
with discrimination in housing and credit based on race, color,
religion, sex, national origin, or age. Services offered include
conducting surveys and studies; receiving, initiating, and
investigating complaints; seeking court enforcement of orders;
holding hearings, conducting training and public education
programs; providing technical assistance; and publicizing
findings.

Geographic area(s) served: United States and territories
Type(s) of publications: Pamphlets and manuals
Regional office(s): None


FEDERAL TRADE COMMISSION (FTC)
Office of Public Affairs
6th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20580

Robert Pitofsky, Chairman
Victoria A. Streitfeld, Director
Tel: (202) 326-2718
Fax: (202) 326-2692
TDD: None
Toll Free: None
Internet: http://www.ftc.gov

FTC promotes policies to maintain strong competitive enterprise
within the United States economic system. It monitors trade
activities to prevent monopoly, unfair restraints, or deceptive
practices.

Geographic area(s) served: United States and territories
Type(s) of publications: None
Regional office(s): None


GENERAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATION (GSA)
Office of Equal Employment Opportunity
18th and F Streets, NW, Room 5127
Washington, DC 20405

James M. Taylor, Acting Associate Administrator
Tel: (202) 501-0767
Fax: (202) 219-3369
TDD: None
Toll Free: 1(800) 424-5210
Internet: http: //www.gsa.gov

GSA's Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 functions are:
develop EEO policy and technical guidance for the agency, manage
the nationwide investigation contract, oversee the precomplaint
counseling program and the alternative dispute resolution
program and ensure timely processing and program evaluations.
Acts as liaison with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
and Merit Systems Protection Board. Its nondiscrimination in the
Federal financial assistance program functions are: monitor
Methods of Administration reports from States, prepare
implementation plans, conduct onsite compliance reviews, conduct
outreach for State and general public, process complaints of
discrimination, and develop and coordinate delegation of
authority agreements with other Federal agencies.

Geographic area(s) served: United States and territories
Type(s) of publications: None
Regional office(s): None


IMMIGRATION AND NATURALIZATION SERVICE (INS)
425 I Street, NW, Room 7100
Washington, DC 20001

Doris M. Meissner, Commissioner
Tel: (202) 514-1900
Fax: (202) 514-3296
TDD: None
Toll Free: 1 (800) 755-0777
Internet: None

The Service administers immigration and naturalization laws
relating to the admission, exclusion, deportation, and
naturalization of aliens. INS is responsible for preventing
illegal entry into the United States, and investigates,
apprehends, and removes undocumented aliens.

Geographic area(s) served: United States and territories
Type(s) of publications: Newsletters and press releases
Regional office(s): None


INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE (IRS)
Equal Opportunity and Organization Management Division
1111 Constitution Avenue, NW, Room 2442, M:EO
Washington, DC 20224
Thelma Harris, Director
Tel: (202) 283-4960
Fax: (202) 622-6529
TDD: None
Toll Free: 1 (800) 829-1040
Internet: http: //www.irs.ustreas.gov

The Division is responsible for implementing service-wide EEO
and diversity policies for IRS. The Division advises the
Commissioner on EEO and diversity issues. It ensures that equal
opportunity is applied in hiring, promotions, etc. It monitors,
evaluates, and tracks the affirmative employment program and
implements, monitors, and tracks the diversity policy in the
agency.

Geographic area(s) served: United States and territories
Type(s) of publications: None
Regional office(s): None


LEGAL SERVICES CORPORATION (LSC)
750 1st Street, NE, 11th Floor
Washington, DC 20002-4250

John McKay, President
Tel: (202) 336-8800
Fax: (202) 336-8959
TDD: None
Toll Free: None
Internet: http: //www.lsc.gov

LSC makes grants to programs that provide civil legal assistance
to poor people. No legal assistance or advice is provided
directly by LSC.

Geographic area(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Annual report
Regional office(s): None


LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
101 Independence Avenue, SE
Washington, DC 20540

James H. Billington, Librarian of Congress
Tel: (202) 707-5205
Fax: (202) 707-1714
TDD: None
Toll Free: None
Internet: http: //www.loc.gov

The Library has responsibility for serving Congress. Its
Congressional Research Service functions exclusively for the
legislative branch of the Government. As the Library has
developed, its range of services has come to include the entire
governmental establishment, in all its branches, and the public
at large, so that it has become a national library for the
United States.

Geographic area(s) served: United States and territories
Type(s) of publications: None
Regional office(s): None


MERIT SYSTEMS PROTECTION BOARD (MSPB)
1120 Vermont Avenue, NW, Suite 800
Washington, DC 20419

Ben L. Erdreich, Chairman
Tel: (202) 653-7101
Fax: (202) 653-7130
TDD: None
Toll Free: 1 (800) 209-8960
Internet: http: //www.access.gpo.gov/mspb

Created in 1978 under the Civil Service Reform Act, the Board
protects the employment rights of Federal Government workers.
The Board serves four major functions: (1) hear employee
appeals; (2) conduct studies of personnel systems throughout the
Federal Government; (3) investigate accusations; and (4) review
Office of Personnel Management regulations.

Geographic area(s) served: United States and territories
Type(s) of publications: None
Regional office(s): None


NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION (NASA)
Office of Equal Opportunity Programs
300 E Street, SW
Washington, DC 20546

George E. Reese, Associate Administrator
for Equal Opportunity Programs

Tel: (202) 358-2167
Fax: (202) 358-4355
TDD: (202) 358-3748
Toll Free: 1 (800) 424-9183
Internet: http://www.hq.nasa.gov

The Office is responsible for developing, implementing, and
evaluating all NASA internal and external equal opportunity
programs. These programs seek to provide equal opportunity in
employment through ongoing affirmative employment and diversity
programs, through minority university research and education
programs, and by continually working to eradicate prohibited
discrimination in the workplace.

Geographic area(s) served: United States and territories
Type(s) of publications: None
Regional office(s): None


NATIONAL COUNCIL ON DISABILITY (NCD)
1331 F Street, NW, Suite 1050
Washington, DC 20004-1107

Marca Bristo, Chairperson
Tel: (202) 272-2004
Fax: (202) 272-2022
TDD: (202) 272-2074
Toll Free: None
Internet: http: //www.ncd.gov

NCD is an independent Federal agency making recommendations to
the President and Congress on issues affecting 49 million
Americans with disabilities and their families.

Geographic area(s) served: United States and territories
Type(s) of publications: Monthly newsletter, annual reports, and
various publications
Regional office(s): None


NATIONAL ENDOWMENT FOR THE ARTS
Civil Rights Office
1100 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20506

Kathryn Hygins, Acting Chairperson
Tel: (202) 682-5414
Fax: (202) 682-5617
TDD: (202) 682-5496
Toll Free: None
Internet: http: //www.arts.endow.gov

The Office is responsible for the initiation, development, and
implementation of the Endowment's internal and external civil
rights and equal opportunity functions.

Geographic area(s) served: United States and territories
Type(s) of publications: Directory, workbooks
Regional office(s): None


NATIONAL LABOR RELATIONS BOARD (NLRB)
Office of Equal Employment Opportunity
1099 14th Street, NW
Washington, DC 20570

Barbara T. Gainey, Director
Tel: (202) 273-3891
Fax: (202) 273-4473
TDD: None
Toll Free: 1 (800) 736-2983
Internet: http://cher.eda.gov/nlrb/homepg.html

NLRB has two principal functions: preventing and remedying
unfair labor practices by employers and labor organizations or
their agents, and conducting secret ballot elections among
employees in appropriate collective-bargaining units to
determine whether or not they desire to be represented by a
labor organization. The Office of Equal Employment Opportunity
is responsible for developing, administering, and evaluating the
Board's internal equal employment opportunity program.

Geographic area(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Pamphlets
Regional office(s): None


NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION (NSF)
Office of Equal Opportunity (OEO)
4201 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 1080
Arlington, VA 22230

Jean Riggs, Office Director/Coordinator
Tel: (703) 306-1003
Fax: (703) 306-0109
TDD: (703) 306-0090
Toll Free: None
Internet: http: //www.nsf.gov
e-mail: jriggs@nsf.gov

NSF monitors its grants and contracts to see that recipients and
contractors are in compliance with civil rights statutes and
Executive orders prohibiting discrimination based on race,
color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability. It
receives and investigates complaints, conciliates and seeks
court enforcement of orders. OEO conducts NSF's internal EEO
program, providing precomplaint counseling, complaint
resolution, employee training, etc.

Geographic area(s) served: United States and territories
Type(s) of publications: Newsletter, case studies
Regional office(s): None


OFFICE OF PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT (OPM)
Equal Employment Opportunity Division
1900 E Street, NW, Room 1469
Washington, DC 20415

Alicia O. McPhie, Division Chief
Tel: (202) 606-2460
Fax: (202) 606-1841
TDD: None
Toll Free: None
Internet: http://www.opm.gov

Created in 1978 along with the Merit Systems Protection Board as
the successors to the Civil Service Commission, OPM sets policy
for management, productivity, and effectiveness of employment
within the executive branch of the government. It also manages
Federal personnel activities, including recruitment, pay
comparability, and insurance programs. The Equal Employment
Opportunity Division provides overall direction to the agency's
EEO program. It provides advice and technical assistance, and
develops policies and procedures for carrying out program goals
and initiatives. The Division processes complaints of
discrimination and provides review and adjudication of
discrimination complaints.

Geographic area(s) served: United States and territories
Type(s) of publications: None

Regional office(s):

OPM, Atlanta Service Center
Richard B. Russell Federal Building
75 Spring Street, SW, Suite 940
Atlanta, GA 30303-3309

Tel: (404) 331-4588
Fax: (404) 331-1279

OPM, Chicago Service Center
John C. Kluczynski Federal Building
230 S. Dearborn Street, DBN 30-3
Chicago, IL 60604-1687

Tel: (312) 353-6234
Fax: (312) 353-6211

OPM, Dayton Service Center
U.S. Courthouse & Federal Building, Room 507
200 W. 2nd Street
Dayton, OH 45402-1430

Tel: (513) 225-2576
Fax: (513) 225-2583

OPM, Denver Service Center
12345 W. Alameda Parkway, Room 316
Denver, CO 80228
Mail address:
P.O. Box 25167
Denver, CO 80225-0001

Tel: (303) 969-6931
Fax: (303) 969-7046

OPM, Detroit Service Center
McNamara Federal Building
477 Michigan Avenue, Room 565
Detroit, MI 48226-2574

Tel: (313) 226-7522
Fax: (313) 226-3780

OPM, Honolulu Service Center
Prince Kalanianaole Federal Building
300 Ala Moana Boulevard, Box 50028
Honolulu, HI 96850-0001

Tel: (808) 541-2795
Fax: (808) 541-2788

OPM, Huntsville Service Center
520 Wynn Drive, N.W.
Huntsville, AL 35816-3426

Tel: (205) 837-1271
Fax: (205) 837-6071

OPM, Kansas City Service Center
Federal Building
601 E.12th Street, Room 131
Kansas City, MO 64106-2826

Tel: (816) 426-5705
Fax: (816) 426-5104

OPM, Norfolk Service Center
Nelson Federal Building
200 Granby Street, Room 500
Norfolk, VA 23510-1886

Tel: (804) 441-3373
Fax: (804) 441-6280

OPM, Philadelphia Service Center
Wm. J. Green, Jr., Federal Building
600 Arch Street, Room 3256
Philadelphia, PA 19106-0001

Tel: (215) 597-7671
Fax: (215) 597-8136

OPM, Raleigh Service Center
Somerset Park Building
4407 Bland Road, Suite 200
Raleigh, NC 27609-6296

Tel: (919) 790-2817
Fax: (919) 790-2824

OPM, San Antonio Service Center
8610 Broadway, Suite 305
San Antonio, TX 78217-0001

Tel: (210) 805-2423
Fax: (210) 805-2407

OPM, San Francisco Service Center
120 Howard Street, Room 735
San Francisco, CA 94105

Tel: (415) 281-7092
Fax: None

OPM, Seattle Service Center
Jackson Federal Building
700 5th Avenue, Suite 595090
Seattle, WA 98104-5012

Tel: (206) 553-0870
Fax: (206) 553-0880

OPM, Twin Cities Service Center
Bishop Whipple Federal Building
One Federal Drive, Room 503
Fort Snelling, MN 55111-4007

Tel: (612) 725-3437
Fax: (612) 725-3725


PEACE CORPS
American Diversity Program
1990 K Street, NW, Room 9400
Washington, DC 20526

Mabel Dobarro, Diversity and Equal Employment Opportunity Manager
Tel: (202) 606-3324
Fax: (202) 606-4458
TDD: None
Toll Free: 1 (800) 424-8580
Internet: http: //www.peacecorps.gov

The American Diversity Program manages Peace Corps' equal
opportunity programs. It provides guidelines and directives for
the implementation of equal opportunity throughout the Peace
Corps. The office is also responsible for the discrimination
complaints system for the Peace Corps. The office serves all
volunteers and employees, as well as applicants for volunteer
service and employment.

Geographic area(s) served: Worldwide
Type(s) of publications: None
Regional office(s): None


PRESIDENT'S COMMITTEE ON EMPLOYMENT OF PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES
1331 F Street, NW, Suite 300
Washington, DC 20004
Tony Coelho, Chairman

John Lancaster, Executive Director
Tel: (202) 376-6200
Fax: (202) 376-6250
TDD: None
Toll Free: None
Internet: http: //www.pcepd.gov

The President's Committee on Employment of People with
Disabilities is an independent Federal agency. The Chairman and
Vice Chairs are appointed by the President. The Committee's
mission is to facilitate the communication, coordination, and
promotion of public and private efforts to enhance the
employment of people with disabilities. The Committee provides
information, training, and technical assistance to America's
business leaders, organized labor, rehabilitation and service
providers, advocacy organizations, and families and individuals
with disabilities. The Committee reports to the President on the
progress and problems of maximizing employment opportunities for
people with disabilities.

Geographic area(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Various publications and ADA factsheets
Regional office(s): None


SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION (SEC)
Office of Equal Employment Opportunity
450 Fifth Street, NW
Washington, DC 20549

Deborah K. Balducchi, Office Director
Tel: (202) 942-0040
Fax: (202) 942-9547
TDD: None
Toll Free: 1 (800) 732-0330
Internet: http: //www/sec.gov

The Office has responsibility for the Commission's affirmative
employment program and EEO complaints process.

Geographic area(s) served: United States and territories
Type(s) of publications: Internal monthly newsletter
Regional office(s): None


SMALL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (SBA)
Office of Equal Employment Opportunity and Civil Rights
Compliance (OEEO & C)
409 3rd Street, SW, Room 6400
Washington, DC 20416

Erline M. Patrick, Assistant Administrator
Tel: (202) 205-6570
Fax: (202) 205-7580
TDD: (202) 205-7150
Toll Free: 1 (800) 827-5722
Internet: http: //www.sba.gov

OEEO & C has primary responsibility for enforcement of Title VI
of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 in the SBA. OEEO & C consists of
two offices: the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, which
oversees SBA's internal civil rights responsibilities such as
Title VII of the 1964 Act, and the Office of Civil Rights
Compliance, which has responsibility for SBA's external civil
rights activities, including Title VI enforcement.

Geographic area(s) served: United States and territories
Type(s) of publications: None

Regional office(s):

SBA, Region I - Boston
10 Causeway Street, Room 812
Boston, MA 02222

Tel: (617) 565-8415
Fax: (617) 565-8420

SBA, Region II - New York
26 Federal Plaza, Room 3108
New York, NY 10278

Tel: (212) 264-1450
Fax: (212) 264-0038

SBA, Region III - Philadelphia
475 Allendale Road, Suite 201
King of Prussia, PA 19406

Tel: (610) 962-3710
Fax: (610) 962-3743

SBA, Region IV - Atlanta
1375 Peachtree Street, NE, Room 500
Atlanta, GA 30367-8102

Tel: (404) 347-4999
Fax: (404) 347-2355

SBA, Region V - Chicago
Gateway IV Building
300 S. Riverside Plaza, Suite 1975 South
Chicago, IL 60606-6611

Tel: (312) 353-8089
Fax: (312) 353-3426

SBA, Region VI - Dallas
8625 King George Drive, Building C
Dallas, TX 75235-3391

Tel: (214) 767-7611
Fax: (214) 767-7870

SBA, Region VII - Kansas City
Lucas Place
323 W. Eighth Street, Suite 307
Kansas City, MO 64105

Tel: (816) 374-6380
Fax: (816) 374-6339

SBA, Region VIII - Denver
633 - 17th Street, 7th Floor
Denver, CO 80202

Tel: (303) 294-7186
Fax: (303) 294-7153

SBA, Region IX - San Francisco
71 Stevenson Street, 20th Floor
San Francisco, CA 94105

Tel: (415) 744-6404
Fax: None

SBA, Region X - Seattle
1200 Sixth Avenue, Suite 1805
Seattle, WA 98101-1128

Tel: (206) 553-5676
Fax: (206) 553-4155


SOCIAL SECURITY ADMINISTRATION (SSA)
Office of Civil Rights and Equal Opportunity (OCREO)
2200 West High Rise Building
6401 Security Boulevard
Baltimore, MD 21235

Miguel A. Torrado, Director
Tel: (410) 965-1977
Fax: (410) 966-0941
TDD: (410) 965-4362
Toll Free: None
Internet: http: //www.ssa.gov

OCREO has the specific responsibility for managing SSA's
affirmative employment program, processing and decision-making
on employee discrimination complaints, providing reasonable
accommodation for persons with disabilities, and administering
various cultural diversity and minority concerns programs.

Geographic area(s) served: United States and territories
Type(s) of publications: EEO handbooks

Regional office(s):

SSA, Region I
John F. Kennedy Federal Building
Government Center
Boston, MA 02203

Tel: (617) 565-2870
Fax: (617) 565-2143

Geographic area(s) served: Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts,
Rhode Island, and Vermont

SSA, Region II
Jacob K. Javitz Federal Building
26 Federal Plaza
New York, NY 10278

Tel: (212) 264-3915
Fax: (212) 264-6847

Geographic area(s) served: New Jersey, New York, Puerto Rico,
and Virgin Islands

SSA, Region III
300 Spring Garden Street.
Philadelphia, PA 19123
Mail address: P.O. Box 8788
Philadelphia, PA 19101-8788

Tel: (215) 597-5157
Fax: (215) 597-2827

Geographic area(s) served: Delaware, District of Columbia,
Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and West Virginia

SSA, Region IV
101 Marietta Street, Suite 1902
Atlanta, GA 30323

Tel: (404) 331-2475
Fax: (404) 730-3428

Geographic area(s) served: Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky,
Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee

SSA, Region V
Harold Washington Social Security Center
600 W. Madison Street
Chicago, IL 60661
Mail address: P.O. Box 8280
Chicago, IL 60680-8280

Tel: (312) 353-8277
Fax: (312) 886-4869

Geographic area(s) served: Illinois, Indiana, Michigan,
Minnesota, Ohio, and Wisconsin

SSA, Region VI
1200 Main Tower Building
Dallas, TX 75202

Tel: (214) 767-4197
Fax: (214) 767-4465

Geographic area(s) served: Arkansas, Louisiana, New Mexico,
Oklahoma, and Texas

SSA, Region VII
Federal Building
601 E. 12th Street, Room 436
Kansas City, MO 64106

Tel: (816) 426-6548
Fax: (816) 426-7853

Geographic area(s) served: Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, and Nebraska

SSA, Region VIII
Byron Rogers Federal Office Building
1961 Stout Street
Denver, CO 80294-3538

Tel: (303) 844-2388
Fax: (303) 844-6767

Geographic area(s) served: Colorado, Montana, North Dakota,
South Dakota, Utah, and Wyoming

SSA, Region IX
75 Hawthorne Street
San Francisco, CA 94105

Tel: (415) 744-4664
Fax: (415) 744-2839

Geographic area(s) served: Arizona, California, Hawaii, Nevada,
American Samoa, and Guam

SSA, Region X
Blanchard Plaza Building
2201 6th Avenue
Seattle, WA 98121

Tel: (206) 615-2000
Fax: (206) 615-2193

Geographic area(s) served: Alaska, Idaho, Oregon, and Washington


TENNESSEE VALLEY AUTHORITY (TVA)
Equal Employment Opportunity Compliance Office
400 Summit Hill Drive
Knoxville, TN 37902

Clarence B. Williams, Director
Tel: (423) 632-2515
Fax: (423) 632-2062
TDD: None
Toll Free: 1 (800) 323-3835
Internet: http://www.tva.gov

TVA monitors its federally assisted programs through studies and
surveys to see that they are in compliance with civil rights
legislation. The Office is concerned with discrimination based
on race, color, and national origin. Other services offered
include training, technical assistance, and public education
programs.

Geographic area(s) served:, Alabama, Georgia, Kentucky,
Mississippi, North Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia
Type(s) of publications: None
Regional office(s): None


UNITED STATES INFORMATION AGENCY
Office of Civil Rights
301 4th Street, SW
Washington, DC 20547

Hattie P. Baldwin, Director
Tel: (202) 619-5151
Fax: (202) 205-0406
TDD: None
Toll Free: None
Internet: http: //www.usia.gov
personel e-mail: hbaldvin@usia.gov

The Office carries out the policy of the agency to provide equal
opportunity in employment for all persons; to prohibit
discrimination and reprisal in employment because of race,
color, religion, sex (including sexual harassment), national
origin, age, mental or physical disability; and to promote equal
employment opportunity through a continuing affirmative
employment program.

Geographic area(s) served: United States and territories
Type(s) of publications: Pamphlets, quarterly newsletter, legal
or economic studies, etc.
Regional office(s): None

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ALABAMA

DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES
Civil Rights/Equal Employment Office
50 Ripley Street
Montgomery, AL 36130

Sylvester S. Smith, Sr., Director
Tel: (334) 242-1550
Fax: (334) 353-1491
TDD: (334) 242-0196 or 1-(800)-548-2547

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.

Geographic area(s) served: State of Alabama
Type(s) of publications: None

MOBILE HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION
350 Saint Joseph Street, Room 146
Mobile, AL 36602

Charles W. Porter, Executive Director
Tel: (334) 434-7786
Fax: None
TDD: None

The purpose of the Commission is to promote and encourage fair
treatment and equal opportunity for all persons; to promote
mutual respect and understanding; and to eliminate and reduce
discrimination.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Mobile
Type(s) of publications: Quarterly newsletter


ALASKA

ALASKA STATE COMMISSION FOR HUMAN RIGHTS
800 A Street, Suite 204
Anchorage, AK 99501-3669

Paula M. Haley, Director
Tel: (907) 276-7474
Fax: (907) 278-8588
TDD: (907) 276-3177

The Commision enforces the Alaska Human Rights statute which
makes it unlawful to discriminate: in employment, places of
public accommodation, housing, financing and credit, and
practices by the State. The Commission impartially investigates
complaints of discrimination and conciliates complaints or, when
it finds substantial evidence of discrimination, proceeds to
public hearings.

Geographic area(s) served: State of Alaska
Type(s) of publications: Annual report

ANCHORAGE EQUAL RIGHTS COMMISSION
620 E. 10th Avenue, Suite 204
Anchorage, AK 99501

Steven S. Holt, Executive Director
Tel: (907) 343-4342
Fax: (907) 276-4630
TDD: None

The Commission addresses issues of housing discrimination within
the municipality of Anchorage. The Commission is supported
exclusively by the City of Anchorage. While the Commission
conducts no formal outreach or education programs, it does
participate in housing seminars and real estate and landlord
association meetings. Staff will give talks upon request. The
Commission processes and investigates housing discrimination
complaints and keeps inquiry records. Most cases are based on
discrimination against blacks and Native Alaskans and are
successfully mediated.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Anchorage
Type(s) of publications: None


ARIZONA

ARIZONA CIVIL RIGHTS DIVISION
Office of the Arizona Attorney General
1275 W. Washington Street
Phoenix, AZ 85007-2926

David C. Bartlett, Chief Counsel
Tel: (602) 542-5263
Fax: (602) 542-1275
TDD: (602) 542-5002

The Division receives and investigates complaints of alleged
discrimination in employment, public accommodations, housing,
and voting rights, and also discrimination against disabled
individuals with respect to reasonable accommodation issues and
in the accessibility and provision of services by public
entities. The office conciliates cases, has subpoena power, and
conducts litigation.

Geographic area(s) served: State of Arizona
Type(s) of publications: None

CITY OF PHOENIX EQUAL OPPORTUNITY DEPARTMENT
Compliance & Enforcement Division
251 W. Washington, 7th Floor
Phoenix, AZ 85003

Lionel D. Lyons, Equal Opportunity Director
Tel: (602) 262-7486
Fax: (602) 495-0517
TDD: (602) 534-1557

The Department investigates and resolves complaints alleging
discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex,
national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital
status, and familial status; enforces antidiscrimination in
employment, housing, and public accommodations; and administers
the city's affirmative action program that ensures equal
opportunity in city employment and practices.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Phoenix
Type(s) of publications: Fair housing, ADA, and sexual
harassment brochures

CITY OF TUCSON EQUAL OPPORTUNITY OFFICE
110 E. Pennington
P.O. Box 27210
Tucson, AZ 85726

Sylvia Campoy, Director
Tel: (520) 791-4593
Fax: (520) 791-5140
TDD: None

The Office develops and implements affirmative action programs
for employment for minority- and women-owned businesses and
small businesses. It conducts educational programs on cultural
awareness, diversity, gender, disability, sexual orientation,
age, religion, etc. The Office also conducts conflict resolution
(mediation) sessions to resolve conflict based on bias, and
investigations into allegations of discrimination, both internal
and external.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Tucson for employment; Pima
County for business
Type(s) of publications: None

CIVIL RIGHTS DIVISION
Office of the Arizona Attorney General
400 W. Congress Street, Suite S-215
Tucson, AZ 85701-1367

David C. Bartlett, Chief Counsel
Tel: (520) 628-6500
Fax: (520) 628-6765
TDD: (520) 628-6872

The Division receives and investigates complaints of alleged
discrimination in employment, public accommodations, housing,
and voting rights, and also discrimination against disabled
individuals with respect to reasonable accommodation issues and
in the accessibility and provision of services by public
entities. The Division conciliates cases, has subpoena power,
and conducts litigation.

Geographic area(s) served: Southern and Southeastern Arizona
Type(s) of publications: None

TUCSON HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION
P.O. Box 27210
Tucson, AZ 85726

Dolores Fife, Chairperson
Tel: (520) 791-4615
Fax: (520) 791-5090
TDD: (520) 791-2639

The Commission sponsors or cosponsors events and activities that
promote racial and human rights harmony in Tucson. It advises
the Mayor and Council and city government entities on handling
of issues to improve and enhance the way of life for everybody.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Tucson
Type(s) of publications: None


CALIFORNIA

CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF FAIR EMPLOYMENT AND HOUSING (DFEH)
2014 T Street, Suite 210
Sacramento, CA 95814

Nancy Gutierrez, Director
Tel: (916) 227-2873
Fax: (916) 227-2870
TDD: (916) 227-2895

The Department has the mission of protecting and safeguarding
the rights of all persons to be free from unlawful
discrimination. The Department is the administering agency for
California's civil rights laws. These laws prohibit
discrimination in employment, housing, services, and public
accommodations on the basis of race, religious creed, color,
national origin, ancestry, medical condition, marital status,
sex, age, or physical disability, and denial of family care
leave.

Geographic area(s) served: State of California
Type(s) of publications: Directory of Human Rights

CALIFORNIA FAIR EMPLOYMENT & HOUSING COMMISSION
1390 Market Street, Suite 410
San Francisco, CA 94102

Lydia I. Beebe, Chair
Steven C. Owyang, Executive and Legal Affairs Secretary
Tel: (415) 557-2325
Fax: (415) 557-0855
TDD: None

The Commission endeavors to protect basic human and civil rights
of all individuals. The Commission provides administrative
adjudication, enforces housing regulations, and promotes civil
rights legislation. The Commission serves as a valuable
information resource and provides educational services that
inform local residents of their civil rights and the programs of
the Commission.

Geographic area(s) served: State of California
Type(s) of publications: None

CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF HUMAN RIGHTS ORGANIZATIONS (CAHRO)
C/O Office of Human Relations
70 W. Hedding Street, Lower Level West Wing
San Jose, CA 95110

James McEntee, President, Board of Directors
Tel: (408) 299-2206
Fax: (408) 297-2463
TDD: None

CAHRO (nonprofit) endeavors to promote full acceptance of all
persons; to protect basic human and civil rights; and, through
its networking, serve as a resource for information sharing,
research support, consultation and technical assistance, and
resolution of interethnic or intergroup conflict. It conducts an
annual training symposium.

Geographic area(s) served: State of California
Type(s) of publications: None

ALAMEDA COUNTY HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION
Social Services Agency
401 Broadway, 5th Floor
Oakland, CA 94607

(Vacant), Chairperson
Tel: (510) 268-1208
Fax: (510) 268-7366
TDD: (510) 834-9434

The Commission's mandate is to create an environment in which
all residents of the county may learn, work, and play in harmony
and may realize their highest potential unhampered by
discrimination based on race, ethnicity, religion, national
origin, immigrant status, gender, age, actual or perceived
sexual orientation, or mental or physical disabilities pursuant
to the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Geographic area(s) served: County of Alameda
Type(s) of publications: None

CITY OF FONTANA
P.O. Box 518
Fontana, CA 92335

Gregory C. Devereaux, City Manager
Tel: (909) 350-7654
Fax: (909) 350-6613
TDD: None

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. The city
recognizes that it is the diverse background, cultures, and
interest of its citizens that make it unique.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Fontana
Type(s) of publications: Quarterly, monthly, and semiannual
booklets

CONCORD HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION
1948 Colfax Street
Concord, CA 94520

Lou Callejas, Chair
Tel: (510) 671-3374
Fax: (510) 671-3449
TDD: (510) 671-3374

The Commission develops positive human relations through
education and efforts toward understanding and encourages and
promotes equal opportunity under the law. The Commission
promotes human and civil rights, respect of ethnic and cultural
differences, and the freedom of all persons from unlawful
discrimination and harassment under its local ordinance, State,
and Federal laws.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Concord
Type(s) of publications: None

CULVER CITY DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES
4117 Overland Avenue
Culver City, CA 90230

Syd Kronenthal, Director
Tel: (310) 253-6655
Fax: (310) 253-6666
TDD: None

The Department investigates complaints of human rights
violations. Members serve on the County Human Relations Mutual
Assistance Consortium. The Department provides staff to the
Human Services and Park Commission (human relations commission).

Geographic area(s) served: City of Culver
Type(s) of publications: None

DAVIS HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION
23 Russell Boulevard
Davis, CA 95616

Bill Ritter, Chair
Tel: (916) 757-5626
Fax: (916) 758-0204
TDD: (916) 757-5666

The aims of this Commission are to promote positive human
relations, protect and promote human and civil rights, and
eliminate prejudice and discrimination. The city's 1983 civil
rights ordinance prohibits discrimination against all federally
protected classes and on the basis of sexual orientation. The
Commission investigates complaints, reviews legislation, and
organizes conferences and education programs.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Davis
Type(s) of publications: None

EL CERRITO HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION
10890 San Pablo Avenue
El Cerrito, CA 94530

Becky Barnett Beane, Chair
Tel: (510) 215-4314
Fax: (510) 233-5401
TDD: None

The Commission, which is composed of seven volunteer members,
was founded to promote understanding and positive relations
among the citizens of El Cerrito. The city, which is fairly well
integrated, has a population of approximately 23,000, of which
10 percent is black and 25 percent Asian or Asian American. As
part of its agenda, the Commission evaluates and makes
recommendations regarding discrimination charges levied against
the city. The Commission has no budget.

Geographic area(s) served: City of El Cerrito
Type(s) of publications: None

FRESNO HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION (HRC)
City Manager's Office, City Hall
2600 Fresno Street
Fresno, CA 93721

W. Ray Johnson, Director of Community Service
Tel: (209) 498-1646
Fax: (209) 488-1015
TDD: None

The Commission promotes harmonious relations among the different
cultures and people of Fresno. The HRC monitors discrimination
and hate crimes, develops positive programs to address these
issues, mediates disputes, and celebrates cultural diversity.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Fresno
Type(s) of publications: None

HAYWARD HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION
25151 Clawiter Road
Hayward, CA 94545-2731

David Korth, Manager
Tel: (510) 293-5542
Fax: (510) 293-5039
TDD: None

Hayward's 1992 Anti-Discrimination Plan, which the Commission
was directed to implement, addresses three issues: illegal forms
of discrimination (against federally protected classes and on
the basis of sexual orientation), accessibility issues, and
discriminatory attitudes. The implementation of the plan
requires close collaboration with community groups and ethnic
organizations, particularly in the prompt reporting of
complaints.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Hayward
Type(s) of publications: None

LOS ANGELES COUNTY HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION
320 W. Temple Street, Suite 1184
Los Angeles, CA 90012

Ron K. Wakabayashi, Executive Director
Tel: (213) 974-7601
Fax: (213) 687-4251
TDD: None

The Commission promotes improved intergroup relations and works
to eliminate conflict, discrimination, and prejudice based on
race, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual
orientation, age, and disability.

Geographic area(s) served: Los Angeles County
Type(s) of publications: Informational publications

LOS ANGELES HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION
200 N. Main Street, Room 700
Los Angeles, CA 90012

Charles Wise, Executive Director
Tel: (213) 485-4495
Fax: (213) 485-4390
TDD: Pending

The Commission advises the Mayor and City Council about the
state of community relations and intergroup relations, including
emergency issues; investigates and reports on problems that
adversely affect the ability of people to live and work
together; promotes the reduction of community conflict and
tension; and creates programs that build respect, tolerance, and
skills in nonviolent problem solving.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Los Angeles
Type(s) of publications: Position papers, reports, and policy
studies

MODESTO HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION
P.O. Box 642
Modesto, CA 95353

Howard Mallory, Chair
Tel: (209) 577-5441
Fax: (209) 571-5128
TDD: None

The Commission was created under the Modesto Municipal Code with
the goals of fostering positive intergroup relations, working
toward the elimination of discrimination, and serving as a fair
housing clearinghouse for Stanislaus County. It has seven
members who meet monthly. In response to complaints of
discrimination, the Commission attempts to reach a settlement
through mediation. If mediation fails, the case is referred to
the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Modesto
Type(s) of publications: None

ORANGE COUNTY HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION
1300 S. Grand, Bldg. B
Santa Ana, CA 92705

Rusty Kennedy, Executive Director
Tel: (714) 567-7470
Fax: (714) 567-7474
TDD: None

The Commission strives to deal with intergroup tensions and
foster mutual understanding and respect among residents, to help
to eliminate prejudices, intolerances, and discrimination in
order to make Orange County a better place for all people to
live, work, and do business.

