Resource Directory

The Commission works in close partnership with the Civil + Human Rights and Equity Department tohold businesses and individuals accountable for discriminatory practices that deny equal treatment to any individual in private employment, housing, education, or commerce.

The mission of CNY Pride is to serve the Central New York lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ) community and their allies.

CDRC is an inclusive organization and does not discriminate because of race, color, ethnic origin, immigration status, national origin, sex, marital or family status (including pregnancy and child care plans), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disabilities or age. We offer mediation, group facilitation, conflict coaching, and trai...

CMS is a comprehensive community service organization dedicated to providing a wide range of support to at-risk adolescents, vulnerable communities and families in need. Through evidence-based programs, crisis intervention, mentoring, coaching, and community engagement initiatives, we strive to meet the unique needs of diverse communities throughou...

The Community Security Initiative serves nonprofit, Jewish organizations located in New York City, Long Island, Westchester, Rockland, the Greater Hudson Valley and Connecticut.

CANY, under 146 of New York's Correction Law, is charged with visiting and examining the state's correctional facilities to identify and report on prison conditions, the treatment of incarcerated individuals, and the administration of policy promulgated by the executive and legislature.

The Council of Peoples Organization's (COPO) mission is to assist low income immigrant families, particularly South Asians and Muslims, to reach their full potential as residents of New York City. COPO empowers marginalized communities to advocate for their rights and understand their responsibilities as Americans. It helps to build community relat...

CAIR-NY's mission is to enhance understanding of Islam, protect civil rights, promote justice, and empower American Muslims.

Crime Victims Assistance Center, Inc. is a unique resource which offers a safe & welcoming environment for those who have been a victim of, or affected by crime. Our counselors and advocates provide free, trauma-informed supportive services with compassion to survivors. CVAC provides 24 hour support through our crisis hotline and advocacy to all fo...

The Securing Communities Against Hate Crimes Program provides grants to boost safety and security at New York's nonpublic nonprofit schools, nonprofit day care centers, nonprofit community centers, nonprofit cultural museums, nonprofit residential camps and nonprofit day camps at risk of hate crimes or attacks because of their ideology, beliefs, or...

Our mission is to provide a safe space for Deaf New Americans to develop education, leadership and life skills without limitation in a way honors their culture and traditions. We work to accommodate the needs of this community in which they can create their own barrier free future. Central New York has Deaf New Americans from many different nationa...

Safe Helpline is the Department of Defense's (DoD) sole hotline for members of the DoD community affected by sexual assault. Safe Helpline is a completelyanonymous, confidential, 24/7, specialized serviceproviding help and information anytime, anywhere. A Safe Helpline user can access one-on-one support, peer-to-peer support, information, resources...