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Discrimination Complaints accepted by Washington State Human Rights Commission
Enforces state law regarding people who were discriminated against because of their protected status. Includes those who believe they were unfairly denied a reasonable accommodation related to a vaccine mandate.
Enforces state anti-discrimination laws in the following areas:
- Employment
- Housing & Real Estate Housing
- Places of Public Accommodation
- Credit & Insurance
Those who feel discriminated against may file a complaint within six months of the occurrence of the act, or one year in cases of alleged housing discrimination.
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International District Legal Clinic offered by King County Bar Association Neighborhood Legal Clinics at Chinese Information and Service Center
Attorneys work with interpreters to give consultation and legal advice on family law, immigration law, landlord-tenant disputes, employment law, and other areas. Call for an appointment. Focuses on serving limited English-speaking Asians.
Chinese Information and Service Center, Asian Bar Association of Washington, and Asian Counseling and Referral Service partner with the King County Bar Association to provide a free legal clinic.
Pro bono attorneys work with staff and volunteer interpreters to give consultation and legal advice around family law, immigration law, landlord-tenant disputes, employment law, and other areas. As of 9/2024, most consults are virtual but in-person appointments may be available if needed (more information provided to clients during intake phone call). Call (206) 957-8544 for an appointment. Appointments are typically Tuesdays, 5:30-7:30 PM.
International District Legal Clinic
Chinese Information and Services Center
611 S Lane St.
Seattle, WA 98144
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Child Support Assistance/EnforcementPatient Rights AssistanceNative American/Tribal LawCollection ComplaintsIntellectual Property Law Training/General InformationSpecial Education AdvocacyAsylum Application Filing AssistanceHousing ComplaintsConsumer Fraud ReportingAdoption Legal ServicesHuman Trafficking Legal AssistanceDurable Power of Attorney for Health CareEmancipation of MinorsHome SanitationMortgage Delinquency and Default CounselingComprehensive Family Law ServicesDomestic/Family Violence Legal ServicesConsumer LawLabor and Employment LawCorporate/Business LawWarranty ComplaintsPublic/Subsidized Housing Appeals AssistanceGeneral Education AdvocacyDivorce AssistanceFoster Care Legal ServicesGrandparent RightsWill Preparation AssistanceGeneral Legal AidPaternity SuitsAlien Travel/Reentry Document Filing AssistanceConstitutional/Civil Rights GroupsChild Advocacy CentersNaturalization Support/Legal ServicesWork PermitsTenant Rights Information/CounselingVoting Rights ProtectionFamily Justice CentersRights Counseling for Undocumented PeopleComprehensive Immigration/Naturalization ServicesChild Custody/Visitation AssistanceEviction Prevention AssistanceUnemployment Insurance Benefits AssistanceBankruptcy AssistanceElder/Dependent Adult Abuse Restraining OrdersAutomobile ComplaintsVeteran Benefits AssistanceHousing Discrimination AssistanceEducation Discrimination AssistanceImmigrant Labor Certification Filing AssistanceLandlord Rights Information/CounselingContract LawAdult Guardianship AssistanceGovernment Complaints/Government Ombudsman OfficesIdentity Theft Reporting/Recovery ProgramsElder LawEmployment Discrimination AssistanceEstate Entitlement AssistanceOrganizational Start Up ServicesCriminal Record Expungement AssistanceLandlord/Tenant Dispute ResolutionCustomer Service Discrimination AssistanceSpecial Immigrant Juvenile PetitionsImpounded Vehicle ServicesPredatory Lending AssistanceDeferred Action on Alien Removal
Legal Assistance offered by Catholic Community Services' Tenant Law Center
Provides legal services in eviction cases, subsidy terminations and reasonable accommodation requests for King County residents.
Seattle residents must be AT or BELOW 80% AMI. King County residents outside Seattle must be AT or BELOW 200% FPL.
Provides civil legal aid services to low-income tenants with pending eviction, subsidy terminations and requests for reasonable accommodation in King County.
Tenant Law Center attorneys can assist with evictions from permanent and subsidized housing. A notice is not required
Tenant Law Center can assist with:
- Pending evictions for residents who have not yet received a Summons and Complaint.
