# Racial Discrimination Help - Maryland ## 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 Maryland NAACP chapter for specific assistance ([Find your chapter](https://naacp.org/find-local-unit)). - **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 - **Maryland Commission on Civil Rights (MCCR)** - **Phone:** 410-767-8600 - **Website:** [https://mccr.maryland.gov](https://mccr.maryland.gov/) - **Description:** Enforces Maryland's anti-discrimination laws in employment, housing, public accommodations, and state contracts. - **Maryland Office of the Public Defender - Civil Rights Division** - **Phone:** 1-877-430-5187 - **Website:** [https://www.opd.state.md.us](https://www.opd.state.md.us/) - **Description:** Legal representation for civil rights violations, including racial discrimination cases. ## Local Resources by Region/City ### Baltimore City - **Baltimore Office of Equity and Civil Rights** - **Phone:** 410-396-3141 - **Website:** [https://civilrights.baltimorecity.gov](https://civilrights.baltimorecity.gov/) - **Address:** 7 E. Redwood Street, Baltimore, MD 21202 - **Specialized Services:** Investigates complaints of discrimination in Baltimore City. ### Montgomery County - **Montgomery County Office of Human Rights** - **Phone:** 240-777-8450 - **Website:** [https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/humanrights](https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/humanrights) - **Address:** 21 Maryland Avenue, Suite 330, Rockville, MD 20850 - **Specialized Services:** Handles discrimination complaints and promotes equity through education. ### Prince George's County - **Prince George's County Human Relations Commission** - **Phone:** 301-883-6170 - **Website:** [https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/2645/Human-Relations-Commission](https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/2645/Human-Relations-Commission) - **Address:** 14741 Governor Oden Bowie Drive, Suite L-105, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772 - **Specialized Services:** Investigates and mediates racial discrimination complaints. ## Online and Remote Support Options - **EEOC Online Complaint Filing:** - **Website:** [https://www.eeoc.gov/filing-charge-discrimination](https://www.eeoc.gov/filing-charge-discrimination) - **Description:** File a formal complaint about racial discrimination in employment. - **Maryland Civil Rights Organizations:** - **Maryland Civil Rights Coalition:** [https://www.marylandcivilrights.org](https://www.marylandcivilrights.org/) - **Description:** Provides resources and advocacy for racial justice and equity. ## Educational Resources - **Understanding Racial Discrimination Laws** - **Website:** [https://www.aclu.org](https://www.aclu.org/) - **Description:** Learn about rights and protections against racial discrimination, including Maryland-specific laws. - **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 - **Maryland NAACP Support Groups:** - **Website:** [https://naacp.org/find-local-unit](https://naacp.org/find-local-unit) - **Description:** Peer-led groups for sharing experiences and building community. - **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 12, 2024. For updates or corrections, please contact [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected])._