Geographic area(s) served: County of Orange
Type(s) of publications: Occasional newsletter

PALO ALTO HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION
Cubberley Community Center
4000 Middlefield Road, Room T2
Palo Alto, CA 94303

David Martin, Administrator, Office of Human Services
Tel: (415) 329-2639
Fax: (415) 856-8756
TDD: None

The Commission is established by the city charter to make
certain that equal opportunity and access is afforded to all
citizens. Two current ad-hoc committees include the Diversity
Network and a homeless advisory campaign.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Palo Alto
Type(s) of publications: None

PASADENA HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION
234 E. Colorado Boulevard
Pasadena, CA 91101

George Chapchan, Staff
Tel: (818) 405-4780
Fax: (818) 796-5766
TDD: None

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. A 1987 city ordinance prohibits
discrimination against the federally protected classes and on
the basis of sexual orientation. Consisting of 11 members, the
Commission makes recommendations to the City Council, although
it does not have any legal authority. The Commission
investigates complaints and refers cases to the California
Department of Fair Employment and Housing or the Equal
Opportunity Office.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Pasadena
Type(s) of publications: None

PITTSBURG COMMUNITY ADVISORY COMMISSION (CAC)
Human Relations Committee
340 Marina Boulevard
Pittsburg, CA 94565

Ross De Boie, President
Tel: (510) 439-4875
Fax: (510) 439-7654
TDD: (510) 427-7950

The Human Relations Committee advises the City Council on issues
that affect the quality of life, and pays special attention to
helping protect and promote the rights and needs of individuals
and groups in Pittsburg. Citizen concerns can be heard and acted
on by completing a Citizen Input form.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Pittsburg
Type(s) of publications: None

RICHMOND OFFICE OF CONTRACT COMPLIANCE
2600 Barrett Avenue
Richmond, CA 94804

(Vacant), Director
Tel: (510) 307-8017
Fax: (510) 620-6716
TDD: None

Through its Business Opportunity Program and ordinance, the City
of Richmond is committed to these basic goals: ensuring fair
treatment for all parties involved in city contracting;
increasing economic opportunities for small, local, and
minority- and women-owned businesses; and fostering the
formation and development of local business. The Office accepts
complaints of discrimination, conducts preliminary
investigations, and attempts mediation. If mediation fails, the
case is referred to the appropriate office.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Richmond
Type(s) of publications: Program handbook

RIVERSIDE HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION
3780 Market Street
Riverside, CA 92501

Louise Hayes, Chair
Tel: (909) 782-5709
Fax: (909) 782-5943
TDD: None

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.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Riverside
Type(s) of publications: None

SACRAMENTO HUMAN RIGHTS AND FAIR HOUSING COMMISSION
1121 I Street, Suite 250
Sacramento, CA 95814

Barbara Lehman, Executive Director
Tel: (916) 444-6903
Fax: (916) 444-6630
TDD: None

The Commission's goals are to receive and resolve citizens'
complaints of discrimination in the areas of housing,
employment, and public accommodations. The Commission also
facilitates programs aimed at providing equal housing
opportunities and community stability.

Geographic area(s) served: City and County of Sacramento
Type(s) of publications: Newsletter

SAN DIEGO HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION
1200 Third Avenue, Suite 916
San Diego, CA 92101

Ashley Walker, Director
Tel: (619) 236-6420
Fax: (619) 236-6423
TDD: None

The Commission advises the Mayor, City Council, and City Manager
on methods of assuring that all residents of the city have equal
access to economic, political, and educational opportunities;
equal access to accommodations in all businesses; and equal
service and protection from all public agencies. Under a city
ordinance, the Commission investigates complaints of
discrimination against the federally protected classes and those
based on sexual orientation and medical condition. In addition,
the Commission is responsible for creating programs and
educational materials that inform local residents of their civil
rights and the services of the Commission. The Commission
investigates complaints of discrimination and attempts
mediation; however, as it has no enforcement power, mediation
requires the voluntary participation of all parties.

Geographic area(s) served: City of San Diego
Type(s) of publications: None

SAN FRANCISCO HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
25 Van Ness Avenue, Suite 800
San Francisco, CA 94102-6033

Maravie Bamba, Director
Tel: (415) 252-2500
Fax: (415) 431-5764
TDD: (415) 252-4500

The Commission fights discrimination, under the Administrative
Code of the City of San Francisco barring discrimination and
encouraging positive race relations. In addition to the
federally protected classes, the code prohibits discrimination
on the basis of sexual orientation and AIDS and related medical
conditions. It also prohibits restrictions on the number of
occupants.

Geographic area(s) served: City of San Francisco
Type(s) of publications: None

SAN LUIS OBISPO HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION
1341 Nipomo
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

Trish Avery, Commission Chair
Tel: (805) 781-7300
Fax: (805) 781-7292
TDD: None

The Commission advises the City Council on social and human
services issues; administers grants in aid; and promotes human
rights awareness in the community through education.

Geographic area(s) served: City of San Luis Obispo
Type(s) of publications: None

SANTA BARBARA COUNTY HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION
105 E. Anapamu Street, Room 103A
Santa Barbara, CA 93101-2089

Sheridan Gerard, Director
Tel: (805) 568-2293
Fax: (805) 568-2249
TDD: None

The Commission was created to promote tolerance and
understanding among divergent groups throughout Santa Barbara
County. As it has no legal power, its function is solely
advisory. Currently, the Commission's focus is on diversity and
ethnicity in school curriculums.

Geographic area(s) served: County of Santa Barbara
Type(s) of publications: None


COLORADO

COLORADO CIVIL RIGHTS DIVISION COMMISSION
1560 Broadway, Room 1050
Denver, CO 80202-5143

Jack Lang Y Marquez, Director
Tel: (303) 894-2997
Fax: (303) 894-7830
TDD: (303) 894-7832

The Commission enforces Colorado's statutes that prohibit
discrimination in employment, housing, and public
accommodations. It does so through compliance (investigating
charges of discrimination) and outreach (conducting research
regarding discrimination and providing training in fair
employment, fair housing, sexual harassment, cultural diversity,
and disability sensitivity). It works with the U.S. Equal
Employment Opportunity Commission and the U.S. Department of
Housing and Urban Development in both compliance and outreach
efforts.

Geographic area(s) served: State of Colorado
Type(s) of publications: Brochures, reports, and posters

ADAMS COUNTY EQUAL OPPORTUNITY DEPARTMENT
450 S. 4th Avenue
Brighton, CO 80601

Margaret A. Papi, Equal Opportunity Director
Tel: (303) 654-6040
Fax: (303) 659-0577
TDD: (303) 654-6044

The mission of the Department is to maintain and disseminate
employment practices within Adams County Government in
accordance with all applicable Federal, State, and local civil
rights laws and regulations. The Department is also committed to
promote and maintain an atmosphere of equality of services and
employment throughout the county.

Geographic area(s) served: Adams County government
Type(s) of publications: None

AURORA COMMUNITY RELATIONS DIVISION
1470 South Havana, Suite 112
Aurora, CO 80012

Barbara Shannon-Banister, Chief
Tel: (303) 739-7580
Fax: (303) 739-7297
TDD: None

One of the duties of the Division is to serve as staff for the
Aurora Human Relations Commission. The Commission is mandated by
ordinance to investigate alleged incidents of discrimination in
housing, employment, and public accommodations, and initiate
referral to the appropriate enforcement agency when necessary.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Aurora
Type(s) of publications: Brochure

BOULDER OFFICE OF HUMAN RIGHTS
Department of Housing and Human Services
P.O. Box 791
Boulder, CO 80306

Susan Purdy, Executive Director
Tel: (303) 441-3140
Fax: (303) 441-4368
TDD: None

Boulder's antidiscrimination ordinance covers housing, public
accommodations, and employment. All services of the Office are
also available in Spanish. The Office accepts complaints of
discrimination and conducts followup investigations. If a
violation is found, the Office can seek legal remedies for the
damaged party. Mediation services are also available. Brochures
and speaking engagements are available upon request.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Boulder
Type(s) of publications: Brochures

DENVER AGENCY FOR HUMAN RIGHTS AND COMMUNITY RELATIONS
Anti-Discrimination Office
303 W. Colfax
Denver, CO 80204

Lawrence Borom, Executive Director
Tel: (303) 640-2621
Fax: (303) 640-4627
TDD: None

The Denver ordinance, covering the city of Denver, was first
passed in 1990. It prohibits discrimination on the basis of
sexual orientation, military status, and age (over 40) as well
as the federally protected classes. The office accepts
complaints of discrimination and then conducts investigations.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Denver
Type(s) of publications: None


CONNECTICUT

CONNECTICUT COMMISSION ON HUMAN RIGHTS AND OPPORTUNITY
90 Washington Street
Hartford, CT 06106

Louis Martin, Director
Tel: (203) 541-3400
Fax: (203) 246-5068
TDD: (203) 541-3459

The mission of the Commission is to eliminate discrimination
through civil and human rights law enforcement and to establish
equal opportunity and justice for all persons within the State
through advocacy and education.

Geographic area(s) served: State of Connecticut
Type(s) of publications: Quarterly newsletter

CONNECTICUT ASSOCIATION OF HUMAN RIGHTS (CAHR)
C/O CCHRO
21 Grant Street
Hartford, CT 06106

Monica Barrett, President
Tel: (860) 541-3400
Fax: (860) 246-5068
TDD: (860) 541-3459

CAHR is a network of human rights professionals and
representatives of local human rights commissions across the
State to share information, provide training, support local
activities, and encourage the development of human rights
commissions in all Connecticut municipalities.

Geographic area(s) served: State of Connecticut
Type(s) of publications: Newsletter

MIDDLETOWN HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION
Municipal Building
245 Dekoven Drive
Middletown, CT 06457

William Sneed, Jr., Director
Tel: (203) 344-3497
Fax: (203) 344-0136
TDD: (203) 344-8764

The Commission's goal is to foster mutual understanding and
respect among all racial, religious, ethnic, and other groups in
the community. The Director is the Affirmative Action Officer
and the Fair Housing Officer. The agency assists people in
informing them where to go for their particular problems-to the
correct agency or department that is supposed to help them. It
has no legal powers. But the agency can seek to resolve problems
by conciliation, persuasion, or conference. The office is a
two-person office, a director and a secretary. The Commission
has nine members and is independent of the office.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Middletown
Type(s) of publications: Social Services Guide

NEW BRITAIN HUMAN RIGHTS AND OPPORTUNITY COMMISSION
New Britain City Hall
27 W. Main Street, Room 208
New Britain, CT 06053

Brenda Simmons, Chairman
Tel: (806) 826-3410
Fax: (806) 223-7865
TDD: None

The Commission processes employment and housing discrimination
complaints. It serves as the Mayor's relocation office for
emergency displacements; provides hearings for the city welfare
office; assists with property storage when residents are
evicted; and provides referral services to residents on
everything from emergency shelter to obtaining assistance with
security deposits, utility payments, or pending eviction
mediation. It serves as the city's affirmative action office and
in that capacity monitors the human resources function within
the Civil Service Commission (i.e., Personnel Department). It
provides a variety of informational brochures to the public on
housing and employment matters. It also provides landlord and
tenant disputes resolution service.

Geographic area(s) served: City of New Britain
Type(s) of publications: Brochures

NEW HAVEN COMMISSION ON EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
200 Orange Street, Room 101
New Haven, CT 06510

John Cox, Director
Tel: (203) 946-8160
Fax: (203) 946-8164
TDD: None

The Commision was created by the equal opportunity ordinance.
The mission is to fight discrimination against all the federally
protected classes plus marital status and lawful source of
income. The Commission accepts complaints of discrimination and
holds a public hearing if probable cause is determined and
conciliation fails. Subpoenas can be issued and penalities
levied. The Director can file a complaint with the Commission if
she/he has reasonable cause to believe a discriminatory practice
is being or has been committed.

Geographic area(s) served: City of New Haven
Type(s) of publications: None

NORWALK HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION
125 East Avenue, Room 125
Norwalk, CT 06851

Sonja M. Devitt, Director
Tel: (203) 854-7989
Fax: (203) 854-7817
TDD: None

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.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Norwalk
Type(s) of publications: None


DELAWARE

DELAWARE DEPARTMENT OF LABOR
Office of Labor Law Enforcement
4425 N. Market Street
Wilmington, DE 19802

Susan S. Anders, Administrator
Tel: (302) 761-8200, ext.3
Fax: (302) 761-6601
TDD: None

The Office provides information and intake services for State
and/or Federal charges of discrimination in employment based on
age, race, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, or
disability. Charges within State jurisdiction, or dual State and
Federal jurisdiction, are investigated by the Office.

Geographic area(s) served: State of Delaware
Type(s) of publications: None

DELAWARE DIVISION OF HUMAN RELATIONS
820 N. French Street, 4th Floor
Wilmington, DE 19801

Juana Fuentes, Director
Tel: (302) 577-3485
Fax: (302) 577-3486
TDD: None

The Division's mission is to assure equal opportunity for all
people of Delaware by protecting against practices that
discriminate based on race, color, age, sex, religion, marital
status, familial status, national origin, or disability. The
Division is also mandated to promote amicable relationships
among the various racial, ethnic, religious, gender, age,
social, and cultural groups within the State.

Geographic area(s) served: State of Delaware
Type(s) of publications: None


DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA

DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RIGHTS & MINORITY BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
One Judiciary Square
441 4th Street, NW, Suite 970 N.
Washington, DC 20001

Gerald H. Draper, Director
Tel: (202) 724-1385
Fax: (202) 724-8786
TDD: None

The Department investigates complaints of discrimination in
employment, housing, public accommodations, and educational
institutions in the private and public sector. It also certifies
minority-owned and minority-controlled businesses to ensure fair
and equitable business opportunities for minority business
enterprises in contracts by the District government.

Geographic area(s) served: Washington, DC
Type(s) of publications: None


FLORIDA

FLORIDA COMMISSION ON HUMAN RELATIONS
325 John Knox Road, Bldg. F, Suite 240
Tallahassee, FL 32303-4149

Ronald McElrath, Executive Director
Tel: (904) 488-7082
Fax: (904) 488-5291
TDD: 1 (800) 342-8170

The Commission investigates complaints of discrimination brought
under the Florida Civil Rights Act of 1992 and Florida's Fair
Housing Act. In addition, the Commission seeks to provide
technical assistance to local commissions on human relations and
to others requesting such assistance, to facilitate progress in
human relations.

Geographic area(s) served: State of Florida
Type(s) of publications: Annual report

ALACHUA COUNTY GOVERNMENT EQUALOPPORTUNITY DIVISION
P.O. Box 1467
Gainesville, FL 32602

Ida R. Reynolds, Director
Tel: (352) 374-5275
Fax: (352) 338-3205
TDD: (352) 374-5284

The Division administers and enforces a local
anti-discrimination ordinance, which prohibits discrimination
based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, marital
status, age, or disability in connection with employment,
housing, and public accommodation. The ordinance authorizes the
Director to conduct investigations, conciliate, make
determinations, and/or recommend civil action.

Geographic area(s) served: Alachua County
Type(s) of publications: None

DADE COUNTY EQUAL OPPORTUNITY BOARD
111 NW 1st Street, Suite 650
Miami, FL 33128-1965

Marcos Regalado, Director
Tel: (305) 375-5272
Fax: (305) 375-5715
TDD: None

The Board enforces the Dade County Code, Chapter 11A, as
amended, which prohibits discrimination in employment, public
accommodations, credit and financing practices, and housing on
the basis of race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin,
sex, pregnancy, age, disability, marital status, or familial
status. It also investigates complaints involving the county
family leave ordinance.

Geographic area(s) served: Dade County
Type(s) of publications: None

ESCAMBIA-PENSACOLA HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION
29 S. Spring Street
Pensacola, FL 32501

Eugene L. Brown, Executive Director
Tel: (904) 434-2431
Fax: (904) 434-2434
TDD: (904) 434-2434

The Commission receives, investigates, and holds hearings on
complaints alleging discrimination in Escambia County on the
grounds of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, or
physical handicap and makes recommendations to the parties to
eliminate any such discrimination in employment and housing. The
Commission also serves as an informal public accommodation
facilitator.

Geographic area(s) served: Escambia County and the City of
Pensacola
Type(s) of publications: Annual report

JACKSONVILLE COMMUNITY RELATIONS COMMISSION
Equal Opportunity Commission
421 W. Church Street, Suite 705
Jacksonville, FL 32202

Charlene Taylor Hill, Executive Director
Tel: (904) 630-4911
Fax: (904) 630-4948
TDD: (904) 630-4933

The Community Relations Commission promotes and encourages fair
treatment and equal opportunity for all persons. The Commission
has the power to investigate, hold hearings, and conciliate or
enforce equal employment and fair housing laws.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Jacksonville and Duval County
Type(s) of publications: Annual report

METRO-DADE DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY AFFAIRS
111 NW 1st Street, Suite 620
Miami, FL 33128

Ari A. Sosa, Director
Tel: (305) 375-5730
Fax: (305) 375-5715
TDD: None

The mission of the Department is to serve as an advocate for
minorities and women while fostering mutual understanding,
respect, and tolerance among all groups. The Department
investigates complaints regarding discrimination in housing and
employment.

Geographic area(s) served: Dade County
Type(s) of publications: Monthly newsletter

MIAMI COMMISSION ON THE STATUS OF WOMEN
2600 Bayshore Drive
Miami, FL 33133

Elizabeth H. Kaynor, Coordinator
Pola Reydburnd, Chair
Tel: (305) 579-3473
Fax: (305) 578-3447
TDD: None

The Commission on the Status of Women has 25 volunteer members
appointed by the City Commission. It acts in an advisory
capacity in all matters pertaining to the status of women,
including, but not limited to discrimination, gender equity,
education, employment, safety and health, children, day care and
family issues. 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.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Miami
Type(s) of publications: None

PINELLAS COUNTY OFFICE OF HUMAN RIGHTS
400 S. Ft. Harrison Avenue, Suite 300
Clearwater, FL 34616

Leon W. Russell, Human Rights/EEO Officer
Tel: (813) 464-4880
Fax: (813) 464-4157
TDD: (813) 464-4062

The Office enforces the county's human rights ordinance
prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex,
national origin, age, familial status, or disability (physical
or mental) in employment, housing, and public accommodations.

Geographic area(s) served: Pinellas County
Type(s) of publications: None

ST. PETERSBURG HUMAN RELATIONS DEPARTMENT
P.O. Box 2842
St. Petersburg, FL 33731

Jim Yates, Director
Tel: (813) 893-7345
Fax: (813) 892-5064
TDD: None

The City of St. Petersburg's human rights enforcement agency
enforces a city ordinance covering employment, housing, and
public accommodations. It administers the city's minority
business enterprise program and enforces the Americans with
Disabilities Act. The agency also contracts with the U.S.
Department of Housing and Urban Development, the U.S. Equal
Employment Opportunity Commission, and Pinellas County to
process civil rights complaints.

Geographic area(s) served: City of St. Petersburg and south half
of Pinellas County
Type(s) of publications: None

TAMPA OFFICE OF HUMAN RIGHTS
712 W. Ross Avenue
Tampa, FL 33602

Bobby Bowden, Director
Tel: (813) 274-8241
Fax: (813) 274-7207
TDD: None

The Office investigates charges of discrimination in employment,
housing, and public accommodations and processes citizens
complaints within the city of Tampa.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Tampa
Type(s) of publications: Annual report


GEORGIA

GEORGIA COMMISSION ON EQUAL OPPORTUNITY (CEO)
710 Cain Tower
229 Peachtree Street
Atlanta, GA 30303

Mustafa A. Aziz, Administrator
Tel: (404) 656-1736
Fax: (404) 656-4399
TDD: None

CEO enforces two State statutes: O.C.G.A. 45-19-20, et seq., and
8-3-200, et seq. These statutes prohibit discrimination in
public employment and in residential housing. The Commission
accepts complaints directly and by referral from the U.S.
Department of Housing and Urban Development and the U.S. Equal
Employment Opportunity Commission.

Geographic area(s) served: State of Georgia
Type(s) of publications: None

GWINETTE COUNTY HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION
75 Langley Drive
Lawrenceville, GA 30245

Percy Scott, Human Relations Coordinator
Tel: (770) 822-7016
Fax: (770) 822-7097
TDD: None

The 13-member Commission promotes positive human relations, fair
housing, and the equal treatment of all people. With an
extremely diverse population, the county has over 52 languages
spoken in its schools.

Geographic area(s) served: Gwinette County
Type(s) of publications: None


HAWAII

HAWAII CIVIL RIGHTS COMMISSION
888 Mililani Street, 2nd Floor
Honolulu, HI 96813

Linda C. Tseu, Executive Director
Tel: (808) 586-8636
Fax: (808) 586-8655
TDD: (808) 586-8692

The Commission receives, investigates, and conciliates or
litigates complaints alleging discriminatory practices in
employment, public accommodations, real property transactions,
and access to State-funded services.

Geographic area(s) served: State of Hawaii
Type(s) of publications: Annual report and brochures


IDAHO

IDAHO HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION (IHRC)
P.O. Box 83720
1109 Main Street, Suite 400
Boise, ID 83720-0040

Marilyn T. Shuler, Director
Tel: (208) 334-2873
Fax: (208) 334-2664
TDD: (208) 334-4751

IHRC is empowered to enforce the State Human Rights Act, which
bans discrimination based on race, sex, color, religion,
national origin, age (40 and over), and disability in
employment. In public accommodations and education,
discrimination based on race, sex, color, religion, and national
origin is banned. In housing, the statute protects individuals
from the preceding harms in addition to disability
discrimination. The Commission also monitors civil rights issues
within the State.

Geographic area(s) served: State of Idaho
Type(s) of publications: None


ILLINOIS

ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RIGHTS
100 W. Randolph Street, Suite 10-100
Chicago, IL 60601

Rose Mary Bombela, Director
Tel: (312) 814-6200
Fax: (312) 814-6251
TDD: (312) 263-1579

The Illinois Department of Human Rights enforces the Human
Rights Act. The act prohibits discrimination in Illinois in
employment, financial credit, public accommodations, and
real-estate transactions on the basis of race, sex, national
origin, ancestry, military status, age, marital status,
unfavorable military discharge, physical or mental handicaps, or
sexual harassment in higher education.

Geographic area(s) served: State of Illinois
Type(s) of publications: Annual report and brochures

ILLINOIS HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
100 W. Randolph Street, Suite 5-100
Chicago, IL 60601

Gail Bradshaw, Executive Director
Manuel Barbosa, Chairperson
Tel: (312) 814-6269
Fax: (312) 814-6271
TDD: (312) 814-4790

The Illinois Human Rights Commission adjudicates complaints of
violations of the Illinois Human Rights Act and, if a violation
is determined to have occurred, determines a fair remedy for the
victim of the violation.

Geographic area(s) served: State of Illinois
Type(s) of publications: Quarterly newsletter and annual report

ALTON HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION
P.O. Box 526
Alton, IL 62002

Ruth A. Pippins, Chairman
Tel: (618) 463-3541
Fax: (618) 463-0972
TDD: (618) 463-0025

The Commission provides communication between city government
and citizens promoting harmony in all ways possible. The agency
seeks to encourage wise adjustments to social problems and to
promote equality, opportunity, and justice. The Commission
investigates and suggests resolutions with regard to complaints
of unfair discrimination.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Alton
Type(s) of publications: Local informational handouts

BLOOMINGTON HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION
109 E. Olive Street
Bloomington, IL 61701

Barbara J. Adkins, Community Relations Coordinator
Tel: (309) 434-2218
Fax: (309) 434-2802
TDD: (309) 829-5115

The Commission investigates and mediates discrimination
complaints in employment, housing, education, and public
accommodations on the basis of sex, race, sexual orientation,
religion, national origin, color, ancestry, or disability. It
provides educational services such as seminars and essay
contests and materials such as brochures and coloring books.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Bloomington
Type(s) of publications: Quarterly and annual reports

CALUMET PARK COMMUNITY RELATIONS OFFICE
12409 Throop Street
Calumet Park, IL 60643

Maggie Riglin, Director
Tel: (708) 389-9928
Fax: (708) 389-9928
TDD: None

The Office promotes the value of living in an integrated
community. To further this goal, it is involved in both
educational and enforcement activities.

Geographic area(s) served: Calumet Park
Type(s) of publications: None

CHICAGO COMMISSION ON HUMAN RELATIONS
Fair Housing Office
510 N. Peshtigo Court
Chicago, IL 60611

Willie Granderson, Director of Fair Housing
Tel: (312) 744-4111
Fax: (312) 744-1081
TDD: (312) 744-1088

The Commission is very active in fair housing and cultural
awareness programs. It has an adjudication division and a
community relations and education division. The Chicago
ordinance covers, in addition to the federally protected
classes, age, sexual orientation, marital status, military
discharge, and source of income. The Commission investigates
complaints, works toward conciliation, and holds public
hearings.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Chicago
Type(s) of publications: None

COOK COUNTY COMMISSION ON HUMAN RIGHTS
69 W. Washington
Chicago, IL 60602

Jennifer D. Vidis, Executive Director
Tel: (312) 443-3456
Fax: (312) 443-6050
TDD: (312) 629-6929

The Commission enforces the Cook County Human Rights Ordinance
by investigating, conciliating, and adjudicating complaints of
employment, public accommodation, housing, and credit
discrimination based on race, color, sex, age, religion,
disability, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation,
marital status, parental status, military discharge status,
source of income, or housing status.

Geographic area(s) served: Cook County
Type(s) of publications: None

COUNTRY CLUB HILLS COMMUNITY RELATIONS
4200 W. 182rd Street
Country Club Hills, IL 60478

Sharon Caddigan, Director
Tel: (708) 798-2616
Fax: (708) 798-7352
TDD: None

Country Club Hills believes that an integrated, diverse
community is crucial to its overall health, and promotes itself
to the public and regional officials in this way.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Country Club Hills
Type(s) of publications: None

DANVILLE HUMAN RESOURCES COMMISSION
17 W. Main Street
Danville, IL 61832

Sandra Houston, Director
Tel: (217) 431-2200
Fax: (217) 431-2237
TDD: None

The Commission is currently updating its human resources
ordinance. The current ordinance prohibits discrimination in
housing, employment, city services and programs, law enforcement
and public accommodations on the basis of ancestry, age, or
marital status, in addition to the federally protected classes.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Danville
Type(s) of publications: None

ELGIN HUMAN RESOURCES COMMISSION
150 Dexter Court
Elgin, IL 60120

Olufemi Folarin, Director
Tel: (847) 931-5618
Fax: (847) 931-6075
TDD: (847) 931-5616

The Commission is charged with enforcing, and educating the
public about, the city's fair housing ordinance, which covers
creed and sex in addition to the federally protected classes.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Elgin
Type(s) of publications: None

EVANSTON HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION
2100 Ridge Avenue
Evanston, IL 60201

Paula A. Haynes, Executive Director
Tel: (847) 866-2920
Fax: (847) 475-7259
TDD: None

The Evanston ordinance forbids discrimination in housing on the
basis of sexual orientation, age, or marital status in addition
to the federally protected classes. Protection against unwanted
real estate solicitations is also guaranteed.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Evanston
Type(s) of publications: None

GLENWOOD COMMISSION ON HUMAN RELATIONS
13 S. Rebecca Street
Glenwood, IL 60425

Aisha Drisi, Community Relations Contact
Tel: (708) 758-5155
Fax: (708) 758-4896
TDD: None

The Commission advocates fair housing and racial integration of
the community. It also investigates complaints and holds
adjudicative hearings.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Glenwood
Type(s) of publications: None

HAZEL CREST COMMUNITY RELATIONS OFFICE
3000 W. 170th Place
Hazel Crest, IL 60429

Robyn Bair, Assistant City Manager
Tel: (708) 335-9609
Fax: (708) 335-9622
TDD: None

The Community Relations Office tries to preserve the current
balance and promotes the benefits of integrated living. The
Office accepts and investigates complaints of housing
discrimination.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Hazel Crest
Type(s) of publications: None

MATTESON COMMUNITY RELATIONS COMMISSION
3625 W. 215th Street
Matteson, IL 60443

Robin Kelly, Director
Tel: (708) 748-1821
Fax: (708) 748-5196
TDD: None

The Commission enforces the fair housing ordinance in the
racially integrated city. The ordinance urges a unitary housing
market and affirmative marketing. Complaints of housing
discrimination are received and processed by the Commission.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Matteson
Type(s) of publications: None

OAK PARK COMMUNITY RELATIONS DIVISION
1 Village Hall Plaza
Oak Park, IL 60302

Sherlynn D. Reid, Director
Tel: (708) 383-6400
Fax: (708) 383-6692
TDD: None

The city government is committed to racial diversity and passed
its human rights and fair housing ordinance in 1968. The
ordinance, in addition to the federally protected classes,
prohibits discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation,
age, matriculation (student status), ancestry, or creed.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Oak Park
Type(s) of publications: None

PARK FOREST OFFICE OF COMMUNITY RELATIONS
200 Forest Boulevard
Park Forest, IL 60466

Barbara Moore, Director
Tel: (708) 748-1112
Fax: (708) 335-9622
TDD: None

The city is committed to racial integration, is approximately 35
percent minority, and has no racially identifiable communities.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Park Forest
Type(s) of publications: None

PEORIA EQUAL OPPORTUNITY OFFICE
City Hall, Room 108
419 Fulton Street
Peoria, IL 61602

Kimberly King, Equal Opportunity Director
Tel: (309) 494-8530
Fax: (309) 494-8559
TDD: (309) 494-8532

The Equal Opportunity Office is responsible for the enforcement
of the city's municipal code pertaining to fair practices in
employment, housing, public accommodations, and contract
compliance. The office Director is also the city's ADA
coordinator, who oversees the city's efforts to comply with the
Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 with respect to all
city-sponsored programs, activities, and services.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Peoria
Type(s) of publications: None

SPRINGFIELD DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RELATIONS
108 Municipal Center E.
800 E. Monroe
Springfield, IL 62701

Michael Pittman, Director
Tel: (217) 789-2271
Fax: (217) 789-2268
TDD: None

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.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Springfield
Type(s) of publications: None

URBANA HUMAN RELATIONS COMMITTEE
400 S. Vine Street
Urbana, IL 61801

Frank Nesbitt, Officer
Tel: (217) 384-2466
Fax: (217) 384-2426
TDD: None

The Committee's mandate is to protect all the federally
protected classes except that of disability, and adds age,
marital status, personal appearance, sexual preference,
matriculation (student status), political affiliation, prior
arrest or conviction record, and source of income. The Committee
processes complaints of discrimination and conducts
investigations.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Urbana
Type(s) of publications: None

VILLAGE OF UNIVERSITY PARK
698 Burnham Drive
University Park, IL 60466

Barbara McKinley-Lewis, Director of Community Relations
Tel: (708) 534-4811
Fax: (708) 534-3430
TDD: None

The fair housing ordinance, adopted in 1983, prohibits
discrimination on the basis of marital status and age in
addition to the federally protected classes. Through the
Community Relations Commission, the Department is authorized to
process and conciliate complaints of discrimination. Education
and outreach are conducted through the bimonthly community
newsletter.

Geographic area(s) served: University Park
Type(s) of publications: Bimonthly community newsletter


INDIANA

INDIANA CIVIL RIGHTS COMMISSION
100 N. Senate Avenue, Room N103
Indianapolis, IN 46204

Sandra D. Leek, Executive Director
Alpha Blackburn, Chairperson
Tel: (317) 232-2600
Fax: (317) 232-6580
TDD: 1 (800) 743-3333

The Commission's mandate is to provide residents of the State of
Indiana and all its citizens equal opportunity. It is unlawful
to discriminate in employment, housing, education, public
accommodations, or credit, on the basis of race, sex, religion,
national origin, disability, color, ancestry, or familial status
(housing).

Geographic area(s) served: State of Indiana
Type(s) of publications: Housing brochures

ANDERSON HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION
120 E. 8th Street
P.O. Box 2100
Anderson, IN 46018

Mildred J. Powell, Executive Director
Tel: (765) 648-6135
Fax: (765) 648-5923
TDD: None

The Anderson Human Relations Commission is responsible for
promoting and providing equal opportunity to all citizens in
education, employment, access to and use of public
accommodations, and housing. The promoting of equal opportunity
is accomplished through affirmative action policies, education,
community involvement, and enforcement of local ordinances. The
Commission also has authority, through another ordinance, to
provide citizens with a mediation program designed to assist in
resolving conflicts such as landlord-tenant, employee-employer,
merchant-customer, neighborhood and school.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Anderson
Type(s) of publications: None

BLOOMINGTON HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
P.O. Box 100
Bloomington, IN 47402-0100

Barbara E. McKinney, Director/Assistant City Attorney
Tel: (812) 349-3429
Fax: (812) 349-3441
TDD: None

The Commission investigates and mediates discrimination
complaints in employment, housing, education, and public
accommodations on the basis of sex, race, sexual orientation,
religion, natural origin, color, ancestry, or disability. The
Commission provides educational services such as brochures,
seminars, essay contests, and coloring books.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Bloomington
Type(s) of publications: Quarterly newsletter

COLUMBUS HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
123 Washington Street, Room 5
Columbus, IN 47201

Arlette Tinsley, Director
Tel: (812) 376-2532
Fax: (812) 375-2752
TDD: (812) 375-2720

The Commission enforces the local antidiscrimination ordinance
through investigations of formally filed complaints. The
ordinance covers discrimination based on race, sex, color,
religion, national origin, or disability in employment, housing,
education, credit, and public accommodations, and familial
status in housing. The Commission performs community outreach
and education through seminars and public speaking.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Columbus
Type(s) of publications: Annual report

EAST CHICAGO HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
4506 Tod Avenue
East Chicago, IN 46312

Mary L. Hagler, Executive Director
Tel: (219) 391-8477
Fax: (219) 391-8544
TDD: None

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.

Geographic area(s) served: East Chicago, but will accept
citizens from area and waive to EEOC and HUD Region V
Type(s) of publications: None

ELKHART HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION
229 S. 2nd Street
Elkhart, IN 46516

Vaughn M. Moreno, Executive Director
Tel: (219) 294-5471
Fax: (219) 293-7964
TDD: None

The Commission handles the filing and investigation of
complaints of discrimination in employment, education public
accommodations and housing within the corporate limits of the
city of Elkhart. It assists citizens with filing with State and
Federal agencies. The Commission conducts education and
outreach.

Geographic area(s) served: City and County of Elkhart and
surrounding areas
Type(s) of publications: None

EVANSVILLE AND VANDERBURGH COUNTY HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION
One NW Martin Luther King, Jr. Boulevard
Evansville, IN 47708

Floyd Edwards, Sr., Executive Director
Tel: (812) 426-5474
Fax: (812) 426-5246
TDD: (812) 426-5246

The Commission processes complaints related to the Civil Rights
Act of 1964, the Fair Housing Act, Americans with Disabilities
Act, and all local and State civil rights laws of Indiana.

Geographic area(s) served: Vanderburgh County and the City of
Evansville
Type(s) of publications: None

FORT WAYNE METROPOLITAN HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION
One Main Street, Room 680
Fort Wayne, IN 46802

Tamyra Kelly, Executive Director
Tel: (219) 427-1146
Fax: (219) 427-1126
TDD: None

The Commission was founded to eliminate discrimination in
education, employment, public accommodations, and housing, and
to take actions to improve the quality of communication and
understanding within the community.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Fort Wayne
Type(s) of publications: None

GARY HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION (GHRC)
475 Broadway, Suite 401
Gary, IN 46402

Doris R. Carbins, Executive Director
Tel: (219) 883-4151
Fax: (219) 882-0373
TDD: None

Under the Gary civil rights ordinance, GHRC is responsible for
reducing tension, compiling studies, and investigating and
conciliating complaints.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Gary
Type(s) of publications: None

HAMMOND HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION
5925 Calumet Avenue, Room 320
Hammond, IN 46320

Lynn M. Bloom, Executive Director
Tel: (219) 853-6502
Fax: (219) 853-6538
TDD: None

The Commission receives, and investigates complaints of
discrimination in employment, housing, education, business
opportunity, and public accommodations. It serves as the
Americans with Disabilites Act compliance office for the city.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Hammond
Type(s) of publications: None

INDIANAPOLIS DIVISION OF EQUAL OPPORTUNITY (DEO)
148 E. Market Street, Suite 500
Indianapolis, IN 46204

Robert Ransom, Administrator
Tel:(317) 327-5262
Fax:(317) 327-4482
TDD: None

The Division of Equal Opportunity investigates alleged race,
religion, color, sex, national origin, age, and disability
discrimination that is reported within 90 days. DEO also
sponsors trade fairs, workshops, networking opportunities,
special programs, and projects for minority business contractors
and the general public.