- Preventing Section 8 subsidy terminations for King County residents (cannot do reinstatements); must have written notice of pending subsidy termination.
- Helps tenants in King County get reasonable accommodations after the initial request was denied.
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Fair Housing Enforcement Center offered by U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
Investigates and resolves complaints of housing discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or familial status.
Investigates and resolves complaints of housing discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or familial status.
Addresses allegations of discrimination in the areas of rental, sale, lending and other housing services or facilities.
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Legal Representation offered by Lambda Legal's Western Regional Office
Provides legal representation in cases that may establish positive legal precedents concerning the civil liberties of LGBT individuals and people with HIV/AIDS.
Offers legal representation in cases with a likelihood of success in establishing positive legal precedents that will affect lesbians, gay men, bisexuals, transgender people (LGBT) and people with HIV or AIDS.
Pursues litigation in all areas of the law that affect LGBT individuals and people with HIV/AIDS, including:
- Marriage & Family
- Workplace equality and employment discrimination
- Immigration
- Health Care, including discrimination and breach of confidentiality
- Fair Courts
- Government and police misconduct
Provides targeted advocacy and outreach for:
- Teens & Young Adults
- Transgender individuals
- Seniors
- Those with HIV or AIDS
- Latinos
- Those experiencing discrimination rooted in intersecting identities such as race or class
Offers resources, publications and information about related issues when unable to provide representation and to support self-advocacy.
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Housing Discrimination Assistance offered at Northwest Fair Housing Alliance
Agency can help you with the process of filing a complaint with Housing & Urban Development (HUD) for free. Your action, your voice, and your willingness to make a formal complaint will help you and others who may be victimized by housing discrimination of any kind. Does not provide legal advice, but can refer to free low-income legal services to address landlord tenant disputes and do it yourself help.
NWFHA can help you with the process of filing a complaint with HUD (Department of Housing & Urban Development) at no charge. Your action, your voice, and your willingness to make a formal complaint will help you and others who may be victimized by housing discrimination based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability or familial status (kids in household).
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Civil Rights Advocacy offered by National Association for the Advancement of Colored People at Bremerton Unit 1134
Supports civil rights legislation and opposes racial discrimination.
Supports civil rights legislation and opposes racial discrimination. Ensures that all students have access to an equal and high-quality education by eliminating racial and ethnic disparities. Also works to combat discrimination in the areas of housing, employment and health care. Empowers African Americans and people of color by increasing awareness and participation in the electoral process.
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Civil Rights Support offered by National Association for the Advancement of Colored People in Seattle
Supports civil rights legislation and opposes racial discrimination. Investigates civil rights complaints and may refer to the proper agency/authority/attorney to handle the complaint.
Supports civil rights legislation and opposes racial discrimination.
Investigates civil rights complaints and may refer to the proper agency/authority/attorney to handle the complaint.
Participates in arbitration, mediation and other dispute resolution involving civil rights issues.
Is not law firm, does not have a staff of attorneys and does not give legal advice.
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Information and Referral Program offered by American Civil Liberties Union of Washington
Protects civil liberties by advocating for issues such as freedom of expression and religion, police accountability, student rights, LGBTQI issues, voting rights, and criminal barriers. Does not typically provide legal representation.
The ACLU-WA participates in "impact litigation" designed to protect civil rights and civil liberties for large numbers of Washington residents.
Does NOT typically provide legal representation to individual complainants and is not a general legal services provider.
Through the Information and Referral Program (IRP), DOES provide:
- "Know your rights" and legal self-help literature
- Referrals to appropriate agencies and organizations
In some areas of ACLU emphasis, is able to provide limited advocacy or more specialized advice.
