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Women's Law Project - Telephone Counseling Service

Offers a free Telephone Counseling and Consumer Education Service. Volunteer counselors give basic self-help information about procedures and laws regarding a wide range of subjects of concern to Pennsylvania women. Family-related topics include domestic violence, child custody, child and spousal support, separation and divorce, and the legal rights of lesbian and gay parents. Work-related topics include family and medical leave, sexual harassment, and employment discrimination. Counselors use the resource database to refer callers to other agencies that may be able to help them. If desired, counselors mail free written materials to callers regarding the areas of concern for them.

What's Here

Employment Discrimination Assistance
Education Discrimination Assistance
Divorce Counseling
Legal Information Services
Domestic Violence Protective/Restraining Orders
Child Support Assistance/Enforcement
Domestic/Family Violence Legal Services

Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission - Human Relations Commission

If you feel you have experienced illegal discrimination, in general, you have 180 days from when the alleged discrimination happened, to file a complaint or report a bias incident to the Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission (PHRC). A PHRC staff member is available to help you decide whether you would like to file a complaint. Staff can help you draft the complaint and prepare it in legal form for your verified signature.

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Constitutional/Civil Rights Groups
Employment Discrimination Assistance
Human Relations Groups

Women's Law Project - Pittsburgh Law Project

Provides services for students and workers who have experienced sexual harassment or assault in school or on the job.

What's Here

Legal Information Services
Domestic Violence Protective/Restraining Orders
Domestic/Family Violence Legal Services
Education Discrimination Assistance
Child Support Assistance/Enforcement
Employment Discrimination Assistance

American Civil Liberties Union of Pennsylvania - ACLU Services

Works to defend civil liberties, including freedoms of speech, religion and association; the right to petition the government; separation of church and state; the right to privacy; reproductive freedom; due process of law; the rights of the accused; and the right to equal treatment under the law.

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Health Care Discrimination Assistance
Constitutional/Civil Rights Groups
Housing Discrimination Assistance
Immigrant Rights Groups
Employment Discrimination Assistance
Education Discrimination Assistance

Equal Employment Opportunity Commission - EEOC General Information and Complaint Filing Procedure

Provides a secure web-based application developed for individuals to interact with the EEOC regarding a complaint of employment discrimination.

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Employment Discrimination Assistance
Federal Government Agencies/Departments

Summit Legal Aid - Legal Services

Provides legal assistance for individuals and families in need of help with labor law, employment discimination, public assistance, worker's compensation, unemployment benefits, pension and social security benefits, and tax disputes. Services include help with application and appeals, filings, and legal representation.

What's Here

Tax Appeals/Audit Assistance
Immigrant Benefits Assistance
General Benefits and Services Assistance
Pension Benefits Assistance
Employment Discrimination Assistance
Welfare Rights Assistance
Unemployment Insurance Benefits Assistance
Labor and Employment Law
Veteran Benefits Assistance
Workers Compensation Benefits Assistance

NAACP Pennsylvania State Conference - Advocacy

To fight discrimination and injustice in employment, housing and related areas.

What's Here

Employment Discrimination Assistance
Constitutional/Civil Rights Groups
Housing Discrimination Assistance

Erie County Human Relations Commission - Erie County Human Relations Commission

Works to eliminate discrimination in employment, housing and public accommodations. The Commission investigates claims of unlawful discrimination to ensure the equal opportunities for all persons.

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Housing Discrimination Assistance
Constitutional/Civil Rights Groups
Employment Discrimination Assistance
Education Discrimination Assistance

American Civil Liberties Union of Pennsylvania - ACLU Services

Works to defend civil liberties, including freedoms of speech, religion and association; the right to petition the government; separation of church and state; the right to privacy; reproductive freedom; due process of law; the rights of the accused; and the right to equal treatment under the law.

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Health Care Discrimination Assistance
Constitutional/Civil Rights Groups
Housing Discrimination Assistance
Immigrant Rights Groups
Employment Discrimination Assistance
Education Discrimination Assistance

Equal Rights Advocates - Advocacy Group

Advocates for gender discrimination in the workplace and education including sexual harassment, pregnancy discrimination, family medical leave, pay equity, and retaliation for complaining.

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Health Care Discrimination Assistance
Employment Discrimination Assistance
Education Discrimination Assistance

American Civil Liberties Union of Pennsylvania - ACLU Services

Works to defend civil liberties, including freedoms of speech, religion and association; the right to petition the government; separation of church and state; the right to privacy; reproductive freedom; due process of law; the rights of the accused; and the right to equal treatment under the law.

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Health Care Discrimination Assistance
Constitutional/Civil Rights Groups
Housing Discrimination Assistance
Immigrant Rights Groups
Employment Discrimination Assistance
Education Discrimination Assistance

9to5 - Job Survival Helpline

Provides information and advice on issues such as workplace discrimination, job safety, pregnancy policies, sexual harassment, computer monitoring, legal referrals, FLMA, and more.

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Employment Related Advocacy Groups
Employment Discrimination Assistance
Legal Information Services
Women's Advocacy Groups

Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission - State Discrimination Assistance

Handles complaints regarding violations of state discrimination laws. Promotes equal opportunity in education, prevents and responds to civil tension, and provides information, support, and outreach to Pennsylvania communities.