Geographic area(s) served: Marion County
Type(s) of publications: Monthly newsletter

MUNCIE HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
300 N. High Street
Muncie, IN 47305

Phyllis Bartleson, Director
Tel: (317) 747-4854
Fax: (317) 741-1332
TDD: None

The Commission investigates discrimination complaints and
provides community education and outreach in regards to civil
rights laws.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Muncie
Type(s) of publications: None

SOUTH BEND HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
1440 County-City Bldg.
South Bend, IN 46601

Lonnie L. Douglas, Executive Director
Tel: (219) 235-9355
Fax: (219) 235-9803
TDD: (219) 235-5567

The goal of the Commission is to study and act upon problems
between members of the different ethnic groups, sexes,
nationalities, and creeds, and problems of people with
disabilities, and families with children.

Geographic area(s) served: City of South Bend
Type(s) of publications: None


IOWA

IOWA CIVIL RIGHTS COMMISSION (ICRC)
211 E. Maple Street, 2nd Floor
Des Moines, IA 50319

Don G. Grove, Executive Director
Tel: (515) 281-4121
Fax: (515) 242-5840
TDD: None

ICRC is an administrative agency created to enforce the Iowa
Civil Rights Act of 1965 which prohibits discrimination in the
areas of employment, housing, public accommodations, credit, and
education. Composed of seven members appointed by the Governor,
ICRC's mission is to eliminate discrimination and to establish
equality and justice for all persons within the State of Iowa
through civil rights enforcement, advocacy, and education. Local
Commissions exist in 22 municipalities in the State, in
accordance with a 1990 decision of the Iowa General Assembly
mandating civil rights commissions in cities with a population
over 20,000.

Geographic area(s) served: State of Iowa
Type(s) of publications: None

IOWA COMMISSION ON THE STATUS OF WOMEN (ICSW)
Lucas State Office Building
Des Moines, IA 50319

Charlotte Nelson, Administrator
Tel: (515) 281-4461
Fax: (515) 242-6119
TDD: (515) 281-7300

The mission of the ICSW is to promote the full participation by
women in the economic, political, and social life of the State.
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: State of Iowa
Type(s) of publications: Bimonthly newsletter

AMES HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION
515 Clark Avenue
Ames, IA 50010

Sheila L. Undt, Assistant to the City Manager
Tel: (515) 239-5101
Fax: (515) 239-5142
TDD: None

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. The Commission accepts
complaints of discrimination and conducts investigations and
conciliation. If mediation is unsuccessful, a hearing is held
and a decision is handed down by the Commission.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Ames
Type(s) of publications: Annual report and various brochures

BURLINGTON HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
400 Washington Street
Burlington, IA 52601

John Sandell, Mayor
Jane Wood, City Manager
Tel: (319) 753-8120
Fax: (319) 753-8101
TDD: (319) 753-8366

The City of Burlington enforces a comprehensive human rights
ordinance adopted by the City Council in 1986. The city's role
as advocate, intervener, and enforcer includes cooperative
efforts with the State EEO office in establishing compliance.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Burlington
Type(s) of publications: None

CEDAR FALLS HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
220 Clay Street
Cedar Falls, IA 50613

Joyce E. Rewerts, Affirmative Action/Employment
Specialist
Tel: (319) 273-8600
Fax: (319) 268-5126
TDD: (319) 268-6720

The Commission promotes nondiscrimination and equal opportunity
for all in employment, public accommodations, credit, and
education. Responsibilities include receiving, conciliating, and
determining complaints; sponsoring public hearings; and speaking
to community groups to help the community better understand the
law.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Cedar Falls
Type(s) of publications: None

CEDAR RAPIDS CIVIL RIGHTS COMMISSION
City Hall, Second Floor
Cedar Rapids, IA 52401-1256

Louise Wozniak Lorenz, Executive Director
Tel: (319) 398-5036
Fax: (319) 398-0218
TDD: None

The Commission's mandate is to eliminate discrimination in
employment, housing, public accommodations, credit, and
education on the basis of race, creed, color, sex, national
origin, religion, disability, age, familial status (housing), or
marital status (credit). Enforcement duties include
investigation and attempted conciliation. The Commission is also
responsible for education of the community on civil rights
issues.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Cedar Rapids
Type(s) of publications: None

DAVENPORT CIVIL RIGHTS COMMISSION
423 E. 32nd Street, Suite Two
Davenport, IA 52803

Brenda Drew-Peeples, Counsel and Executive Director
Tel: (319) 326-0717
Fax: (319) 326-7956
TDD: None

The Commission enforces the Davenport civil rights ordinance,
which prohibits unfair treatment in the areas of housing,
employment, public accommodations, and credit based upon an
individual's race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin
or ancestry, marital status, age, or mental or physical
disability. Also conducts seminars and workshops and organizes
citizens to address civil rights issues through its Public
Relations and Community Education Division.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Davenport
Type(s) of publications: None

DES MOINES HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
602 E. 1st Street
Des Moines, IA 50309-1881

Floyd A. Jones, Executive Director
Tel: (515) 283-4284
Fax: (515) 283-4270
TDD: None

The Commission is responsible for enforcing the city's ordinance
prohibiting discrimination.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Des Moines
Type(s) of publications: None

DUBUQUE HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
1300 Main Street
City Hall Annex
Dubuque, IA 52001

Elizabeth Creger, Executive Director
Tel: (319) 589-4190
Fax: (319) 589-4299
TDD: (319) 589-4193

The Commission's mandate is to eliminate discrimination in
employment, housing, public accommodations, credit, and
education on the basis of race, age, sex, disability, creed,
color, national origin, religion, familial status, or marital
status (in credit only). The authority is granted in Chapter 27
of the Code of Ordinance of the City of Dubuque. The Commission
also provides educational and outreach activities.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Dubuque
Type(s) of publications: Various brochures

FORT DODGE AND WEBSTER COUNTY HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
819 First Avenue South
Fort Dodge, IA 50501

Ed O'Leary, Director
Tel: (515) 576-2201
Fax: (515) 573-5097
TDD: (515) 573-5751

The Commission accepts complaints of housing and credit
discrimination within the city of Fort Dodge and Webster County.
The Commission cosponsors workshops on discrimination issues.

Geographic area(s) served: Fort Dodge and Webster County
Type(s) of publications: None

IOWA CITY HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
410 E. Washington
Iowa City, IA 52204

Heather Shank, Human Rights Coordinator
Tel: (319) 356-5022
Fax: (319) 356-5009
TDD: None

The Commission enforces antidiscrimination laws as set out in
the Iowa City human rights ordinance. It provides public
education on the different types of discrimination and the
relevant civil rights laws, e.g., the Americans with
Disabilities Act.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Iowa City
Type(s) of publications: None

OTTUMWA HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
City Hall
Ottumwa, IA 52501

Gail Quim, M.D. and Lois Pearson, President
Tel: (515) 683-0600
Fax: (515) 684-8094
TDD: None

The mission of the Human Rights Commission is to educate the
community on civil rights and provide mediation in local civil
rights disputes.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Ottumwa
Type(s) of publications: None

SIOUX CITY HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
355 Orpheum Electric Building, Suite 425
Sioux City, IA 51101

Richard E. Hayes, Executive Director
Tel: (712) 279-6985
Fax: (712) 279-6326
TDD: None

The Commission receives and investigates complaints of
discrimination in housing, employment, and public
accommodations. The alleged discrimination must be on the basis
of age, race, religion, creed, color, sex, national origin,
ancestry, mental or physical disability, or familial status.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Sioux City
Type(s) of publications: None

WATERLOO COMMISSION ON HUMAN RIGHTS
620 Mulberry Street, Suite 101
Waterloo, IA 50703

Walter Reed, Jr., Executive Director
Tel: (319) 291-4441
Fax: (319) 291-4295
TDD: None

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: City of Waterloo
Type(s) of publications: None


KANSAS

KANSAS HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
900 SW Jackson, Suite 851-S
Topeka, KS 66612-1258

Robert G. Lay, Executive Director
Tel: (913) 296-3206
Fax: (913) 296-0589
TDD: (913) 296-0245

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. The agency's mission and purpose
are established by the Kansas Act Against Discrimination, the
Kansas Age Discrimination in Employment Act, and administrative
rules and regulations.

Geographic area(s) served: State of Kansas
Type(s) of publications: None

HUTCHINSON HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION
125 E. Avenue B
Huchinson, KS 67502

Lana Reed, Human Relations Officer
Tel: (316) 694-2643
Fax: (316) 694-2675
TDD: (316) 694-2628

The Commission provides assistance in protecting citizens' civil
rights and seeking relief from illegal actions while providing
community education. The Commission investigates and conciliates
complaints regarding discrimination in employment, housing, and
public accommodations, based on race, color, sex, age, religion,
national origin, ancestry, or physical handicap.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Hutchinson
Type(s) of publications: None

KANSAS CITY (KANSAS) HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT
701 N. 7th Street
Kansas City, KS 66101

Marian J. Augustus, Director
Tel: (913) 573-5460
Fax: (913) 573-5473
TDD: None

The Human Resources Department's mission is to uphold the equal
housing ordinance in Kansas City. The Department accepts and
investigates housing complaints.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Kansas City
Type(s) of publications: None

LAWRENCE HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION
P.O. Box 708
Lawrence, KS 66044-0708

Rehelio (Ray) A. Samuel, Executive Director
Tel: (913) 832-3310
Fax: (913) 832-3405
TDD: (913) 832-3205

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.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Lawrence
Type(s) of publications: Quarterly staff report

OLATHE HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION
P.O. Box 768
Olathe, KS 66051-0768

Joyce Key, Director
Tel: (913) 782-2600
Fax: (913) 791-6203
TDD: (913) 791-6280

The Commission is an 11-member volunteer board appointed by the
City Council and dedicated to fostering intergroup
understanding.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Olathe
Type(s) of publications: None

SALINA HUMAN RELATIONS DEPARTMENT
P.O. Box 736
Salina, KS 67402-0736

Kaye Crawford, Interim Director
Tel: (913) 826-7330
Fax: (913) 826-7349
TDD: (913) 826-7333

The Department is responsible for enforcing Salina's equal
opportunity and affirmative action ordinance, which prohibits
discrimination in housing, employment, public accommodations,
and city employment against the federally protected classes and
on the basis of age.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Salina
Type(s) of publications: None

TOPEKA HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION
215 S.E. 7th Street, Room 170
Topeka, KS 66603

Marshall L. Howard, Executive Director
Tel: (913) 295-3606
Fax: (913) 368-3609
TDD: None

The Commission's mandate is to eliminate and prevent employment
discrimination based on race, sex, religion, age, national
origin, color, or disability; and discrimination in housing and
places of public accommodations.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Topeka and Shawnee County
Type(s) of publications: Training material

WICHITA CITIZENS RIGHTS & SERVICES BOARD
455 N. Main Street
Wichita, KS 67202

Annie Montgomery, Executive Director
Tel: (316) 268-4691
Fax: (316) 268-4567
TDD: None

The Commission has five appointed members to administer the
Wichita ordinance against discrimination, which prohibits
discrimination in employment, housing, and public accommodations
on the basis of the federally protected classes except familial
status and with the addition of marital status and disabled
veteran status.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Wichita
Type(s) of publications: None


KENTUCKY

KENTUCKY COMMISSION ON HUMAN RIGHTS
332 W. Broadway, 7th Floor
Louisville, KY 40202

Beverley Watts, Executive Director
Tel: (502) 595-4024
Fax: (502) 595-4801
TDD: (502) 595-4084

The Commission enforces the Kentucky Civil Rights Act, which
prohibits discrimination in employment, housing, places of
accommodations and credit based on race, sex, age (40 and above
in employment only), national origin, color, religion,
disability, or familial status (housing only). It provides
education and outreach and publishes research reports on civil
rights issues.

Geographic area(s) served: State of Kentucky
Type(s) of publications: Quarterly newsletter, annual report,
and research reports

LEXINGTON-FAYETTE URBAN COUNTY HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
162 E. Main Street, Suite 226
Lexington, KY 40507-1318

William D. Wharton, Executive Director
Tel: (606) 252-4931
Fax: (606) 252-7057
TDD: (606) 252-7057

Under local ordinance 199-94 and the Kentucky Civil Rights Act,
the Commission is mandated to perform these specific operations:
1) promote and secure a mutual understanding and respect among
all ethnic groups in Fayette County (it must also act as
conciliator in controversies involving intergroup and
interracial relations), and 2) receive complaints, conduct
investigations, hold hearings and conduct studies to carry out
the purposes of the ordinance and the Kentucky Civil Rights Act.

Geographic area(s) served: Fayette County
Type(s) of publications: Annual report (Lending Activities of
Fayette County Banking Institutions)

LOUISVILLE AND JEFFERSON COUNTY HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION
200 S. 7th Street, Suite 120
Louisville, KY 40202

Phyllis Brown, Acting Director
Tel: (502) 574-3631
Fax: (502) 574-3190
TDD: (502) 574-4332

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. It also enforces hate
crime legislation.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Louisville and Jefferson
County
Type(s) of publications: Newsletter

OWENSBORO HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION
101 E. 4th Street
P.O. Box 10003
Owensboro, KY 42302-9003

William L. Dixon, Executive Director
Tel: (502) 687-8670
Fax: (502) 687-8585
TDD: None

The Commission promotes and secures mutual understanding and
respect among all social, economic, religious, ethnic, and
racial groups. It conciliates controversies involving intergroup
and interracial relations and enlists support of civic,
religious, labor, industrial and commercial groups, and civic
leaders dedicated to the improvement of intergroup and
interracial relations and the elimination of discriminatory
practices. It accepts complaints under the Kentucky Civil Rights
Act.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Owensboro and the County of
Davies
Type(s) of publications: None

PADUCAH HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
P.O. Box 2267
Paducah, KY 42002-2267

Stanley L. Beauchamp, Executive Director
Tel: (502) 444-8643
Fax: (502) 444-8582
TDD: 1 (800) 247-2510

The Commission receives and investigates complaints of
discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, age,
disability, or national origin in housing, employment, and
public services. 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: City of Paducah and McCracken County
Type(s) of publications: Monthly and annual reports


LOUISIANA

LOUISIANA COMMISSION ON HUMAN RIGHTS
695 N. 4th Street
Suite 822
Baton Rouge, LA 70802

Leah R. Raby, Acting Director
Tel: (504) 342-6969
Fax: (504) 342-2063
TDD: None

The Louisiana Commission on Human Rights is mandated to execute
within Louisiana the policies embodied in the Federal Civil
Rights Acts of 1964, 1968, and 1972; the Age Discrimination Act
of 1967; and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and to
safeguard all individuals within the State from discrimination
because of race, creed, color, religion, sex, age, national
origin, or disability.

Geographic area(s) served: State of Louisiana
Type(s) of publications: None

LOUISIANA DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE, PUBLIC PROTECTION DIVISION
P.O. Box 94095
Baton Rouge, LA 70804-9095

Richard P. Ieyoub, Attorney General
Tel: (504) 342-7900
Fax: (504) 342-7901
TDD: None

The Louisiana Department of Justice enforces the Louisiana Open
Housing Act, in effect since 1992.

Geographic area(s) served: State of Louisiana
Type(s) of publications: None

NEW ORLEANS HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION
City of New Orleans
1300 Perdido Street, Room 8E07
New Orleans, LA 70112

Earl D. Jackson, Sr., Executive Director
Tel: (504) 565-7916
Fax: (504) 826-2997
TDD: None

The New Orleans Human Relations Commission is a quasi-law
enforcement agency authorized by the city under Chapter 40C of
the city code to investigate complaints of illegal
discriminatory practices in employment, housing, public
accommodations, and quasi-private clubs, to include the
adjudication process. The mission is to eliminate discrimination
within the city.

Geographic area(s) served: City of New Orleans
Type(s) of publications: None

SHREVEPORT HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION
401 Market Street, Suite 540
Shreveport, LA 71101

Joe Anne Dupard Akpan, Executive Director
Tel: (318) 673-5070
Fax: (318) 673-5069
TDD: None

The Greater Shreveport Human Relations Commission is dedicated
to promoting unity, respect, and understanding among all groups
and to discouraging all manner and manifestation of
discriminatory practices through advocacy, conflict resolution,
and education. Through programs, the Commission leads efforts to
educate the entire community toward improved cross-cultural
communication and human relations.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Shreveport
Type(s) of publications: Newsletters


MAINE

MAINE HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
51 State House Station
Augusta, ME 04333-0051

Patricia E. Ryan, Executive Director
Tel: (207) 624-6050
Fax: (207) 624-6063
TDD: (207) 624-6064

The Commission enforces the State's Human Rights Act, passed in
1971. It is illegal to discriminate in the areas of housing,
employment, public accommodations, education, and credit. In
addition to the federally protected classes, the following are
protected categories: in housing, ancestry and source of income;
and in credit, age and marital status.

Geographic area(s) served: State of Maine
Type(s) of publications: Legal


MARYLAND

MARYLAND COMMISSION ON HUMAN RELATIONS
6 St. Paul Street, 9th Floor, Suite 900
Baltimore, MD 21202-2274

Henry B. Ford, Acting Executive Director
Tel: (410) 767-8600
Fax: (410) 333-1841
TDD: None

The Commission enforces a State law that forbids discrimination
in housing, public accommodations, and employment. In addition
to the federally protected classes, discrimination on the basis
of marital status is illegal. The Commission accepts complaints
of discrimination, conducts investigations, and issues
determinations of probable cause. If conciliation fails, a
public hearing is held.

Geographic area(s) served: State of Maryland
Type(s) of publications: None

ANNE ARUNDEL COUNTY HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION
P.O. Box 2700
Annapolis, MD 21404

Adrian D. Wiseman, Human Relations Officer
Tel: (410) 222-1821
Fax: (410) 222-1155
TDD: None

The Commission issues guidelines and procedures for the filing
of complaints. Following receipt of a complaint, the Commission
will investigate and issue a written finding. If there is
probable cause that a discriminatory act has been committed, the
Commission will endeavor to eliminate the discrimination by
conference, conciliation, and persuasion. If the Commission
cannot resolve the matter, the complainant will be advised to
file a complaint with the EEOC or the Maryland Commission on
Human Rights.

Geographic area(s) served: Anne Arundel County
Type(s) of publications: Brochures

ANNAPOLIS HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION
P.O. Box 6799
Annapolis, MD 21401

Joseph Cater, Chairman
Tel: (410) 263-7996
Fax: (410) 263-8120
TDD: (410) 263-7943

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.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Annapolis
Type(s) of publications: None

BALTIMORE COMMUNITY RELATIONS COMMISSION
10 N. Calvert Street
Equitable Building, Suite 915
Baltimore, MD 21202

Alvin Gillard, Director
Tel: (410) 396-3141
Fax: (410) 396-9586
TDD: None

The Baltimore Community Relations Commission is mandated
antidiscrimination enforcement responsibilities under Article IV
of the Baltimore City Code. Additionally, it offers a mediation
service to assist with resolving conflicts, cultural diversity
training and prejudice-reduction workshops, assistance through
its V.I.V.A. Program for victims of violent racial harassment,
and conducts a weekly radio show.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Baltimore
Type(s) of publications: Annual report and periodic newsletter

CALVERT COUNTY COMMISSION ON HUMAN RELATIONS
175 Main Street
Prince Frederick, MD 20678

Roudd Nahaf, Chairman
Tel: (410) 535-1600
Fax: (410) 535-1787
TDD: None

The Commission advises county commissioners on human rights
issues. The Commission works to eliminate discrimination on the
basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age,
marital status, sexual orientation, and physical or mental
handicap. The agency mediates disputes among citizens and
conducts public hearings where mediation fails.

Geographic area(s) served: Calvert County
Type(s) of publications: None

FREDERICK COUNTY HUMAN RELATIONS DEPARTMENT
Winchester Hall
12 E. Church Street
Frederick, MD 21702

Lydell Scott, Director
Tel: (301) 694-1109
Fax: (301) 694-6850
TDD: (301) 694-1672

The Department investigates discrimination complaints in
employment, housing, and public accommodations. The protected
classes are race, age, sex, religion, marital status, national
origin, and physical and mental disability. Technical assistance
is provided to employers. The Department coordinates public
information activities and participates in community-building
functions.

Geographic area(s) served: Frederick County
Type(s) of publications: Annual reports and brochures

HOWARD COUNTY OFFICE OF HUMAN RIGHTS
6751 Columbia Gateway Drive, 2nd Floor
Columbia, MD 21046

James E. Henson, Sr., Administrator
Tel: (410) 313-6430
Fax: (410) 313-6468
TDD: (410) 313-6401

The Howard County Office of Human Rights enforces the Howard
County code that prohibits discrimination in employment,
housing, public accommodations, financing, and law enforcement
on the basis of age, occupation, marital status, political
opinion, sexual orientation, personal appearance, or source of
income in addition to the federally protected classes. The
Commission accepts complaints of discrimination and also
monitors racial, religious, and ethnic incidents (i.e., hate
crimes). When a complaint is filed, an investigation is
conducted and conciliation attempted. If conciliation fails and
probable cause has been determined, a hearing is held before the
Human Rights Commission.

Geographic area(s) served: Howard County
Type(s) of publications: None

MONTGOMERY COUNTY HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION
164 Rollins Avenue, 2nd Floor
Rockville, MD 20852

Odessa M. Shannon, Executive Director
Tel: (301) 468-4260
Fax: (301) 468-4130
TDD: (301) 458-4198

The Commission receives, investigates, and resolves complaints
of illegal discrimination in employment, public accommodations,
and commercial and residential real estate transactions on the
basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age,
marital status, disability, sexual orientation, the presence of
children, or source of income.

Geographic area(s) served: Montgomery County
Type(s) of publications: Annual report and survey report

PRINCE GEORGE'S COUNTY HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION
1400 McCormick Drive, Suite 245
Largo, MD 20774

Dr. William A. Welch, Sr., Executive Director
Tel: (301) 883-6170
Fax: (301) 883-6262
TDD: (301) 925-5167

The Commission investigates complaints of discrimination based
on race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, occupation,
marital status, political opinion, personal appearance, sexual
orientation, physical or mental handicap, or familial status in
employment, education, financial lending, commercial real
estate, housing, law enforcement, and public accommodations.

Geographic area(s) served: Prince George's County
Type(s) of publications: Annual report

ROCKVILLE HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
Department of Community Services
111 Maryland Avenue
Rockville, MD 20850

Douglas Jones, Chairperson
Tel: (301) 309-3388
Fax: (301) 762-7153
TDD: (301) 309-3187

The Commission enforces the human rights ordinance. The
ordinance prohibits discrimination in housing, employment, city
services and programs, law enforcement, education, and public
accommodations, based (in addition to the federally protected
classes) on creed, age, marital status, and sexual orientation.
The vast majority of complaints filed with the Commission are
employment cases. Mediation is attempted first, but if it fails,
a complete investigation is conducted, a determination of
probable cause is made, and conciliation attempted. A case may
be heard before the Commissioners.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Rockville
Type(s) of publications: None


MASSACHUSETTS

MASSACHUSETTS COMMISSION AGAINST DISCRIMINATION (MCAD)
One Ashburton Place, Room 601
Boston, MA 02108

Charles Walker, Chairman & Commissioner
Tel: (617) 727-3990
Fax: (617) 720-6053
TDD: (617) 720-6054

The MCAD is the civil rights law enforcement agency of the
Commonwealth of Massachusetts. The Commission has the power to
investigate and decide cases of discrimination in employment,
housing, public accommodations, credit, services, and education.
In addition to handling complaints, the Commission promulgates
rules and regulations, monitors and assists businesses and
governments in their efforts to comply with civil rights laws,
sponsors educational programs for law enforcement officials
responsible for civil rights enforcement, and actively promotes
broad public understanding of human rights issues. The MCAD
addresses discrimination based on race, color, religious creed,
national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, age, mental
status, persons with children, disability, recipient of public
assistance, military/veteran status, and criminal record.

Geographic area(s) served: State of Massachusetts
Type(s) of publications: Annual report

ARLINGTON FAIR HOUSING COMMITTEE
730 Massachusetts Avenue
Arlington, MA 02174

Deborah Chang. Director
Tel: (617) 646-1000
Fax: None
TDD: None

The Committee is dedicated to promoting an integrated Arlington
by informing homeseekers, landlords, and real estate
professionals of the fair housing law, and by reaching the
larger community in regard to the benefits of living in an
integrated community.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Arlington
Type(s) of publications: None

BROOKLINE HUMAN RELATIONS YOUTH RESOURCES COMMISSION
11 Pierce Street
Brookline, MA 02146

C. Stephen Bressler, Director
Tel: (617) 730-2330
Fax: (617) 730-2296
TDD: (617) 730-2327

The Commission prohibits discrimination in housing against the
federally protected classes and on the basis of marital status,
sexual orientation, source of income, military status, or age.
The Commission provides counseling services on filing
complaints, and upon request, will file with the Massachusetts
Commission Against Discrimination.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Brookline
Type(s) of publications: Annual child care resource guide

FRAMINGHAM HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION
Memorial Building, Room B-3
150 Concord Street
Framingham, MA 01701

Joan Webster, Executive Administrator
Tel: (508) 620-4850
Fax: (508) 628-5905
TDD: (508) 620-4851

The Commission receives, investigates, and attempts to resolve
allegations of discrimination. It assists complainants with
filing with other agencies as appropriate. It conducts community
education efforts to eliminate stereotyping, prejudice, and
discrimination. The agency also receives and responds to
information regarding tensions between groups, advises the Board
of Selectmen, and works with other town entities.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Framingham
Type(s) of publications: Irregular newsletter

MALDEN HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
200 Pleasant Street
Malden, MA 02148

Fred Cicero, Chair
Tel: (617) 397-7050
Fax: None
TDD: None

The Commission accepts and investigates discrimination
complaints in credit, employment, education, recreation, and
public accommodations. It also promotes equality and encourages
intergroup harmony through mediation and education.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Malden
Type(s) of publications: None

MELROSE HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
562 Maine Street
Melrose, MA 02176

Joe Flatley, Chair
Tel: (617) 665-4500, ext. 147
Fax: None
TDD: None

The Commission is a nine-member volunteer board working on fair
housing, mediation and conflict resolution, education, and
outreach. The Melrose ordinance prohibits discrimination in
public accommodations, credit, employment, education,
recreation, housing and real estate, labor unions, bonding,
insurance, and city services. The ordinance covers the federally
protected classes, and also age, sexual orientation, marital
status, military status, or source of income.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Melrose
Type(s) of publications: None

NEW BEDFORD OFFICE OF EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
181 Hillman Street
Bldg. 9, Room 103
New Bedford, MA 02740

Jacqueline Coucci, Compliance Officer
Tel: (508) 979-1446
Fax: (508) 979-1767
TDD: None

This office is in charge of affirmative action, equal
opportunity, and Americans with Disabilities Act compliance for
the city of New Bedford. It also establishes procedures for
compliance and enforcement of local statutes which relate to
these areas. There is also a high level of participation in
activities which work to reduce violence and increase
multicultural diversity and multicultural tolerance and
understanding. The office also helps to develop section 3 policy
for the city, and enforces contractual compliance with civil
rights-related statutes. It also oversees the city's
Disabilities and Human Relations Commission.

Geographic area(s) served: City of New Bedford
Type(s) of publications: None

PITTSFIELD HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
51 Worthington Street
Pittsfield, MA 01201

Jerome Edgerton, Chair
Tel: (413) 442-6826
Fax: None
TDD: None

The Commission consists of eight volunteer members appointed by
the Mayor and approved by the City Council. The Commission's
mandate is to educate the public about human rights issues.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Pittsfield
Type(s) of publications: None

WORCESTER HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
455 Main Street, Room 408
Worcester, MA 01608

Linda M. Doherty, Chair
Tel: (508) 799-1186
Fax: (508) 799-1040
TDD: None

The Commission enforces fair housing ordinances that prohibit
discrimination against the federally protected classes and on
the bases of welfare or marital status.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Worcester
Type(s) of publications: None


MICHIGAN

MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF CIVIL RIGHTS
201 N. Washington Square, 7th Floor
Lansing, MI 48913

Nanette Lee Reynolds, Ed.D. , Executive Director
Tel: (517) 335-3164
Fax: (517) 355-1649
TDD: (313) 961-1353

The Department investigates and resolves discrimination
complaints in nearly all aspects of life. It prevents
discrimination through a variety of educational programs. The
agency reviews employment profiles of companies seeking to do
business with the State and certifies minority-, women-, and
handicapped-owned businesses.

Geographic area(s) served: State of Michigan
Type(s) of publications: Newsletter and general information
material

MICHIGAN COMMISSION ON INDIAN AFFAIRS
201 N. Washington Square, 7th Floor
Lansing, MI 48913

Karen Kay, Chairperson
Tel: (517) 373-0654
Fax: (517) 355-1649
TDD: None

The Commission is an advocacy agency for Native Americans and
works to protect rights granted by treaty. It maintains
sovereignty, improves economic conditions, manages educational
programs, and provides grants to Indian tribes and
organizations.

Geographic area(s) served: State of Michigan
Type(s) of publications: Quarterly newsletter, annual report,
and pow-wow calendar

MICHIGAN WOMEN'S COMMISSION
201 N. Washington Square, 7th Floor
Lansing, MI 48913

Kathy DeGrow, Executive Director
Tel: (517) 373-2884
Fax: (517) 355-1649
TDD: None

The Michigan Women's Commission was established by Public Act I
of 1968 and consists of 19 voting members. The Commission's
mandate is to: 1) study and review the status of women
throughout the State; 2) direct attention to critical problems
confronting women as wives, mothers, homemakers, and workers; 3)
recommend methods of overcoming discrimination in employment and
civil and political rights; 4) promote methods for enabling
women to develop their skills, continue their education, and
retrain; 5) make surveys and appoint advisory committees in such
fields as education, social services, labor laws and employment
policies, law enforcement, health, legal rights, family
relations, volunteer services; and 6) secure recognition of
women's accomplishments and contributions to the State.

Geographic area(s) served: State of Michigan
Type(s) of publications: Annual report

ANN ARBOR HUMAN RIGHTS OFFICE
P.O. Box 8647
Ann Arbor, MI 48107

Raymond Chauncey, Human Rights Coordinator
Tel: (313) 994-2762
Fax: (313) 994-2590
TDD: None

The Human Rights Office enforces the 1978 city ordinance that
prohibits, in addition to the federally protected classes,
discrimination on the basis of pregnancy, marital status,
educational associations, or sexual orientation.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Ann Arbor
Type(s) of publications: None

DETROIT DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RIGHTS
2 Woodward
Detroit, MI 48226

John Roy Castillo, Director
Tel: (313) 224-4950
Fax: (313) 224-3434
TDD: None

The Detroit Department of Human Rights is charged with enforcing
the city's ordinance that prohibits discrimination in
employment, public accommodations, housing, and mortgage and
other lending. The Department cooperates with various
organizations and agencies in the City to achieve its goal of
ending discrimination.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Detroit
Type(s) of publications: None

FLINT HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION
1101 S. Saginaw
Flint, MI 48502

Cleo McGee, Executive Director
Tel: (810) 766-7430
Fax: (810) 234-8460
TDD: None

The Commission enforces the fair housing ordinance, which
protects the same classes as the Federal law. The Commission is
involved in enforcement, educational activities, and efforts to
promote diversity awareness.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Flint
Type(s) of publications: None

GRAND RAPIDS EQUAL OPPORTUNITY DEPARTMENT
300 Monroe, NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49503

Ingrid Scott-Weekley, Director
Tel: (616) 456-3027
Fax: (616) 456-3728
TDD: (616) 456-3210

The Department investigates complaints of discrimination within
city government, investigates housing discrimination complaints,
administers Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, and
administers the minority and women business enterprise and
contract compliance programs. It monitors the city's affirmative
action program, and provides training in sexual harassment,
affirmative action, and civil rights issues.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Grand Rapids
Type(s) of publications: None

HOLLAND HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION
City Hall
270 South River
Holland, MI 49423

Jose L. Reyna, Director
Tel: (616) 355-1328
Fax: (616) 355-1490
TDD: None

The Commission files and investigates complaints of civil rights
violations. It conducts education and outreach in the areas of
civil rights law, fair housing, employee relations, diversity,
and rental rights and responsibilities. It promotes amicable
relations between all residents of the City of Holland.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Holland
Type(s) of publications: Monthly staff report and HRC minutes

JACKSON HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION (HRC)
161 W. Michigan Avenue
Jackson, MI 49201

Michael D. Brown, Chairman
Tel: (517) 788-4167
Fax: (517) 768-5820
TDD: None

The HRC was established as a part of the city government in
1963. The HRC acts as a catalyst for change throughout the
government structure of the city. The HRC is charged with
resolution of complaints brought by citizens, conciliation of
differences between residents and their government, and
articulation of community needs. The HRC plans constructive
programs to meet perceived necessities that can be addressed in
HRC reports to the City Commission for action.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Jackson
Type(s) of publications: Newsletter

LANSING HUMAN RELATIONS & COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT
119 N. Washington Square
City Hall Annex, 3rd Floor
Lansing, MI 48933

Arthur J. Walker, Director
Tel: (517) 483-4477
Fax: (517) 377-0078
TDD: (517) 483-4479

The Department is charged with educating the public about and
enforcing the fair housing ordinance. The ordinance prohibits
discrimination on the basis of marital status, political
orientation, AIDS, or source of income.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Lansing
Type(s) of publications: None

WAYNE COUNTY HUMAN RELATIONS DIVISION
600 Randolph, 5th Floor
Detroit, MI 48226

Irma Clark, Director
Tel: (313) 224-5021/5022
Fax: (313) 224-6932
TDD: None

The Division conducts an EEO review of all firms doing business
with Wayne County. It compiles data for Wayne County's EEO
review by the U.S. Labor Department. It conducts an EEO review
of all Federal contracts under Wayne County's administration. It
also investigates all internal discrimination cases, i.e.,
racial, sexual harassment, age, and gender.

Geographic area(s) served: Wayne County
Type(s) of publications: None


MINNESOTA

MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RIGHTS
Army Corps of Engineers Center
190 E. 5th Street. Suite 700
St. Paul, MN 55101

David Beaulieu, Commissioner
Tel: (612) 296-5665
Fax: (612) 296-1736
TDD: (612) 296-1283

The Minnesota Department of Human Rights was established in 1967
to implement, enforce, and administer the Minnesota Human Rights
Act, and Minnesota Statutes Chapter 363 as amended. It is a
cabinet-level department reporting directly to the Governor.
Enforcement consists of intake and case processing. These units
are responsible for investigating charges and making
recommendations on charge findings and case disposition. The
Contract Compliance Unit is responsible for administering a
provision of the Human Rights Act that requires businesses
having more than 20 employees to have certificates of compliance
in order to bid on or be awarded contracts of more than $50,000.

