Resource Directory

The Interfaith Alliance of Rochester Providing a vehicle for people of faith to engage with the issues facing the Rochester area with respect for the First Amendment. We work towards a public good that offers dignity and wholeness to all people. This includes a quality public education, a sustainable environment, a living wage, comprehensive health...

The Interfaith Alliance of Rochester Providing a vehicle for people of faith to engage with the issues facing the Rochester area with respect for the First Amendment. We work towards a public good that offers dignity and wholeness to all people. This includes a quality public education, a sustainable environment, a living wage, comprehensive health care, adequate housing, and a voice for people of faith in the political arena that respects the First Amendment.

The Ismaili Muslims are a culturally diverse community living in over 35 countries around the world. The community adheres to a 1,400 year tradition of Shi'a values that are expressed through a commitment to a search for knowledge for the betterment of self and society; embracing pluralism by building bridges of peace and understanding; and generou...

The Ismaili Muslims are a culturally diverse community living in over 35 countries around the world. The community adheres to a 1,400 year tradition of Shi'a values that are expressed through a commitment to a search for knowledge for the betterment of self and society; embracing pluralism by building bridges of peace and understanding; and generously sharing of one's time, talents, and material resources to improve the quality of life of the community and those among whom they live.

The Legal Aid Society is a 501(c)(3) non-profit legal aid provider based in New York City. Founded in 1876, it is the oldest and largest provider of legal aid in the United States. Its attorneys provide representation on criminal and civil matters in both individual cases and class action lawsuits. The organization is funded through a combination o...

The Legal Aid Society is a 501(c)(3) non-profit legal aid provider based in New York City. Founded in 1876, it is the oldest and largest provider of legal aid in the United States. Its attorneys provide representation on criminal and civil matters in both individual cases and class action lawsuits. The organization is funded through a combination of public grants and private donations. The Legal Aid Society works throughout New York City to ensure everyone has access to justice. Our expert teams work across practice areas on nearly every area of law that impacts New Yorkers.

The Legal Project is an Albany based non-profit organization that provides free civil legal assistance to people who do not have the ability to hire an attorney. We believe all people deserve access to justice and expert legal assistance, which should not be based on a person's ability to pay. We assist victims of domestic violence, crime, and huma...

The Legal Project is an Albany based non-profit organization that provides free civil legal assistance to people who do not have the ability to hire an attorney. We believe all people deserve access to justice and expert legal assistance, which should not be based on a person's ability to pay. We assist victims of domestic violence, crime, and human trafficking; homeowners facing foreclosure and bankruptcy; immigrants; small business owners, veterans, the elderly, and other vulnerable members of our local community across the Capital Region. We do this by advising, advocating for and representing people who have traditionally had difficulty obtaining civil legal assistance.

The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center (The Center) was established in 1983 at the height of the AIDS crisis to provide a safe and affirming place for LGBTQ+ New Yorkers to respond to the urgent threats facing the community. Operating in-person and virtually, we provide recovery and wellness programs, economic advancement initiat...

The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center (The Center) was established in 1983 at the height of the AIDS crisis to provide a safe and affirming place for LGBTQ+ New Yorkers to respond to the urgent threats facing the community. Operating in-person and virtually, we provide recovery and wellness programs, economic advancement initiatives, family and youth support, advocacy, arts and cultural programming, and space for community organizing, connection, and celebration. Our arts, culture, and entertainment programming is diverse, spanning Second Tuesday lecture series, book readings, film screenings, live performances, workshops, and exhibitions of visual art and historical ephemera.

The Q Center provides an array of resources, educational opportunities and social justice initiatives designed to foster a campus environment that is inclusive and supportive of all sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions. A home away from home, the Center seeks to be a safe environment where gender and sexual diversity is aff...

The Q Center provides an array of resources, educational opportunities and social justice initiatives designed to foster a campus environment that is inclusive and supportive of all sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions. A home away from home, the Center seeks to be a safe environment where gender and sexual diversity is affirmed and community is fostered. Center programming supports and empowers students, faculty and staff contributing to personal, scholarly and professional success.

The LOFT LGBTQ+ Community Center is a non-profit institution that serves the LGBTQ+ community of Westchester County, NY, and the Hudson Valley Region. Founded in 1983, The LOFT provides a broad range of services including in-person, virtual, and hybrid programs, support groups, social activities, and special events such as Westchester Pride Hosted ...

The LOFT LGBTQ+ Community Center is a non-profit institution that serves the LGBTQ+ community of Westchester County, NY, and the Hudson Valley Region. Founded in 1983, The LOFT provides a broad range of services including in-person, virtual, and hybrid programs, support groups, social activities, and special events such as Westchester Pride Hosted by The LOFT, The Hudson Valley TransForum, and the Trans Support of The Hudson Valley (TSHV) program, which supports and empowers Transgender, Gender Non-Conforming, and Non-Binary (TGNCNB) communities.

The Trevor Project is an American nonprofit organization founded in 1998. Focused on suicide prevention efforts among lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and questioning (LGBTQ) youth, they offer a toll-free telephone number where confidential assistance is provided by trained counselors. TrevorSpace is a welcoming online social community f...

The Trevor Project is an American nonprofit organization founded in 1998. Focused on suicide prevention efforts among lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and questioning (LGBTQ) youth, they offer a toll-free telephone number where confidential assistance is provided by trained counselors. TrevorSpace is a welcoming online social community for LGBTQ+ young people between the ages of 13-24 years old. With over 400,000 members across the globe, you can find support groups and make friends in a moderated online safe space intentionally designed for you.

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The Tompkins County Office of Human Rights (TCOHR) is a County department which facilitates the filing of human rights complaints with the New York State Division of Human Rights (NYSDHR). Such complaints include allegations of discrimination in housing, employment, public accommodation, education and other areas covered by New York State Human Rig...

The Tompkins County Office of Human Rights (TCOHR) is a County department which facilitates the filing of human rights complaints with the New York State Division of Human Rights (NYSDHR). Such complaints include allegations of discrimination in housing, employment, public accommodation, education and other areas covered by New York State Human Rights Law. The office makes referrals to legal and other regarding interpretation of local and state human rights laws as well as federal laws and offers advice on human rights concerns. TCOHR also organizes education and outreach initiatives addressing human rights and social justice issues.

The Greenburgh Human Rights Advisory Committee helps facilitate better understanding among the diverse groups in the Town of Greenburgh. Another major and important function of the Committee is to provide informational and educational forums for the public designed to support residents in expanding their knowledge base on human rights as well as op...

The Greenburgh Human Rights Advisory Committee helps facilitate better understanding among the diverse groups in the Town of Greenburgh. Another major and important function of the Committee is to provide informational and educational forums for the public designed to support residents in expanding their knowledge base on human rights as well as options to consider should they feel that their human rights have been violated. The Greenburgh Human Rights Advisory Committee also serves as a resource to help facilitate better understanding among the town's diverse population

The Woodstock Human Rights Commission's (WHRC) mission is to support the Woodstock Town Board in ensuring fairness and equitable treatment of all people when interacting with all town agencies and departments in the Town of Woodstock, New York. The WHRC will work towards these goals through: Individual(s) Advocacy, Community Education, Policy Recom...

The Woodstock Human Rights Commission's (WHRC) mission is to support the Woodstock Town Board in ensuring fairness and equitable treatment of all people when interacting with all town agencies and departments in the Town of Woodstock, New York. The WHRC will work towards these goals through: Individual(s) Advocacy, Community Education, Policy Recommendations