Resource Directory

The New York Civil Liberties Union (NYCLU) advances civil rights and civil liberties so that all New Yorkers can live with dignity, liberty, justice, and equality. The NYCLU goes directly to the courts, the state house, and town halls to challenge power at its source. We engage our communities to build pressure for change, call out power, and bring...

The New York Civil Liberties Union (NYCLU) advances civil rights and civil liberties so that all New Yorkers can live with dignity, liberty, justice, and equality. The NYCLU goes directly to the courts, the state house, and town halls to challenge power at its source. We engage our communities to build pressure for change, call out power, and bring in partners. We bridge divides and hold to principle, and demand the world we need while seizing opportunity in the world we have.

The Hudson Valley Regional Office of the New York Civil Liberties Union serves Westchester, Putnam, Dutchess, Rockland, Orange, Sullivan and Ulster counties. We work to protect and defend the rights and freedoms guaranteed by the Bill of Rights, the U.S. Constitution and the New York State Constitution, including freedom of speech and religion, and...

The Hudson Valley Regional Office of the New York Civil Liberties Union serves Westchester, Putnam, Dutchess, Rockland, Orange, Sullivan and Ulster counties. We work to protect and defend the rights and freedoms guaranteed by the Bill of Rights, the U.S. Constitution and the New York State Constitution, including freedom of speech and religion, and the right to privacy, equality and due process of law for all Hudson Valley residents.

The NYCLU fights for accessible, inclusive, and responsive reproductive health care for all New Yorkers. This includes advocating for the resources, laws and policies, and information needed to allow people access to everything from contraception, abortion, and prenatal care, to cervical cancer screenings.

We protect and advance the rights of individuals and families experiencing poverty or in crisis who face legal challenges that threaten their economic stability and safety. NYLAG believes that poverty is a systemic issue shaped by laws, institutional policies, cultural representations, racism, and widespread beliefsnot the result of individual beh...

We protect and advance the rights of individuals and families experiencing poverty or in crisis who face legal challenges that threaten their economic stability and safety. NYLAG believes that poverty is a systemic issue shaped by laws, institutional policies, cultural representations, racism, and widespread beliefsnot the result of individual behaviors or bad' choices. We know that without a lawyer, justice may be out of reach. We also work to identify systemic issues that have an impact beyond an individual client: we push for changes in laws and regulations; for government reform; and for more equitable court practices.

New York Peace Institute is committed to promoting peace in our communities. Whether a dispute involves two people, dozens of people, or several groups, we can help. We work in the following areas: Mediation, Conflict Coaching, Group Facilitation, Restorative Justice. As experts in conflict response, New York Peace Institute empowers people to find...

New York Peace Institute is committed to promoting peace in our communities. Whether a dispute involves two people, dozens of people, or several groups, we can help. We work in the following areas: Mediation, Conflict Coaching, Group Facilitation, Restorative Justice. As experts in conflict response, New York Peace Institute empowers people to find creative and durable solutions to their disputes. We teach vital conflict resolution skills to communities and organizations, and we advance the field by training and certifying professional mediators.

Crime Victim Bill of Rights

The New York State Bar Association engages and educates its members, shapes the development of law, responds to the demands of our diverse and ever-changing legal profession and the public we serve, and advocates for legislation, equal access to justice, and the rule of law.

The New York State Coalition Against Domestic Violence (NYSCADV) is a not-for-profit that works to ensure the provision of effective and appropriate services to survivors through community outreach, training, technical assistance, and policy development. NYSCADV's work includes a variety of specialized projects, providing enhanced tools and resourc...

The New York State Coalition Against Domestic Violence (NYSCADV) is a not-for-profit that works to ensure the provision of effective and appropriate services to survivors through community outreach, training, technical assistance, and policy development. NYSCADV's work includes a variety of specialized projects, providing enhanced tools and resources on a number of topics as they relate to domestic violence, including disaster preparedness and response, economic empowerment, and expert witness testimony.

NYSCASA's member rape crisis programs provide free, confidential services including: 24/7 emergency hotline; crisis intervention; individual counseling; support groups; advocacy and accompaniment through medical, law enforcement, and court systems; information and referral. A victim advocate at your local rape crisis program can provide you with in...

NYSCASA's member rape crisis programs provide free, confidential services including: 24/7 emergency hotline; crisis intervention; individual counseling; support groups; advocacy and accompaniment through medical, law enforcement, and court systems; information and referral. A victim advocate at your local rape crisis program can provide you with information about your right to a sexual assault forensic exam and can meet you at the hospital to provide you with support if you decide you want the exam.

The New York State Division of Human Rights is dedicated to eliminating discrimination, remedying injustice, and promoting equal opportunity, access, and dignity. Our vision is a New York free of discrimination where everyone can fulfill their potential and participate fully in the life of the state.

Provides callers throughout New York State with immediate assessment, support, information and referral to their local county providers for assistance with domestic violence and sexual violence issues.

The New York State Office of Children and Family Services maintains the Statewide Central Register of Child Abuse and Maltreatment (SCR, also known as the “hotline”) for reports made pursuant to the Social Services Law. The SCR receives telephone calls alleging child abuse or maltreatment within New York State. SCR staff relay information from ...

The New York State Office of Children and Family Services maintains the Statewide Central Register of Child Abuse and Maltreatment (SCR, also known as the “hotline”) for reports made pursuant to the Social Services Law. The SCR receives telephone calls alleging child abuse or maltreatment within New York State. SCR staff relay information from the calls to the local CPS for investigation, monitors their prompt response, and identifies whether there are prior child abuse or maltreatment reports.