Geographic area(s) served: State of Minnesota
Type(s) of publications: None

AUSTIN HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
P.O. Box 232
Austin, MN 55912

Dr. Wallace Alcorn, Chair
Tel: (507) 437-6272
Fax: None
TDD: None

The Commission is an administrative agency of city government
engaged primarily in information and education, but also offers
mediation service on a no-fault basis.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Austin
Type(s) of publications: Monthly newsletter

BLOOMINGTON HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
2215 W. Old Shakopee Road
Bloomington, MN 55431

Bill Blom, Chairperson
Tel: (612) 948-8733
Fax: (612) 948-8715
TDD: (612) 948-8740

The Commission's study and review programs provide policies
while aiding the City Council in enlisting the cooperation of
agencies, organizations, and individuals to create equal
opportunity and eliminate discrimination and inequalities. The
Commission advises and aids the City Council in implementing
such recommendations as may be appropriate for the city of
Bloomington. These include, but are not limited to: specific
programs of, public information regarding the statutory
requirements of the Minnesota State Human Rights Act;
comprehensive studies and surveys of practices in community
programs of affirmative action to be developed with employers,
the housing industry, educational institutions, and governmental
agencies; and programs of review to give and gain information
regarding compliance with State requirements concerning equal
opportunity.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Bloomington
Type(s) of publications: Annual report and brochure

MAPLEWOOD HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION
1830 E. County Road B
Maplewood, MN 55109

Carol Cude, Chair
Tel: (612) 770-4527
Fax: (612) 779-3570
TDD: (612) 779-4995

The Maplewood Human Relations Commission provides education
training and opportunities to create and promote awareness of
human relations and diversity concerns. It sponsors contests
(poster, etc.) for school age children, responds to bias crimes,
and offers mediation services for complaints of discrimination
within the city.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Maplewood
Type(s) of publications: Annual report

RED WING HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
P.O. Box 34
Red Wing, MN 55066

John Handy, Chairman
Tel: (612) 386-3613
Fax: (612) 388-9608
TDD: (612) 388-6734

The Commission was established to serve all citizens to promote
equal opportunity in housing, education, employment, public
services and public accommodations. The Commission is designed
to provide services and assistance to individuals and groups of
Red Wing residents in an effort to enhance human rights and to
prevent discrimination. It develops formal and informal
education programs to assist in the implementation of the
Minnesota Human Rights Act and to assume a role of leadership in
recognizing and resolving potential problems in the community.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Red Wing
Type(s) of publications: Brochure

RICHFIELD HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
6700 Portland Avenue South
Richfield, MN 55423

Steven Devich, Administrative Services Director
Tel: (612) 861-9704
Fax: (612) 861-9749
TDD: (612) 861-9753

The mission of the Commission is to: encourage neighborly
respect and appreciation of Richfield's diversity, recognize
outstanding contributions to the advancement of human rights,
educate the citizens about their rights under the law, advise
the City of Richfield on human rights matters; promote the
protection of citizens from unfair and illegal discrimination,
and provide no-fault grievance mediation services.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Richfield
Type(s) of publications: None

ST. PAUL DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RIGHTS
15 W. Kellogg Boulevard, Room 900
St. Paul, MN 55102-1681

Dyrone Derril, Director
Tel: (612) 266-8966
Fax: (612) 266-8962
TDD: None

The Department enforces the human rights ordinance and conducts
education and outreach. The ordinance prohibits discrimination
in employment, education, real property, public accommodations
and services, contracts, and franchises against the federally
protected classes and on the basis of creed, sexual or
affectional orientation, age, marital status, or status with
regard to public assistance.

Geographic area(s) served: City of St. Paul
Type(s) of publications: None


MISSOURI

MISSOURI COMMISSION ON HUMAN RIGHTS
P.O. Box 1129
Jefferson City, MO 65102-1129

Alvin A. Plummer, Executive Director
Tel: (573) 751-3325
Fax: (573) 751-2905
TDD: (573) 340-7590

The Commission's purpose is to encourage fair treatment, foster
mutual understanding and respect, and to discourage
discrimination. The Commission is empowered to enforce the
Missouri Human Rights Act. It has authority to receive,
investigate, and resolve complaints of alleged discrimination in
employment, housing, and public accommodations based on race,
sex religion, color, national origin, ancestry, handicap, age
(as it relates to employment), or familial status (as it relates
to housing).

Geographic area(s) served: State of Missouri
Type(s) of publications: Newsletter

MISSOURI COMMISSION FOR THE DEAF
915 Leslie Boulevard, Suite E
Jefferson City, MO 65101-3587

Gerald L. Covell, Executive Director
Tel: (573) 526-5205
Fax: (573) 526-5209
TTY: (573) 526-5205

The Missouri Commission for the Deaf functions as an agency of
the State to advocate public policies, regulations, and programs
to improve the quality and coordination of existing services for
individuals with hearing loss, and to promote new services
whenever necessary. To these ends, the Commission strives to
better the lives and opportunities of all Missourians with
hearing loss.

Geographic area(s) served: State of Missouri
Type(s) of publications: None

COLUMBIA COMMISSION ON HUMAN RIGHTS
C/O Office of Community Services
P.O. Box N
Columbia, MO 65205

Stefan Denson, Commission Chair
Tel: (573) 874-7488
Fax: (573) 874-7681
TDD: (573) 874-7488

The Commission investigates and mediates complaints of
discrimination in the city of Columbia. It provides community
education and outreach in the city.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Columbia
Type(s) of publications: Newsletter

FULTON HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
P.O. Box 130
Fulton, MO 65251

The Rev. Raymond McCallister, Chair
Tel: (573) 642-6826
Fax: (573) 642-0200
TDD: None

The mission of the Commission is to support the Missouri
Commission on Human Rights and enforce prohibitions against
discrimination in housing, employment, and places of public
accommodation. The Commission promotes, through community
effort, good will and cooperation among the groups and citizens
of the community; establishes educational campaigns and programs
by teaching the need for eliminating discrimination against
persons because of their race, color, religion, national origin,
ancestry, sex, handicap, and age as it relates to employment,
and familial status as it relates to housing; and promotes the
general welfare of the senior citizens.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Fulton
Type(s) of publications: None

INDEPENDENCE HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
Personnel Department
223 N. Memorial Drive
Independence, MO 64050

Rosalind R. Woods, Affirmative Action Officer
Tel: (816) 325-7388
Fax: (816) 325-7393
TDD: None

The Commission receives, hears, and investigates complaints and
initiates its own investigations, and reports to the Council on
all racial, religious, and ethnic group tensions, prejudice,
intolerance, bigotry, and discrimination, and any breach of the
peace or disorder occasioned thereby.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Independence
Type(s) of publications: None

KANSAS CITY (MISSOURI) HUMAN RIGHTS DEPARTMENT
City Hall, 4th Floor
414 E. 12th Street
Kansas City, MO 64106

Michael D. Bates, Director
Tel: (816) 274-1432
Fax: (816) 274-1025
TDD: (816) 274-1235

The Department investigates complaints of discrimination based
upon race, gender, ethnicity, religion, age (over 40),
disability, or family status in employment, housing, and public
accommodations. The Department enforces the city's ordinance
that prohibits discrimination in employment, housing, and public
accommodations on the basis of race, national origin, sex,
disability, religion, marital status, and sexual orientation. It
also monitors affirmative action compliance, the minority and
women's business enterprise programs, and resolves disputes
involving interracial conflict.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Kansas City
Type(s) of publications: None

SPRINGFIELD COMMISSION ON HUMAN RIGHTS AND COMMUNITY RELATIONS
1514 S. Glenstone
Springfield, MO 65804

Betty Parnell, Executive Director
Tel: (417) 882-3738
Fax: (417) 887-1892
TDD: None

The Springfield Commission's ordinance prohibits discrimination
in employment, public accommodations, and housing on the basis
of creed or ancestry in addition to the federally protected
classes. The Commission has a working relationship with the
State Commission on Human Rights.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Springfield
Type(s) of publications: None

ST. JOSEPH HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
11th and Frederick Avenue
Saint Joseph, MO 64501

The Reverend Al Brown, Equal Opportunity Officer
Tel: (816) 271-4832
Fax: (816) 271-4740
TDD: None

The Commission is responsible for the enforcement of the local
fair housing law. The Commission accepts and investigates
complaints of discrimination.

Geographic area(s) served: City of St. Joseph
Type(s) of publications: None

ST. LOUIS CIVIL RIGHTS ENFORCEMENT AGENCY (CREA)
906 Olive, Suite 1100
St. Louis, MO 63101

Jaqueline Lester, Director
Tel: (314) 622-3301
Fax: (314) 622-4190
TDD: None

CREA's ordinances are comprehensive and prohibit discrimination
in employment, housing, and public accommodations, as well as
bias-motivated crimes. The protected bases include race, color,
religion, sex, age (over 40 in employment only), disability,
familial status (housing only), sexual orientation, marital
status, national origin or ancestry, legal source of income
(housing only), or medical conditions (bias crime only). Besides
its enforcement activities, CREA also provides information and
referral services, education and outreach programs, and
tenant-landlord rights and responsibilities.

Geographic area(s) served: City of St. Louis
Type(s) of publications: None


MONTANA

MONTANA HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
P.M.S. Box 1728
Helena, MT 59624

Anne L. MacIntyre, Executive Director
Tel: (406) 444-2884
Fax: (406) 444-2798
TDD: None

The Commission enforces the Montana Human Rights Law, which
prohibits discrimination against the federally protected classes
and on the basis of age or marital status in credit, education,
employment, insurance (on the basis of sex and marital status
only), State and local government services, and public
accommodations.

Geographic area(s) served: State of Montana
Type(s) of publications: None


NEBRASKA

NEBRASKA EQUAL OPPORTUNITY COMMISSION (NEOC)
P.O. Box 94934
Lincoln, NE 68509-4934

Alfonza Whitaker, Executive Director
Tel: (402) 471-2024
Fax: (402) 471-4059
TDD: None

Established in 1965, the NEOC is authorized by statute to
receive, investigate, and pass upon charges of unlawful
discrimination in employment, housing and public accommodations,
on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex,
age, disability, marital status, or familial status. The NEOC
has offices in Omaha, Lincoln, and Scottsbluff.

Geographic area(s) served: State of Nebraska
Type(s) of publications: Quarterly newsletter

NEBRASKA COMMISSION ON THE STATUS OF WOMEN
301 Centennial Mall South
P.O. Box 94985
Lincoln, NE 68509

Elizabeth Peterson, Chair
Joni Gray, Director
Tel: (402) 471-2039
Fax: (402) 471-5655
TDD: None

The Commission is an advocacy agency for the women of Nebraska
with regard to women's issues and women's rights.

Geographic area(s) served: State of Nebraska
Type(s) of publications: Bimonthly newsletter

LINCOLN COMMISSION ON HUMAN RIGHTS
129 N. 10th, Room 325
Lincoln, NE 68508

Enrique Brodsky, Executive Director
Tel: (402) 441-8691
Fax: (402) 441-6937
TDD: (402) 441-8398

The Commission investigates complaints of alleged employment,
housing, and public accommodations discrimination.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Lincoln
Type(s) of publications: None

OMAHA HUMAN RELATIONS DEPARTMENT
1819 Farnum Street, Suite 502
Omaha, NE 68183

George Davis, Jr., Acting Executive Director
Tel: (402) 444-5055
Fax: (402) 444-5058
TDD: None

The Department enforces the Human Rights Act. The act prohibits
discrimination against individuals on the basis of marital
status or age, in addition to the federally protected classes,
in the areas of employment, real property, and public
accommodations. Omaha has had an open housing ordinance since
1969.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Omaha
Type(s) of publications: None


NEVADA

NEVADA EQUAL RIGHTS COMMISSION
1515 E. Tropicana Avenue
Las Vegas, NV 89119

William H. Stuart. Executive Director
Tel: (702) 486-7161
Fax: (702) 486-7054
TDD: None

The Commission is charged with enforcing a State law that
prohibits discrimination in housing and employment. Educational
activities consist of brochures and posters distributed at
meetings.

Geographic area(s) served: State of Nevada
Type(s) of publications: None


NEW HAMPSHIRE

NEW HAMPSHIRE COMMISSION FOR HUMAN RIGHTS
2 Chenelle Drive
Concord, NH 03301

Raymond S. Perry, Jr., Executive Director
Tel: (603) 271-2767
Fax: (603) 271-6339
TDD: 1 (800) 735-2965

The Commission enforces State and Federal civil rights laws in
employment, housing, and public accommodations against
discrimination based on age, sex (including pregnancy), race,
color, religion, national origin, marital status, and physical
or mental disability. It also enforces a ban on sexual
harassment. The Commission accepts and investigates complaints
and attempts mediation. If probable cause is found and mediation
is unsuccessful, the Commission holds a public hearing and is
authorized to levy fines.

Geographic area(s) served: State of New Hampshire
Type(s) of publications: Legal publications


NEW JERSEY

NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF LAW AND SAFETY
Division of Civil Rights
31 Clinton Street
Newark, NJ 07102

Rolando Torres, Director
Tel: (201) 648-2700
Fax: (201) 648-4405
TDD: None

This agency is charged with enforcing the State's civil rights
ordinance, first passed in 1945 initially covering employment,
and now also covering housing, public accommodations, credit,
and business transactions. The protected classes beyond the
Federal ones are creed and marital status.

Geographic area(s) served: State of New Jersey
Type(s) of publications: None

CONSTITUTIONAL LITIGATION CLINIC
Rutgers University Law School
15 Washington Street
Newark, NJ 07102

Penny M. Venetis, Administrative Director
Tel 201-648-5687
Fax: 201-648-1249
TDD: None

The clinic works on large impact litigation cases involving
individual liberties guaranteed by the United States and New
Jersey Constitutions. Its cases include (but are not limited to)
matters involving freedom of speech and association, the right
to privacy, and equal protection (race and gender).

Geographic area(s) served: State of New Jersey
Type(s) of publications: Annual report

ELIZABETH HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
City Hall
50 Winfield Scott Plaza
Elizabeth, NJ 07208

Helen Scheuer, Executive Director
Tel: (908) 820-4075
Fax: (908) 820-0112
TDD: None

The Commission seeks to foster good will, cooperation, and
conciliation among all groups in the city. It refers clients to
the New Jersey Division on Civil Rights and the Newark office of
the EEOC.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Elizabeth
Type(s) of publications: None


NEW MEXICO

NEW MEXICO HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
New Mexico Department of Labor - Education Bureau
1596 Pacheco Street, Suite 103
Santa Fe, NM 87505

Howard Williams, Programs Director
Tel: (505) 827-6838
Fax: (505) 827-6878
TDD: None

The Commission accepts and investigates claims of unlawful
discrimination under the New Mexico Human Rights Act. The
Commission conducts hearings on complaints receiving a probable
cause determination by the Director. The Commission renders a
final decision including findings of fact and conclusions of law
and the Commission order.

Geographic area(s) served: State of New Mexico
Type(s) of publications: Brochure

ALBUQUERQUE HUMAN RIGHTS OFFICE
Plaza del Sol, Room 520
600 2nd Street, NW
Albuquerque, NM 87102

Frank Miranda, Director
Tel: (505) 924-3380
Fax: (505) 924-3372
TDD: (505) 924-3398

The primary services and activities of the Albuquerque Human
Rights Office include: a) the investigation and resolution of
discrimination complaints on the basis of race, color, religion,
sex, national origin or ancestry, age, or disability in
employment, housing and public accommodations; b) community and
public relations to promote nondiscrimination, equality and
awareness on human/civil rights issues and to heighten community
awareness and sensitivity to the diversity in the city of
Albuquerque; c) education and training on topical human rights
issues; and d) community-wide effort to promote and ensure fair
housing.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Albuquerque
Type(s) of publications: Newsletter and informational pamphlets


NEW YORK

NEW YORK STATE DIVISION OF HUMAN RIGHTS
55 W. 125th Street, 13th Floor
New York, NY 10027

Edward Mercado, Commissioner
Tel: (212) 961-8790
Fax: (212) 961-8552
TDD: (212) 961-8999

The Division enforces the New York State Human Rights Law, which
prohibits discrimination in housing against federally protected
classes and on the basis of age, creed, or marital status. The
Division takes, investigates, and processes discrimination
complaints in employment, apprenticeship/training; purchase or
rental of housing or commercial property; public accommodations,
resort and amusement facilities; nonsectarian tax-exempt
educational institutions; credit transactions based on race,
color, creed, national origin, sex, age, marital status,
disability, prior arrest or conviction record; or believed
retaliation for opposing unlawful discriminatory practices.

Geographic area(s) served: State of New York
Type(s) of publications: Newsletters, brochures and pamphlets

CIVIL RIGHTS BUREAU NEW YORK STATE ATTORNEY GENERAL
120 Broadway
New York, NY 10271

Chevon Fuller, Bureau Director
Tel: (212) 416-8250
Fax: (212) 416-8074
TDD: None

The mission of the Bureau is to protect New Yorkers from
discrimination in employment, housing, credit, education, and
public accommodations on the basis of the federally protected
classes with the exception of familial status and with the
addition of marital status. While the State Division of Human
Rights is primarily concerned with individual cases, the
Attorney General's office concentrates on cases that show a
"pattern and practice" of discrimination.

Geographic area(s) served: State of New York
Type(s) of publications: None

NASSAU COUNTY COMMISSION ON HUMAN RIGHTS
400 County Seat Drive
Mineola, NY 11501

James D. Rice, Executive Director
Tel: (516) 571-3663
Fax: (516) 571-1422
TDD: None

The Commission's mandate is to investigate and bring about
appropriate redress of charges of discrimination based on age,
race, color, creed, sex, marital status, national origin, or
disability in employment, education, public accommodations,
housing, and credit. The Commission also promotes positive
intergroup relations among various racial and ethnic groups in
Nassau County.

Geographic area(s) served: Nassau County
Type(s) of publications: Brochures

NEW ROCHELLE HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
515 North Avenue
New Rochelle, NY 10801

Robert D. Goodstein, Chairperson
Peter A. Korne, City Manager
Tel: (914) 654-2163
Fax: (914) 654-2174
TDD: None

The Commission fosters mutual respect and understanding among
racial, religious, and nationality groups within the city;
conducts inquiries into incidents of group tension or conflict;
takes action to alleviate tension and conflict; conducts and
recommends educational programs to increase good will; receives
complaints of alleged discrimination; and seeks the assistance
of the State Division of Human Rights.

Geographic area(s) served: City of New Rochelle
Type(s) of publications: None

NEW YORK CITY COMMISSION ON HUMAN RIGHTS
40 Rector Street
New York, NY 10006

Marta B. Varela, Chair and Commissioner
Tel: (212) 306-7530
Fax: (212) 306-7648
TDD: (212) 306-7686

The New York City Commission on Human Rights enforces the city's
human rights law. It investigates and prosecutes illegal
discrimination and seeks to improve relations among the city's
diverse groups. The law prohibits discrimination based on race,
creed, color, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship
status, sexual orientation, sex, disability, lawful occupation,
arrest or conviction record, marital status, family status, and
retaliation; and prohibits discrimination in employment,
housing, and public accommodations as well as sexual and
bias-related harassment.

Geographic area(s) served: City of New York
Type(s) of publications: Quarterly newsletter and brochures

NIAGARA FALLS HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
1425 Main Street
Niagara Falls, NY 14302

Herman Boyer, Director
Tel: (716) 286-4926
Fax: (716) 286-4885
TDD: None

The Commission is mandated to respond to complaints of
discrimination and to foster mutual understanding among
different racial, religious, and ethnic groups.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Niagara Falls
Type(s) of publications: None

ORANGE COUNTY HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
30 Matthews Street, Suite 110
Goshen, NY 10924

(Vacant), Executive Director
Tel: (914) 291-2191
Fax: (914) 291-2135
TDD: None

The Commission investigates and/or mediates complaints alleging
discrimination because of race, color, creed, national origin,
age, sex, disability, marital status and ex-offender status, in
employment, housing, public accommodations, and credit. It also
resolves conflicts based on racial, ethnic, and religious
differences.

Geographic area(s) served: Orange County
Type(s) of publications: None

ROCKLAND COUNTY COMMISSION ON HUMAN RIGHTS
18 New Hemstead Road
New City, NY 10956

Cassandra Griffen McIntyre, Commissioner
Tel: (914) 638-5590
Fax: (914) 638-5254
TDD: None

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 staff conciliates, holds
hearings, and conducts educational programs for the public, and
provides training and technical assistance. The Commission is
mandated to act in an ombudsman role to monitor community
situations that are discriminatory in nature.

Geographic area(s) served: Rockland County
Type(s) of publications: None

SCHENECTADY HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
County Judiciary Building
612 State Street
Schenectady, NY 12305

Anne M. Donnelly, Executive Director
Tel: (518) 370-5674
Fax: (518) 388-4519
TDD: None

The Commission processes complaints of discrimination based on
race, creed, color, sex, national origin, age, disability,
marital status, or conviction record in employment, housing,
public accommodations, and credit. It endeavors to reduce
community conflict through positive resolution of problems. It
serves as a referral agency concerning individual and group
rights in matters outside its jurisdiction.

Geographic area(s) served: City and County of Schenectady
Type(s) of publications: Human rights pamphlets

SUFFOLK COUNTY HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION (SCHRC)
158 North County Complex
Veterans Memorial Highway
Hauppauge, NY 11788

Paulette Bartunek, Acting Executive Director
Tel: (516) 853-5480
Fax: (516) 853-6169
TDD: None

The SCHRC investigates complaints of discrimination based on
race, color, creed, national origin, sex, marital status,
disability, age, and sexual orientation in employment, housing,
public accommodations, education, and credit. The SCHRC achieves
its various goals through public education, investigation of
complaints, factfinding conferences, conciliation, and technical
assistance.

Geographic area(s) served: County of Suffolk
Type(s) of publications: None

SYRACUSE & ONONDAGA COUNTY HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
John H. Mulroy Civic Center, 11th Floor
421 Montgomery Street
Syracuse, NY 13202

Linda M. Hall, Executive Director
Tel: (315) 435-3567
Fax: (315) 435-2439
TDD: None

The Commission responds to complaints of alleged discrimination
based on race, creed, marital status, color, national origin,
sex, age, religion, and disability in employment, housing,
community services, public accommodations, and criminal justice.
The Commission designs programs to promote understanding among
groups of people and monitors fair employment practices of city
and county contractors.

Geographic area(s) served: Onondaga County
Type(s) of publications: Newsletter, brochure, and annual report

UTICA COMMISSION ON HUMAN RELATIONS
City Hall
One Kennedy Plaza
Utica, NY 13502

The Reverend P. Arthur Bridisi, Executive Director
Tel: (315) 792-0240
Fax: None
TDD: None

The Commission hears complaints regarding violations of the
State Human Rights Law and prepares formal complaints. It also
provides education to the public promoting awareness of the New
York State Human Rights Law, etc.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Utica and Suburbs
Type(s) of publications: None


NORTH CAROLINA

NORTH CAROLINA HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION
217 W. Jones Street
Raleigh, NC 27603

Eddie Lawrence, Executive Director
Tel: (919) 733-7996
Fax: (919) 733-7940
TDD: (919) 733-7996

The Commission enforces the State Fair Housing Act as a
HUD-certified substantially equivalent agency; provides outreach
and technical assistance to housing consumers and providers;
provides advice and referral for employment and public
accommodations complaints; operates the Hate/Violence
Information Network; provides police community relations
seminars; and provides technical assistance to local Human
Relations Commissions.

Geographic area(s) served: State of North Carolina
Type(s) of publications: Quarterly newsletter and agency
brochure

NORTH CAROLINA OFFICE OF ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS
Civil Rights Division
P.O. Drawer 27447
Raleigh, NC 27611-7447

Edward T. Smith, Director
Tel: (919) 733-0431
Fax: (919) 733-4866
TDD: (919) 733-0431

The Civil Rights Division investigates charges of employment
discrimination brought by parties against State and certain
county agencies. The Civil Rights Division has a worksharing
agreement with the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
and enforces policies and practices as outlined in Title VII of
the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, the Age Discrimination
in Employment Act of 1967, as amended, and the Americans with
Disabilities Act of 1990.

Geographic area(s) served: State of North Carolina
Type(s) of publications: None

ASHEVILLE-BUNCOMBE COMMUNITY RELATIONS COUNCIL
70 Woodfin Place
Asheville, NC 28801

Robert G. Smith, Executive Director
Tel: (704) 252-4713
Fax: (704) 252-3026
TDD: None

The Council conducts investigations, testing, and education in
efforts to end discrimination in housing.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Asheville
Type(s) of publications: None

CHARLOTTE-MECKLENBURG COMMUNITY RELATIONS COMMITTEE
600 E. Trade Street
Charlotte, NC 28202

Willie Ratchford, Executive Director
Tel: (704) 336-2195
Fax: (704) 336-5176
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
Type(s) of publications: Booklets and brochures

DURHAM HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION
101 City Hall Plaza
Durham, NC 27701

Chester L. Jenkins, Director
Tel: (919) 560-4107
Fax: (919) 560-4092
TDD: (919) 560-4809

The Commission is authorized to initiate, investigate,
conciliate, and hold hearings on complaints alleging
discrimination in employment, housing, and public accommodations
based on race, religion, color, sex, national origin,
disability, age (employment and public accommodations), and
familial status (housing only). The Commission promotes
education on civil rights laws and better human relations with
community outreach programs.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Durham
Type(s) of publications: Annual report

FAYETTEVILLE HUMAN RELATIONS DEPARTMENT
433 Hay Street
Fayetteville, NC 28301

Elmer Floyd, Director
Tel: (910) 433-1696
Fax: (910) 433-1592
TDD: None

The Department advocates and promotes equality of opportunity in
housing, employment, public accommodations, and education. The
Department has four divisions: Administration, Community
Relations, Community Services, and Records Management. The
Department accepts complaints of discrimination. If needed for a
solution, a case is heard before a five-member Hearing Board,
appointed by the Governor, that has the power to levy fines.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Fayetteville
Type(s) of publications: None

GOLDSBORO COMMUNITY AFFAIRS OFFICE
City Hall
P.O. Drawer A
Goldsboro, NC 27533

J. LaTerrie Ward, Community Affairs Director
Tel: (919) 735-6121
Fax: (919) 580-4344
TDD: None

The office investigates complaints of discrimination in housing,
employment, education, recreation, and public accommodations.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Goldsboro
Type(s) of publications: None

GREENVILLE HUMAN RELATIONS COUNCIL
P.O. Box 7207
Greenville, NC 27835-7207

Cassendra Daniels, Minority Women Business Enterprise
Coordinator/Personnel Analyst
Tel: (919) 830-4494
Fax: (919) 830-4313
TDD: (919) 830-4492

The Council's mission is to promote equality of opportunity for
all citizens; promote understanding, respect, and good will
among all citizens; encourage the employment of qualified
citizens without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national
origin, handicap, or family status. It also encourages youth to
develop and mature as positive influences in the community. The
Council conducts workshops to ensure equal employment, fair
housing, and equal access; offers mediation and reconciliation;
and provides discrimination resource and referral assistance.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Greenville
Type(s) of publications: None

HANOVER HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION
402 Chestnut Street
Wilmington, NC 28401

Anthony W. Wade, Director
Tel: (910) 341-7171
Fax: (910) 815-3587
TDD: None

The Commission focuses primarily on dealing with discrimination
in housing and employment based on race, color, religion, sex,
national origin, age (40 or older), disability, or familial
status. The Commission serves as a resource to businesses and
other organizations by providing training and advisory services
within its area of responsibility.

Geographic area(s) served: New Hanover County
Type(s) of publications: Brochures and posters

HIGH POINT HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION
P.O. Box 230
High Point, NC 27261

James L. Pettiford, Director
Tel: (910) 883-3124
Fax: (910) 883-3419
TDD: (910) 883-8517

The Commission investigates and mediates complaints of
discrimination and unfair treatment in employment, housing,
public accommodations, and education and provides information
and referral to other agencies when necessary. It provides
technical assistance to employers, landlords, etc., and assists
in all areas of human relations concerns. It sponsors special
events for Human Relations Month, Martin Luther King Community
Celebration, and Celebrate High Point Festival. It supports the
Free Summer Swim Program for Disadvantaged Youth.

Geographic area(s) served: City of High Point
Type(s) of publications: None

ORANGE COUNTY DEPARTMENT FOR HUMAN RIGHTS AND RELATIONS
110 S. Churton Street
P.O. Box 8181
Hillsborough, NC 27278

Lucy Lewis, Director
Tel: (919) 967-2250
Fax: (919) 644-3048
TDD: None

The Department's Human Relations Commission prevents
discrimination through education and technical assistance. It
enforces the county civil rights ordinance prohibiting
discrimination in employment, housing, and public accommodations
and banning bias-related incidents. The agency is currently
seeking FEPA and FHA status.

Geographic area(s) served: Orange County
Type(s) of publications: Annual report and brochures

RALEIGH COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT
P.O. Box 590
Raleigh, NC 27602

Hardy Watkins, Director
Tel: (919) 831-6100
Fax: (919) 831-6123
TDD: None

The Department is charged with enforcing laws against
discrimination in housing, public accommodations, credit,
financial institutions, and the use of public funds, and with
supporting equal protection of the laws. All Federal categories
are protected with the exception of familial status and the
addition of sexual orientation.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Raleigh
Type(s) of publications: None

WINSTON-SALEM HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION
P.O. Box 2511
Winston-Salem, NC 27102

Eugene E. Williams, Director
Tel: (910) 727-2429
Fax: (910) 748-3002
TDD: (910) 727-8319

The Commission is dedicated to the principles of fair play and
equal opportunity for everyone. It administers a local fair
housing ordinance, which has equivalency status from the U.S.
Department of Housing and Urban Development; mediates disputes
between landlords and tenants, employers and employees, and in
neighborhoods; investigates discrimination in credit and public
accommodations; provides training and workshops on employment,
housing, police/community relations, and other community
concerns.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Winston-Salem
Type(s) of publications: Human relations brochure


NORTH DAKOTA

NORTH DAKOTA DEPARTMENT OF LABOR
600 E. Boulevard Avenue, 13th Floor
Bismarck, ND 58505-0340

Craig Hagen, Commissioner of Labor
Tel: (701) 328-2660
Fax: (701) 328-2031
TDD: None

The Department has a work sharing agreement with the U.S. Equal
Employment Opportunity Commission and investigates employment
discrimination complaints under Title VII of the Civil Rights
Act of 1964, Title I of the American Disabilities Act of 1990,
and the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, as well as
the North Dakota Human Rights Act.

Geographic area(s) served: State of North Dakota
Type(s) of publications: None

NORTH DAKOTA INDIAN AFFAIRS COMMISSION
600 E. Boulevard Avenue
Bismarck, ND 58505-0300

Deborah Painte, Executive Director
Tel: (701) 328-2428
Fax: (701) 328-3000
TDD: None

This State agency acts as a liaison between State government and
all the tribal governments in North Dakota.

Geographic area(s) served: State of North Dakota
Type(s) of publications: None


OHIO

OHIO CIVIL RIGHTS COMMISSION
1111 E. Broad Street, Suite 301
Columbus, OH 43205-1379

Francis W. Smith, Executive Director
Tel: (614) 466-2785
Fax: (614) 644-8776
TDD: (614) 466-9353

The Ohio Civil Rights Commission's mission is to enforce State
and Federal discrimination laws in employment, public
accomodations, housing, credit and higher education on the bases
of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age,
ancestry or familial status; and to eliminate discrimination
through special projects/education of Ohioans.

Geographic area(s) served: State of Ohio
Type(s) of publications: Brochures, training guides and annual
reports

CINCINNATI HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION
801 Plum Street
Cincinnati, OH 45202

Arzell Nelson, Executive Director
Tel: (513) 352-3237
Fax: (513) 352-2496
TDD: None

The 17-member Commission is working to eliminate prejudice and
discrimination against all people. The three main concerns are
racial relations, affairs of the disabled, and police-community
relations. Community forums, training, and workshops are
conducted by the Commission on a variety of human relations
topics.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Cincinnati
Type(s) of publications: None

CLEVELAND COMMUNITY RELATIONS BOARD
601 Lakeside Avenue, NE
Cleveland, OH 44114

Gary L. Holland, Acting Executive Director
Tel: (216) 664-2287
Fax: (216) 664-2311
TDD: None

The 14-member Board is mandated to promote understanding and
cooperation among the racially and culturally diverse groups
within the city, and to alleviate inequalities and prejudice
among those groups.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Cleveland
Type(s) of publications: None

CLEVELAND HEIGHTS COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT
40 Severance Circle
Cleveland Heights, OH 44118

Susanna Niermann O'Neil, Director
Tel: (216) 291-5824
Fax: (216) 291-2064
TDD: None

Cleveland Heights passed a Nine Point Plan in 1976 to support
diversity and integration. The Community Services Department
creates, implements, and/or assists with programming that
promotes healthy and vital racial, cultural, and religious
diversity in the city.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Cleveland Heights
Type(s) of publications: None

CUYAHOGA COUNTY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIVISION
112 Hamilton Court
Cleveland, OH 44114

Mary H. Davis, Fair Housing Officer
Tel: (216) 443-7260
Fax: (216) 443-7258
TDD: None

This office primarily is concerned with community development
education of the 43 communities in Cuyahoga County.

Geographic area(s) served: Cuyahoga County
Type(s) of publications: None

DAYTON HUMAN RELATIONS COUNCIL (HRC)
130 W. 2nd Street, Room 730
Dayton, OH 45402-1051

Jerald L. Steed, Director
Tel: (937) 228-1693
Fax: (937) 222-4589
TDD: (937) 461-0819

The 10-member Council is appointed by the City Commission and
promotes equal opportunity in employment, housing, public
accommodations, and credit for all people in the community.
Marital status, age and ancestry are classes protected by a city
ordinance, in addition to the federally protected ones. The HRC
also is involved in the Dayton Community Reinvestment Act
Alliance Project, a group of community-based organizations,
banks, and city agencies that are examining credit needs,
discrimination, and long-term solutions.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Dayton
Type(s) of publications: None

HAMILTON DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RELATIONS
Municipal Building, Room 206
20 High Street
Hamilton, OH 45011

Ed Barnes, Jr., Director
Tel: (513) 868-5848
Fax: (513) 867-7342
TDD: None

The Department investigates complaints of discrimination in
employment, housing, and public accommodations, and serves as a
conciliatory agent in the settling of complaints. It assists
businesses and industries with Federal contracts in the
implementation of affirmative action plans. It disseminates
information to the community from local, State, and Federal
enforcement agencies.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Hamilton
Type(s) of publications: Quarterly newsletter, annual report,
and informational pamphlets

SHAKER HEIGHTS FAIR HOUSING REVIEW BOARD
3400 Lee Road
Shaker Heights, OH 44120

Lisa M. Gale, Assistant Director of Law
Tel: (216) 491-1440
Fax: (216) 491-1447
TDD: None

The city of Shaker Heights has received substantial equivalency
certification from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban
Development. 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.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Shaker Heights and Cuyohoga
County
Type(s) of publications: Informational brochure

SPRINGFIELD DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RELATIONS, HOUSING &
NEIGHBORHOOD SERVICES
76 E. High Street
Springfield, OH 45502

Selena Singletary, Director
Tel: (513) 324-7380
Fax: (513) 328-3489
TDD: (513) 324-7380

The Department is responsible for the intake of employment
complaints from persons of protected classes about jobs within
the Springfield city limits. The charges are then filed with the
Ohio Civil Rights Commission, which has a satellite office in
Springfield, under a memorandum of understanding. In addition to
employment complaints, the Department is responsible for the
intake of housing complaints from citizens living within the
city limits.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Springfield
Type(s) of publications: None

TOLEDO FAIR HOUSING CENTER
2116 Madison Avenue
Toledo, OH 43624-1131

Lisa Rice Coleman, Executive Director
Tel: (419) 243-6163
Fax: (419) 243-3536
TDD: (419) 243-2135

The Fair Housing Center is dedicated to the elimination of
housing discrimination and the expansion of housing
opportunities for all persons. The Fair Housing Center
accomplishes this through advocating equal housing
opportunities, assisting victims of housing discrimination, and
enforcing compliance with fair housing laws, including the
Community Reinvestment Act and the Equal Credit Opportunity Act.

Geographic area(s) served: Toledo, Lucas County, Bowling Green,
and Wood County
Type(s) of publications: None

YOUNGSTOWN HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION
2123 Belmont Avenue
Youngstown, OH 44505

William Carter, Executive Director
Daisy Bennett, Fair Housing Coordinator
Tel: (330) 746-4850
Fax: (330) 746-4332
TDD: None

This Commission is charged with enforcing a city ordinance that
prohibits discrimination in housing, public accommodations,
credit transactions, and employment on the basis of age or
marital status in addition to the federally protected classes.
The Commission accepts complaints of discrimination, conducts
preliminary investigations, and attempts mediation.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Youngstown
Type(s) of publications: None


OKLAHOMA

OKLAHOMA HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION (OHRC)
2101 N. Lincoln Boulevard, Room 480
Oklahoma City, OK 73105

Gracie M. Monson, Executive Director
Tel: (405) 521-2360
Fax: (405) 522-3635
TDD: (405) 522-3993

The Oklahoma Human Rights Commission consists of nine members
appointed by the Governor with the advice and consent of the
Senate. Its purpose is to work towards removing friction,
eliminating discrimination, and promoting unity and
understanding among all the citizens of Oklahoma by conducting
investigations, conciliations, settlements, and educational
training.

