# Racial Discrimination Help - New York ## 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:** (410) 580-5777 - **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 - **New York State Division of Human Rights** - **Phone:** 1-888-392-3644 - **Website:** [https://dhr.ny.gov](https://dhr.ny.gov/) - **Description:** Enforces the New York State Human Rights Law, investigating and prosecuting discrimination complaints statewide. - **NAACP New York State Conference** - **Phone:** (212) 344-7474 - **Website:** [https://nysnaacp.org](https://nysnaacp.org/) - **Description:** Statewide organization advocating for civil rights and providing support to local branches across New York. ## Local Resources by Region/City ### New York City - **New York City Commission on Human Rights** - **Phone:** (212) 416-0197 - **Website:** [https://www.nyc.gov/humanrights](https://www.nyc.gov/humanrights) - **Address:** 22 Reade Street, New York, NY 10007 - **Specialized Services:** Investigates and prosecutes violations of the NYC Human Rights Law, offering mediation and educational programs. - **NAACP New York Branch** - **Phone:** (212) 666-9740 - **Website:** [https://www.nybranchnaacp.com](https://www.nybranchnaacp.com/) - **Address:** 2738 Frederick Douglass Blvd., New York, NY 10039 - **Specialized Services:** Provides advocacy, legal support, and community programs to address racial discrimination. ### Albany - **City of Albany Human Rights Commission** - **Phone:** (518) 407-0098 - **Website:** [https://www.albanyny.gov/645/Commission-on-Human-Rights](https://www.albanyny.gov/645/Commission-on-Human-Rights) - **Address:** [Insert address] - **Specialized Services:** Addresses complaints of discrimination within the city and promotes human rights awareness. ### Buffalo - **Buffalo Branch NAACP** - **Phone:** (716) 884-7242 - **Website:** [https://www.buffalonaacp.org](https://www.buffalonaacp.org/) - **Address:** 395 East Ferry Street, Buffalo, NY 14215 - **Specialized Services:** Offers legal redress, educational programs, and community outreach to combat racial discrimination. ## Online and Remote Support Options - **EEOC Online Portal** - **Website:** [https://www.eeoc.gov/filing-charge-discrimination](https://www.eeoc.gov/filing-charge-discrimination) - **Description:** Allows individuals to file a formal complaint about racial discrimination in employment. - **New York State Division of Human Rights Online Complaint Form** - **Website:** [https://dhr.ny.gov/complaint](https://dhr.ny.gov/complaint) - **Description:** Submit complaints of discrimination occurring within New York State. ## Educational Resources - **Understanding Racial Discrimination Laws** - **Website:** [https://www.aclu.org/know-your-rights/racial-justice](https://www.aclu.org/know-your-rights/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 - **New York State NAACP Branches** - **Website:** [https://nysnaacp.org/branches](https://nysnaacp.org/branches) - **Description:** Connect with local NAACP branches for community support and advocacy. - **Virtual Support Networks** - **Website:** [https://www.reddit.com/r/socialjustice/](https://www.reddit.com/r/socialjustice/) - **Description:** Online forums and discussion boards addressing racial discrimination and advocacy. --- _Updated as of December 30, 2024. For updates or corrections, please contact the New York State Division of Human Rights at 1-888-392-3644 or [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected])._