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Legal services are provided during legal clinics. Referrals to community attorneys who offer pro bono or discounted services are also given.

A housing counselor will work with clients to identify rental resources that meet individual needs. Will review credit reports (or FABCO rental report), review income and household budget, create an action plan, and assist with an online search for current, available properties for rent. Can also review current leases, document any issues with landlords, and discuss options for landlord/tenant disputes. Will also help you file a fair housing compliant if necessary.

Provides referral of fair housing complaints and legal representation of individuals who have been denied fair housing opportunities.

Provides information and training to residents regarding landlord/tenant concerns and fair housing laws which prohibit discrimination because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, ancestry, color, family status, or military status.

Provides free services to Hocking, Athens and Perry Counties to prevent discrimination in housing.

SEOLS provides advice and representation for tenants who live in private or subsidized housing. Our goal is to preserve and improve the quality of the tenant’s home. Legal services are provided in the following areas: - Evictions - Fair housing - Security deposits - Issues with the condition of rental properties - Section 8 Voucher terminations - Mortgage foreclosures - Tax foreclosures.

Counsels, mediates, and advocates on behalf of Muslims and other Arabs who have experienced discrimination, defamation, or hate crimes. Works to protect and defend the constitutional rights of Muslims in America.

Investigates complaints of racial discrimination in the areas of employment, housing, police brutality, criminal justice, veterans, health, and education. Refers complaints to proper authorities for resolution.

Investigates and rules on charges of discrimination in employment, housing, public accommodations, credit and institutions of higher education on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability, age, and familial status (persons with children).

Provides the following legal services for low-income clients with housing issues: Eviction defense and enforcement of tenants' rights; Protection of public housing subsidies; Home ownership, foreclosure, and access to housing; and other issues related to housing rights, including utility shut-offs, predatory lending, and the rights of tenants with disabilities.

Oversees the administration and enforcement of fair housing laws which prohibits the discrimination of individuals based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, family status, or disability when buying or renting a home. Accepts and investigates complaints of housing discrimination.

Offers a variety of assistance to people who believe they may be victims of illegal housing discrimination. Helps gather evidence to support a claim of illegal discrimination. Discusses enforcement options and provides support with filing complaints with the Department of Housing and Urban Development and/or initiating legal action.

Provides investigation of complaints of discrimination in employment by those working for or attempting to work for contractors who do business with the federal government. Also works with employers who contract with the US government to comply with federal anti-discrimination laws.

Provides enforcement of the Columbus Civil Rights Code. Investigates, mediates and conducts hearings in response to complaints alleging discrimination against individuals in employment, fair housing and/or public accommodation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex or sexual orientation.

Civil Rights organization offering discrimination and advocacy assistance, especially in the issues of education, environmental and climate justice, economic opportunity, health, media diversity, criminal justice, and civic engagement.

Provides counseling on fair housing rights, investigates fair housing complaints and provides information on landlord/tenant rights and responsibilities. Also provides workshops on fair housing and landlord/tenant issues.

Provide fair housing is a right protected by federal and state law. Fair housing means you may freely choose a place to live without regard to your race, color, disability, religion, sex, national origin or familial status.

Evaluates education cases related to disability access and special education (including evaluations, behavior plans and modifications or failure to follow Individual Education Plans {IEP's}); school enrollment issues (including homelessness and school fees/records/other barriers); language access (bilingual services for child and parent/guardian) school discipline, including expulsion hearings and appeals and manifestation determination reviews (MDR's); post-secondary education for individuals with a disability that cannot access education; lawsuit filed by the school against the applicant to collect education expenses.

Investigates complaints of discrimination in employment, housing, credit, higher education, and public accommodations. May file a complaint on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, disability, age, military status, and marital or familial status. Mediation to help settle disputes dealing with discrimination may be offered to those who have filed a complaint.

Provides advice and representation for those being evicted, foreclosed upon, locked out, having difficulty obtaining repairs from a landlord, or who have had utilities terminated. Advice and representation may also be available to those who wish to enforce special rules of subsidized housing, or those seeking assistance with land contract problems and housing discrimination matters. NOTE: Information on the Fall 2020 National Eviction Moratorium is available on the agency's website.

Seeks to resolve complaints of racial, gender, or LGBTQ2+ discrimination. Focuses mainly on housing, employment, and education. Does not provide legal assistance.

Provides education on fair housing included attending meetings to present the fair housing laws, publishing news articles concerning fair housing, and distributing fair housing brochures. Also responds directly to inquiries from individuals about possible fair housing violations.

Investigates complaints of housing discrimination. Provides counseling and supportive services to complainants. Addresses discrimination through mediation,referral, voluntary compliance and/or legal action.

Provides information about landlord, tenant, and fair housing issues occurring in the City of Parma. Answers questions dealing with landlord/tenant law and offers information regarding the rights and obligations of landlords and tenants. Does not give legal advice. Handles reports of possible violations of fair housing laws such as housing discrimination.

Neighborhood Support and Recognition, Reserve A Roll-Off - commercial dumpsters for neighborhood use, Neighborhood Signs, and Training- a resource library and training opportunities offered to neighborhood groups throughout the year. Springfield Mediation Services - Provides mediation and conciliation service for neighbor and landlord-tenant and fair housing conflicts for the City of Springfield. Promotes the use of collaboration and mediation to resolve conflicts. Provides ongoing training and support for mediator. Also, celebrates diverse heritage with a yearly CultureFest event, September 27, 2014 and a Global Education Series. To volunteer or for CultureFest or Global Education Series information call (937) 324-7696. Springfield Mediation Services - Provides mediation and conciliation service for neighbor and landlord-tenant and fair housing conflicts for the City of Springfield. Promotes the use of collaboration and mediation to resolve conflicts. Provides ongoing training and support for mediator.