Geographic area(s) served: State of Oklahoma
Type(s) of publications: Newsletter

TULSA DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RIGHTS
707 S. Houston, Room 303
Tulsa, OK 74127

Dyanne Mason, Executive Director
Tel: (918) 596-7818
Fax: (918) 596-7826
TDD: None

The Department enforces a local ordinance that prohibits
discrimination against the federally protected classes in
employment, credit and lending, public accommodations, housing,
and women- and minority-owned business utilization.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Tulsa
Type(s) of publications: None


OREGON

OREGON CIVIL RIGHTS DIVISION
Bureau of Labor & Industries
800 N.E. Oregon, Suite 1070
Portland, OR 97232

Johnnie M. Bell, Administrator
Tel: (503) 731-4075
Fax: (503) 731-4069
TDD: (503) 731-4106

The Division administers and enforces laws protecting Oregonians
against unlawful discrimination in employment, housing, public
accommodations, and vocational and trade school training. These
laws prohibit discrimination based on race, color, national
origin, religion, sex, marital status, handicap, or age.

Geographic area(s) served: State of Oregon
Type(s) of publications: None

CORVALLIS OMBUDSPERSON
P.O. Box 1083
Corvallis, OR 97339-1083

Prudence Miles, Ombudsperson
Tel: (541) 757-6772
Fax: (541) 754-1720
TDD: None

The position of Ombudsperson was created in Corvallis to enforce
the antidiscrimination ordinance, which prohibits discrimination
in housing, employment, and public accommodations against the
federally protected classes and on the basis of marital status,
sexual orientation, sources of income, or age. The Ombudsperson
is also charged with monitoring and responding to hate violence.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Corvallis
Type(s) of publications: None

METROPOLITAN PORTLAND HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
1120 S.W. 5th Street, Room 516
Portland, OR 97204

Helen Cheek, Executive Director
Tel: (503) 823-5136
Fax: (503) 823-0119
TDD: None

The Commission has a threefold mission: to protect people from
discrimination, to celebrate diversity, and to enhance the sense
of community. The Commission has three committees: Diversity,
civil rights, and hate crimes. It holds periodic meetings to
elicit specific proposals for action from the community.
Portland's civil rights ordinance prohibits discrimination in
employment, real estate, and public accommodations against the
federally protected classes and on the basis of marital status,
age, sexual orientation, or source of income.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Portland
Type(s) of publications: Biannual newsletter, educational pieces


PENNSYLVANIA

PENNSYLVANIA HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION (PHRC)
101 S. 2nd Street, Suite 300
Harrisburg, PA 17101

Homer C. Floyd, Executive Director
Tel: (717) 787-4410
Fax: (717) 787-0420
TDD: (717) 783-9308

The PHRC enforces the State's antidiscrimination laws in
employment, housing, public accommodations, and education. It
receives, investigates, resolves, and litigates formal
complaints filed by aggrieved persons in three regional offices:
Pittsburgh, Harrisburg, and Philadelphia. PHRC also actively
addresses the prevention and monitoring of racial tension
situations.

Geographic area(s) served: State of Pennsylvania
Type(s) of publications: Monthly newsletter and annual report

PENNSYLVANIA COMMISSION FOR WOMEN
Finance Building, Room 209
Harrisburg, PA 17111

Karen S. Fleisher and Rosemary Thompson McAvoy
Executive Directors
Tel: (717) 787-8128
Fax: (717) 772-0653
TDD: None

The Commission is the resource center for all issues that impact
on women. These include, but are not limited to, economic
interests, discrimination, harassment, entrepreneurial ventures,
education, prevention, and health care.

Geographic area(s) served: State of Pennsylvania
Type(s) of publications: Quarterly newsletter

ALLENTOWN HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION
435 Hamilton Street
Allentown, PA 18101-1699

Phyllis Alexander, Director
Tel: (215) 437-7600
Fax: (215) 437-7675
TDD: None

The 16-member Commission enforces the human relations ordinance,
which prohibits discrimination in employment, housing, real
estate and public accommodations against the federally protected
classes and on the basis of age or marital status. In addition,
the Commission endeavors to foster good will among different
groups in the community. The Commission accepts and investigates
complaints of discrimination, and attempts to mediate them. If
mediation is unsuccessful, the case goes to a public hearing.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Allentown
Type(s) of publications: None

HARRISBURG FAIR HOUSING COUNCIL
2100 N. 6th Street
Harrisburg, PA 17110

Melvin T. Johnson, Chair
Tel: (717) 238-9540
Fax: (717) 233-5001
TDD: None

The Council interviews clients for possible discrimination
complaints and helps the client file his or her complaint in
local court. At this time, the Council does not have a formal
testing program.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Harrisburg
Type(s) of publications: Booklet

HARRISBURG HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION (HHRC)
123 Walnut Street, Suite 235
Harrisburg, PA 17101

Michael G. Bowles, Executive Director
Tel: (717) 255-3087
Fax: (717) 255-6488
TDD: None

The HHRC, consisting of nine members appointed by the Mayor,
enforces the Harrisburg human relations ordinance prohibiting
discrimination in housing, employment, and public accommodations
against the federally protected classes and on the basis of age,
marital status, or sexual orientation.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Harrisburg
Type(s) of publications: None

LANCASTER CITY-COUNTY HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION
225 W. King Street
Lancaster, PA 17603

Louis A. Butcher, Jr., Executive Director
Tel: (805) 299-7840
Fax: (805) 390-7747
TDD: None

The Commission receives and processes complaints of
discrimination or disparate treatment and impact to ensure the
observance and benefits by all persons of the rights set forth
in State, Federal, and local laws. It enforces County Ordinance
Number 30. It promotes amicable and cooperative relations among
the various cultural, educational, racial, ethnic, and economic
groups and helps improve the quality of life for residents of
the city and county. The Commission is committed to assisting
employers, housing providers, and the Lancaster community at
large through education and other proactive means to further
understanding and open lines of communication.

Geographic area(s) served: Lancaster City and County
Type(s) of publications: None

PHILADELPHIA COMMISSION ON HUMAN RELATIONS (PCHR)
34 S. 11th Street, 6th Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19107-3695

Kevin E. Vaughan, Director
Tel: (215) 686-4673
Fax: (215) 686-4684
TDD: None

The mandate of the Human Relations Commission is to investigate
complaints of discrimination in employment, housing, use of
public accommodations, and the provision of city services and to
provide education and address intergroup conflict that cannot be
resolved by a law. The Fair Housing Commission enforces the
City's fair housing ordinance, which prohibits landlords from
evicting a tenant or giving a tenant a rent increase while
housing code violations are present, engaging in unfair rental
practices, or retaliating against a tenant for reporting housing
code violations to the city's Department of Licenses and
Inspections.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Philadelphia
Type(s) of publications: Annual report

PITTSBURGH COMMISSION ON HUMAN RIGHTS
908 City-County Building
414 Grant Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15219-2464

Charles F. Morrison, Director
Tel: (412) 255-2600
Fax: (412) 255-2288
TDD: None

The Commission investigates complaints of discrimination in
employment, housing, and public accommodations on the basis of
race, religion, age, ancestry, color, national origin, sex,
sexual orientation, familial status, non-job-related disability
or use of guide dogs; and conducts studies and investigates
conditions having an adverse effect on intergroup relations in
the city of Pittsburgh. It also provides human relations
training for police recruits, city departments, and the
community at large. It recommends legislation to promote and
ensure equal rights and provides public information and
technical assistance to further the goals of the human relations
ordinance.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Pittsburgh
Type(s) of publications: Annual reports

READING-BERKS HUMAN RELATIONS COUNCIL
602-04 Court Street
Reading, PA 19601

Joan S. Reppert, Executive Director
Tel: (610) 375-8852
Fax: (610) 375-1481
TDD: None

The Council investigates complaints and attempts mediation and
reconciliation when possible. It also refers to other community
agencies as appropriate. It conducts monthly interactive
television programs, and training for real estate agents,
businesses, and school children. It provides newsletters,
brochures, public speaking to community groups, and consultant
services to employers, landlords, and agencies.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Reading and Berks County
Type(s) of publications: Newsletter

YORK HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION
225 E. Princess Street
York, PA 17403

Stephen W. Busch, Director
Tel: (717) 846-2926
Fax: (717) 845-4853
TDD: None

The Commission enforces York's ordinance prohibiting
discrimination in housing, employment, and public
accommodations. Protected categories are the same as the Federal
ones, with the addition of sexual orientation. York has 42,000
residents, 30 percent of whom are people of color. The
Commission accepts and investigates complaints of
discrimination.

Geographic area(s) served: City of York
Type(s) of publications: None


RHODE ISLAND

RHODE ISLAND COMMISSION FOR HUMAN RIGHTS
10 Abbott Park Place
Providence, RI 02903-3768

Gene L. Booth, Director
Tel: (401) 277-2661
Fax: (401) 277-2616
TDD: None

The Commission enforces the Rhode Island Fair Housing Practices
Act, which prohibits discrimination against the federally
protected classes and on the basis of marital status. The
Commission accepts complaints of discrimination and conducts
investigations and mediations. Complaints that are not mediated
go to a public hearing.

Geographic area(s) served: State of Rhode Island
Type(s) of publications: None

PROVIDENCE HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION
151 Weybosset Street
Providence, RI 02903

Christine Roundtree, Executive Director
Tel: (401) 421-3708
Fax: (401) 274-1070
TDD: (401) 751-0203

The Commission handles complaints of discrimination in housing,
employment, education, public accommodations, and credit. Sexual
orientation as a protected class has been added to the city's
antidiscrimination ordinance. The Commission awards a $1,000
scholarship for an essay about civil rights.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Providence
Type(s) of publications: None


SOUTH CAROLINA

SOUTH CAROLINA HUMAN AFFAIRS COMMISSION
2611 Forest Drive
P.O Box 4490
Columbia, SC 29240

Willis C. Ham, Commissioner
Tel: (803) 737-7800
Fax: (803) 253-4191
TDD: (803) 253-4125

The Commission is responsible for the enforcement of State laws
prohibiting discrimination in employment, housing, and public
accommodations based on race, color, religion, sex, age,
national origin, disability, and familial status for housing
only.

Geographic area(s) served: State of South Carolina
Type(s) of publications: Newsletter

GREATER COLUMBIA COMMUNITY RELATIONS COUNCIL
P.O. Box 1360
Columbia, SC 29202

Jesse Washington, Jr., Executive Director
Tel: (803) 733-1130
Fax: (803) 733-1135
TDD: None

The purpose of the organization is to improve the racial,
ethnic, and community relations of the Greater Columbia
community, and to serve in an advisory capacity to community
leaders and officials as an information resource in determining
resolution of racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic issues.

Geographic area(s) served: Greater Columbia
Type(s) of publications: Newsletter


SOUTH DAKOTA

SOUTH DAKOTA DIVISION OF HUMAN RIGHTS
118 W. Capitol Avenue
Pierre, SD 57501

Jeff Holden, Director
Tel: (605) 773-4493
Fax: (605) 773-6893
TDD: None

The Division enforces the South Dakota Human Relations Act,
which prohibits discrimination in employment, housing, public
accommodations, and education. The size of the Division's staff
prevents it from conducting any education or outreach.

Geographic area(s) served: State of South Dakota
Type(s) of publications: None

SIOUX FALLS HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION
224 W. 9th
Sioux Falls, SD 57104-6407

William O'Toole, Investigator
Tel: (605) 367-7039
Fax: (605) 367-7865
TDD: (605) 367-7039

The Commission is dedicated to preventing and eliminating
illegal discrimination in Sioux Falls. It administers and
enforces the civil rights laws of the city.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Sioux Falls
Type(s) of publications: Educational brochures and videos


TENNESSEE

TENNESSEE HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
530 Church Street, Suite 400
Nashville, TN 37243-0745

Dr. Warren N. Moore, Executive Director
Tel: (615) 741-5825
Fax: (615) 532-2197
TDD: None

The Commission is concerned with discrimination in employment,
housing, public accommodations, and public funds covered by
Title VI of the 1964 Civil Rights Act. Protected classes include
race, color, religion, creed, gender, age, national origin, and
disability. The Commission has investigative and enforcement
powers, monitors the State's affirmative action program, holds
public hearings, and litigates.

Geographic area(s) served: State of Tennessee
Type(s) of publications: None

CHATTANOOGA HUMAN RIGHTS/HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION (CHR/HRC)
City Hall Annex, Room 305
100 E. 11th Street
Chattanooga, TN 37402

Jennifer Pugh-Nolan, Executive Director
Charlotte Garth, Chair
Tel: (423) 757-4810
Fax: (423) 757-0654
TDD: (423) 757-0011

The CHR/HRC helps disputing parties mediate and resolve
complaints of discriminatory and poor human relations practices
by employers, businesses, and other institutions in the
Chattanooga community.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Chattanooga
Type(s) of publications: Brochures

KNOXVILLE DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNTITY DEVELOPMENT
P.O. Box 1631
Knoxville, TN 37901

Susan Brown, Director
Tel: (423) 215-2120
Fax: (423) 595-2962
TDD: (423) 595-2900

The Department is responsible for implementing and enforcing
civil rights compliance in all projects funded by the U.S.
Department of Housing and Urban Development. The Department
coordinates citizen participation, fair housing, homeless
assistance, disability awareness, and cultural diversity
programs.

Geographic area(s) served: Knoxville and surrounding counties
Type(s) of publications: Quarterly newsletter

NASHVILLE AND DAVIDSON COUNTY HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION
City Hall
107 Metropolitan Court House
Nashville, TN 37201

Rabbi Kenneth A. Kanter, Chairperson
Tel: (615) 880-3370
Fax: None
TDD: None

This is a new Commission empowered to investigate complaints of
discriminatory conduct in employment, eliminate prejudice and
discrimination through educational programming, propose
legislation addressing human relations issues, and foster mutual
understanding within all strata of society.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Nashville and Davidson County
Type(s) of publications: None


TEXAS

TEXAS COMMISSION ON HUMAN RIGHTS
P.O. Box 13493
Austin, TX 78711

William M. Hale, Executive Director
Tel: (512) 437-3450
Fax: (512) 437-3478
TDD: None

The Texas Commission on Human Rights enforces State laws
prohibiting employment and housing discrimination. Both laws are
substantially equivalent to their Federal counterparts.These
laws are: employment, Texas Commission on Human Rights Act; and
housing, Texas Fair Housing Act.

Geographic area(s) served: State of Texas
Type(s) of publications: Annual report and various brochures

AUSTIN HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
206 E. 9th Street, Room 14.138, 14th Floor
Austin, TX 78701

Marco Salinas, Administrator
Tel: (512) 499-3251
Fax: (512) 499-3278
TDD: (512) 499-2445

The Commission investigates allegations of discrimination in
employment, under contract with the U.S. Equal Employment
Opportunity Commission. It also investigates housing and public
accommodations complaints.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Austin
Type(s) of publications: None

DALLAS FAIR HOUSING OFFICE
City Hall, 1-B North
1500 Marilla Street
Dallas, TX 76201

Rosie Norris, Administrator
Tel: (214) 670-5677
Fax: (214) 670-0665
TDD: None

The office is mandated to further and promote fair housing
choice through enforcement of local and Federal laws and
regulations, outreach, and education, so that individuals of
similar incomes have similar opportunities for housing and
services without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national
origin, handicap, or familial status.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Dallas
Type(s) of publications: None

FORT WORTH HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION
1000 Throckmorton
Fort Worth, TX 76102

Michael D. Ivey, Director
Tel: (817) 871-7525
Fax: (817) 871-7529
TDD: None

The Commission serves as an enforcement agency for the Civil
Rights Act of 1964, as amended, and the City of Fort Worth's
Fair Employment Ordinance No. 7278, as amended. It also serves
as a deferral agency for the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity
Commission and the Texas Commission on Human Rights and an
investigative agency for housing, employment, and public
accommodations charges of discrimination.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Fort Worth and Tarrant County
Type(s) of publications: Annual report

HOUSTON AFFIRMATIVE ACTION AND CONTRACT COMPLIANCE DIVISION
500 Jefferson, Suite 1400
Houston, TX 77002-7333

Lenoria Y. Walker, Director
Tel: (713) 658-3800
Fax: (713) 658-3824
TTY: (713) 247-1001

The office is composed of three enforcement sections: Employee
Relations, Minority/Women/Disadvantaged Business Enterprise
(MWDBE), and Contract Compliance. The Employee Relations Section
enforces equal employment laws internally as they apply to the
city as an employer. MWDBE certifies minority and women
ownership of businesses. Contract Compliance enforces the
prevailing wage rate.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Houston
Type(s) of publications: Bimonthly newsletter


UTAH

UTAH ANTI-DISCRIMINATION DIVISION
160 E. 300 South, 3rd Floor
Salt Lake City, UT 84114-6640

Jay Fowler, Acting Director
Tel: (801) 530-6801
Fax: (801) 530-7685
TDD: (801) 530-7609

The Division accepts and resolves charges of employment
discrimination based on race, color, sex, national origin, age,
religion, and disability. It functions under a work sharing
agreement with the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission.

Geographic area(s) served: State of Utah
Type(s) of publications: Quarterly newsletter


VERMONT

VERMONT HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
135 State Street
P.O. Drawer 33
Montpelier, VT 05633-6301

Harvey Golubock, Executive Director
Tel: (802) 828-2480
Fax: (802) 828-3206
TDD: (802) 828-2480

The Commission enforces Vermont laws that prohibit
discrimination in housing, public accommodations, and State
employment against the federally protected classes and on the
basis of sexual orientation, age, marital status, or public
assistance. In addition, the four-member Commission is charged
with increasing public awareness of human rights, studying the
existence and practice of discrimination, and recommending
measures to prevent discrimination and protect human rights. The
Commission accepts and investigates complaints of
discrimination, attempts conciliation, and holds public
hearings.

Geographic area(s) served: State of Vermont
Type(s) of publications: None

STATE OF VERMONT ATTORNEY GENERAL
Civil Rights Unit
109 State Street
Montpelier, VT 05609

John Hasen, Chief, Public Protection Division
Tel: (802) 828-3171
Fax: (802) 828-2154
TDD: (802) 828-3171

The Civil Rights Unit is responsible for the enforcement of
Vermont's laws forbidding discrimination in employment,
regulating drug and polygraph testing, and providing for
parental and family leave.

Geographic area(s) served: State of Vermont
Type(s) of publications: None

BURLINGTON COMMUNITY HUMAN RIGHTS COUNCIL (BCHRC)
City Hall
Burlington, VT 05401

Linda Deliduka and Tina Caeser, Interim Co-Chairs
Tel: (802) 864-3022
Fax: (802) 865-7024
TDD: None

The Council was established with the goal of promoting and
protecting equality for all residents of Burlington. Toward that
end, the Council will be conducting educational programs on
human rights and cultural diversity, fostering positive
relations among groups, and mediating conflicts. The Council is
divided into three subcommittees: policies and procedures,
community involvement, and finance. Although not its focus, the
Council will accept complaints of discrimination in order to
attempt mediation or make referrals to the appropriate agencies.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Burlington
Type(s) of publications: None


VIRGINIA

VIRGINIA COUNCIL ON HUMAN RIGHTS
Washington Building, 12th Floor
1100 Bank Street
Richmond, VA 23219

Roxie Rines Kornegay, Director
Tel: (804) 225-2292
Fax: (804) 225-3294
TDD: (804) 225-2292

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.

Geographic area(s) served: State of Virginia
Type(s) of publications: A Summary

ALEXANDRIA OFFICE OF HUMAN RIGHTS
110 N. Royal Street, Suite 201
Alexandria, VA 22314

Robert M. Steindler, Acting Administrator
Tel: (703) 838-6390
Fax: (703) 838-4976
TDD: (703) 838-5030

The Alexandria Human Rights Commission was established in 1975
with the passage of the Alexandria human rights ordinance. The
ordinance prohibits discrimination based on race, color, sex,
religion, ancestry, national origin, marital status, age,
disability, familial status, or sexual orientation with respect
to housing, employment, public accommodations, health or social
services, credit, education, and city contracts. The Commission
administers the provisions of the human rights ordinance. Some
of the Commission's duties and powers are: receiving complaints
about alleged unlawful discrimination, making findings of fact,
issuing orders and making public the findings and orders,
conducting studies and holding public hearings, and advising the
City Manager and City Council.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Alexandria
Type(s) of publications: Quarterly newsletter

ARLINGTON HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
2100 Clarendon Boulevard, Suite 106
Arlington, VA 22201

Joseph S. Bennett, Executive Director
Tel: (703) 358-3929
Fax: (703) 358-4390
TDD: (703) 358-4611

The Commission enforces a local ordinance that prohibits
discrimination in housing, employment, public accommodations,
credit, private education, and commercial real estate, on the
basis of race, national origin, color, marital status, sex,
religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, or familial
status.

Geographic area(s) served: Arlington County
Type(s) of publications: None

FAIRFAX COUNTY HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
12000 Government Center Parkway, Suite 318
Fairfax, VA 22035-0093

Fred Allen, Executive Director
Tel: (703) 324-2953
Fax: (703) 324-3570
TDD: (703) 324-2900

The Commission receives and investigates complaints filed by any
person who believes he or she has been discriminated against in
Fairfax County on the basis of race, color, sex, religion,
national origin, marital status, age, familial status, or
disability in employment, housing, public accommodations,
education, or credit.

Geographic area(s) served: Fairfax County
Type(s) of publications: Annual report

PETERSBURG COMMISSION ON COMMUNITY RELATIONS AFFAIRS
400 Farmer Street
Petersburg, VA 23803

Michael Gaddy, Chairman
Tel: (804) 861-2132
Fax: (804) 861-0137
TDD: None

The Commission was established by local government to improve
relations for all people within the city. It is also responsible
for implementing the fair housing ordinance for the city, and
has the fair housing officer as its administrative assistant on
staff.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Petersburg
Type(s) of publications: None

RICHMOND HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION
900 E. Broad Street, Room 1603
Richmond, VA 23219

Gail E. Bingham, Executive Director
Tel: (804) 780-7479
Fax: (804) 780-5145
TDD: None

The 15-member Commission, appointed by the City Council, has the
following responsibilities: conduct research, receive complaints
about alleged acts of discrimination, conduct studies and hold
hearings, enforce provisions of the Fair Housing ordinance, and
enforce the human rights ordinance for procurement of goods and
services for contracts over $10,000 and with entities employing
15 or more persons.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Richmond
Type(s) of publications: Research

VIRGINIA BEACH DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES
Municipal Center
Virginia Beach, VA 23456

Fagan D. Stackhouse, Director of Human Resources
Tel: (757) 427-4646
Fax: (757) 426-5678
TDD: (757) 427-8383

The Department of Human Resources serves the dual function of
coordination of equal employment opportunity programs for the
city government and as staff support for its Human Rights
Commission. The Commission is appointed by the City Council to
serve as an advocate for the human rights of citizens in
Virginia Beach.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Virginia Beach
Type(s) of publications: None


WASHINGTON

WASHINGTON STATE HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION (WSHRC)
711 S. Capitol Way, Suite 402
Olympia, WA 98504-2490

Idolina Reta, Acting Executive Director
Tel: (360) 753-6770
Fax: (360) 586-2282
TDD: 1 (800 )233-3247

The Commission administers the State law prohibiting
discrimination in employment, credit, and insurance
transactions, public accommodations, and real property
transactions against the federally protected classes and on the
basis of marital status. The duties of WSHRC include processing
complaints, establishing regulations, conducting studies, and
providing educational and consulting services. WSHRC has five
members appointed by the Governor and operates district offices
in Seattle, Spokane, and Yakima.

Geographic area(s) served: State of Washington
Type(s) of publications: None

KING COUNTY OFFICE OF CIVIL RIGHTS ENFORCEMENT
King County Courthouse, Room E 224
516 Third Avenue
Seattle, WA 98104-2312

Beiley de Iongh, Manager
Tel: (206) 296-7592
Fax: (206) 296-4329
TDD: (206) 296-7596

The Office is responsible for all the unincorporated areas of
King County. The Office enforces the county ordinance
prohibiting discrimination in housing, employment, and public
accommodations against the federally protected classes and on
the basis of marital status, sexual orientation, or
participation in the section 8 program. In its commitment to the
promotion of equality, the Office performs the following duties:
processing complaints, monitoring the county's affirmative
action employment policies, monitoring contract and disability
access compliance, and sponsoring education and outreach
activities to promote understanding among groups.

Geographic area(s) served: King County
Type(s) of publications: None

SEATTLE OFFICE FOR CIVIL RIGHTS
700 Third Avenue, Suite 250
Seattle, WA 98104-1849

Germaine W. Covington, Director
Tel: (206) 684-4500
Fax: (206) 684-0332
TDD: (206) 684-4503

The Seattle Human Rights Department enforces ordinances that
prohibit discrimination in employment, housing, public
accommodations, and the provision of city services.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Seattle
Type(s) of publications: None

SPOKANE OFFICE FOR CIVIL RIGHTS (SHRC)
808 W. Spokane Falls Boulevard
Spokane, WA 99201-3322

Janet Stevenson, Chair
Tel: (509) 625-6263
Fax: (509) 625-6217
TDD: (509) 625-6689

The Commission was established by the Spokane City Council to
promote and secure mutual understanding and respect among
residents of Spokane. Services include, but are not limited to,
response to discrimination and harassment complaints,
information on individual human and civil rights, a quarterly
newsletter on current events, and human rights educational
programs for organizations and the general public.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Spokane
Type(s) of publications: Quarterly newsletter

TACOMA HUMAN RIGHTS DEPARTMENT
747 Market Street, Room 808
Tacoma, WA 98402

Allen J. Correll, Executive Director
Tel: (253) 591-5151
Fax: (253) 591-5121
TDD: (253) 591-5153

The Human Rights Department enforces antidiscrimination laws in
housing, employment, and public accommodations on the basis of
marital status, race, sex, religion, age, or physical or mental
disability. The Department also provides educational activities
designed to decrease prejudice and bigotry, e.g., hate crime
conferences and Martin Luther King celebration. The Department
provides services in the areas of women's rights, Americans with
Disabilities Act coordination, cultural diversity, and other
fields as necessary.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Tacoma
Type(s) of publications: None


WEST VIRGINIA

WEST VIRGINIA HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
1321 Plaza East, Room 108A
Charleston, WV 25301-1400

Herman H. Jones, Executive Director
Tel: (304) 558-2616
Fax: (304) 558-0085
TDD: (304) 558-2976

The Commission enforces the West Virginia Human Rights and Fair
Housing Acts, each of which is substantially equivalent to
Federal civil rights statutes. In addition, the Commission, in
cooperation with other State agencies, local governments,
community organizations, business, and labor, strives to enhance
the level of tolerance and mutual respect for all citizens in
West Virginia.

Geographic area(s) served: State of West Virginia
Type(s) of publications: Brochures and fliers

BECKLEY HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
409 S. Kanawha Street
P.O. Drawer AJ
Beckley, WV 25801

Elmer H. Day, Executive Director
Tel: (304) 256-1777
Fax: (304) 256-1767
TDD: (304) 256-1768

The Commission enforces the city ordinance proclaiming equal
opportunity in employment, public accommodations, housing, and
real property for the federally protected classes plus age. The
Commission processes and investigates complaints of
discrimination, most of which are based on race, sex, or
familial status.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Beckley
Type(s) of publications: Informational booklets

CHARLESTON HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
115 Lee Street, W.
Charleston, WV 25302

Bill Berkely, Executive Director
Tel: (304) 348-6880
Fax: (304) 348-8157
TDD: None

The Commission enforces the local ordinance prohibiting
discrimination in employment, housing, and public accommodations
against the federally protected classes.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Charleston
Type(s) of publications: Brochures and fliers

HUNTINGTON HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION (HHRC)
824 Fifth Avenue, Suite 200
Huntington, WV 25701

Sally M. Lind, Executive Director
Tel: (304) 696-5592
Fax: (304) 696-5583
TDD: (304) 696-5582

The HHRC files and investigates complaints of discrimination in
employment, housing and public accommodations based on race,
religion, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age (40 and
over), blindness, disability, or, only in housing, familial
status (children). The Commission has enforcement powers and
conducts administrative hearings when necessary.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Huntington
Type(s) of publications: Brochures and fliers

WHEELING HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
City-County Building
1500 Chapline Street
Wheeling, WV 26003-3579

Theresa Garrett, Executive Director
Tel: (304) 234-3609
Fax: (304) 234-3605/4155
TDD: (304) 234-3609

The Commission receives, investigates, and issues decisions on
complaints alleging discrimination in employment, and public
accommodations based on race, religion, color, national origin,
ancestry, sex, age (40 and over), blindness, or disability. A
housing complaint may be filed based on race, religion, color,
national origin, ancestry, sex, blindness, or disability as well
as familial status.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Wheeling
Type(s) of publications: Landlord/Tenant Handbook


WISCONSIN

WISCONSIN EQUAL RIGHTS DIVISION, CIVIL RIGHTS BUREAU
P.O. Box 8928
Madison, WI 53708

J. Sheehan Donoghue, Director
Tel: (608) 267-0946
Fax: (608) 267-4592
TDD: None

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. There are field offices in Milwaukee,
Menasha, Schofield, Au Claire, Prairie Du Chien, and Racine. The
Division accepts and investigates complaints, attempts
mediation, and holds administrative hearings. The administrative
law judge has the authority to award remedies and attorney fees
to complainants.

Geographic area(s) served: State of Wisconsin
Type(s) of publications: Pamphlets and posters

WISCONSIN LABOR & INDUSTRY REVIEW COMMISSION
3319 W. Beltline Highway, 2nd Floor
Madison, WI 53713

Pamela I. Anderson, Chairman
Tel: (608) 266-9850
Fax: (608) 267-4409
TDD: None

The Commission decides second-level disputed claims under the
State fair employment and public accommodations laws. As an
agency independent from the State deferral agency for the U.S.
Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, it handles appeals from
administrative law judge decisions based on the record from the
first-level hearings.

Geographic area(s) served: State of Wisconsin
Type(s) of publications: Brochure

MADISON EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES COMMISSION (MEOC)
210 Martin Luther King, Jr., Boulevard
Madison, WI 53710

Anthony L. Brown, Executive Director
Tel: (608) 266-4910
Fax: (608) 266-6514
TDD: (608) 266-4899

The Commission is mandated to enforce Madison's equal
opportunities ordinance prohibiting discrimination in housing,
employment, public accommodations, and credit against the
federally protected classes and on the basis of age, marital
status, source of income, arrest or conviction record, less than
honorable military discharge, physical appearance, sexual
orientation, political beliefs, or student status. Other duties
of MEOC include: studying the denial of equal opportunity,
informally recommending solutions, providing technical
assistance and consultation to private and public agencies, and
educating the residents of Madison on their rights and
responsibilities under the equal opportunities ordinance.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Madison
Type(s) of publications: Fair housing brochure

MILWAUKEE EQUAL RIGHTS COMMISSION
Department of Administration
200 E. Wells Street, Room 101
Milwaukee, WI 53202

Charles L. Robinson, Equal Rights Specialist
Tel: (414) 286-5967
Fax: (414) 286-8752
TDD: (414) 286-8047

The Equal Rights Commission serves to ensure housing and
employment opportunities for all Milwaukee residents without
regard to their sex, race, religion, color, national origin or
ancestry, age, handicap, lawful source of income, marital
status, sexual orientation, and familial status.

Geographic area(s) served: City of Milwaukee
Type(s) of publications: Brochures (English and Spanish)


WYOMING

WYOMING DEPARTMENT OF EMPLOYMENT/ FAIR EMPLOYMENT PROGRAMS
6101 Yellowstone, Room 259C
Cheyenne, WY 82002

Charles A. Rando, Acting Administrator
Tel: (307) 777-7261
Fax: (307) 777-5633
TDD: None

The Department of Fair Employment Programs enforces fair
employment laws dealing with discrimination based on race, sex,
creed, color, national origin, age, disability, or ancestry.

Geographic area(s) served: State of Wyoming
Type(s) of publications: None

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100 BLACK MEN OF AMERICA, INC.
Nations Bank Plaza
Chandler Building
3710 Peachtree Street, NE, Suite 600
Atlanta, GA 30308

Thomas Dortch, President
Tel: (404) 892-5535
Fax: (404) 892-7150
TDD: None

The national organization, a confederation of "100 Black Men"
chapters, was formed to marshal a force of outstanding men whose
collective training, skills, and experiences could help achieve
meaningful gains for the African American community. There are
currently 46 chapters in 20 States with developmental activities
under way in many communities. The idea for a 100 Black Men
organization originated in New York City in 1963. The groups
focus on education, jobs, health, and housing issues.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Newsletter


A. PHILIP RANDOLPH INSTITUTE (APRI)
1444 I Street, NW, Suite 300
Washington, DC 20005

Norman Hill, President
Tel: (202) 289-2774
Fax: (202) 289-5289
TDD: None

APRI's mission is to work for racial equality and economic
justice. It supports civil rights, strong anti-discrimination
measures and affirmative action, anti-poverty programs, a fair
minimum wage and a comprehensive safety net, education and
training programs, labor law reform, and worker health and
safety protection, as well as universal affordable health care.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Quarterly newsletter


AFRICAN AMERICAN UNION (AAU)
209B Morgan Street, NW
Washington, DC 20001

Albert M. Meeks, President
Tel: (202) 393-2273
Fax: (202) 393-2273
TDD: None

The Union has two purposes. One is to provide a minority
business development plan. The other is to provide a community
investment program. The AAU accomplishes its mission by pooling
the economic resources of the community, and directing those
resources toward economic empowerment.

