Civilian Complaint Review Board (CCRB) 

Description: The CCRB investigates complaints against the police regarding misconduct, including discrimination, excessive force, abuse of authority, and offensive language. They offer free services to file complaints against police officers in New York City. 
 

Phone: 311 or 212-912-7200 (for non-emergency inquiries) 
 

Website: https://www.nyc.gov/html/ccrb/html/home/home.shtml 
 

New York City Commission on Human Rights (CCHR) 

Description: The CCHR enforces the New York City Human Rights Law, which protects people from discrimination in employment, housing, public accommodations, and other areas. They offer free services to file complaints of discrimination and provide educational resources. 
 

Phone: 311 or 212-416-0197 
 

Website: https://www.nyc.gov/site/cchr/index.page 
 

American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) of New York 

Description: The ACLU advocates for the protection of individual rights, including fighting discrimination in various areas such as employment, education, and public accommodations. They provide legal resources, guidance, and often accept cases pro bono (free of charge). 
 

Phone: 212-607-3300 
 

Website: https://www.aclu.org/affiliate/new-york 
 

New York Legal Assistance Group (NYLAG) 

Description: NYLAG provides free civil legal services, including assistance for discrimination-related cases, particularly in areas such as housing, employment, and family law. 
 

Phone: 212-613-5000 
 

Website: https://nylag.org/ 
 

Legal Aid Society 

Description: The Legal Aid Society offers free legal services for low-income New Yorkers, including services for victims of discrimination in employment, housing, and public accommodations. 
 

Phone: 212-577-3300 
 

Website: https://www.legalaidnyc.org/ 
 

National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) 

Description: The NLRB investigates complaints about unfair labor practices and discrimination in the workplace, particularly involving unions and unionized employees. Services are free and confidential. 
 

Phone: 800-669-7700 
 

Website: https://www.nlrb.gov/ 
 

Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) 

Description: The EEOC is a federal agency that investigates complaints of discrimination in employment based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information. They offer free services to investigate complaints and pursue legal actions if necessary. 
 

Phone: 800-669-4000 or 800-669-6820 (TTY) 
 

Website: https://www.eeoc.gov/ 
 

Housing Conservation Coordinators (HCC) 

Description: HCC provides free legal assistance for tenants facing discrimination in housing. They also offer advocacy and counseling for individuals experiencing housing discrimination. 
 

Phone: 212-541-5996 
 

Website: https://hcc-nyc.org/ 
 

NYC Tenant Protection Unit (TPU) 

Description: The TPU enforces New York City’s rent stabilization laws and investigates tenant discrimination complaints. They offer free services for tenants facing housing discrimination based on race, disability, or other protected statuses. 
 

Phone: 212-863-7000 
 

Website: https://www.nyc.gov/assets/tenantprotection/pdf/tpu-enforcement.pdf 
 

Disability Rights New York (DRNY) 

Description: DRNY provides advocacy and legal services for individuals with disabilities, including cases of discrimination in employment, housing, and public services. 
 

Phone: 518-432-7861 
 

Website: https://www.drny.org/ 
 

National Fair Housing Alliance (NFHA) 

Description: The NFHA works to eliminate housing discrimination and promote open and accessible communities. They offer free guidance, resources, and legal assistance for those facing housing discrimination. 
 

Phone: 202-898-1661 
 

Website: https://nationalfairhousing.org/