# Racial Discrimination Help - Louisiana ## 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 your local NAACP branch (New Orleans: 504-821-3221). - **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 - **Louisiana Commission on Human Rights** - **Phone:** 1-888-248-0859 - **Website:** [http://www.gov.la.gov/page/lchr](http://www.gov.la.gov/page/lchr) - **Description:** Enforces Louisiana’s anti-discrimination laws, including those addressing racial discrimination. - **Louisiana Justice Institute (LJI):** - **Website:** [https://www.louisianajusticeinstitute.org](https://www.louisianajusticeinstitute.org/) - **Description:** Provides legal support and advocacy for racial justice and civil rights. ## Local Resources by Region/City ### New Orleans - **NAACP New Orleans Branch** - **Phone:** 504-821-3221 - **Website:** [https://naacp.org/chapters/new-orleans-branch](https://naacp.org/chapters/new-orleans-branch) - **Address:** 2475 Canal St., New Orleans, LA 70119 - **Specialized Services:** Legal advocacy, community organizing, and racial equity programs. - **Advocacy Center of Louisiana** - **Phone:** 1-800-960-7705 - **Website:** [https://advocacyla.org](https://advocacyla.org/) - **Address:** 8325 Oak St., New Orleans, LA 70118 - **Specialized Services:** Legal representation and support for marginalized communities. ### Baton Rouge - **Louisiana Legislative Black Caucus Foundation** - **Phone:** 225-342-7342 - **Website:** [http://llbcfoundation.org/](http://llbcfoundation.org/) - **Address:** 900 North 3rd St., Baton Rouge, LA 70802 - **Specialized Services:** Advocacy for racial equity and justice in public policy. - **Capital Area United Way** - **Phone:** 211 (ask for racial equity programs) - **Website:** [https://www.cauw.org](https://www.cauw.org/) - **Specialized Services:** Resources for racial justice initiatives and community support. ### Shreveport - **Northwest Louisiana Human Services District** - **Phone:** 318-676-5111 - **Website:** [https://www.nwlouisianahsd.org/](https://www.nwlouisianahsd.org/) - **Address:** 1310 N Hearne Ave., Shreveport, LA 71107 - **Specialized Services:** Support for racial discrimination issues and access to counseling. ## 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:** - **Louisiana Civil Rights Hotline:** 1-800-810-1709 - **Description:** Immediate assistance for civil rights violations, including racial discrimination. ## Educational Resources - **Understanding Racial Discrimination Laws** - **Website:** [https://www.aclu.org/issues/racial-justice](https://www.aclu.org/issues/racial-justice) - **Description:** Learn about rights and protections against racial discrimination. - **Anti-Racism Resources:** - **Website:** [https://www.racialequitytools.org/](https://www.racialequitytools.org/) - **Description:** Guides for individuals and organizations to combat racism and promote inclusivity. ## Support Groups and Networks - **Local Support Groups:** - **Website:** [https://www.louisianajusticeinstitute.org](https://www.louisianajusticeinstitute.org/) - **Description:** Peer-led groups for addressing racial inequities and providing mutual support. - **Virtual Support Networks:** - **Website:** [https://www.raceforward.org/](https://www.raceforward.org/) - **Description:** Online forums and discussion boards addressing racial discrimination and advocacy. --- _Updated as of December 2024. For updates or corrections, please contact [Louisiana Commission on Human Rights](http://www.gov.la.gov/page/lchr)._