Geographic areas(s) served: Washington metropolitan area
Type(s) of publications: Bimonthly newsletter


AMERICAN ALLIANCE FOR RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES (AARR)
Center for Community Interest
1146 19th Street, NW, Suite 250
Washington, DC 20036-3703

Roger L. Conner, Executive Director
Tel: (202) 785-7844
Fax: (202) 785-4370
TDD: None

AARR works to foster community life and defends the safety and
civility of the public institutions that support it. The AARR
represents community interest in legislative and litigation
matters, including addressing public housing.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Quarterly newsletter and periodic
studies


AMERICAN ARAB ANTI-DISCRIMINATION COMMITTEE (AAADC)
4201 Connecticut Avenue, NW, Suite 300
Washington, DC 20008

Naili Asali, Chairperson
Tel: (202) 244-2990
Fax: (202) 244-3196
TDD: None

AAADC counsels individuals with immigration or discrimination
complaints. The organization maintains a legal referral network
and provides legal support in certain cases, and intervenes in
cases with precedent or policy implications for the Arab
American community. It assists individuals in drafting
complaints regarding hate crimes to the U.S. Justice Department
or local agencies. It gives testimony before congressional
committees and Federal agencies. AAADC gathers data on hate
crimes and discrimination against Arab Americans.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Monthly newsletter


AMERICAN ASSOCIATION FOR AFFIRMATIVE ACTION (AAAA)
3905 Vincennes Avenue, Suite 304
Indianapolis, IN 46268

Ruth Jones, President
Tel: (317) 872-7093
Fax: (317) 872-7133
TDD: None

AAAA is a national, not-for-profit organization dedicated to the
advancement of affirmative action and equal employment. AAAA
further seeks the abolition of discrimination based on race,
gender, ethnic background, or any other criterion that unfairly
deprives people of opportunities to live well and work. AAAA
undertakes many activities designed to help professionals be
more successful and productive in their careers. The
organization currently has more than 1,000 members in 10
regions.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: None


AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF BLACKS IN ENERGY (AABE)
927 15th Street, NW, Suite 200
Washington, DC 20005

Erskine Cade, Chairman
Robert L. Hill, Executive Director
Tel: (202) 371-9530
Fax: (202) 371-9218
TDD: None

AABE is a national association of energy professionals founded
and dedicated to ensure input from African Americans and other
minorities in the discussion and development of energy policies
and environmental issues in the United States.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Newsletter


AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF UNIVERSITY PROFESSORS (AAUP)
1012 14th Street, NW, Suite 500
Washington, DC 20005

Mary A. Burgan, General Secretary
Tel: (202) 737-5900
Fax: (202) 737-5526
TDD: None

AAUP advances the interest of higher education nation-wide. AAUP
works to protect academic freedom and establish standards for
academic due process. With regard to faculty rights and
responsibilities, AAUP also develops policies and provides
information and assistance regarding discrimination and civil
rights issues, and submits briefs in key appellate cases.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Bimonthly magazine


AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF UNIVERSITY WOMEN LEGAL ADVOCACY FUND
(AAUW/LAF)
1111 16th Street, NW
Washington, DC 20036-4873

Patricia J. Stroud, LAF Manager
Tel: (202) 785-7744 / 1 (800) 821-4364
Fax: (202) 872-1425
TDD: (202) 785-7777

The Fund provides funding and a support system for women
students, faculty, and staff seeking redress for sexual
discrimination in higher education. Its three major programs
are: case support-financial assistance for women litigating
discrimination cases against colleges and universities; LAF
Network-attorneys and social scientists providing consultation
on discrimination issues and cases; and the Progress in Equity
Award-recognizing programs on campus that promote gender
equality.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Quarterly magazine


AMERICAN ASSOCIATION ON MENTAL RETARDATION (AAMR)
444 N. Capitol Street, NW, Suite 846
Washington, DC 20001-1512

M. Doreen Croser, Executive Director
Tel: (202) 387-1968
Fax: (202) 387-2193
TDD: None

AAMR provides advocacy on behalf of people with mental
retardation and related developmental disabilities. AAMR
prepares amicus curiae briefs for the U.S. Supreme Court.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Bimonthly newsletter


AMERICAN CIVIL LIBERTIES UNION (ACLU)
132 W. 43rd Street
New York, NY 10036

Ira Glasser, Executive Director
Tel: (212) 944-9800
Fax: (212) 354-5290
TDD: None

Since its founding in 1920, ACLU has dedicated itself to the
protection and expansion of the civil rights and liberties of
all minority groups in America-racial, ethnic, religious, and
sexual. This is accomplished through litigation, legislation,
and public education.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Newsletter, public policy reports,
briefing papers, books


AMERICAN CIVIL LIBERTIES UNION (ACLU)
Washington Office
122 Maryland Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20002

Laura W. Murphy, Director
Tel: (202) 544-1681
Fax: (202) 546-0738
TDD: None


AMERICAN COUNCIL OF THE BLIND (ACB)
1155 15th Street, NW, Suite 720
Washington, DC 20005

Paul Edwards, President
Tel: (202) 467-5081
Fax: (202) 467-5085
TDD: None

ACB has 51 State and regional affiliates and 20 national special
interest and professional affiliates. The Council strives to
improve the well-being of all blind and visually impaired people
by: serving as a representative national organization of blind
people; elevating the social, economic, and cultural levels of
blind people; improving educational and rehabilitation
facilities and opportunities; cooperating with public and
private institutions and organizations concerned with services
for people who are blind; working with aging networks and other
organizations to promote programs and services inasmuch as
visual impairment is often age related; encouraging and
assisting all blind persons to develop their abilities to the
fullest extent possible; and promoting greater understanding of
blindness and the capabilities of blind people.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Monthly magazine


AMERICAN COUNCIL ON EDUCATION
Office of Minorities in Higher Education (OMHE)
One Dupont Circle, NW, Room 887
Washington, DC 20036

Hector Graza, Director
Tel: (202) 939-9395
Fax: (202) 785-8056
TDD: None

OMHE provides services to colleges, State systems of education,
associations, Federal and State agencies, and individuals. OMHE
provides consultation services and technical assistance,
conducts research and produces publications, and sponsors
leadership and professional development programs that help
prepare minority administrators and faculty for senior-level
academic administrative positions. It also coordinates academic
meetings and public policy forums for people interested in
advancing the success of ethnic minorities on campuses.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: None


AMERICAN FEDERATION OF GOVERNMENT EMPLOYEES, AFL-CIO
80 F Street, NW
Washington, DC 20001

Bobby Harnage, National President
Tel: (202) 639-6435
Fax: (202) 639-6490
TDD: None

A Human Rights Committee, comprosed of 24 coordinators, studies
and recommends legal, legislative, and administrative proposals
relating to improving working conditions, with a focus on
eliminating employment discrimination in the Federal Government.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States and Puerto Rico
Type(s) of publications: Newsletter and bulletin


AMERICAN FEDERATION OF LABOR AND CONGRESS OF INDUSTRIAL
ORGANIZATIONS (AFL-CIO)
Department of Civil Rights
815 16th Street, NW, Room 410
Washington, DC 20006

Richard G. Womack, Director
Tel: (202) 508-5270
Fax: (202) 637-6903
TDD: None

The Civil Rights Department works with national and
international unions in implementing AFL-CIO civil rights
policies. It serves as liaison with government agencies and
community groups on civil rights and women's rights issues and
provides educational material and programs to affiliated unions.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Newsletter and pamphlets


AMERICAN FEDERATION OF TEACHERS (AFT)
555 New Jersey Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20001

Sandra Feldman, President
Tel: (202) 879-4400
Fax: (202) 508-6903
TDD: None

AFT keeps local and State affiliates informed of current trends,
publications, laws, and Federal regulations in civil rights and
women's rights. It participates as a consultant to affiliates in
the areas of civil rights, discrimination, women's rights, and
desegregation activities.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Quarterly newsletter


AMERICAN FOUNDATION FOR THE BLIND (AFB)
Governmental Relations Group
1615 M Street, NW, Suite 250
Washington, DC 20036

Scott Marshall, Vice President
Tel: (202) 457-1498
Fax: (202) 457-1433
TDD: (202) 457-1497

The Group conducts legislative advocacy on civil rights and
other social issues of concern to individuals who are blind or
visually impaired.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: None


AMERICAN FRIENDS SERVICE COMMITTEE (AFSC)
National Office, 1501 Cherry
Philadelphia, PA 19102

Kara Newell, Executive Director
Tel: (215) 241-7030
Fax: (215) 241-7247
TDD: None

AFSC, founded by members of the Religious Society of Friends
(Quaker), has projects and programs on peace making and
demilitarization, social justice, and economic justice in the
United States, along the Mexico-U.S. border, and overseas. AFSC
works with documented and undocumented immigrants, all racial
minority groups, women and lesbians, gay men, bisexuals, and
transgenders.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States, Mexico-U.S. border,
and overseas
Type(s) of publications: Newsletters, books, studies, and
reports on program issues and program work


AMERICAN GI FORUM OF THE UNITED STATES
National Headquarters
2711 W. Anderson Lane, Suite 200
Austin, TX 78757-1121

Carlos Martinez, Executive Secretary
Tel: (512) 302-3025
Fax: (512) 302-3591
TDD: None

The American GI Forum of the U.S. is the Nation's largest
organized group of American military veterans of Hispanic
descent. Founded by Dr. Hector P. Garcia in Corpus Christi,
Texas, the organization has continuously maintained advocacy for
Hispanics as its primary role. The American GI Forum is actively
involved in various other general issues important to the
Hispanic community, such as employment, housing, civil rights,
women's programs, and youth activities.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Newsletter


AMERICAN JEWISH COMMITTEE
165 E. 56th Street
New York, NY 10022

David A. Harris, Executive Director
Tel: (212) 751-4000
Fax: (212) 319-0975
TDD: None

The Committee promotes civil rights and pluralism through
lobbying and other participation in public policy formulation,
filing of amicus curiae briefs, public policy conferences,
training seminars on intergroup relations, and dialogues and
coalitional cooperation with other ethnic, racial, and religious
groups.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Newsletters, journals of political and
other commentary, studies and analyses, etc.


AMERICAN JEWISH CONGRESS (AJC)
15 E. 84th Street
New York, NY 10028

Phil Baum, Executive Director
Tel: (212) 879-4500
Fax: (212) 249-3672
TDD: None

The Congress is a national human relations organization offering
community education programs. It is particularly concerned with
preserving religious liberty, combating discrimination, and
dealing effectively with urban crisis.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Monthly magazine


AMERICAN MUSLIM COUNCIL (AMC)
1212 New York Avenue, NW, Suite 400
Washington, DC 20005

Abduraham Alamoudi, Executive Director
Tel: (202) 789-2262
Fax: (202) 789-2550
TDD: None

AMC primarily serves as an advocate to the Federal Government
for concerns of the American Muslim community. AMC has provided
support to an unsuccessful effort to establish a Muslim bar
association. AMC has researched and published two editions of
the Muslim Legal Directory, the second of which contains a
"Guide to Your Legal Rights." While AMC does not now maintain a
legal office, it continues to make referrals for members.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Biannual national legal directory


AMERICAN NURSES ASSOCIATION (ANA)
Center for Ethics and Human Rights
600 Maryland Avenue, SW, Suite 100 W.
Washington, DC 20024-2571

Colleen Scanlon, Director
Tel: (202) 651-7055
Fax: (202) 651-7001
TDD: None

The Center is committed to addressing the complex ethical and
human rights issues confronting nurses and designing activities
and programs to increase the ethical competence and human rights
sensitivity of nurses. Through the Center, ANA's abiding
commitment to the ethical and human rights dimensions of health
care is demonstrated.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Quarterly newsletter


AMERICAN SPEECH-LANGUAGE-HEARING ASSOCIATION
10801 Rockville Pike
Rockville, MD 20852

Frederick T. Spahr, Ph.D., Executive Director
Tel: (301) 897-5700
Fax: (301) 571-0457
TDD: (301) 897-5700

The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association provides
information to people with speech, language, or hearing
disabilities on their rights under law and on assistive
technology and other accommodations.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Quarterly and bimonthly newsletter


AMERICAN VETERANS COMMITTEE (AVC)
6309 Bannockburn Drive
Bethesda, MD 20817

Gus Tyler, National Chairman
Tel: (301) 320-6490
Fax: (301) 320-6490
TDD: None

The Committee files briefs in many civil rights cases and serves
as an advocate for civil rights issues and legislation. AVC
seeks to improve civil rights laws. It is a founding member of
the Leadership Conference on Civil Rights. AVC serves as the
"Veterans Voice" in the civil rights community and as the civil
rights conscience for the veterans community.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Newsletter


AMERICANS FOR DEMOCRATIC ACTION (ADA)
1625 K Street, NW, Suite 210
Washington, DC 20006

Amy Isaac, National Director
Tel: (202) 785-5980
Fax: (202) 785-5968
TDD: None

The ADA is the Nation's oldest liberal lobbying group. ADA
combines grassroots organizing with lobbying for civil rights
generally and on many other issues, at the local, State, and
national levels.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Weekly newsletter, quarterly
publications, reports


AMERICANS FOR INDIAN OPPORTUNITY (AIO)
681 Juniper Hill Road
Bernalillo, NM 87004

LaDonna Harris, President and Founder
Tel: (505) 867-0278
Fax: (505) 867-0441
TDD: None

The headquarters of the AIO is on the Santa Ana Pueblo
Reservation in New Mexico with an Operations Office in
Washington, DC. AIO serves as a catalyst for new concepts and
opportunities for Native Americans in a constantly changing
environment. AIO works with tribal governments and tribal people
to develop leadership, institutions, and infrastructure that can
deal with change using new ideas and creative initiatives based
on traditional tribal values. By finding new ways to manage
change, tribes can make positive contributions while maintaining
a strong tribal identity.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States and tribal people of
Latin America
Type(s) of publications: None


AMISTAD RESEARCH CENTER
Tulane University
Tilton Hall
New Orleans, LA 70118

Clifton H. Johnson, Ph.D., Executive Director
Tel: (504) 865-5535
Fax: (504) 865-5580
TDD: None

The Center is an archives and manuscript library that collects
and makes accessible to researchers documentation on America's
ethnic minorities. Its holdings are particularly large on the
history of African American education, literature, and civil
rights. The Center is free to any serious student.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States and International
Type(s) of publications: Quarterly newsletter and annual report


ANTI-DEFAMATION LEAGUE (ADL)
823 United Nations Plaza
New York, NY 10017

Abraham H. Foxman, National Director
Tel: (212) 490-2525
Fax: None
TDD: None

ADL is the world's leading organization fighting anti-Semitism
and bigotry through programs and services for individual victims
of prejudice as well as helping protect communities against
racism and anti-Semitism. Chief activities of ADL include
monitoring and exposing hate groups, prejudice reduction
training, and advocating for Federal and local hate crimes laws.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States, Germany, Italy, and
Israel
Type(s) of publications: Reports


ANTI-DEFAMATION LEAGUE (ADL)
Government and National Affairs
1100 Connecticut Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20036

Jess N. Hordes, Director
Tel: (202) 452-8310
Fax: (202) 296-2371
TDD: None


ARAB AMERICAN INSTITUTE (AAI)
918 16th Street, NW, Suite 601
Washington, DC 20006

Dr. James Zogby, President
Tel: (202) 429-9210
Fax: (202) 429-9214
TDD: None

AAI is devoted to the political empowerment of Arab Americans,
providing organizing, technical, and research assistance. It
tracks community involvement in civic and political life,
addresses cases of political exclusion, and provides guidance on
intercommunity relations. AAI has testified before Congress and
is a national resource on demographic issues.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Quarterly newsletter and bimonthly
commentary


ARROW, INC.
1000 Connecticut Avenue, NW, Suite 1204
Washington, DC 20036

Hazel E. Elbert, Executive Director
Tel: (202) 296-0685
Fax: (202) 659-4377
TDD: None

ARROW is dedicated to the advancement of the American Indian and
Indian communities by helping Indian tribes improve health care,
educational opportunities, and judicial services.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States Indian reservations
and Indian communities
Type(s) of publications: None


ASIAN AMERICAN JOURNALISTS ASSOCIATION (AAJA)
1765 Sutter Street, Suite 1000
San Francisco, CA 94115

Sandra Michioku, Executive Director
Tel: (415) 346-2051
Fax: (415) 346-6343
TDD: None

Now headquartered in San Francisco, AAJA's mission is to:
encourage young Asian/Pacific Americans to enter the ranks of
journalism, work for the fair and accurate coverage of Asian
Americans, and increase the number of Asian American journalists
and news managers in the industry. The organization operates a
national scholarship program, weekly job hotline, mentor
program, quarterly national newsletter and fellowship program
for professionals to acquire new skills.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Quarterly newsletter


ASIAN LAW CAUCUS (ALC)
720 Market Street, Suite 5000
San Francisco, CA 94102

Angelo Ancheta, Executive Director
Tel: (415) 391-1655
Fax: (415) 391-0366
TDD: None

The Caucus provides legal counseling and representation,
community education, technical assistance, and policy analysis
on civil rights matters, particularly issues facing the
Asian/Pacific American community. ALC focuses on immigrant
rights, voting rights, hate violence, language-based
discrimination, and citizenship-based discrimination.

Geographic areas(s) served: San Francisco Bay Area
Type(s) of publications: Quarterly newsletter


ASIAN-AMERICAN FREE LABOR INSTITUTE (AAFLI)
1925 K Street, NW, Suite 301
Washington, DC 20006

Jim Baker, Acting Executive Director
Tel: (202) 778-4500
Fax: (202) 778-4525
TDD: None

AAFLI promotes internationally respected human and labor rights
and assists in developing sustainable and representative trade
unions in Asia and the Near East capable of playing a role in
developing democratic political systems and national economies.

Geographic areas(s) served: Developing countries of Asia, the
Middle and Near East, and the Pacific Basin
Type(s) of publications: Quarterly and monthly newsletter


ASOCIACION NACIONAL PRO PERSONAS MAYORES (ANPPM)
3325 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 800
Los Angeles, CA 90010

Carmela G. Lacayo, President and CEO
Tel: (213) 487-1922
Fax: (213) 385-3014
TDD: None

ANPPM was founded to inform policymakers and the general public
about the status and needs of elderly Hispanics and other
low-income elderly persons. ANPPM is one of the largest Hispanic
organizations in the United States, with offices in 15 cities,
including Puerto Rico and the District of Columbia. An advocate
for elderly Hispanics, this organization provides direct social
services, such as employment, housing, health and education, SSI
outreach and counseling, marketing ideas, and provides training
and technical assistance to community groups and professionals
in the field of aging. Through its National Hispanic Research
Center, it conducts national gerontological studies on the
Hispanic community.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Newsletter and reports


ASPIRA ASSOCIATION, INC.
1444 I Street, NW, Suite 800
Washington, DC 20005

Ronald Blackburn-Moreno, National Executive Director
Tel: (202) 835-3600
Fax: (202) 223-1253
TDD: None

ASPIRA is the first nonprofit organization in the United States
dedicated to encouraging and promoting education and leadership
development among Hispanic youth. Local ASPIRA offices in New
York, New Jersey, Illinois, Florida, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico,
and Connecticut offer youth leadership development and community
service opportunities and educational counseling for high school
and college students. ASPIRA sponsors the following national
community programs: the National Health Career Program, the
Public Policy Leadership Program, the ASPIRA Parents for
Educational Excellence (APEX) Program, the ASPIRA Mathematics
and Science (MAS) Initiative, and the Teachers, Organizations
and Parents for Students Program. These programs are designed to
improve the quality of living and educational opportunities for
the Hispanic community.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Quarterly newspaper


ASSOCIATION FOR THE STUDY OF THE AFRO-AMERICAN LIFE AND HISTORY,
INC. (ASALH)
1407 14th Street, NW
Washington, DC 20005-3704

Dr. Edward Beasley, National President
Tel: (202) 667-2822
Fax: (202) 387-9802
TDD: None

ASALH was incorporated in 1915, under the laws of the District
of Columbia, as a nonprofit, tax-exempt professional
organization. The work of the organization has been
conservation, preservation, and perpetuation of African American
history and culture.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States, Europe, and Japan
Type(s) of publications: Bulletin, journal, and kit


ASSOCIATION FOR WOMEN IN SCIENCE (AWIS)
1522 K Street, NW, Suite 820
Washington, DC 20005

Penelope Kengel-Flom, President
Catherine Didion, Executive Director
Tel: (202) 408-0742
Fax: (202) 408-8321
TDD: None

AWIS encourages the participation of girls and women in science
by promoting science education in the schools and the community.
Its goal is to achieve equity of women in science and
technology. Two of its current programs are: a community-based
mentoring project, funded by the National Science Foundation;
and development of a model program offering workable options to
institutions committed to enhancing the academic climate for
women science faculty called "Women Scientist in Academia:
Warming up a Chilly Climate," funded by the Alfred P. Sloan
Foundation.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Bimonthly magazine and information
handbooks


ASSOCIATION OF COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS FOR REFORM NOW (ACORN)
739 8th Street, SE
Washington, DC 20003

Steve Kest, Executive Director
Tel: (202) 547-9292
Fax: (202) 546-2483
TDD: None

ACORN is a direct-action organization formed in 1970 in Arkansas
by a group of welfare mothers. With branches in 27 States and
the District of Columbia, ACORN's members are low- and
moderate-income people united to achieve rights. Funding comes
from membership dues and other independent means. ACORN is
active in the fight against banking and insurance redlining.
ACORN has Housing Corporations in eight States that construct
and rehabilitate low- and moderate-income housing.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: None


BECKET FUND FOR RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
2000 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Suite 3580
Washington, DC 20006

Kevin J. Hasson, President and General Counsel
Tel: (202) 955-0095
Fax: (202) 955-0090
TDD: None

The Fund is a bipartisan and ecumenical public-interest law firm
that protects the free expression of all religious traditions.
It represents, pro bono, local governments and believers of all
faiths. The Fund defends the role of religion in the public
arena. The organization believes that religious liberty is not a
gift of the State, but a basic human right that derives from
human dignity.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Quarterly newsletter and academic
journal (forthcoming)


BLACK LEADERSHIP FORUM, INC. (BLF)
1090 Vermont Avenue, NW, Suite 1100
Washington, DC 20005-4961

Dr. Joseph E. Lowery, Chairman
Dr. Yvonne Scruggs, Executive Director
Tel: (202) 789-1940
Fax: (202) 789-6390
TDD: None

BLF acts as a clearinghouse for national African American
leaders. It brings together black leaders to grapple with issues
of deep significance to African Americans, particularly civil
rights and public policy issues. BLF develops a black leadership
philosophy based on conditions in the African American community
and other facts for those who consult with the President,
Congress, and other policy-influentials and who provide a
vehicle to black organizations and institutions for open
discussion in an atmosphere of cooperation and trust.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Policy papers, opinions, policy studies
and quarterly policy letter


BLACKS IN GOVERNMENT
1820 11th Street, NW
Washington, DC 20001

Oscar Eason, President
Tel: (202) 667-3280
Fax: (202) 667-3705
TDD: None

Blacks in Government, founded in Washington to promote the
interests of African American civil servants working in Federal,
State, and local governments, has more than 141 chapters
throughout the Nation. Chapters also exist in Japan, China, and
Germany. Blacks in Government has instituted a program called
"Operation Agency Watch," through which it monitors reductions
in work forces within government agencies to make certain that
blacks are treated fairly. It also monitors hiring practices in
government agencies, the quantity and quality of training
programs, and agency promotion policies.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States, Japan, China, and
Germany
Type(s) of publications: Quarterly newsletter


BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL WOMEN/USA (BPW/USA)
2012 Massachusetts Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20036

Audrey Tayse Haynes, Executive Director
Tel: (202) 293-1100
Fax: (202) 861-0298
TDD: None

BPW/USA promotes equality for all women in the workplace through
advocacy, education, and information. BPW/USA annually releases
its national platform, which includes plans that call for
economic equity, health, and civil rights. Under civil rights,
the platform advocates equal rights and remedies for women in
all phases of their lives, support of affirmative action, and
elimination of sexual harassment and violence against women.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Quarterly magazine


CATHOLIC LEAGUE FOR RELIGIOUS AND CIVIL RIGHTS
1011 First Avenue
New York, NY 10022

William A. Donohue, President and CEO
Tel: (212) 371-3191
Fax: (212) 371-3394
TDD: None

The League is the Nation's largest Catholic civil rights
organization. It defends individual Catholics and the
institutional church from defamation and discrimination.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Monthly journal and annual report


CENTER FOR CIVIL AND HUMAN RIGHTS
Notre Dame Law School
Notre Dame, IN 46556

Garth Meintjes, Associate Professor of Law and Director
Tel: (219) 631-7982
Fax: (219) 631-6371
TDD: None

The Center conducts a teaching and research program in
international human rights law. The Center sponsors graduate
programs (LL.M. and J.S.D. degrees) in international human
rights and internship and law clerkship programs with
international organizations, including the International
Criminal Tribunals at The Hague.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States and International
Type(s) of publications: Occasional papers


CENTER FOR ECONOMIC AND SOCIAL JUSTICE (CESJ)
P.O. Box 40711
Washington, DC 20016

Norman G. Kurland, President
Tel: (703) 243-5155
Fax: (703) 243-5935
TDD: None

CESJ develops innovative financial tools, legal reforms, and
macro- and microeconomic development strategies to provide
nonowning workers and citizens with access to capital credit as
a fundamental human right and as a means to acquiring private
property stakes in a growing free market economy.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States and international
Type(s) of publications: Quarterly newsletter


CENTER FOR EDUCATION OF WOMEN (CEW)
University of Michigan
330 E. Liberty Street
Ann Arbor, MI 48104-6203

Carol Hollenshead, Director
Tel: (313) 998-7080
Fax: (313) 998-6203
TDD: None

CEW combines service, advocacy, and research for women,
primarily in the areas of employment and education. CEW works to
help women enter and stay in the mainstream of education and
professional preparation, to lower institutional barriers to
equal participation of women, and to conduct and disseminate
research about women's lives.

Geographic areas(s) served: Greater Southeast Michigan
Type(s) of publications: None


CENTER FOR EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
815 15th Street, NW, Room 928
Washington, DC 20005

Linda Chavez, President
Tel: (202) 639-0803
Fax: (202) 639-0827
TDD: None

The Center provides information on affirmative action from a
colorblind perspective.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Books, policy briefs, and surveys


CENTER FOR LAW AND RELIGIOUS FREEDOM, CHRISTIAN LEGAL SOCIETY
4208 Evergreen Lane
Annandale, VA 22003-3264

Steven T. McFarland, Director
Tel: (703) 642-1070
Fax: (703) 642-1075
TDD: None

The Center defends the rights of citizens of all faiths to free
religious belief, exercise, and expression. It does so by
providing information on relevant law, filing "friend of the
court" briefs in selected cases, and (through its regional
affiliates) representing clients in litigation.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Quarterly journal, bimonthly
newsletter, and educational brochures and memoranda


CENTER FOR WOMEN POLICY STUDIES (CWPS)
1211Connecticut Avenue, NW, Suite 312
Washington, DC 20036

Leslie R. Wolfe, President
Tel: (202) 872-1770
Fax: (202) 296-8962
TDD: None

The Center is an independent, multiethnic feminist policy
research and advocacy institution. The Center's programs address
educational equity, economic opportunity, work/family and
workplace diversity, women and AIDS, women's health, and
violence against women and girls.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Policy reports, fact sheets, newsletter


CENTER ON HUMAN POLICY (CHP)
Syracuse University
805 S. Crouse Avenue
Syracuse, NY 13244-2280

Steven J. Taylor, Ph.D., Director
Tel: (315) 443-3851
Fax: (315) 443-4338
TDD: None

The Center is a policy, research, and advocacy organization
involved in the national movement to ensure the rights of people
with disabilities.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Publications list, reports, policy
bulletins


CHILD WELFARE LEAGUE OF AMERICA (CWLA)
440 First Street, NW, Suite 310
Washington, DC 20001

David Liederman, Executive Director
Tel: (202) 638-2952
Fax: (202) 638-4004
TDD: None

CWLA provides guidance and leadership to professionals in the
field of child welfare while educating the public at large about
emerging issues affecting abused, neglected, and at-risk
children. In recent years CWLA has provided training,
consultation, and technical assistance to hundreds of child and
family serving agencies. These consultations have resulted in
direct assistance and additional resources for children and
families, improved coordination and collaboration between
government agencies, efficiently managed programs, and creative
approaches to service delivery.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Bimonthly and quarterly newsletter


CHILDREN'S DEFENSE FUND (CDF)
25 E Street, NW
Washington, DC 20001

Marian Wright Edleman, President
Tel: (202) 628-8787
Fax: (202) 662-3510
TDD: None

CDF is dedicated to improving the lives of this Nation's
children. It was active in fighting for passage of the Fair
Housing Amendments Act in 1988, and in conjunction with the
National Council of LaRaza, published a bilingual brochure
entitled Your Family's Rights Under the New Fair Housing Law:
Protecting Families with Children from Housing Discrimination.
The brochure remains on the publication list of CDF. CDF also
conducts research into the causes of homelessness and its
effects on children. The organization also advocates for
increased affordable housing.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: None


CHILDREN'S RIGHTS COUNCIL (CRC)
220 I Street, NE, Suite 200
Washington, DC 20002

David L. Levy, Esq., President
Tel: (202) 547-6227
Fax: (202) 546-4272
TDD: None

The Council works to protect the right of a child to the love
and parenting of two parents regardless of the parents' marital
situation. CRC provides advocacy, parenting education
information, and referrals.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Quarterly newsletter, directory, and
catalog of resources


CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN WASHINGTON OFFICE
110 Maryland Avenue, NE
P.O. Box 50
Washington, DC 20003

John Harvey, Director
Tel: (202) 546-3202
Fax: (202) 544-5852
TDD: None

The Office informs church members on civil rights and
affirmative action issues.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Monthly newsletter


CITIZENS' COMMISSION ON CIVIL RIGHTS
2000 M Street NW, Suite 400
Washington, DC 20036

William L. Taylor, Vice Chair
Tel: (202) 659-5565
Fax: (202) 223-5302
TDD: None

The Commission is a bipartisan organization established in 1982
to monitor Federal civil rights enforcement and examine
important policy issues affecting equal opportunity. Since its
founding, the Citizens' Commission has issued several reports on
a broad range of civil rights issues, including affirmative
action, fair housing, voter registration, and the civil rights
policies of the Reagan, Bush, and Clinton administrations.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Policy studies


COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY FAIR HOUSING CLINIC
435 W. 116th Street, Room 8E 14
New York, NY 10027

Athena Vegeratos and Brenda Eberhart, Coordinators
Tel: (212) 854-4291
Fax: (212) 854-7946
TDD: None
Fax: (212)854-3554

The Clinic works on discrimination cases filed with the New York
City Human Rights Commission. Cases that are chosen concern
discrimination based on race, national origin, or familial
status, and are expected to be resolved within one year.

Geographic areas(s) served: City of New York
Type(s) of publications: None


COMMISSION FOR SOCIAL JUSTICE (CSJ), ORDER SONS OF ITALY IN
AMERICA
219 E Street, NE
Washington, DC 20002

Vincent S. Romano, President
Tel: (202) 547-2900
Fax: (202) 546-8168
TDD: None

The CSJ is the antidefamation arm of the Order Sons of Italy in
America, the oldest, largest and most demographically diverse
organization of Italian American men and women. CSJ works to
ensure equal concern, treatment, respect, freedom, and
opportunity for Americans regardless of race, ethnicity, creed,
age, or sex.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Quarterly newsletter


CONGRESS OF NATIONAL BLACK CHURCHES, INC. (CNBC)
1225 Eye Street, NW, Suite 750
Washington, DC 20005

The Reverend H. Michael Lemmons, Executive Director
Tel: (202) 371-1091
Fax: (202) 371-0908
TDD: None

CNBC is a coalition of eight major historically black
denominations: African Methodist Episcopal; African Methodist
Episcopal Zion; Christian Methodist Episcopal; Church of God in
Christ; National Baptist Convention of America, Inc.; National
Baptist Convention, USA, Inc.; National Missionary Baptist
Convention of America; and the Progressive National Baptist
Convention, Inc. Together these denominations represent 65,000
churches and memberships of more than 19 million people. CNBC is
a vehicle for collective church action to address the pain and
potential of African American people. To this end each year CNBC
sponsors a forum called the Annual Consultation. These forums
have enabled black leaders from different denominations to share
their understanding of the role of the church and to develop
programs to address issues of concern to the African American
community.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Semiannual newsletter


CONGRESS OF RACIAL EQUALITY (CORE)
30 Cooper Square
New York, NY 10003

Roy Innis, Chairman
Tel: (212) 598-4000
Fax: (212) 736-0765
TDD: None

CORE, founded in Chicago in 1942, played a major role in the
direct-action phase of the civil rights movement of the 1960s
when it attacked overt manifestations of racism and
discrimination in America. Today, CORE seeks "to unearth covert,
more subtle and unsuspecting forms of racism and discrimination,
including reverse racism."

Geographic areas(s) served: United States and international
Type(s) of publications: Magazine, quarterly, and bimonthly
newspaper


COUNCIL OF CHIEF STATE SCHOOL OFFICERS (CCSSO)
One Massachusetts Avenue NW, Suite 700
Washington, DC 20001

Gordon Ambach, Executive Director
Tel: (202) 408-5505
Fax: (202) 408-8072
TDD: None

CCSSO is a nonprofit organization composed of 57 public
officials who head the departments of elementary and secondary
education in the 50 States, in territories, and in the District
of Columbia. The Council's Resource Center on Educational Equity
was established to provide services designed to achieve
equitable, high-quality education for minorities, women and
girls, the disabled, the limited English proficient, and the low
income. The Center does research and policy formulation,
develops reports and other materials, operates grant and other
action programs, provides technical assistance to State
Educational Associations, holds working conferences, and
monitors Federal and state civil rights and educational programs
focused on disadvantaged students.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States and Department of
Defense Dependent Schools
Type(s) of publications: Directories, newsletters, surveys


CUBAN-AMERICAN LEGAL DEFENSE AND EDUCATION FUND (CALDEF)
2904 Shawnee Street
Fort Wayne, IN 46807

Graciela Beecher, Chairperson
Tel: (219) 745-5421
Fax: None
TDD: None

CALDEF is a national organization that was established to help
Cuban Americans and other Hispanics gain equal treatment and
equal opportunity in the fields of education, employment,
housing, politics, and justice. This organization strives to end
negative stereotyping of Hispanics and to educate the public
about the plight of Latin Americans. CALDEF is a nonprofit
organization funded by corporate and public contributions.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: None


CUBAN-AMERICAN NATIONAL COUNCIL (CNC)
1223 SW 4th Street, 3rd Floor
Miami, FL 33135

Agustin De Goytisolo, Chairman
Tel: (305) 642-3484
Fax: (305) 642-7463
TDD: None

CNC is a private nonprofit social service organization
established to identify the economic, social, and educational
needs of Cuban Americans and other Hispanics in the United
States, and to assist them in their adjustment to American
society. In addition to administering a network of services, CNC
develops cooperative relationships with Hispanic, minority, and
majority groups in order to benefit the entire community.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Quarterly newsletter and periodic
papers


DISABILITY RIGHTS EDUCATION AND DEFENSE FUND, INC. (DREDF)
2212 6th Street
Berkeley, CA 94710

May Lou Breslin, President
Tel: (510) 644-2555
Fax: (510) 841-8645
TDD: (510) 644-2555

DREDF is a national law and policy center that purses its
mission of strengthening and protecting the civil rights of
people with disabilities through education, training, technical
assistance, advocacy, litigation, and policy monitoring and
development. DREDF's long-term goal is the full integration of
people with disabilities into American life.
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Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Quarterly newsletter


DISABLED AMERICAN VETERANS (DAV)
807 Maine Avenue, SW
Washington, DC 20024

Arthur H. Wilson, National Adjutant
Tel: (202) 554-3501
Fax: (202) 554-3581
TDD: None

Formed in 1920 and chartered by Congress in 1932, the
million-member DAV is the official voice of America's
service-connected disabled veterans, thus representing all of
America's 2.1 million disabled veterans, their families, and
their survivors. Its nationwide network of services-free of
charge to all veterans and members of their families-is totally
supported by membership dues and contributions from the American
public.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Bimonthly magazine


EPILEPSY FOUNDATION OF AMERICA (EFA)
4351 Garden City Drive
Landover, MD 20785

Paulette V. Maehara, Chief Executive Officer
Tel: (301) 459-3700
Fax: (301) 577-2684
TDD: 1 (800) 332-2070

EFA provides information and general guidance on
epilepsy-related legal issues such as employment discrimination,
arrest for seizure-related behavior, and implementation of the
Americans with Disabilities Act.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Newspaper


FEDERATION OF ORGANIZATIONS FOR PROFESSIONAL WOMEN (FOPW)
1825 I Street, NW, Suite 400
Washington, DC 20006

Viola M. Young-Horvath, Executive Director
Tel: (202) 328-1415
Fax: (301) 949-3459
TDD: None

The FOPW advises and helps professional women whose civil rights
have been violated through harassment and gender discrimination
or plagiarism. It has established a professional women's legal
fund and cosponsors a support group for women who have suffered
discrimination.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Directory and newsletter


FRIENDS COMMITTEE ON NATIONAL LEGISLATION (FCNL)
245 2nd Street NE
Washington, DC 20002

Joe Volk, Executive Secretary
Tel: (202) 547-6000
Fax: (202) 547-6019
TDD: None

As a public interest lobby, FCNL works to promote civil rights
and opposes legislation that would deny any part of the
population civil rights. It supports the vigorous and diligent
protection of all the rights and freedoms guaranteed by the U.S.
Constitution.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Newsletter


HISPANIC AMERICAN CULTURAL EFFORT (HACE)
14th Street & Independence Avenue, SW
Room 1336-South
Washington, DC 20250

Carmen Michalakis, President
Tel: (202) 720-3174
Fax: (202) 720-8046
TDD: None

The mission of HACE is to counter discrimination in all forms,
in the interest of building positive attitudes that foster equal
opportunity for present and future employees of the U.S.
Department of Agriculture and Hispanic Americans seeking the
benefits of USDA programs and services. Its goal is to increase
the employment and advancement of Hispanic Americans within USDA
and the entire Federal Government.

