Civil Rights & Discrimination
5 authorities worldwideRace, gender, disability, religion discrimination by any body
How claims in this category work
Contact your equality / human rights commission, or for police misconduct the relevant police complaints body. Legal advice is strongly recommended.
Claim types in this category
Authorities & dispute bodies
Find your country below and contact the relevant body — many accept complaints via an online form.
Canada
1Canadian Human Rights Commission
Federal body protecting Canadians from discrimination by federally regulated employers and service providers. Investigates and mediates complaints under the Canadian Human Rights Act.
Norway
1Equality and Anti-Discrimination Ombudsman
Norwegian ombudsman for equality and anti-discrimination. Handles complaints about discrimination based on sex, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, age in employment and services.
Sweden
1Equality Ombudsman
Sweden's Equality Ombudsman. Handles discrimination complaints based on sex, gender identity, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation and age — in employment, education and the provision of goods and services.
United States
2HUD — Office of Fair Housing & Equal Opportunity
Handles Fair Housing Act complaints — race, colour, national origin, religion, sex, disability, familial status discrimination in housing sales, rentals, lending.
Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
Federal agency enforcing Title VII, ADA, ADEA and related civil rights employment laws. Must file with EEOC before suing in federal court for most employment discrimination claims.