The ACLU is particularly active in the following issue areas:
- Freedom of expression and freedom of religion
- Police practices and accountability
- Student rights, school discipline, and education issues
- LGBTQ issues
- Voting rights
- Houseless issues
- Sentencing reform
- Health Care
- Technology and Privacy
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Offender AdvocatesVoting Rights ProtectionCustomer Service Discrimination AssistanceBullying HelplinesHealth Care Discrimination AssistanceEducation Discrimination AssistancePrivacy Rights GroupsEmployment Discrimination AssistanceHousing Discrimination AssistanceConstitutional/Civil Rights GroupsCriminal Record Expungement AssistanceLegal Information ServicesLaw Enforcement Complaints
Civil Rights Advocacy offered by National Association for the Advancement of Colored People at Tacoma Unit 1138
Supports civil rights legislation and opposes racial discrimination.
Supports civil rights legislation and opposes racial discrimination. Ensures that all students have access to an equal and high-quality education by eliminating racial and ethnic disparities. Also works to combat discrimination in the areas of housing, employment and health care. Empowers African Americans and people of color by increasing awareness and participation in the electoral process.
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Eviction Assistance offered by King County Bar Association's Housing Justice Project at the King County Courthouse in Seattle
Offers free legal assistance for low-income tenants with an eviction hearing at the courthouse. Services are provided on a drop-in basis.
- Offers free legal assistance to low-income tenants involved in residential eviction court proceedings. Legal assistants interview tenants and attorneys review all relevant documents.
- Attorneys will represent in court and to resolve filed eviction lawsuit; attorneys will also negotiate with the landlord and represent the tenant.
- Attorneys are unable to assist with evictions from emergency shelters or residential care facilities (such as nursing homes). Attorneys may assist those being evicted from permanent, transitional, and manufactured (mobile home) housing.
- Drop-in child care provided by the Children's Home Society at the Regional Justice Center for parents while they appear in court.
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Fair Housing Investigation and Information offered at Fair Housing Center of Washington
Provides fair housing education to housing consumers and providers, as well as investigation and enforcement of fair housing laws to address discriminatory practice in rental, sales, financing, and insurance.
Provides fair housing education to housing consumers and providers, as well as investigation and enforcement of fair housing laws to address discriminatory practice in rental, sales, financing and insurance.
Assists individuals requesting reasonable accommodations or reasonable modifications from their housing providers (rentals, home sale process, HOA/COA communities, etc.).
Provides consultation and training on application of the federal Fair Housing Act and state/local fair housing laws.
Does not provide landlord tenant counseling or housing assistance.
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Eviction Dispute Assistance offered by King County Bar Association's Housing Justice Project
Offers free legal assistance to tenants involved in landlord disputes such as threats to evict. Attorneys will offer legal advice and referrals.
Offers free legal assistance to tenants involved in eviction disputes.
Attorneys will offer legal advice and referrals; attorneys may also be able to negotiate with the landlord or represent the tenant.
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Civil Rights Legal Assistance offered at LAW Advocates
In partnership with the Whatcom Civil Rights Project, this program provides legal assistance and advocacy to people who have experienced discrimination and civil rights violations.
Through a partnership with the Whatcom Civil Rights Project, this program provides legal assistance and advocacy to people who have experienced discrimination and civil rights violations.
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Civil Rights Legal Clinic offered by King County Bar Association Neighborhood Legal Clinics
Provides free legal consultations for individuals on civil rights issues such as Americans with Disabilities Act, discrimination, prisoner rights, excessive force, search and seizure, free speech and voting rights.
This is a partner legal clinic operated by the Federal Bar Association for the Western District of Washington. King County Bar Association schedules clients for appointments for this clinic. Provides a free 30 minute consultation with an attorney on federal civil rights legal issues.
*Most appointments via telephone with limited in-person availability in Seattle. Legal Clinic Schedulers will provide clients with more information during the intake process*
Prioritizes clients with issues such as
- Inmates receiving inadequate medical care or inadequate counsel as well as other inadequate conditions of confinement
- Employment discrimination
- Sexual harassment
- Cases involving police misconduct
Also advises individuals on issues such as
- Americans with Disabilities Act
- Discrimination based on any protected class
- Discrimination related to race or gender
- Prisoner rights and/or prison mistreatment
- Excessive force
- Search and seizure
- Free speech
- Voting rights
- Gun rights
- Title II Housing
- Unlawful sentence
- Ineffective assistance of counsel (In a criminal case ONLY- where an attorney's mistakes were the reason you lost your case)
- Existing cases in federal court
Clinic attorneys can do the following:
- Determine whether the client has a legal problem
- Suggest possible options
- Help answer papers, summons and requests
- Provide appropriate referrals
Clinic attorneys have expertise in civil rights law.