Geographic areas(s) served: Washington, DC, metropolitan area
Type(s) of publications: None


HISPANIC ASSOCIATION OF COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES (HACU)
4204 Gardendale Street, Suite 216
San Antonio, TX 78229

Dr. Antonio R. Flores, President
Tel: (210) 692-3805
Fax: (210) 692-0823
TDD: None

HACU is a national association representing the nonprofit
accredited colleges and universities in the United States where
Hispanic students constitute at least 25 percent of the total
student enrollment. HACU's goal is to bring together colleges
and universities, schools, corporations, governmental agencies,
and individuals to establish partnerships for: promoting the
development of Hispanic-serving colleges and universities;
improving access to and the quality of post-secondary
educational opportunities for Hispanic students; and meeting the
needs of business, industry, and government through the
development and sharing of resources, information, and
expertise.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Bimonthly newsletter and annual reports


HISPANIC ASSOCIATION ON CORPORATE RESPONSIBILITY (HACR)
1730 Rhode Island Avenue, NW, Suite 505
Washington, DC 20036

Richard J. Bela, President
Tel: (202) 835-9672
Fax: (202) 457-0455
TDD: None

HACR's mission is to ensure equitable participation in corporate
America of the Hispanic community, commensurate with its market
contributions. HACR enters into cooperative partnerships with
leading American corporations, conducts research, and takes
surveys to monitor the progress of corporate America toward
including the Hispanic community in employment, procurement,
business opportunity, philanthropy, and corporate governance.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Bimonthly newsletter, annual study


HISPANIC ELECTED LOCAL OFFICIALS CAUCUS
1301 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20004

Mary Gordon, Manager, Constituency Service
Tel: (202) 626-3169
Fax: (202) 626-3043
TDD: None

This organization is a forum for exchange and communication
among Hispanic local government officials within the framework
of the National League of Cities (NLC). The objectives include:
encouraging participation of Hispanic officials for service in
the NLC, identifying qualified Hispanic officials for service in
the NLC as well as for other national positions, promoting
issues of interest to Hispanics and the status of Hispanics in
U.S. cities, and establishing liaisons with other organizations
concerned with municipal government or with issues of particular
concern to the Hispanic community.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: None


HISPANIC NATIONAL BAR ASSOCIATION (HNBA)
P.O. Box 66105
Washington, DC. 20003

Loretta Gutierrez Nestor, Executive Director
Tel: (202) 293-1507
Fax: (202) 293-1508
TDD: None

HNBA is a professional association dedicated to the advancement
of Hispanics in the legal profession. Its members are more than
6,500 of the approximately 15,000 Hispanic attorneys in the
United States, including law professors and judges. HNBA members
represent the diversity of attorneys of Hispanic origin admitted
to practice law in the United States, among them, Cuban
Americans, Mexican Americans, and Puerto Ricans.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Quarterly newsletters and guides


HISPANIC POLICY DEVELOPMENT PROJECT (HPDP)
36 E. 22nd Street, 9th Floor
New York, NY 10010

Siobhan Oppenheimer-Nicolau, President
Tel: (212) 529-9323
Fax: None
TDD: None

HPDP, a private nonprofit organization, is a national policy
analysis group focusing on the special characteristics and needs
of the country's Hispanic population from ages 15 to 24. HPDP
seeks to influence the development of positive public policy as
it affects education and employment. HPDP publishes pioneering
demographic studies, conducts surveys and polls, issues position
papers, and convenes Hispanic and non-Hispanic leaders from
business, government, professional groups, the media, and human
services groups in seminars and conferences.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Bilingual preschool books


INSTITUTE FOR PUERTO RICAN POLICY, INC. (IPR)
286 Fifth Avenue, 3rd Floor
New York, NY 10001-4512

Angelo Falcon, President
Tel: (212) 564-1075
Fax: (212) 564-1014
TDD: None

IPR is nonprofit and nonpartisan policy analysis organization
concerned with issues affecting the Puerto Rican community in
the United States. Institute activities revolve around three
program areas: urban policy analysis, civic participation, and
policy networking. IPR sponsors the National Puerto Rican Policy
Network, an 1,800-member information-sharing network.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States and Puerto Rico
Type(s) of publications: Journal, newsletter, annual calendar


INSTITUTE FOR WOMEN & WORK (IFWW)
Cornell University
School of Industrial-Labor Relations
16 E. 34th Street
New York, NY 10036

Dr. Francine Moccio, Director
Tel: (212) 340-2836
Fax: (212) 340-2822
TDD: None

The Institute is a research and educational program. The
Institute conducts applied research on issues regarding women's
employment rights and public policies. The mission of the
Institute is also to provide training to corporations, agencies,
and unions on issues related to Title VII of the Civil Rights
Acts of 1964 and 1991, such as sexual harassment prevention in
the workplace, promotion of cultural diversity, and the
implementation of public policies that fall under protected
activities for employees.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Policy studies


INTER-UNIVERSITY PROGRAM FOR LATINO RESEARCH (IUP)
Centro de Estudios Puertorriquenos
Hunter College, CUNY
695 Park Avenue
New York, NY 10021

Frank Bonilla, Executive Director
Tel: (212) 772-5674
Fax: None
TDD: None

IUP is a consortium of nine university-based Latino Research
Centers. The program's objectives are to initiate and support
research critical to the Latino community, with the goal of
producing results that will have impact on public policy.
Specific objectives are to promote comparative,
interdisciplinary, and cross research on the major Latino
groups; to establish working relationships among scholars whose
research focuses on Latino issues; to create a national network
of scholarly and policy communities concerned with issues
affecting Latinos; and to develop programs that support Latino
students and faculty in higher education.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Research reports


INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF MACHINISTS AND AEROSPACE WORKERS
(IAMAW)
Department of Human Rights
9000 Machinists Place
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772-2687

George J. Kourpias, International President
Tel: (301) 967-4502
Fax: (301) 967-4588
TDD: None

The Department has the responsibility of overseeing and
conducting human rights seminars within the organization to
inform and educate members regarding their rights under the law.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Newsletter and newspaper


INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF OFFICIAL HUMAN RIGHTS AGENCIES
(IAOHRA)
444 N. Capitol Street, NW, Suite 408
Washington, DC 20001

William M. Hale, President
(Vacant), Executive Director
Tel: (202) 624-5410
Fax: (202) 624-8185
TDD: None

IAOHRA is a membership organization of approximately 200 local
human rights agencies across the country. Its goals are to
promote civil and human rights around the world by providing
leadership in the development and enforcement of laws, foster
human and intergroup relations, and enhance human rights
practice under law. Member agencies work on a variety of issues.
Funds come from membership dues and private and public grants.
IAOHRA offers a variety of services to its members and the
general public. It runs a clearinghouse and publishes a regular
bulletin, develops educational programs, and assists in programs
working to end discrimination.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States and international
Type(s) of publications: Membership bulletin


INTERNATIONAL UNION OF UNITED AUTO WORKERS (UAW)
Civil Rights Department
8000 E. Jefferson Avenue
Detroit, MI 48214

Joe Davis, Director
Tel: (313) 926-5361
Fax: (313) 926-5708
TDD: None

The Department must, under the UAW International Constitution,
respond to all charges dealing with discrimination filed against
the labor organization by its members seeking relief through the
U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and/or 706
agencies; and moreover, give assistance and guidance to UAW
local unions in the furtherance of their duties to promote fair
employment practices and antidiscrimination policies.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States, Puerto Rico, and
Canada
Type(s) of publications: Quarterly newsletter


INTERRACIAL COUNCIL FOR BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY (ICBO)
51 Madison Avenue, Suite 2212
New York, NY 10010

Lorraine Kelsey, Executive Vice President
Tel: (212) 779-4360
Fax: (212) 779-4365
TDD: None

The Council fosters minority economic growth through business
development. The Council serves black, Hispanic and other
minority groups. Assisted by volunteer consultants from the
corporate sector, the Council identifies and evaluates possible
acquisitions and new business opportunities for entrepreneurs.
It also evaluates expansion possibilities for existing minority
firms. The Council offers courses in the fundamentals of
business operations, through its management training program.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Annual report and monthly newsletter


JEWISH LABOR COMMITTEE (JLC)
25 E. 21st Street, 2nd Floor
New York, NY 10010

Lenore Miller, President
Tel: (212) 477-0707
Fax: (212) 477-1918
TDD: None

JLC works closely with local and national trade unions to combat
racism, anti-Semitism, and other forms of discrimination in the
workplace and in society. JLC conducts programs to promote
respect for diversity in the work force and works with African
American, Latino, Asian Pacific, and other ethnically based
labor organizations to promote harmonious intergroup relations.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Quarterly review


JOINT CENTER FOR POLITICAL AND ECONOMIC STUDIES
1090 Vermont Avenue, NW, Room 1100
Washington, DC 20005-4961

Eddie N. Williams, President
Tel: (202) 789-3500
Fax: (202) 789-6390
TDD: None

The Center contributes to the Nation's public policy debates
through research, analysis, and information dissemination. It
seeks to improve the social and economic status of black
Americans, expand their effective participation in the political
and public policy arenas, and promote communications and
relationships across racial and ethnic lines to strengthen the
Nation's pluralistic society.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Monthly newsletter


JUDGE DAVID L. BAZELON CENTER FOR MENTAL HEALTH LAW
1101 15th Street, NW, Suite 1212
Washington, DC 20005

Bob Bernstein, Executive Director
Tel: (202) 467-5730
Fax: (202) 223-0409
TDD: (202) 467-4232

On behalf of people with mental disabilities, the Center pursues
test-case litigation and policy representation; trains and
supports lawyers; and advocates to enforce the Americans with
Disabilities Act, Fair Housing Act, and rights under Federal
laws to health care and other services and resources.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Manuals, reports, and consumer booklets


LABOR COUNCIL FOR LATIN AMERICAN ADVANCEMENT (LCLAA)
815 16th Street, NW, Suite 310
Washington, DC 20006

Henry C. Gonzalez, National President
Tel: (202) 347-4223
Fax: (202) 347-5095
TDD: None

LCLAA is a nonprofit, nonpartisan voter education and
registration organization with a mission to educate Hispanic
union members and their families of their rights.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Quarterly newsletter


LATINO INSTITUTE
228 S. Wabash, 6th Floor
Chicago, IL 60604

Migdalia (Millie) Rivera, Executive Director
Tel: (312) 663-3602
Fax: (312) 663-4023
TDD: None

The Institute is a policy and leadership development
not-for-profit organization that serves as a resource on Latino
issues for educators, community-based organizations, media,
governments, businesses, and the general public. The purpose of
the Institute is to empower individuals and groups to obtain a
fair share of public and private resources to improve the
quality of life for the Latino community in the Chicago
metropolitan area.

Geographic areas(s) served: Chicago metropolitan area
Type(s) of publications: Quarterly newsletter and research
reports


LAWYERS' COMMITTEE FOR CIVIL RIGHTS UNDER LAW
1450 G Street, NW, Suite 400
Washington, DC 20005

Barbara R. Arnwine, Executive Director
Tel: (202) 662-8600
Fax: (202) 842-3211
TDD: None

The Committee was created, according to its mission statement,
at the request of President Kennedy "to involve the private bar
in the provision of legal services to victims of racial
discrimination." Its areas of work include housing and school
desegregation, voting rights, employment discrimination, and
environmental racism.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: None


LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE EDUCATION FUND (LCEF)
1629 K Street, NW, Suite 1010
Washington, DC 20006

Arnold Aronson, President and Founder
Karen McGill Lawson, Executive Director
Tel: (202) 466-3434
Fax: (202) 466-3435
TDD: None

LCEF conducts research and educational activities on civil
rights issues. LCEF's goal is to strengthen the Nation's
commitment to civil rights and equality of opportunity for all.
It issues reports, serves as a clearinghouse, sponsors
conferences, develops public service announcements, and serves
as an adviser on civil rights-related projects.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Quarterly newsletter and periodic
publications


LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE ON CIVIL RIGHTS (LCCR)
1629 K Street, NW, Suite 1010
Washington, DC 20006

Dorothy Height, Chair
Wade Henderson, Executive Director
Tel: (202) 466-3311
Fax: (202) 466-3435
TDD: (202) 785-3859

LCCR is a coalition of 180 organizations representing
minorities, women, labor, religious denominations, persons with
disabilities, and older Americans. LCCR advocates for strong
Federal civil rights legislation and its enforcement.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Legislative alerts, memoranda on
current issues


LEAGUE OF UNITED LATIN AMERICAN CITIZENS (LULAC)
National Office
One State National Plaza
221 NW Kansas, Suite 1200
El Paso, TX 79901

Belen Robles , National President
Tel: (915) 577-0726
Fax: (915) 577-0914
TDD: None

With approximately 115,000 members throughout the United States,
LULAC is the oldest and largest Hispanic organization in the
country. Today it continues to pursue its original purpose of
uniting the efforts of civic groups to assist underprivileged
and underrepresented Hispanic Americans. It provides direct
services, as well as research on virtually all social,
political, and economic issues facing Hispanics. LULAC has
trained and found jobs for thousands of Hispanics; built housing
for thousands more; provided over $4 million in scholarship aid
to Hispanic students; launched programs for youth, women, and
the elderly; and reached out in cooperative alliance with
corporate America.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Bimonthly magazine


LEAGUE OF UNITED LATIN AMERICAN CITIZENS (LULAC)
Washington Office
1133 Twentieth Street, NW, Suite 750
Washington, DC 20036

Brent A. Wilkes, Executive Director
Tel: (202) 408-0060
Fax: (202) 408-0064
TDD: None


LEAGUE OF UNITED LATIN AMERICAN CITIZENS (LULAC) FOUNDATION
P.O. Box 902
Laredo, TX 78042-5544

Paul Garza, Chairman
Tel: (210) 722-5544
Fax: (210) 722-7731
TDD: None

The LULAC Foundation is a tax-exempt subsidiary of the League of
United Latin American Citizens (LULAC). The Foundation supports
efforts to improve the quality of life for Americans in the
United States. The Foundation operates programs in health
awareness and health care, helps qualified residents to become
citizens of the United States, and provides funds through the
LULAC councils to help grassroots volunteers participate in
local community improvement programs.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: None


LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS EDUCATION FUND (LWVEF)
1730 M Street, NW, Suite 1000
Washington, DC 20036

Judy Conover, Executive Director
Tel: (202) 429-1965
Fax: (202) 429-0854
TDD: None

LWVEF is committed to guaranteeing full, free, and equal access
to the ballot to all Americans regardless of gender, race, or
socioeconomic status. The LWVEF works closely with civil rights
organizations to monitor the implementation of the National
Voter Registration Act and to increase the percentage of
registered voters in those populations currently
underrepresented.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Reports, handbooks, posters, and guides


LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS OF THE UNITED STATES
1730 M Street, NW, 10th Floor
Washington, DC 20036

Becky Cain, President
Tel: (202) 429-1965
Fax: (202) 429-0854
TDD: None

The League works to promote social and economic justice, secure
equal rights for all, and combat discrimination and poverty. As
co-chair of a coalition for the National Voter Registration Act,
passed in 1993, the League acted to achieve the enfranchisement
of millions of citizens by making voter registration more
accessible. The League also undertakes projects to eliminate
discrimination against women.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Quarterly magazine


LEGAL SERVICES FOR THE ELDERLY (LSE)
130 W. 42nd Street, 17th Floor
New York, NY 10036-7803

Jonathan A. Weiss, Director
Tel: (212) 391-0120
Fax: (212) 719-1939
TDD: None

LSE handles discrimination cases associated with age, handicap,
race, national origin, and sex. Attorneys work for indigents.

Geographic areas(s) served: Not specific; this is a
backup/referral office
Type(s) of publications: Issue papers related to age
discrimination, social security and medicaid, SSI, etc.


MEIKLEJOHN CIVIL LIBERTIES INSTITUTE
P.O. Box 673
Berkeley, CA 94701-0673

Ann Fagan Ginger, Executive Director
Tel: (510) 848-0599
Fax: (510) 848-6008
TDD: None

The Institute advises activists regarding legal issues, new
laws, and national and international agencies to which they can
turn for redress of grievances; offers internships and
work-study opportunities to students and employment for seniors;
publishes and distributes books, directories, and studies of
issues and persons impacting civil rights; and archives
documents.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Biennial directory and annual
newsletter


MEXICAN AMERICAN LEGAL DEFENSE AND EDUCATIONAL FUND (MALDEF)
634 S. Spring Street, 11th Floor
Los Angeles, CA 90014

Antonia Hernandez, President and General Counsel
Tel: (213) 629-2512
Fax: (213) 629-0266
TDD: None

MALDEF is a national Latino litigation, advocacy, and
educational outreach institution. MALDEF's primary objective is
to protect and promote the civil rights of Latinos living in the
United States. MALDEF works to safeguard the rights of Latinos
and empower the community to participate fully in American
society. This is accomplished through legal action, community
education, advocacy, research, and the awarding of law school
scholarships.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Newsletter and annual report


MEXICAN-AMERICAN WOMEN'S NATIONAL ASSOCIATION (MANA)
1725 K Street, NW, Suite 501
Washington, DC 20006

Elisa Maria Sanchez, National President
Tel: (202) 833-0060
Fax: (202) 496-0588
TDD: None

Feminism finds a voice in Hispanic communities with MANA, an
association dedicated to advancing the status of American women
of Hispanic descent. MANA hopes to reach this goal by promoting
leadership among Hispanic women, improving communication, and by
furthering parity with Hispanics. MANA is a nonprofit
corporation financed by membership dues and by other donations.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Quarterly newsletter


MIGRANT LEGAL ACTION PROGRAM, INC. (MLAP)
P.O. Box 53308
Washington, DC 20009

Hon. Armando Rodriguez, Chairperson
Tel: (202) 462-7744
Fax: (202) 462-7914
TDD: None

This organization was established to protect and further the
rights and interest of migrant farmworkers. MLAP is not a
membership organization. There are 49 migrant field programs,
private attorneys and groups for which MLAP provides services,
such as resource material, policy development, litigation
support, public education, and training on farmworker housing,
labor conditions, and education.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Bimonthly newsletter


MINORITY BUSINESS ENTERPRISE LEGAL DEFENSE AND EDUCATION FUND
900 2nd Street, NW, Suite 8
Washington, DC 20002

Parren J. Mitchell, Chairperson
Tel: (202) 289-1700
Fax: (202) 289-1701
TDD: None

The Fund provides information and legal assistance to advance
the development of minority businesses nationwide. With a
membership of more than 2,000 minority business persons, the
Fund meets at least four times a year in sessions designed to
help entrepreneurs understand existing laws and pending
legislation that impact on minority business.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Newsletter


MORNING STAR INSTITUTE (MSI)
403 10th Street, SE
Washington, DC 20003

Susan Shown Harjo, President
Tel: (202) 547-5531
Fax: (202) 546-6724
TDD: None

The Institute is a national, nonprofit organization for support
of Native Peoples' traditional rights and advocacy of their
arts, with a special focus on Native American religious freedom
and cultural property rights. The Institute also serves as a
group sponsor of Native Children's Survival, devoted to the
healing of Mother Earth, and sponsors legal action and public
education to end use of Native Peoples' names and imagery in the
sports world.

Geographic areas(s) served: Indian Country
Type(s) of publications: Periodic subject reports, notices, and
guides


NAACP LEGAL DEFENSE & EDUCATION FUND, INC. (NAACP-LDEF)
99 Hudson Street, 16th Floor
New York, NY 10013

Elaine R. Jones, Director-Counsel
Tel: (212) 219-1900
Fax: (212) 226-7592
TDD: None

The Fund is a nonprofit civil rights law office that, through
litigation and other forms of advocacy, seeks to secure equal
rights for African Americans, other people of color, women, and
the poor, in voting, education, criminal justice, employment,
housing, health care, and the environment.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Quarterly newsletter


NATIONAL ALLIANCE FOR THE MENTALLY ILL (NAMI)
200 N. Glebe Road, Suite 1015
Arlington, VA 22203

Laurie M. Flynn, Executive Director
Tel: (703) 524-7600
Fax: (703) 524-9094
TDD: None

NAMI is the Nation's only grassroots family and consumer
organization devoted to the welfare of persons with severe and
persistent mental illnesses. It has over 140,000 members,
organized into 1,000 affiliates across the country.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Newsletter


NATIONAL ALLIANCE OF POSTAL & FEDERAL EMPLOYEES (NAPFE)
1628 11th Street, NW
Washington, DC 20001

James M. McGee, National President
Tel: (202) 939-6325
Fax: (202) 939-6389
TDD: None

Since its inception in 1913, NAPFE has committed its resources
to the elimination of racism both in the workplace and
throughout the country.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Monthly magazine and monthly newsletter


NATIONAL AMERICAN INDIAN COURT CLERKS ASSOCIATION (NAICCA)
1000 Connecticut Avenue, NW, Suite 1204
Washington, DC 20036

Hazel Elbert, Executive Director
Tel: (202) 296-0685
Fax: (202) 659-4377
TDD: None

NAICCA is a 287-member organization devoted to upgrading the
integrity, capabilities, and management of tribal courts through
training, testing, and certification of court clerks and court
administrators.

Geographic areas(s) served: Indian reservations and Indian
communities throughout the United States
Type(s) of publications: None


NATIONAL ASIAN PACIFIC AMERICAN LEGAL CONSORTIUM (NAPALC)
1629 K Street, NW, Suite 522
Washington, DC 20006

Karen K. Narasaki, Executive Director
Tel: (202) 296-2300
Fax: (202) 296-2318
TDD: None

The Consortium is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization
headquartered in Washington, DC. Its mission is to advance the
legal and civil rights of the Nation's 7.3 million Asian/Pacific
Americans through litigation, advocacy, public education, and
public policy development. NAPALC is affiliated with the Asian
American Legal Defense and Education Fund (New York), the Asian
Law Caucus (San Francisco), and the Asian Pacific American Legal
Center of Southern California (Los Angeles). Its present
priorities are anti-Asian violence, voting rights, immigration,
affirmative action, language rights, and census issues.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Quarterly newsletter


NATIONAL ASSOCIATION FOR BILINGUAL EDUCATION (NABE)
1220 L Street, NW, Room 605
Washington, DC 20005

James J. Lyons, Executive Director
Tel: (202) 898-1829
Fax: (202) 789-2866
TDD: None

NABE is a tax-exempt, nonprofit, national membership
professional and advocacy association founded in 1975 to address
the educational needs of language-minority Americans. Through a
balanced program for research, professional development, public
education, and legislative advocacy, NABE pursues the
implementation of educational policies and practices promoting
equal educational opportunity for language-minority students and
academic excellence for all American students.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Magazine, journal


NATIONAL ASSOCIATION FOR EQUAL OPPORTUNITY IN HIGHER EDUCATION
(NAFEO)
Lovejoy Building
400 12th Street, NE
Washington, DC 20002

Dr. Henry Ponder, President
Tel: (202) 543-9111
Fax: (202) 543-9113
TDD: None

The Association was founded in 1969 as a voluntary independent
association by historically black colleges and universities. It
is organized to articulate the need for a higher education
system where race, income, and previous education are not
determinants of either the quantity or the quality of higher
education. Colleges and universities of this Association are
committed in terms of their resources, human and financial, to
achieving that goal.

Geographic areas(s) served: 14 States, District of Columbia, and
the Virgin Islands
Type(s) of publications: Bimonthly magazine


NATIONAL ASSOCIATION FOR GIRLS & WOMEN IN SPORTS (NAGWIS)
1900 Association Drive
Reston, VA 20191

Diana Everett, Executive Director
Tel: (703) 476-3453
Fax: (703) 476-9527
TDD: None

The Association provides current information on Title IX issues
and advocacy for human rights (gender, race, sexual preference,
disability, etc.) within sports.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Newsletter


NATIONAL ASSOCIATION FOR THE ADVANCEMENT OF COLORED PEOPLE
(NAACP)
4805 Mt. Hope Drive
Baltimore, MD 21215-3297

Kweisi Mfume, President and CEO
Tel: (410) 358-8900
Fax: (410) 486-9256
TDD: None

NAACP is the oldest and largest civil rights organization. Its
programs include lobbying for civil rights legislation at the
Federal, State, and local levels; voter registration drives; and
direct action. In addition, the organization works for the
enforcement of civil rights legislation, files complaints with
Federal agencies, and conducts public information programs aimed
at developing a climate of opinion receptive to improved racial
relations. All projects are determined by the national
organization and its local chapters.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Journal, reports, newsletter


NATIONAL ASSOCIATION FOR WOMEN IN EDUCATION (NAWE)
1325 18th Street, NW, Suite 210
Washington, DC 20036

Lynn M. Gangone, Executive Director
Tel: (202) 659-9330
Fax: (202) 457-0946
TDD: None

NAWE serves as an advocate for women's issues. NAWE has
supported the following through resolutions and advocacy:
enforcement and support of Title IX; ratification of the Equal
Rights Amendment; fair and equitable financial aid for part-time
students; elimination of sex role stereotyping; equal
opportunity and employment practices for women educators and
students; elimination of, and education about, sexual
harassment; equal retirement and pension benefits; child care
and family leave; pay equity; the Civil Rights Restoration Act;
racial justice and human dignity; elimination of drug and
alcohol abuse; programs for persons with disabilities; and AIDS
education, funding, and sensitivity.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Journal and newsletter


NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF BLACK JOURNALISTS
P.O. Box 4222
Reston, VA 22091

Dorothy Butler-Gilliam, President
Tel: (703) 648-1270
Fax: (703) 476-6245
TDD: None

Members of the Association are working journalists and represent
most of the Nation's large newspapers, magazines, radio and
television stations, and broadcast networks. The Association was
founded to expand and balance media coverage of the black
community and to recruit black youth into journalism.
Educational programs for members assist black journalists in
upgrading their professional skills and encourage entry into
management positions. The Association has 2,400 members in 87
chapters.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Monthly journal


NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF BLACK SOCIALWORKERS, INC. (NABSWE)
8436 W. McNichols Avenue
Detroit, MI 48221

Leonard Dunston, President
Tel: (313) 862-6700
Fax: (313) 862-6998
TDD: None

NABSWE provides a structure and forum through which black social
workers and workers in related fields of social services
exchange ideas, offer services, and develop programs to work in
cooperation with, or to support, develop, or sponsor, community
welfare projects and programs. The Association has more than
10,000 members in more than 200 chapters in the U.S. and abroad.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States and international
Type(s) of publications: Quarterly newsletter


NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES COUNCILS
(NADDC)
1234 Massachusetts Avenue, NW, Suite 103
Washington, DC 20005

Susan A. Zierman, Executive Director
Tel: (202) 347-1234
Fax: (202) 347-4023
TDD: None

The mission of the Association is to promote national policy
that provides individuals with developmental disabilities the
opportunity to make choices regarding the quality of their lives
and be included in the community, and to provide support and
assistance to member Councils.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Monthly newsletter and various
publications


NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF HISPANIC JOURNALISTS (NAHJ)
1193 National Press Building
Washington, DC 20045

Patrick Salazar, Executive Director
Tel: (202) 662-7145
Fax: (202) 662-7144
TDD: None

NAHJ is dedicated to the recognition and professional
advancement of Hispanics in the news industry. NAHJ offers a
national voice and unified vision for all Hispanic journalists.
Among its goals are: to further employment and career
development for Hispanics working in the news media; to organize
mutual support among Hispanic journalists in English, Spanish,
and bilingual media; and to promote fair treatment of Hispanics
by the media.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States, Canada, and Latin
America
Type(s) of publications: Newsletter, surveys


NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF HUMAN RIGHTS WORKERS (NAHRW)
P.O. Box 4490
Columbia, SC 29240

Mary Dunlap Snead, President
Tel: (803) 253-6336
Fax: (803) 253-4191
TDD: (803) 253-4125

The purpose of NAHRW is to encourage collection, compilation,
and dissemination of ideas, information, and research; and to
facilitate the exchange of knowledge, experience, and research
among governmental agencies and private organizations dealing
with racial, religious, ethnic, cultural relations, and other
protected classes, along with advancing science, processes, and
intergroup relations to improve the standards of work in these
fields.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States, U.S. Territories, and
Canada
Type(s) of publications: Magazine


NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF LATINO ELECTED AND APPOINTED OFFICIALS
EDUCATION FUND (NALEO)
514 C Street, NE
Washington, DC 20002

Hon. Harry Pachon, President
Tel: (202) 546-2536
Fax: (202) 546-4121
TDD: None

NALEO is a national, nonpartisan, nonprofit Hispanic civic
research and civic action organization, concerned with a broad
range of issues affecting the Hispanic community, including
Federal employment of Hispanics, U.S. citizenship, development
of leadership skills for Latino youth, technical assistance for
newly elected officials, and political empowerment of Latinos.
NALEO is an advocate of increased access to U.S. citizenship for
the Nation's legal permanent residents. It maintains a
clearinghouse on citizenship materials.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Bimonthly and quarterly newsletters,
annual national directory


NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF MINORITY CONTRACTORS
666 11th Street, NW, Suite 520
Washington, DC 20001

Samuel Carradine, Jr., Executive Director
Tel: (202) 347-8259
Fax: (202) 628-1876
TDD: None

The Association is a full-service nonprofit educational
association representing 3,500 African American, Hispanic,
Asian/Pacific, and Native American contractors in 47 States, the
District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands. The
organization disseminates information of importance to minority
contractors, which includes the identification of procurement
opportunities in the public and the private sectors. Through
government grants, the Association provides training programs
for members. It acts as a national advocate for minority
contracts in various political forums

Geographic areas(s) served: United States and Territories
Type(s) of publications: None


NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF PROTECTION & ADVOCACY SYSTEMS (NAPAS)
900 2nd Street, NE, Suite 211
Washington, DC 20002

Curt Decker, Executive Director
Tel: (202) 408-9514
Fax: (202) 408-9520
TDD: (202) 408-9521

The Association represents Protection & Advocacy (P&A) Systems
established to address abuse, neglect, and lack of programming
in institutions for persons with disabilities. Congress has
created distinct statutory programs to meet the needs of
different populations of persons with disabilities. A P&A System
is federally mandated in each State and Territory to protect the
rights of persons with disabilities through legal based
advocacy.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Technical manuals


NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF SECONDARY SCHOOL PRINCIPALS (NASSP)
1904 Association Drive
Reston, VA 20191-1537

Stephen R. Yurek, General Counsel
Tel: (703) 860-7333
Fax: (703) 476-5432
TDD: None

NASSP is committed to supporting the civil rights of children,
school leaders, and parents related to education. NASSP is also
committed to the intellectual growth, academic achievement,
character and leadership development, and physical well-being of
youth. NASSP provides assistance to its members to ensure that
their civil rights are protected, participates in judicial
proceedings related to civil rights issues affecting eduction,
and educates members and the public on civil rights issues.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Monthly newsletter, magazines, and
academic journals


NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF STATE MENTAL HEALTH PROGRAM DIRECTORS
(NASMHPD)
66 Canal Center Plaza, Suite 302
Alexandria, VA 22314-1591

Robert W. Glover, Ph.D., Executive Director
Tel: (703) 739-9333
Fax: (703) 548-9517
TDD: None

The NASMHPD is organized to reflect and advocate for the
collective interest of State mental health authorities and their
directors at the national level. NASMHPD analyzes trends in the
delivery and financing of mental health services and builds and
disseminates knowledge and experience reflecting the integration
of public mental health programming in evolving health care
environments. The association identifies public mental health
policy issues, apprises its members of research findings and
best practices in the delivery of mental health services,
fosters collaboration, provides consultation and technical
assistance, and promotes effective management practices and
financing mechanisms adequate to sustain the mission. NASMHPD
takes action that reflects the position of State mental health
authorities on public mental health issues and coordinates at
the national level with organizations of related interests.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Periodic bulletins


NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF STATE UNIVERSITIES AND LAND-GRANT
COLLEGES (NASULGC)
Office for the Advancement of the Public Black
Colleges (OAPBC)
1 Dupont Circle, NW, Suite 710
Washington, DC 20036

Dr. C. Peter Magrath, President
Tel: (202) 778-0818
Fax: (202) 296-6456
TDD: None

NASULGC works for the development of historically black
land-grant institutions, coordinated through the programs and
activities of the Office for the Advancement of the Public Black
Colleges (OAPBC).

