CIVIL RIGHTS RESOURCES

The Council on American-Islamic Relations – Massachusetts (CAIR-MA) is a chapter of America’s largest Muslim civil rights organization CAIR-MA’s mission is to enhance understanding of Islam, encourage dialogue, protect civil liberties, empower American Muslims and build coalitions that promote social justice and mutual understanding

City Life/Vida Urbana is a grassroots community organization committed to fighting for racial, social and economic justice and gender equality by building working class power We promote individual empowerment, develop community leaders and build collective power to effect systemic change and transform society Are you fighting to stay in your home? Join us at one of our weekly meetings, where you can speak with an organizer and lawyer, and meet others that are fighting the same battles!

Health and Human Services

The East Boston Community Ecumenical Council (EBECC) was founded in 1978 with the mission of promoting racial harmony Today our community immigrant organization in Boston, MA, promotes the advancement of Latino immigrants of all ages We do this by way of education, services, advocacy, community organization, and leadership development Many of our staff members are bilingual and immigrants themselves They’re well-equipped to improve the lives of others

Health Law Advocates (HLA) is a 501(c)(3) public interest law firm whose mission is to provide pro bono legal representation to low-income residents experiencing difficulty accessing or paying for needed medical services HLA is committed to ensuring universal access to quality health care in Massachusetts, particularly for those who are most at risk due to such factors as race, gender, disability, age, or geographic location With its partner organization, Health Care For All, HLA combines legal expertise with grassroots organizing and policy reform to advance the statewide movement for universal health care access

Jewish Voice for Peace opposes anti-Jewish, anti-Muslim, and anti-Arab bigotry and oppression JVP seeks an end to the Israeli occupation of the West Bank, Gaza Strip, and East Jerusalem; security and self-determination for Israelis and Palestinians; a just solution for Palestinian refugees based on principles established in international law; an end to violence against civilians; and peace and justice for all peoples of the Middle East

MOVA is an independent state agency governed by the Victim and Witness Assistance Board MOVA strives to advance victim rights by ensuring all victims and survivors of crime across the Commonwealth

Massachusetts Advocates for Children’s mission is to remove barriers to educational and life opportunities for children and youth
We do so by advocating for and partnering with students and families; transforming school cultures to be inclusive, safe and supportive; and creating systemic change so all children and youth can learn, reach their potential, and thrive

The Massachusetts Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing is the principal agency in the Commonwealth on behalf of people of all ages who are deaf and hard of hearing, established by Chapter 716 of the Acts of 1985, which amended Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 6 §191-197

Now with the active engagement of over 7,000 members, MPU has become the largest urban parent advocacy organization in the Commonwealth

MassCOSH unites workers, unions and community groups with environmental and health activists, to end dangerous work conditions, to organize for safe, secure jobs, and to advocate for healthy communities Through training, technical assistance and building community/labor alliances, MassCOSH mobilizes its members and develops leaders in the movement to end unsafe work conditions

Muslim Justice League (MJL)’s mission is to organize and advocate for communities whose rights are threatened under the national security state in the United States Led by Muslims, our organizing brings justice for ALL communities deemed “suspect” MJL was founded on the principles that discrimination towards any group endangers the rights of all and that Muslim advocacy is an essential force for promoting justice

Contact if you have been discriminated against in receiving housing, public services, accommodations or employment

Parent Professional/Advocy League nonprofit that works for families in our own communities The Parent/Professional Advocacy League (PPAL) is a statewide family organization dedicated to improving the mental health and well being of children, youth and families through education, advocacy and partnership