Attorneys CANNOT give advice on criminal legal issues or provide representation on any legal matters.
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Welfare Rights AssistanceHousing Discrimination AssistanceCustomer Service Discrimination AssistanceConstitutional/Civil Rights GroupsProtection and Advocacy for Individuals With DisabilitiesVoting Rights ProtectionEducation Discrimination AssistanceLegal CounselingEmployment Discrimination AssistancePatient Rights AssistanceGeneral Legal AidEstate Entitlement AssistanceHealth Care Discrimination Assistance
Housing Discrimination Assistance offered at Fair Housing Center of Washington
Agency dedicated to ending illegal discrimination and enforcing the federal Fair Housing Act for residents of Western and Central Washington. Services include complaint investigation, advocacy, education and information and referral.
Agency dedicated to ending illegal discrimination and enforcing the federal Fair Housing Act for residents of Western and Central Washington.
Services include complaint investigation, advocacy, education and information and referral.
Federal law prohibits discrimination because of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, presence of children (except in "senior only" housing), sexual orientation, marital status, or military/veteran status.
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General Legal Clinics offered by King County Bar Association's Neighborhood Legal Clinics
Operates legal clinics across King County where free 30-minute legal consultations are available for individuals who are not already represented by an attorney.
Operates legal clinics providing free 30 minute consultations with an attorney at multiple locations across King County. As of 9/2024, most clinics are telephonic, but there may be limited in-person availability in Seattle and Kent. Details will be provided to clients during intake screening.
Clinic attorneys can:
- Determine whether the client has a legal problem
- Suggest possible options
- Help answer papers, summons and requests
- Provide appropriate referrals
Neighborhood Legal Clinic attorneys may not have expertise in all areas of the law, but they will make every attempt to answer questions accurately.
Attorneys CANNOT give advice on criminal legal issues or provide representation on any legal matters.
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Criminal Record Expungement AssistanceOrganizational Start Up ServicesConsumer LawMortgage Delinquency and Default CounselingConsumer Fraud ReportingHome SanitationElder/Dependent Adult Abuse Restraining OrdersPatient Rights AssistancePredatory Lending AssistanceWelfare Rights AssistanceProtection and Advocacy for Individuals With DisabilitiesGovernment Complaints/Government Ombudsman OfficesDriver License Retention/Reinstatement AssistanceFood Stamps/SNAP Appeals/ComplaintsAdult Guardianship AssistancePublic/Subsidized Housing Appeals AssistanceLabor and Employment LawLandlord Rights Information/CounselingChild Support Assistance/EnforcementTenant Rights Information/CounselingDivorce AssistanceSpecial Education AdvocacyChild Custody/Visitation AssistanceHuman Trafficking Legal AssistanceEmployment Discrimination AssistanceEmancipation of MinorsGeneral Education AdvocacyImpounded Vehicle ServicesLegal CounselingLandlord/Tenant Dispute ResolutionPost Conviction Restoration of Civil RightsWorkers Compensation Benefits AssistanceRepossession Agency ComplaintsAlimony AssistanceAutomobile ComplaintsGeneral Legal AidTaxpayer Advocate ServicesIntellectual Property Law Training/General InformationUnemployment Insurance Benefits AssistancePaternity SuitsEviction Prevention AssistanceHousing Discrimination AssistanceIdentity Theft Reporting/Recovery ProgramsDomestic/Family Violence Legal ServicesState Disability Insurance Appeals/ComplaintsContract LawEstate Entitlement AssistanceHousing ComplaintsSocial Security Disability Insurance Appeals/ComplaintsWarranty ComplaintsMedicaid Appeals/ComplaintsHIPAA ComplaintsCorporate/Business LawVeteran Benefits Assistance
Civil Rights Advocacy offered by National Association for the Advancement of Colored People at Spokane Unit 1137
Supports civil rights legislation and opposes racial discrimination.
