# Racial Discrimination Help - Kentucky ## National Racial Discrimination Resources - **Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)** - **Website:** [https://www.eeoc.gov](https://www.eeoc.gov/) - **Phone:** 1-800-669-4000 - **Description:** Handles complaints about workplace discrimination, including racial bias and harassment. - **NAACP (National Association for the Advancement of Colored People)** - **Website:** [https://www.naacp.org](https://www.naacp.org/) - **Phone:** Contact the Kentucky State Conference NAACP at 502-776-7608 - **Description:** Advocacy, legal support, and educational resources to combat racial discrimination. - **Civil Rights Division, U.S. Department of Justice** - **Website:** [https://www.justice.gov/crt](https://www.justice.gov/crt) - **Phone:** 1-202-514-4609 - **Description:** Investigates and addresses violations of civil rights laws. ## Statewide Racial Discrimination Assistance - **Kentucky Commission on Human Rights** - **Phone:** 1-800-292-5566 - **Website:** [https://kchr.ky.gov](https://kchr.ky.gov/) - **Description:** Investigates complaints of discrimination in employment, housing, and public accommodations across Kentucky. - **ACLU of Kentucky** - **Phone:** 502-581-1181 - **Website:** [https://www.aclu-ky.org](https://www.aclu-ky.org/) - **Description:** Legal advocacy and public education on racial justice and civil rights. ## Local Resources by Region/City ### Louisville - **Louisville Urban League** - **Phone:** 502-585-4622 - **Website:** [https://lul.org](https://lul.org/) - **Address:** 1535 W Broadway, Louisville, KY 40203 - **Specialized Services:** Advocacy, education, and workforce development with a focus on racial equity. - **Kentucky Alliance Against Racist and Political Repression** - **Phone:** 502-778-8130 - **Website:** [Insert link] - **Address:** 3208 W Broadway, Louisville, KY 40211 - **Specialized Services:** Community organizing and anti-racism advocacy. ### Lexington - **Lexington Fair Housing Council** - **Phone:** 859-971-8067 - **Website:** [http://www.lexingtonfairhousing.com](http://www.lexingtonfairhousing.com/) - **Address:** 207 E Reynolds Rd, Suite 130, Lexington, KY 40517 - **Specialized Services:** Assistance with housing discrimination complaints, education, and outreach. - **Bluegrass Racial Equity Alliance** - **Phone:** [Insert phone number] - **Website:** [Insert link] - **Address:** [Insert address] - **Specialized Services:** Racial equity training, community outreach, and advocacy. ### Northern Kentucky - **Brighton Center** - **Phone:** 859-491-8303 - **Website:** [https://www.brightoncenter.com](https://www.brightoncenter.com/) - **Address:** 741 Central Ave, Newport, KY 41071 - **Specialized Services:** Community services with a focus on equity and inclusion. ## Online and Remote Support Options - **Online Complaint Filing:** - **EEOC Online Portal:** [https://www.eeoc.gov/filing-charge-discrimination](https://www.eeoc.gov/filing-charge-discrimination) - **Description:** File a formal complaint about racial discrimination in employment. - **Support Hotlines and Chat Services:** - **Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC):** [https://www.splcenter.org/reporthate](https://www.splcenter.org/reporthate) - **Description:** Report hate incidents and access resources for combating discrimination. ## Educational Resources - **Understanding Racial Discrimination Laws** - **Website:** [https://www.naacpldf.org](https://www.naacpldf.org/) - **Description:** Learn about rights and protections against racial discrimination. - **Anti-Racism Resources:** - **Website:** [https://www.raceforward.org](https://www.raceforward.org/) - **Description:** Guides for individuals and organizations to combat racism and promote inclusivity. ## Support Groups and Networks - **Local Support Groups:** - **Website:** [Insert link] - **Description:** Peer-led groups for sharing experiences and building community. - **Virtual Support Networks:** - **Website:** [Insert link] - **Description:** Online forums and discussion boards addressing racial discrimination and advocacy. --- _Updated as of December 10, 2024. For updates or corrections, please contact Kentucky Commission on Human Rights at 1-800-292-5566._