# Racial Discrimination Help - Tennessee ## 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:** (615) 521-6227 (Tennessee State Conference) - **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 - **Tennessee Human Rights Commission (THRC)** - **Phone:** 1-800-251-3589 - **Website:** [https://www.tn.gov/humanrights](https://www.tn.gov/humanrights) - **Description:** Investigates and enforces anti-discrimination laws in housing, employment, and public accommodations. - **Tennessee Immigrant and Refugee Rights Coalition (TIRRC)** - **Phone:** (615) 414-1030 - **Website:** [https://www.tnimmigrant.org](https://www.tnimmigrant.org/) - **Description:** Advocacy and support for immigrants and refugees facing racial discrimination. ## Local Resources by Region/City ### Nashville - **Urban League of Middle Tennessee** - **Phone:** (615) 254-0525 - **Website:** [https://www.ulmt.org](https://www.ulmt.org/) - **Address:** 50 Vantage Way, Suite 201, Nashville, TN 37228 - **Specialized Services:** Workforce development, education programs, and advocacy for racial equity. ### Memphis - **Memphis NAACP Branch** - **Phone:** (901) 521-1343 - **Website:** [https://www.naacpmemphis.org](https://www.naacpmemphis.org/) - **Address:** 588 Vance Ave, Memphis, TN 38126 - **Specialized Services:** Legal assistance, racial justice advocacy, and educational resources. ### Chattanooga - **Chattanooga Office of Multicultural Affairs** - **Phone:** (423) 643-6700 - **Website:** [https://www.chattanooga.gov/oma](https://www.chattanooga.gov/oma) - **Address:** 101 E 11th St, Chattanooga, TN 37402 - **Specialized Services:** Advocacy, diversity training, and complaint resolution for racial discrimination. ### Knoxville - **Community Action Committee (CAC) Office on Human Relations** - **Phone:** (865) 546-3500 - **Website:** [https://www.knoxcac.org](https://www.knoxcac.org/) - **Address:** 2247 Western Ave, Knoxville, TN 37921 - **Specialized Services:** Mediation, complaint assistance, and educational workshops on civil rights. ### Jackson - **West Tennessee Legal Services, Inc.** - **Phone:** (731) 423-0616 - **Website:** [https://www.wtls.org](https://www.wtls.org/) - **Address:** 210 W Main St, Jackson, TN 38301 - **Specialized Services:** Free legal aid for individuals experiencing racial discrimination. ## 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:** [ACLU - 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.nami.org](https://www.nami.org/) - **Description:** Peer-led groups for sharing experiences and building community. - **Virtual Support Networks:** - **Website:** [https://www.colorofchange.org](https://www.colorofchange.org/) - **Description:** Online forums and campaigns addressing racial discrimination and advocacy. --- _Updated as of January 2025. For updates or corrections, please contact [Tennessee Human Rights Commission]._