Supports civil rights legislation and opposes racial discrimination. Ensures that all students have access to an equal and high-quality education by eliminating racial and ethnic disparities. Also works to combat discrimination in the areas of housing, employment and health care. Empowers African Americans and people of color by increasing awareness and participation in the electoral process.
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Civil Rights Advocacy offered by National Association for the Advancement of Colored People at Yakima Unit 1140
Supports civil rights legislation and opposes racial discrimination.
Supports civil rights legislation and opposes racial discrimination. Ensures that all students have access to an equal and high-quality education by eliminating racial and ethnic disparities. Also works to combat discrimination in the areas of housing, employment and health care. Empowers African Americans and people of color by increasing awareness and participation in the electoral process.
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Civil Rights Advocacy/Legal Services/Immigration offered by CAIR Washington
Counsels, mediates and advocates on behalf of Muslims who have experienced religious discrimination, defamation or hate crimes. Includes workplace, immigration or school discrimination. Provides referrals to attorneys if necessary.
Counsels, mediates and advocates on behalf of Muslims who have experienced religious discrimination, defamation or hate crimes. Also provides referrals, if necessary, to attorneys who can assist with workplace, immigration or school discrimination as well as other forms of discrimination.
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Education Discrimination AssistanceAsylum Application Filing AssistanceHate Crimes ReportingComprehensive Immigration/Naturalization ServicesHousing Discrimination AssistanceCustomer Service Discrimination AssistanceLawyer Referral ServicesEmployment Discrimination AssistanceHealth Care Discrimination Assistance
Mediation Clinic offered by University of Washington's Law School Clinics
Offers free mediation services provided by 2nd and 3rd year law students working at the mediation clinic.
Provides MEDIATION services only. Does NOT mediate dissolutions (divorce) or child custody matters. Does NOT offer any legal advice.
Parties voluntarily negotiate the settlement of their disputes with an impartial third party. The parties decide the outcome of the mediation, rather than a judge or arbitrator.
The mediator serves to guide the process, mediators are second- and third-year law students under the supervision of law faculty.
Typical mediation cases include:
- Buyer/Seller
- Real Estate Issues
- Consumer/Business
- Co-workers
- Employer/Employee
- Housemates/Roommates
- Landlord/Tenant
- Neighbors
- Student/Staff
- General Civil Litigation
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Civil Rights Enforcement offered at Seattle Office for Civil Rights
Investigates complaints of discrimination or discriminatory harassment in Seattle. Includes discrimination based on race, color, gender identity, religion, veteran status, age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation or disability.
Investigates and resolves complaints regarding discrimination or discriminatory harassment in employment, contracting, places of public accommodation, and housing occurring within the city of Seattle.
The Fair Employment Practices Ordinance of Seattle prohibits discrimination in employment based on race, color, gender identity, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability (physical, mental, or sensory), the use of a guide dog, sexual orientation, ancestry, political ideology, creed, marital status, genetic information and veteran status.
The Unfair Housing Practices Ordinance of Seattle prohibits discrimination in housing based on :
- Age
- Race
- Color
- National origin
- Ancestry
- Religion
- Gender
- Sexual orientation
- Political ideology
- Marital status
- Parental status
- Disability
- Veteran status
- Creed
- Use of a service animal
- Criminal History (use of background check prohibited)
- Source of income (includes use of Section 8 voucher and public benefits)
Discrimination related to AIDS/HIV is prohibited under the disabilities provisions of Seattle ordinances and state law.
This includes people who have or are perceived to have AIDS.
Ordinances for Landlord/Tenants also include:
- Screening criteria must be provided to tenants
- Units must be rented to first applicant that submits a completed application unless there is a legitimate denial reason
- When denied, written notice that includes registry of denial basis must be provided to tenants
The Public Accommodations Ordinance of Seattle prohibits discrimination in any public accommodation based on race, color, gender identity, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, sex, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, women breastfeeding in public, use of a trained guide or service dog, or the presence of any disability (sensory, mental, physical, or veteran status).
