# Racial Discrimination Help - North Carolina ## 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. North Carolina has numerous local chapters. - **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 - **North Carolina Human Relations Commission** - **Phone:** 1-984-236-1910 - **Website:** [https://www.doa.nc.gov](https://www.doa.nc.gov/) - **Description:** Enforces anti-discrimination laws, provides resources for addressing complaints, and promotes equitable treatment for all North Carolina residents. - **North Carolina Justice Center** - **Website:** [https://www.ncjustice.org](https://www.ncjustice.org/) - **Description:** Provides legal aid, advocacy, and public policy support to combat discrimination and promote racial equity. ## Local Resources by Region/City ### Charlotte - **Charlotte-Mecklenburg Community Relations Committee** - **Phone:** 704-336-2424 - **Website:** [https://www.charlottenc.gov](https://www.charlottenc.gov/) - **Address:** 600 E Trade St, Charlotte, NC 28202 - **Specialized Services:** Mediation for racial discrimination disputes, public education on civil rights. ### Raleigh - **NC Association of Black Lawyers (NCABL)** - **Website:** [https://www.ncabl.org](https://www.ncabl.org/) - **Specialized Services:** Legal support and advocacy for racial discrimination cases. ### Durham - **Southern Coalition for Social Justice (SCSJ)** - **Phone:** 919-323-3380 - **Website:** [https://www.southerncoalition.org](https://www.southerncoalition.org/) - **Address:** 1415 W NC Hwy 54, Suite 101, Durham, NC 27707 - **Specialized Services:** Advocacy, legal aid, and policy reform initiatives focused on racial justice. ## 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:** - **National Conflict Resolution Center:** [https://www.ncrconline.com](https://www.ncrconline.com/) - **Description:** Provides mediation and conflict resolution resources. ## Educational Resources - **Understanding Racial Discrimination Laws** - **Website:** [https://www.aclu.org](https://www.aclu.org/) - **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:** - **Durham People’s Alliance** - **Website:** [https://www.durhampa.org](https://www.durhampa.org/) - **Description:** Peer-led groups for racial equity advocacy and community building. - **Virtual Support Networks:** - **Race Forward:** [https://www.raceforward.org](https://www.raceforward.org/) - **Description:** Online forums and resources addressing racial discrimination and advocacy. --- _Updated as of December 31, 2024. For updates or corrections, please contact the North Carolina Human Relations Commission at [https://www.doa.nc.gov](https://www.doa.nc.gov/)._