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Newsletter


NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF WOMEN BUSINESS OWNERS (NAWBO)
1100 Wayne Avenue, Suite 830
Silver Spring, MD 20910

Susan Tuller, President
Tel: (301) 608-2590
Fax: (301) 608-2596
TDD: None

NAWBO supports equal opportunity in employment and services in
the public and private sector and represents women business
owners in that process.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Newsletter and magazine


NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF WOMEN JUDGES (NAWJ)
815 15th Street, NW, Room 601
Washington, DC 20005

Esther K. Ochsman, Executive Director
Tel: (202) 393-0222
Fax: (202) 393-0125
TDD: None

NAWJ is a nonprofit educational organization dedicated to
eliminating bias in the administration of justice and expanding
diversity on the bench. NAWJ has been a leader in an effort to
establish State and Federal gender bias task forces.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Judicial circular, newsletter, judicial
guide


NATIONAL BAR ASSOCIATION
1225 11th Street, NW
Washington, DC 20001

Lawrence Boze, President
Tel: (202) 842-3900
Fax: (202) 289-6170
TDD: None

The Association represents 16,000 lawyers in 79 affiliated
chapters throughout the U.S. and in the Virgin Islands. The
Association works to ensure that equal justice prevails for all
Americans. Its activities include legislative advocacy, seminar
development, and technical assistance to members in specific
legal areas.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States and Territories
Type(s) of publications: Bimonthly newsletter, and monthly
magazine


NATIONAL BLACK CAUCUS OF STATE LEGISLATORS (NBCSL)
444 North Capitol Street, NW, Room 662
Washington, DC 20001

Ivan Lenier, Interim Executive Director
Tel: (202) 624-5457
Fax: (202) 508-3826
TDD: None

NBCSL carries out networking and the sharing of information on
civil rights issues with organizations in the civil rights
community and allows State legislators to take this information
and develop effective public policy.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Newsletter


NATIONAL BLACK POLICE ASSOCIATION (NBPA)
3251 Mt. Pleasant Street, NW
Washington, DC 20010

Leslie Seymore, Chairperson
Tel: (202) 986-2070
Fax: (202) 986-0410
TDD: None

The Association is a nationwide organization of African American
Police Associations, dedicated to the promotion of justice,
fairness, and effectiveness in law enforcement. NBPA has more
than 130 member associations representing approximately 35,000
individual members. The principal concerns of NBPA are law
enforcement issues and the effects of those issues upon the
total community. NBPA serves as an advocate for minority police
officers and establishes a national network for the training and
education of all police officers and others interested in law
enforcement.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Newsletter


NATIONAL CATHOLIC CONFERENCE FOR INTERRACIAL JUSTICE (NCCIJ)
1200 Varnum Street, NE
Washington, DC 20017

Joseph M. Conrad, Jr., Executive Director
Tel: (202) 529-6480
Fax: (202) 526-1262
TDD: None

The Conference is an independently incorporated organization
promoting interracial justice and intercultural collaboration on
a nonsectarian basis since 1960. NCCIJ is an organization of
committed persons from many races and cultures rooted within the
traditions, aspirations, and social teachings of the Catholic
Church. The mission of the NCCIJ is to educate, advocate, and
facilitate interracial relations and economic justice; uncover
and fight racism wherever it is found; and promote and carry out
model programs, and interracial and intercultural communication,
collaboration, reconciliation, and celebration.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Newsletter


NATIONAL CATHOLIC EDUCATIONAL ASSOCIATION (NCEA)
1077 30th Street, NW
Washington, DC 20007

Dr. Leonard Desiore, President
Tel: (202) 337-6232
Fax: (202) 333-6706
TDD: None

NCEA's primary concerns are civil rights, human rights, and
placing social justice emphasis in all educational projects and
programs.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Quarterly journal, newsletters, books,
and videos


NATIONAL COALITION ON BLACK VOTERS PARTICIPATION, INC. (NCBVP)
1629 K Street, NW, Suite 801
Washington, DC 20006

Melanie Campbell Hill, Interim Executive Director
Tel: (202) 659-4929
Fax: (202) 659-5025
TDD: None

The Coalition is dedicated to increasing black voter
registration and turnout and to eradicating barriers to full
political participation for African Americans.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Quarterly newsletter


NATIONAL COMMITTEE ON PAY EQUITY
1126 16th Street, NW, Suite 411
Washington, DC 20036

Susan Bianchi-Sand, Executive Director
Tel: (202) 331-7343
Fax: (202) 331-7406
TDD: None

The Committee is a nonprofit coalition of individuals, women's
and civil rights organizations, and labor unions battling wage
discrimination against women and people of color. The Committee
advocates fair pay policies for workers in jobs traditionally
held by women and places where minority workers are often
concentrated.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Semiannual newsletter and fact sheets


NATIONAL CONFERENCE FOR COMMUNITY AND JUSTICE (NCCJ)
71 Fifth Avenue, Suite 1100
New York, NY 10003

Sandford Cloud, Jr, President and CEO
Tel: (212) 206-0006
Fax: (212) 255-6177
TDD: None

NCCJ was founded in 1927 as the National Conference of
Christians and Jews. NCCJ is a human relations organization
dedicated to fighting bias, bigotry and racism and promoting
understanding and respect among all races, religions and
cultures through advocary, conflict resolution and education.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: National Updates with regional news


NATIONAL CONFERENCE OF BLACK MAYORS, INC.
1422 W. Peachtree Street, NW, Suite 800
Atlanta, GA 30309

Michelle D. Kourouma, Executive Director
Tel: (404) 892-0127
Fax: (404) 876-4597
TDD: None

The Conference, established in 1974 as the Southern Conference
of Black Mayors, Inc., now represents 350 black mayors in 30
States. The Conference is nonpartisan and provides a means of
service delivery to member mayors across the Nation. In addition
to technical assistance programs for community and economic
development and grants activities, the Conference continues to
sponsor an Economic Development Task Force composed of corporate
executives committed to effective public-private partnerships.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: None


NATIONAL CONFERENCE OF PUERTO RICAN WOMEN (NACOPRW)
5 Thomas Circle, NW
Washington, DC 20005

Vanny Marrero, National President
Tel: (202) 387-4716
Fax: (202) 885-6558
TDD: None

NACOPRW is a nonpartisan national organization that promotes the
equal participation of Puerto Rican and all other Hispanic women
in the educational, social, economic, and political lives in the
United States and Puerto Rico.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States and Puerto Rico
Type(s) of publications: Newsletter


NATIONAL COUNCIL OF JEWISH WOMEN (NCJW)
53 W. 23rd Street, 6th Floor
New York, NY 10010

Susan Katz, Executive Director
Tel: (212) 645-4048
Fax: (212) 645-7466
TDD: None

NCJW is a volunteer organization, inspired by Jewish values,
that works through a program of research, education, advocacy,
and community service to improve the quality of life for women,
children, and families and strives to ensure individual rights
and freedoms for all.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Quarterly newsletter


NATIONAL COUNCIL OF LA RAZA (NCLR)
1111 19th Street, NW, Suite 1000
Washington, DC 20036

Raul Yzaguirre, President and CEO
Tel: (202) 785-1670
Fax: (202) 785-0851
TDD: None

NCLR is a private, nonprofit organization dedicated to reducing
poverty and discrimination, and improving life opportunities for
Hispanic Americans. NCLR is the largest constituency-based
national Hispanic organization, and represents nearly 200 formal
affiliates-local community-based Hispanic organizations-who
together serve more than 2 million Hispanics annually in 38
States, Puerto Rico and the District of Columbia. One of NCLR's
primary policy goals is to promote and strengthen civil rights
enforcement laws in the areas of employment, education,
affirmative action, and voting rights.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Newsletter, quarterly legislative
updates and occasional reports on persisting and emerging issues


NATIONAL COUNCIL OF NEGRO WOMEN, INC.
633 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20004

Dr. Jane Elaine Smith, National President and CEO
Tel: (202) 737-0120
Fax: (202) 737-0476
TDD: None

The Council is a voluntary, nonprofit, membership organization
designed to help women improve the quality of life for
themselves, their families, and the community through 33
national affiliated organizations and 254 community-based
sections. The group has an outreach to 4 million women, who
contribute to peaceful solutions for problems of human welfare
and rights. It sponsors educational, economical, social,
cultural, and scientific self-help projects nationally and in
specific communities. Though its projects, the Council strives
to achieve equality of opportunity and eliminate prejudice and
discrimination based on race, creed, color, sex, or national
origin.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: None


NATIONAL EDUCATION ASSOCIATION (NEA)
1201 16th Street, NW
Washington, DC 20036

Robert Chase, President
Earl Jones, Director, Human and Civil Rights
Tel: (202) 822-7700
Fax: (202) 822-7578
TDD: None

NEA promotes equity for all by providing information, technical
assistance, and training to NEA members and affiliates in the
areas of academic freedom, discrimination, diversity, gender
equity, minority and women's leadership, minority teacher
recruitment, school violence, and sexual harassment.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Issue action sheet


NATIONAL EMPLOYMENT LAWYERS ASSOCIATION (NELA)
600 Harrison Street, Suite 535
San Francisco, CA 94107

Terisa E. Chaw, Executive Director
Tel: (415) 227-4655
Fax: (415) 495-7465
TDD: None

NELA is a professional organization composed of lawyers who
represent individual employees in cases involving discrimination
and other matters covered by employment laws. The laws include
Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Americans with
Disabilities Act, and the Age Discrimination in Employment Act,
as well as the U.S. Constitution.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: None


NATIONAL FEDERATION OF THE BLIND (NFB)
1800 Johnson Street
Baltimore, MD 21230

Marc Maurer, President
Tel: (410) 659-9314
Fax: (410) 685-5653
TDD: None

The National Federation of the Blind acts as a vehicle for
collective self-expression by the blind. The ultimate goal is
the complete integration of the blind into society on the basis
of equality. Programs and services include: advocacy and
protection of civil rights, informal counseling and referral,
literature and materials about blindness, scholarships, aids and
appliances, job opportunities for the blind (in cooperation with
the U.S. Department of Labor), development and evaluation of
technology, and support for blind persons and their families.
The National Federation of the Blind has State affiliates in all
50 States, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico, with local
chapters in most major cities.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States and Puerto Rico
Type(s) of publications: Quarterly and monthly magazines


NATIONAL HISPANIC COUNCIL ON AGING (NHCoA)
2713 Ontario Road, NW
Washington, DC 20009

Dr. Marta Sotomayor, President and CEO
Tel: (202) 745-2521
Fax: (202) 745-2522
TDD: None

NHCoA, as a national network, promotes the sharing of resources,
the establishment of ties with other organizations, and
collaborative projects on behalf of the Hispanic elderly. NHCoA
carries out most of its activities through its membership and
local chapters, affiliates, and organizational members.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Quarterly newsletter


NATIONAL HISPANIC MEDIA COALITION
5400 E. Olympic Boulevard, Suite 250
Los Angeles, CA 90022

Ester Renteria, National Chair
Tel: (213) 726-7690
Fax: None
TDD: None

The Coalition is composed of 150 groups and has a membership of
55,000 persons, with affiliates in Chicago, Miami, and New York.
The Coalition's goal is to improve the image of Hispanic
Americans in radio, television, and films. It works to ensure an
increase in employment of Hispanic Americans in the media.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Semiannual magazine


NATIONAL IMAGE INC.
930 W. 7th Avenue, Suite 139
Denver, CO 80204-4417

Thomas Gomez, President
Tel: (303) 534-6534
Fax: (303) 534-0796
TDD: None

Working through more than 50 chapters and affiliates, the
purpose of National Image, Inc., is to develop, promote, and
increase employment opportunities for Hispanic Americans, both
in the private and public sectors, while seeking equality in
status and achievement. Among its programs, IMAGE administers
the Project Cambio Foundation, which provides scholarships for
Hispanic women pursuing a career change or reentering the work
force. Another program administered by IMAGE is the Aviso
Program, which matches employees with employers' specifications
nationwide. Project Partnership, with various government and
private sector employees, works to expand employment
opportunities in all areas.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Quarterly newsletter


NATIONAL INFORMATION CENTER FOR CHILDREN AND YOUTH WITH
DISABILITIES (NICHCY)
P.O. Box 1492
Washington, DC 20013-1492

Susanne Ripley, Director
Tel: (202) 884-8200 or 1 (800) 695-0285
Fax: (202) 884-8441
TDD: (202) 884-8200

NICHCY provides services to parents, teachers, professionals,
advocates, etc., interested in obtaining information about
children and youth with disabilities. This includes information
about the Americans with Disabilities Act, section 504, of the
Rehabilitation Act Individuals with Disabilities in Education
Act, and civil rights.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Various publications


NATIONAL LATINAS CAUCUS (NLC)
853 Broadway, 5th Floor
New York, NY 10003

Yolanda Sanchez, President
Tel: (212) 614-2903
Fax: None
TDD: None

NLC deals primarily with issues of concern to Latinas. The
principal goal of its organization is to empower women in local
communities by organizing and developing networks around issues
of common concern, to provide opportunities for personal and
professional advancement, and to foster a stronger sense of self
awareness. Special projects include El Barrio Renaissance, an
effort to create low- and moderate-income residential units by
renovating city-owned vacant buildings, and Economic/Leadership
Development mini-courses for Latinas.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Bimonthly community newspaper


NATIONAL LATINO COMMUNICATIONS CENTER (NLCC)
3171 Los Feliz Boulevard, Suite 201
Los Angeles, CA 90039

Jay Rodriquez, Chair
Jose Luis Ruiz, Executive Director
Tel: (213) 663-8294
Fax: (213) 663-5606
TDD: None

The National Latino Communications Center is a nonprofit media
arts and production center whose mission is: to provide quality
Latino programs to the national public television audience that
illuminate the depth and diversity of the Latino experience, to
nurture Latino media artists by providing professional
assistance, and to provide a sustained institutional framework
for utilizing the broadcast media to empower Latinos.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Newsletter


NATIONAL LATINO PEACE OFFICERS ASSOCIATION (NLPOA)
5524 Assembly Court, Suite 10
Sacramento, CA 95823

Gene Reyes, Executive Director
Tel: (916) 393-9644
Fax: None
TDD: None

The primary goal of the National Latino Peace Officers
Association is to increase the representation of Hispanics at
the Federal, State, and local levels of the criminal justice
system. The organization also works to enhance the image and
professionalism of law enforcement in general and Hispanics in
particular. There are currently NLPOA chapters in eight States.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: None


NATIONAL LEGAL AID & DEFENDER ASSOCIATION (NLADA)
1625 K Street, NW, Suite 800
Washington, DC 20006

Clinton Lyons, Executive Director
Tel: (202) 452-0620
Fax: (202) 872-1031
TDD: None

NLADA advocates for the continuing availability of high quality
legal services for poor and low-income Americans. The
Association provides training, technical assistance, and support
for its membership, which includes numerous civil rights
organizations.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Quarterly newsletter


NATIONAL MINORITY SUPPLIER DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL, INC. (NMSDC)
15 W. 39th Street, 9th Floor
New York, NY 10018

Harriet R. Michel, President
Tel: (212) 944-2430
Fax: (212) 719-9611
TDD: None

Providing a direct link between corporate America and
minority-owned businesses is the primary objective of the
Council. The NMSDC Network, which includes 44 affiliated
regional councils, matches more than 15,000 certified minority
business enterprises (black, Hispanic, Asian, and Native
American) with its more than 3,500 corporate members-including
most Fortune 500 companies-that want to purchase goods and
services.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Quarterly newsletter


NATIONAL NEWSPAPER PUBLISHERS ASSOCIATION (NNPA)
3200 13th Street, NW
Washington, DC 20010

Yvonne Cooper, Executive Director
Tel: (202) 588-8765
Fax: (202) 588-5029
TDD: None

The Black Press of America is the representative for 210 African
American-oriented newspapers. NNPA is a wire service that
gathers relevant news about the African American community and
issues and distributes information to newspapers across the
country. The Association promotes the interest of the black
press in governmental and corporate areas and encourages
cooperative efforts among its members.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Newspapers and newsletters


NATIONAL PARENTS TEACHERS ASSOCIATION (NPTA)
330 N. Wabash Avenue, Suite 2100
Chicago, IL 60611-3690

Joan Dykstra, National PTA President
Tel: (312) 670-6782
Fax: (312) 670-6783
TDD: None

The mission of NPTA is to support children and youth and speak
on their behalf in the schools, in the community, and before
governmental bodies and other organizations that make decisions
affecting children; to assist parents in developing the skills
they need to raise and protect their children; and to encourage
parent and public involvement in the public schools of this
Nation.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Monthly magazine


NATIONAL PUERTO RICAN COALITION, INC. (NPRC)
1700 K Street, NW, Suite 300
Washington, DC 20006

Manuel Mirabal, President, and Nestor Rios, CEO
Tel: (202) 223-3915
Fax: (202) 429-2223
TDD: None

NPRC's basic mission is to further the social, economic, and
political well-being of Puerto Ricans throughout the United
States and Puerto Rico. Through a coordinated national advocacy
program, NPRC attempts to advance the Puerto Rican community's
empowerment at all levels of the public and private sectors.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Monthly newsletter


NATIONAL PUERTO RICAN FORUM, INC. (NPRF)
31 E. 32nd Street, 4th Floor
New York, NY 10016

Coni Batlle, President
Tel: (212) 685-2311
Fax: (212) 689-5034 or (212) 685-2349
TDD: None

The Forum's mission is to empower Puerto Rican and Latinos to
achieve social-economic and political parity through leadership,
education, and economic advancement.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Newsletter


NATIONAL RAINBOW COALITION
1002 Wisconsin Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20007

The Reverend Jessie L. Jackson, President and Founder
Tel: (202) 333-5270
Fax: (202) 728-1192
TDD: None

The Coalition is a multiracial, multi-issue national membership
organization. Its mission is to move the Nation and the world
toward social, racial, and economic justice by building bridges.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Weekly Fax and quarterly newsletter


NATIONAL SENIOR CITIZENS LAW CENTER (NSCLC)
1815 H Street, NW, Suite 700
Washington, DC 20006

Burton D. Fretz, Executive Director
Tel: (202) 887-5280
Fax: (202) 785-6792
TDD: None

The Law Center advocates nationally for low-income older clients
and provides legal support to local legal services programs and
pro bono attorneys.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Weekly newsletter


NATIONAL STIGMA CLEARINGHOUSE
275 7th Avenue, 16th Floor
New York, NY 10001

Jean Arnold, Chair
Nora Weinarth, Co-Chair
Tel: (212) 255-4411
Fax: (212) 255-4411
TDD: None

The National Stigma Clearinghouse works to end discrimination
against people diagnosed with mental illnesses by protesting
inaccurate portrayals of mental illness in the media, an
important source of negative public opinion. Its national
network of stigma busters supplies the offender with accurate
information to replace stigmatizing and stereotypes.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Monthly reports


NATIONAL URBAN COALITION
727 15th Street, NW, Suite 900
Washington, DC 20002

Dr. Ramona H. Edelin, President and CEO
Tel: (202) 986-1460
Fax: (202) 986-1468
TDD: None

The Coalition is an urban action, advocacy, and information
organization. Founded in 1967, the Coalition serves as an
advocate for poor, minority, and working-class residents in
urban areas. Through a network of 40 local affiliates, it seeks
to build partnerships among representatives of the private
sector, governments, and people of urban communities to
stabilize and revitalize American cities. The Coalition operates
programs in urban education leadership development, housing, and
urban health. It works to increase the involvement of children
of color in science, mathematics, and computer skills.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Quarterly newsletter


NATIONAL URBAN LEAGUE, INC.
1111 14th Street, NW
Washington, DC 20005

Hugh B. Price, President
Tel: (202) 898-1604
Fax: (202) 408-1965
TDD: None

The League is a nonprofit organization with 114 affiliate
offices in 34 States and the District of Columbia. The League
was established in 1910 to help African Americans attain social
and economic equality. Its mission is accomplished through the
coordination of program services, the encouragement of bridge
building among diverse ethnic groups, the advocacy of public
policy for the underserved, and the provision of technical
support for its affiliates. Throughout its history, the League's
presence in urban America has symbolized the building of public
and private partnerships for the well-being of its constituents.
Although the methods for implementing its objectives have
evolved, the organization's purpose remains true to its original
mandate.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Studies, reports


NATIONAL WOMEN'S LAW CENTER (NWLC)
11 Dupont Circle NW, Suite 800
Washington, DC 20036

Nancy Duff Campbell, Marcia D. Greenberger
Co-Presidents
Tel: (202) 588-5180
Fax: (202) 588-5185
TDD: None

The Center challenges the law and the legal system to protect
women's rights and to respond to women's needs. In public policy
areas, from education and employment to reproductive rights and
family support, the Center brings indepth research, analysis,
and legal expertise to bear on the critical issues of the day to
advance the rights of women and girls across the Nation.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Quarterly newsletter, annual report,
legal texts, public policy research reports and papers, resource
guides, testimony, articles, fact sheets


NOW LEGAL DEFENSE AND EDUCATION FUND (NOW-LDEF)
99 Hudson Street
New York, NY 10013

Kathryn J. Rodgers, Executive Director
Tel: (212) 925-6635
Fax: (212) 226-1066
TDD: None

NOW-LDEF is a women's legal advocacy organization focusing on
impact litigation and legislative strategies.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Newsletter, legal resource kits


OPERATION PUSH (PEOPLE UNITED TO SERVE HUMANITY)
930 E. 50th Street
Chicago, IL 60615

The Reverend Willie T. Barrow, Chairman and CEO
Tel: (312) 373-3366
Fax: (312) 373-3571
TDD: None

Operation PUSH is dedicated to achieving economic and political
parity for blacks, other minorities, females, and poor people of
all races. With 50 local chapters and 38 affiliates across the
country, PUSH promotes full employment, enactment of an
"economic bill of rights" to assure the basic needs of black
young people and the elderly, greater minority participation in
the political system, and prison reform. The group also
advocates improved health care, adequate housing, and
educational facilities for all people; greater attention to the
needs of veterans; and the enhancement of African/African
American unity.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: None


OPPORTUNITIES INDUSTRIALIZATION CENTERS OF AMERICA, INC.
1415 N. Broad Street, Room 111
Philadelphia, PA 19122

Dr. Leon H. Sullivan, Chairman
Tel: (215) 236-4500
Fax: (215) 236-7480
TDD: None

The Center, founded in 1964, is a network of employment and
training programs bound together by a common commitment to serve
the poor and unemployed. The organization serves disadvantaged
and under-skilled Americans of all races. A philosophy of
self-help and the Center's system of developing the "whole
person" are intended to enable individuals to become
self-sufficient, productive workers.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: None


ORGANIZATION OF CHINESE AMERICANS (OCA)
1001 Connecticut Avenue, NW, Suite 707
Washington, DC 20036

Daphne Kwok, Executive Director
Tel: (202) 223-5500
Fax: (202) 296-0540
TDD: None

OCA is a national civil rights organization with 39 chapters
across the United States, one chapter in Hong Kong, and 12
college organizational affiliates. Issues on which OCA works
include: immigration, affirmative action, language rights,
political participation, business opportunities, discrimination,
hate crimes, and public safety issues (AIDS, drinking and
driving).

Geographic areas(s) served: United States and international
Type(s) of publications: Quarterly magazine and national
directory


PARLIAMENTARY HUMAN RIGHTS FOUNDATION (PHRF)
1056 Thomas Jefferson Street, NW
Washington, DC 20007-3813

Don Bonker, Chairman and President
Tel: (202) 333-1407
Fax: (202) 333-1275
TDD: None

PHRF works directly with parliamentarians to: enhance
understanding of the meaning and importance of human rights,
strengthen institutions for the protection of human rights, and
improve access to information about human rights conditions. Its
also works to: foster international cooperation in the promotion
of human rights; offer training and technical assistance to
human rights advocates, especially parliamentarians; call
attention to human rights abuses that violate internationally
recognized standards; and nurture constitutional democracy, the
rule of law, and other protections of human rights. The
Foundation is committed to the promotion of human rights, and is
a worldwide, voluntary, nonpartisan, and nonprofit organization.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States and international
Type(s) of publications: None


PEOPLE FOR THE AMERICAN WAY (PFAW)
2000 M Street, NW
Washington, DC 20036

Carole Shields, President
Tel: (202) 467-4999
Fax: (202) 293-2672
TDD: None

PFAW advocates in the courts, legislatures, and public policy
arena on civil rights issues, including voting rights, education
issues, and discrimination based on race, religion, gender, and
disability. It issues periodic reports on such subjects and
sponsors programs in public schools to promote tolerance and
respect and to encourage voting and participation by students.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Newsletter


PUERTO RICAN LEGAL DEFENSE AND EDUCATION FUND (PRLDEF)
99 Hudson Street
New York, NY 10013

Juan A. Figueroa, President and General Counsel
Tel: (212) 219-3360
Fax: (212) 431-4276
TDD: None

For more than 23 years, PRLDEF has fought discrimination and
worked toward equal access to education, employment, health
care, housing rights, and public services. PRLDEF engages in
litigation, advocacy, policy development, and educational
programs.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Newsletter and journal


RELIGIOUS ACTION CENTER OF REFORM JUDAISM/UAHC
2027 Massachusetts Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20036

Rabbi David Saperstein, Director and Counsel
Tel: (202) 387-2800
Fax: (202) 667-9070
TDD: None

The purpose of the Center is to mobilize the Jewish community
and to serve as its advocate in the Nation's capital and its
voice for social justice and religious liberty throughout the
country.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Newsletters, mailings, and Website


SCHOMBURG CENTER FOR RESEARCH IN BLACK CULTURE
515 Malcolm X Boulevard
New York, NY 10037-1801

Howard Dodson, Chief
Tel: (212) 491-2200
Fax: (212) 491-6760
TDD: None

One of the largest sources of black research, the Center was
founded within the New York City Public Library System in 1926
and based on the extensive private collection of books on black
cultures by the late Arthur A. Schomburg, a black man born in
Puerto Rico. The ultra-modern facility in Harlem has more than
80,000 visitors annually. The collection of more than 100,000
books about African Americans and people of African descent,
plus numerous photographs, manuscripts, recordings, and films,
is available to scholars and researchers. The Center has a
full-time staff of more than 60 people.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States and international
Type(s) of publications: Quarterly newsletter


SOUTHERN CHRISTIAN LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE (SCLC)
334 Auburn Avenue, NE
Atlanta, GA 30312

Martin Luther King, III, President and Chief Executive Officer
Tel: (404) 522-1420
Fax: (404) 659-7390
TDD: None

Founded in 1957 to bring moral initiative, spiritual support,
and mass popular involvement to the struggle against racial
oppression, SCLC promotes the efficacy of love in human
relationships and seeks to facilitate a community where color
will be irrelevant to a person's worth. SCLC opposes war and
promotes voter registration and political education, citizenship
clinics, and workshops on nonviolence.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Bimonthly reports


SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. (SPLC)
400 Washington Avenue
Montgomery, AL 36104

Edward Ashworth, Executive Director
Tel: (334) 264-0286
Fax: (334) 264-0629
TDD: None

SPLC is a nonprofit, tax-exempt organization that seeks to
protect and advance the legal rights of victims of injustice
through civil litigation, education programs, publications,
film, and resource information. Its current major project is
"Teaching Tolerance," an education project dedicated to helping
teachers promote interracial and intercultural understanding in
the classroom. Another project is Klanwatch, intended to combat
Ku Klux Klan and Skinhead activities and hate crimes.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Various quarterly and semiannual
reports


SOUTHERN REGIONAL COUNCIL
133 Carnegie Way, Suite 900
Atlanta, GA 30303-1024

Lottie Shackleford, President
Tel: (404) 522-8764
Fax: (404) 522-8791
TDD: None

The Council is a nonmembership organization, established in
1944, working to promote equality in American life. Its
Governing Board consists of 120 prominent Southerners and
directs activity in 11 States. The Council monitors southern
institutions for responsiveness to public needs, publishes
reports and analyses on public policy issues, and maintains
special projects such as the Southern Legislative Research
Council. The Research Council assists State legislators in
researching and drafting legislation relevant to black and poor
constituents.

Geographic areas(s) served: Southern United States
Type(s) of publications: Magazine, quarterly newsletter, and
reports


TOMAS RIVERA CENTER (TRC)
241 E. Eleventh Street
Steele Hall, Third Floor
Claremont, CA 91711-6194

Dr. Harry Pachon, President
Tel: (909) 621-8897
Fax: (906) 621-8898
TDD: None

The TRC is a national institute for policy studies whose mission
is to assist policymakers in understanding the issues affecting
the quality of life of the Nation's Latino population. With
headquarters in Claremont and offices in San Antonio, Austin,
and Houston, Texas, TRC conducts studies, disseminates
information, and promotes discussion on the vital issues and
challenges facing the Latino community. It is primarily
concerned with educational policies and practices that directly
influence the equality of education of Latinos, as well as
issues affecting the employment and economic status of Latinos.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Reports, briefs, newsletters, and
occasional papers


TRIAL LAWYERS FOR PUBLIC JUSTICE (TLPJ)
1717 Massachusetts Avenue, NW, Suite 800
Washington, DC 20036

Arthur H. Bryant, Executive Director
Tel: (202) 797-8600
Fax: (202) 232-7203
TDD: None

TLPJ is a national public interest law firm that specializes in
socially significant and precedent-setting litigation. TLPJ's
diverse docket includes cases addressing civil rights
violations. In recent years, TLPJ has successfully handled a
number of sexual and disability discrimination cases and
successfully represented victims of human rights abuses.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Newsletter


U.S. ENGLISH, INC. (USE)
1747 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Suite 1100
Washington, DC 20006

Mauro E. Mujica, Chairman of the Board and CEO
Tel: (202) 833-0100
Fax: (202) 833-0108
TDD: None

U.S. English is a national nonprofit citizens' action group that
is trying to pass laws to make English the official language of
government at all levels and to promote opportunities for people
living here to learn English. Founded by the late U.S. Senator
S.I. Hayakawa in 1983, the organization has more than 600,000
active members.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Quarterly newsletter


UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST
Commission for Racial Justice
700 Prospect Avenue
Cleveland, OH 44115

The Reverend Henry Simmons, Chairperson
Dr. Bernice Powell Jackson, Executive Director
Tel: (216) 736-2168
Fax: (216) 736-2171
TDD: None

The Commission is the national civil rights agency of the 1.7
million-member United Church of Christ. The Commission is
involved in struggles for racial justice and social equality of
African Americans and other racial and ethnic communities both
nationally and internationally. The Commission maintains a
national office in Cleveland and other offices in New York City,
Washington, DC, and Enfield, NC.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States and international
Type(s) of publications: Weekly column and reports


UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST
Office for Church in Society
110 Maryland Avenue, NE, Suite 207
Washington, DC 20002

Reverend Norm Jackson, Interim Executive Director
Tel: (202) 543-1517
Fax: (202) 543-5994
TDD: None

The Office's primary function is to advocate civil rights
policies to Congress and the President.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Monthly magazine, pamphlets, and books


UNITED METHODIST CHURCH (UMC)
General Board of Church and Society
100 Maryland Avenue, NE
Washington, DC 20002

The Reverend Dr. Thom White Wolf Fassett
General Secretary
Tel: (202) 488-5600
Fax: (202) 488-5663
TDD: None

The Board is the social justice policy division of the United
Methodist Church. Its primary function is to advocate the civil
rights policy vision of the church to Congress, the President,
and the U.S. Supreme Court.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Monthly magazine and issue booklets


UNITED MINE WORKERS OF AMERICA (UMWA)
900 15th Street NW
Washington, DC 20005

Cecil Roberts, President
Tel: (202) 842-7200
Fax: (202) 842-7227
TDD: None

UMWA represents workers in the coal industry and other
industries. It was founded on the principle of equal treatment
for all workers, regardless of race, color, ethnic background,
or sex. Fighting for civil rights remains a vital component in
the UMWA's primary mission of securing workers' rights.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States and Canada
Type(s) of publications: Bimonthly magazine


UNITED NEGRO COLLEGE FUND, INC. (UNCF)
8260 Willow Oaks Corp. Drive
P.O. Box 10444
Fairfax, VA 22031

William H. Gray III, President and CEO
Tel: (703) 205-3400
Fax: (703) 205-3575
TDD: None

UNCF was founded in 1944 to raise money for the Nation's
private, historically black institutions of higher learning.
Today UNCF's 31 area offices across the country assist 41
predominantly black colleges and universities. UNCF also
organizes and administers various educational programs and
services to benefit its member institutions. Through the
Advertising Council, UNCF conducts an annual public service
advertising campaign.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Public service announcements, magazine,
and reports


UNITED STEELWORKERS OF AMERICA (USA)
Committee on Civil Rights
5 Gateway Center, Suite 1201
Pittsburgh, PA 15222

George Becker, International President
Tel: (412) 562-2300
Fax: (412) 562-2598
TDD: None

The Committee implements the United Steelworkers' policies on
civil rights through 24 district directors and civil rights
coordinators. Technical assistance is provided to local unions'
civil rights committees, and their activities are coordinated
with the international union Committee. The Committee serves to
improve and expedite communications between local unions, the
district office, and the international office on civil rights
matters. United Steelworkers of America has 1.2 millions members
and more than 5,000 local unions.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Newsletter


URBAN INSTITUTE (UI)
2100 M Street, NW
Washington, DC 20037

William Gorham, President
Tel: (202) 833-7200
Fax: (202) 429-0687
TDD: None

The mission of the Institute is the development and use of
methodology to audit housing and job discrimination, and
evaluation of government programs and policies that affect the
civil rights of American citizens and of legal and illegal
immigrants. The Institute has published books and papers
reviewing the Reagan administration record on civil rights and
the status of affirmative action programs, as of 1995.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Annual report, newsletters, books,
research papers


WILLIAM C. VELASQUEZ INSTITUTE
(Formerly SOUTHWEST VOTER EDUCATION PROJECT)
403 E. Commerce, Suite 220
San Antonio, TX 78205

Antonio Gonzalez, President
Tel: (210) 222-8014
Fax: (210) 222-8474
TDD: None

The organization is a tax-exempt, nonprofit, nonpartisan
organization that conducts research which is used to improve the
level of political participation in the Hispanic communities. It
monitors the voting patterns and opinions of Hispanics and their
community leaders, provides expert testimony in vote dilution
lawsuits, studies the impact of public policies on minority
communities, and shares this information with elected officials
so they can respond appropriately as responsible and
well-informed policy makers. The organization maintains six
permanent programs: political database, litigation support,
polling, public policy, the Latin America project; 1990
redistricting, and publishing.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Research reports


WOMEN EMPLOYED/WOMEN EMPLOYED INSTITUTE (WEI)
22 W. Monroe, Suite 1400
Chicago, IL 60603

Anne Ladky, Executive Director
Tel: (312) 782-3902
Fax: (312) 782-5249
TDD: None

Women Employed is a Chicago-based membership organization of
working women at all employment levels, in a wide variety of
industries and occupations. Its affiliate, Women Employed
Institute, conducts research, education, and advocacy programs
designed to improve women's economic status. The organization
monitors the performance of EEO enforcement agencies nationally,
analyses EEO policies, and develops detailed proposals for
improving enforcement.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Newsletter, studies, and fact sheets


WOMEN'S ACTION ALLIANCE (WAA)
370 Lexington Avenue, Suite 603
New York, NY 10017

Karel R. Amaranth, Executive Director
Tel: (212) 532-8330
Fax: (212) 779-2846
TDD: None

The goal of WAA is to create, test, and implement innovative
multicultural programs to effect positive change in the lives of
women and girls. The Alliance works with women's service
providers and their clients to provide training and technical
assistance. The information and referral service provides
information on resources for available services linking women
with legal, professional, and social support advocacy.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Newsletter


WOMEN'S AMERICAN ORGANIZATION FOR REHABILITATION THROUGH
TRAINING (WAORT)
315 Park Avenue South
New York, NY 10010

Rosenna Abramson, Executive Director
Tel: (212) 505-7700
Fax: (212) 674-3057
TDD: None

WA-ORT has a longstanding commitment to civil rights, expressed
through public statements, national resolutions, and advisories
to the membership in support of civil rights legislation and
enforcement and affirmative action programs, as well as
supporting related amicus briefs.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Quarterly magazine


WOMEN'S INTERNATIONAL LEAGUE FOR PEACE AND FREEDOM (WILPF): U.S.
SECTION
1213 Race Street
Philadelphia, PA 19107

Marilyn B. Clement, Executive Director
Tel: (215) 563-7110
Fax: (215) 563-5527
TDD: None

WILPF has pioneered the concept that peace and justice are
deeply connected, and has worked for 80 years to bring about
peace rooted in justice. The current program priorities are:
racial justice, women's rights, disarmament, and stopping U.S.
global military and economic intervention. The national staff
coordinates programs to serve the nationwide 10,000-member
grassroots network. WILPF is a feminist peace organization, and
to the League, feminism means working for equal rights and
respect for all people, not just for women.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Newsletter


WOMEN'S LEGAL DEFENSE FUND (WLDF)
1875 Connecticut Avenue, NW, Suite 710
Washington, DC 20009

Judith L. Lichtman, President
Tel: (202) 986-2600
Fax: (202) 986-2539
TDD: None

WLDF is a national nonprofit advocacy organization dedicated to
advancing the rights of women in work and family. WLDF
challenges gender discrimination through litigation, public
education, and advocacy before Congress and Federal enforcement
agencies.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Periodic newsletter and legal and
policy analyses


YWCA OF THE USA
726 Broadway
New York, NY 10003

Dr. Prema Mathi-Davis, National Executive Director
Tel: (212) 614-2700
Fax: (212) 677-9716
TDD: None

The YWCA provides leadership training for volunteers and staff.
It also provides advocacy and promotes initiatives that work
toward the elimination of racism wherever it exists and by any
means necessary. The YWCA of the USA is composed of 411
mission-driven community and student YWCAs in all 50 States. To
be accredited, YWCAs must conduct an "Action Audit for Change"
to assess their work on racism.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Newsletter


YWCA OF THE USA
National Capital Region
624 9th Street, NW
Washington, DC 20001

Josephine Pamphile, Executive Director
Tel: (202) 626-0700
Fax: (202) 347-7381
TDD: None


ZETA PHI BETA SORORITY, INC.
1734 New Hampshire Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20009

Dr. Barbara West Carpenter, National President
Tel: (202) 387-3103
Fax: (202) 232-4593
TDD: None

A "community conscious, action oriented" organization, the
society provides in the United States and abroad health, youth,
and educational services. Programs include: Stork's Nest,
Challenger Kids, Voter Registration, and Open Airways For
School.

Geographic areas(s) served: United States
Type(s) of publications: Quarterly newsletter

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