The Fair Contracting Ordinance of Seattle prohibits discrimination in contracting based on race, color sex, marital status, gender identity, sexual orientation, political ideology, age, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, or the presence of any disability (sensory, mental or physical. )
These laws also protect against harassment and retaliation due to involvement in a discrimination complaint.
Advance notice needed for an interpreter.
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Bilingual Spanish Legal Clinic offered at El Centro de la Raza
Provides bilingual legal information and advice for a broad range of legal issues.
Provides legal information and advice for the following issues depending on attorney availability:
- Auto accidents
- Birth injuries
- Consumer law
- Criminal defense
- Family law
- Finance
- Immigration
- Landlord-tenant law
- Medical negligence
- Personal injury
- Property law
- Worker's rights/wage claims
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Landlord/Tenant Dispute ResolutionUnemployment Insurance Benefits AssistancePaternity SuitsComprehensive Immigration/Naturalization ServicesDomestic/Family Violence Legal ServicesDivorce AssistanceWarranty ComplaintsMortgage Delinquency and Default CounselingHousing Discrimination AssistanceGeneral Legal AidLabor and Employment LawAdult Guardianship AssistanceContract LawConsumer Fraud ReportingHousing ComplaintsChild Support Assistance/EnforcementNaturalization Support/Legal ServicesEviction Prevention AssistanceAdoption Legal ServicesConsumer LawTenant Rights Information/CounselingAlimony AssistanceEmancipation of MinorsChild Custody/Visitation Assistance
LGBTQ2S+ Legal Clinic offered by King County Bar Association Neighborhood Legal Clinics through QLAW
Hosts a free monthly legal clinic with a focus on LGBTQ issues; provides information in a variety of areas including family law, debt and bankruptcy, divorce/dissolution, employment discrimination, and transgender legal issues.
Hosts a legal clinic specifically designed to address the needs of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender individuals and couples. This clinic is run by QLaw Foundation in partnership with the King County Bar Association.
The clinic is open to everyone regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity.
At the clinic, an attorney will meet with clients for 30 minutes and provide individualized legal advice and information.
Clinic attorneys will answer questions and provide information in a variety of areas including family law, immigration, debt and bankruptcy, divorce/dissolution, employment discrimination, and transgender legal issues.
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Landlord/Tenant Dispute ResolutionEviction Prevention AssistanceDurable Power of Attorney for Asset ManagementLegal CounselingFamily Justice CentersHousing ComplaintsChild Advocacy CentersEducation Discrimination AssistanceWork PermitsDivorce AssistanceDebt Consolidation ServicesChild Custody/Visitation AssistanceEmancipation of MinorsHome SanitationUnemployment Insurance Benefits AssistanceFoster Care Legal ServicesHuman Trafficking Legal AssistanceGrandparent RightsSpecial Immigrant Juvenile PetitionsLandlord Rights Information/CounselingHealth Care Discrimination AssistanceBankruptcy AssistanceMortgage Delinquency and Default CounselingImmigrant Benefits AssistancePatient Rights AssistanceAsylum Application Filing AssistanceDeferred Action on Alien RemovalChild Support Assistance/EnforcementSpecial Education AdvocacyPublic/Subsidized Housing Appeals AssistanceAdoption Legal ServicesDomestic/Family Violence Legal ServicesCustomer Service Discrimination AssistanceAlien Travel/Reentry Document Filing AssistancePaternity SuitsVeteran Benefits AssistanceGeneral Legal AidGeneral Education AdvocacyEmployment Discrimination AssistanceAlimony AssistanceAdult Guardianship AssistanceElder LawNative American/Tribal LawNaturalization Support/Legal ServicesHousing Discrimination AssistanceComprehensive Family Law Services
Civil Rights Advocacy offered by National Association for the Advancement of Colored People at Snohomish County Unit 10AA
Supports civil rights legislation and opposes racial discrimination.
Supports civil rights legislation and opposes racial discrimination. Ensures that all students have access to an equal and high-quality education by eliminating racial and ethnic disparities. Also works to combat discrimination in the areas of housing, employment and health care. Empowers African Americans and people of color by increasing awareness and participation in the electoral process.
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