* Investigates complaints about HIPAA and Civil Rights violations. Website contains comprehensive information and links to additional resources.

* Offers free civil legal services to low-income residents: Education Law. Foreclosure prevention. Health care access. Health care insurance. Medicaid (for clients outside of the LawNY coverage area). Social Security Law & SSI/SSD. Victims of crime. Civil Rights/Discrimination.Tenant Rights.

Assists individuals when they want to file a discrimination complaint when their civil rights have been violated.

Assists individuals when they want to file a discrimination complaint when their civil rights have been violated.

homebuying home ownership home refinancing HUD homes for sale and how to buy one rental assistance programs relocation, foreclosure and eviction services for the homeless housing discrimination

Offers free legal services for individuals living with or affected by HIV/AIDS in cases regarding access to health care services, HIV/AIDS-based discrimination, housing matters, assistance with denials or termination of benefits, health care proxies, powers of attorney, simple wills, family court matters, and divorce.

Investigates allegations of: discrimination due to an individual's race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, sex, age, marital status, domestic violence victim status, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics or prior arrest or conviction record retaliation for opposing unlawful discriminatory practicesTo file a complaint: Download a complaint form Click here. Follow instructions and mail to the Division's nearest regional office. No filing fee; do not need to retain private counsel Call to request a form: 888-392-3644 if visually impaired, 718-741-8332, or [email protected] for a Braille form in English or Spanish

* Investigates claims of housing discrimination.* Counsels individuals about their rights under local, state and federal fair housing laws.* Advocates for the rights of individuals who have been illegally discriminated against through mediation or by filing cases in federal, state or local court and/or with HUD.* Provides training for non-profit organizations, real estate agents and other housing industry professionals.* Designs and conducts self-monitoring programs for real estate, banking and insurance companies.

Committed to supporting and protecting the health, safety, and dignity of all people with special needs.

Responsible for all complaints and/or inquiries regarding discrimination in housing in the City of Fulton.

Provides fair housing counseling advocacy and training for housing providers and real estate related industry groups on state and federal laws. Investigates complaints and provides advocacy and services for victims of unlawful housing discrimination based on race/color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, familial status, age, marital status. Conducts fair housing testing and assists those seeking counsel for federal court litigation. Files federal and state administrative complaints. Serves Nassau and Suffolk Counties. Call. Appointment preferred.

Will offer referrals to needed services in the community, help with claims against employers who discriminate and/or do not pay, help file police reports if they are robbed or assaulted, etc.

A nonprofit law firm that provides free legal aid, including legal representation, advocacy, and other services, to low-income people in 14 counties of Western New York. Provides help with problems relating to housing/homelessness, evictions, foreclosure, domestic violence, orders of protection, family law issues (with referral from the family court), re-entry, unemployment insurance denials, Supplemental Security Income (SSI) denials, government benefits, public assistance, SNAP, and other legal problems. Can also provide community legal education presentations on the topics described above. The Olean Office of LawNY helps qualified clients in Cattaraugus County. ##REENTRY##

Will offer referrals to needed services in the community, help with claims against employers who discriminate and/or do not pay, help file police reports if they are robbed or assaulted, etc.

Investigates complaints of unlawful discrimination in employment, housing, public accommodations, credit, and education that have occurred in Suffolk County and enforces various local, state and federal laws that give people equal rights. Call for detailed information.

Human Rights Commission provides assistance for people who have been discriminated against in Sullivan County who believe that they have been treated unfairly, denied employment, housing, education, health care, customer service, or club membership services/benefits or have experienced delays in service provision due to their age, gender, family composition, race or ethnic origin, nationality, religion, disability, sexual orientation or marital status.

Educators provide specially tailored trainings in schools, small businesses, government agencies, non-profit organizations, and corporations. Issues discussed include: racism, Anti-Semitism, sexism, homophobia and other forms of discrimination including sexual harassment, bullying and cyber bullying. Call for more information.

Provides information about USDA programs, such as SNAP, WIC, School Lunch programs, information on proper food safety, sanitation issues, food handling and prep for infants and toddlers, and emergency food assistance, including if individuals have complaints regarding the programs and improper procedures, etc.

Provides assistance for people who have been discriminated against in Westchester County who believe that they have been denied an opportunity to join a service group, club, fraternal organization or other association of their choice based on their age, gender, race or ethnic origin, nationality, religion, disability, sexual orientation or marital status.

A national organization that serves as a liaison between the patient and their insurer, employer and/or creditors to resolve insurance, job discrimination and/or debt crisis matters relative to their diagnosis. Seeks to safeguard patients through mediation assuring access to care, maintenance of employment and preservation of financial stability. Provides legal consultation and referral services for patients facing denial of insurance coverage, employment discrimination and need for negotiating support with public assistance programs. In situations of health crisis, careworkers offer free help in resolving issues. Website offers online request-for-help capability and has a directory of prescription drug patient assistance programs that offer medicines free of charge to physicians whose patients might not otherwise have access to necessary medicine.

Responds to complaints of discrimination in rental or purchase of housing. Provides education to consumers, professionals and Co-op boards about issues on fair housing practices.