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Offers advocacy on a range of issues, including access to affordable healthcare and the promotion of good mental health practices. Advocacy More information: - Works to reduce obesity-related diseases and disparities in HIV/Aide and respiratory diseases

Investigates allegations of discrimination under County Code Article 29 in areas of housing, employment (15 or less employees), public accommodations, education, and financing. Legal Services

Advocates for the equal treatment of all individuals in the areas of housing, employment, and public access. Civil Rights/Human Rights Groups

Investigates charges of discrimination in employment based on citizenship status, national origin, unfair documentary practices, retaliation or intimidation, document abuse, and unlawful dismissal. Discrimination Assistance

Provides help with legal cases related to fair housing, community development, voting rights, health and environmental justice, employment discrimination, educational equality, and police misconduct. Legal Services More information - Does not provide direct legal representation based on individual requests

Accepts and investigates complaints of discrimination. Advocacy More information: - Provides information, guidance, and resources related to Human Rights Law.

Provides investigations into alleged discrimination complaints based on age, race, sex, religion, marital status, disabilities, and source of income in housing, public accommodations, and employment brought under Frederick County code. Civil Rights Discrimination Assistance

Enforces anti-discrimination laws in Maryland to protect people from discrimination in employment, housing, and public places. Civil Rights Groups/Advocacy Groups More information: - Offers educational and outreach programs to promote civil and human rights

Offers free legal assistance with civil issues, including family and domestic, children in need of assistance, housing, employment, public benefits, and consumer problems. Legal Services More information: - Helps older adults with benefits, landlord-tenant issues, bankruptcy, utilities, and nursing home issues - Does not assist with criminal cases, medical malpractice, police or attorney misconduct, car accidents, small claims, credit counseling, or immigration

Advocates for equal and high-quality public education for all students, with a focus on eliminating racial and ethnic disparities in resources. Education Advocacy More information: - Aims to improve teacher quality and enhance early childhood and literacy initiatives

Provides information and guidance on disability-related employment issues and workplace accommodations. Information and Referral

Offers human rights advocacy and protection services. Civil Rights Advocacy More information: - Provides recommendations for policies and programs to ensure equal rights and opportunities - Assists with discrimination complaints and directs individuals to appropriate agencies - Holds open meetings on the 3rd Thursday of each month from 6PM to 8PM

Aims to eliminate inequity, discrimination, and inequality in the community. Advocacy More information: - Enforces public accommodations and ADA concerns - Accepts reports of unfair treatment by employer - Processes complaints against law enforcement - Enforces local wage laws and investigates complaints, including wage disputes and overtime issues

Advocates for issues affecting women and children. Women's Advocacy Groups

Assists individuals in the Washington D.C. area who believe they've experienced housing discrimination. Housing Discrimination Assistance More information: - Helps with filing complaints and serves as the client's representative during the complaint process - Surveys for accessibility and helps submit requests for housing changes

Empowers African Americans and people of color to get involved in the electoral process. Civic Engagement and Voter Services

Helps with complaints concerning discrimination against individuals with disabilities in public schools. Disability Rights Groups More information: - Provides information about the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) and answers questions about disability rights

Offers free legal assistance with civil issues, including family and domestic, children in need of assistance, housing, employment, public benefits, and consumer problems. Legal Services More information: - Helps older adults with benefits, landlord-tenant issues, bankruptcy, utilities, and nursing home issues - Does not assist with criminal cases, medical malpractice, police or attorney misconduct, car accidents, small claims, credit counseling, or immigration

Enforces the National Voting Rights Act and addresses complaints related to discrimination during voter registration, at the polls, and gerrymandering based on race. Civil Rights Enforcement

Offers advocacy on a range of issues, including access to affordable healthcare and the promotion of good mental health practices. Advocacy More information: - Works to reduce obesity-related diseases and disparities in HIV/Aide and respiratory diseases

Offers advocacy on a range of issues, including access to affordable healthcare and the promotion of good mental health practices. Advocacy More information: - Works to reduce obesity-related diseases and disparities in HIV/Aide and respiratory diseases

Offers information, assistance, and referrals to individuals who are blind or visually impaired. Information and Referral More information: - Refers to programs for job training, rehabilitation, education, and financial assistance - Helps with issues related to discrimination, the Division of Rehabilitation Services, and benefits - Provides assistance in obtaining Braille resources - Operates a phone-based newspaper reading service

Advocates for equal and high-quality public education for all students, with a focus on eliminating racial and ethnic disparities in resources. Education Advocacy More information: - Aims to improve teacher quality and enhance early childhood and literacy initiatives

Investigates complaints of discrimination and seeks to resolve complaints through informal mediation or formal conciliation. Legal Services More information: - Offers specialized services for families affected by incarceration to address pre-release barriers - Teaches conflict resolution at local detention centers

Empowers African Americans and people of color to get involved in the electoral process. Civic Engagement and Voter Services