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Constitutional/Civil Rights Groups
Employment Discrimination Assistance

Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission - State Discrimination Assistance

Handles complaints regarding violations of state discrimination laws. Promotes equal opportunity in education, prevents and responds to civil tension, and provides information, support, and outreach to Pennsylvania communities.

What's Here

Constitutional/Civil Rights Groups
Employment Discrimination Assistance

Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission - State Discrimination Assistance

Handles complaints regarding violations of state discrimination laws. Promotes equal opportunity in education, prevents and responds to civil tension, and provides information, support, and outreach to Pennsylvania communities.

What's Here

Constitutional/Civil Rights Groups
Employment Discrimination Assistance

American Civil Liberties Union of Pennsylvania - ACLU Services

Works to defend civil liberties, including freedoms of speech, religion and association; the right to petition the government; separation of church and state; the right to privacy; reproductive freedom; due process of law; the rights of the accused; and the right to equal treatment under the law.

What's Here

Health Care Discrimination Assistance
Constitutional/Civil Rights Groups
Housing Discrimination Assistance
Immigrant Rights Groups
Employment Discrimination Assistance
Education Discrimination Assistance

Job Accommodation Network - Employment Services

Provides confidential guidance on workplace accommodations and disability employment issues. Answers questions related to disability employment laws including the Americans with Disabilities Act, Rehabilitation Act, and Family Medical Leave Act. Information and resources are also available for individuals with disabilities who are interested in starting a small business or learning about other entrepreneurial options.

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Employment Related Advocacy Groups
Employment Discrimination Assistance
Legislation Information

Public Interest Law Center - Disability Rights

Provides advocacy services for individuals with disabilities. Provides legal services in cases of disability employment discrimination, special education, and disability rights.

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Disability Rights Groups
Education Discrimination Assistance
Employment Discrimination Assistance
Tenant Rights Information/Counseling
School System Advocacy
Advocacy
Protection and Advocacy for Individuals With Disabilities

Summit Legal Aid - Legal Services

Provides legal assistance for individuals and families in need of help with labor law, employment discimination, public assistance, worker's compensation, unemployment benefits, pension and social security benefits, and tax disputes. Services include help with application and appeals, filings, and legal representation.

What's Here

Tax Appeals/Audit Assistance
Immigrant Benefits Assistance
General Benefits and Services Assistance
Pension Benefits Assistance
Employment Discrimination Assistance
Welfare Rights Assistance
Unemployment Insurance Benefits Assistance
Labor and Employment Law
Veteran Benefits Assistance
Workers Compensation Benefits Assistance

American Civil Liberties Union of Pennsylvania - ACLU Services

Works to defend civil liberties, including freedoms of speech, religion and association; the right to petition the government; separation of church and state; the right to privacy; reproductive freedom; due process of law; the rights of the accused; and the right to equal treatment under the law.

What's Here

Health Care Discrimination Assistance
Constitutional/Civil Rights Groups
Housing Discrimination Assistance
Immigrant Rights Groups
Employment Discrimination Assistance
Education Discrimination Assistance

Summit Legal Aid - Legal Services

Provides legal assistance for individuals and families in need of help with labor law, employment discimination, public assistance, worker's compensation, unemployment benefits, pension and social security benefits, and tax disputes. Services include help with application and appeals, filings, and legal representation.

What's Here

Tax Appeals/Audit Assistance
Immigrant Benefits Assistance
General Benefits and Services Assistance
Pension Benefits Assistance
Employment Discrimination Assistance
Welfare Rights Assistance
Unemployment Insurance Benefits Assistance
Labor and Employment Law
Veteran Benefits Assistance
Workers Compensation Benefits Assistance

Epilepsy Association of Western and Central Pennsylvania (Capitol Region) - Advocacy Helpline

Provides telephone support, answers emails, and responds to online form submissions. Offers support topics such as current epilepsy treatments and alternative therapies, medication questions, support groups, seizure first aid and safety devices, employment and discrimination, emotional support, Epilepsy Foundation local offices, and Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy (SUDEP).

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Family Group Conferencing
Employment Discrimination Assistance

City of Lancaster – Human Relations Commission - Human Relations Commission

Handles complaints from individuals who believe they have been discriminated against. Promotes equal access to the social, cultural, recreational, and economic life of Lancaster City by administering and enforcing the City's Human Relations ordinance.

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Employment Discrimination Assistance
Human Relations Groups
Housing Discrimination Assistance
Education Discrimination Assistance

NAACP Pennsylvania State Conference - Advocacy

To fight discrimination and injustice in employment, housing and related areas through information dissemination, advocacy and community organizing.

What's Here

Employment Discrimination Assistance
Housing Discrimination Assistance
Constitutional/Civil Rights Groups

Summit Legal Aid - Legal Services

Provides legal assistance for individuals and families in need of help with labor law, employment discimination, public assistance, worker's compensation, unemployment benefits, pension and social security benefits, and tax disputes. Services include help with application and appeals, filings, and legal representation.

What's Here

Tax Appeals/Audit Assistance
Immigrant Benefits Assistance
General Benefits and Services Assistance
Pension Benefits Assistance
Employment Discrimination Assistance
Welfare Rights Assistance
Unemployment Insurance Benefits Assistance
Labor and Employment Law
Veteran Benefits Assistance
Workers Compensation Benefits Assistance