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Seeks to preserve and promote civil liberty principles related to ethnicity & race issues through legal, legislative and public education programs. Specializes in situations where the government has violated an individual's constitutional rights. Legal counsel available through staff and participating attorneys.

The organization is involved in lobbying efforts in the legislature on behalf of persons with disabilities.

Works to improve the economic, social and educational opportunities for the blind and helps in meeting any special needs they may have.

Advocating for Older Residents: Protects the rights and safety of Illinois older residents who are often targeted by scam artists and abusers. The office can assist with special needs of older residents, including those related to consumer fraud, health care, abuse and neglect, financial exploitation and veterans' rights.

Supports enforcement of laws and other social measures that protect and promote the rights of crime victims.

Seeks to preserve and promote civil liberty principles through legal, legislative and public education programs. Specializes in situations where the government has violated an individual's constitutional rights. Legal counsel available through staff and participating attorneys.

The interests of senior citizens are represented at all public hearings, community meetings, etc. through Silver Haired Legislature and an Aging Specialist.

Coalition of agencies serving individuals and families with Intellectual and Developmental disabilities in St. Charles St. Louis, St. Louis City, and Jefferson County Coalition lobbies on behalf of individuals and their member agencies.

Promotes non-discriminatory practices in employment/housing/public accommodation through surveys, conferences and public meetings.

Works to advocate for educational opportunities, develop a better image and defend the rights of citizens who are deaf or hard of hearing (DHHC).

Seeks to preserve and promote civil liberty principles through legal, legislative and public education programs. Specializes in situations where the government has violated an individual's constitutional rights. Legal counsel available through staff and participating attorneys.

Provides leadership, research, education and advocacy to improve public policies and programs impacting the health and welfare of all people in the State of Missouri.

Seeks to preserve and promote civil liberty principles related to reproductive rights issues through legal, legislative and public education programs. Specializes in situations where the government has violated an individual's constitutional rights. Legal counsel available through staff and participating attorneys.

Civil Rights Bureau: Enforces civil rights laws to prohibit discrimination by investigating complaints of pattern and practice discrimination in housing, public accommodations, employment and financial matters.

Public Policy: Works to develop and implement policies that promote independent living as well as to fight or amend policies that create barriers for people with disabilities. Focuses on advocating for policies and programs that de-institutionalize people and create opportunities for full community participation by organizing/mobilizing the grassroots disability community.

Organization that works to give woman the right to make personal decisions regarding the full range of reproductive choices, including parenting, unintended pregnancy, bearing healthy children and choosing legal abortion.

The organization is involved in lobbying efforts in the legislature on behalf of persons with disabilities.

Disability Rights Bureau: Enforces the Americans with Disabilities Act in Illinois and works to ensure access to buildings and services for people with disabilities by investigating complaints and working to resolve problems through mediation or litigation.

Provides support for Planned Parenthood affiliates and health care centers to ensure access to quality health care, education and information for all individuals. Also advocates for health care policies, protection in women's health and safety.

Promotes the health and well-being of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgendered persons, their families and friends.

Works for the general welfare of the Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing, informing the hearing community of their problems and needs through advocacy.

Seeks to preserve and promote civil liberty principles related to immigration issues through legal, legislative and public education programs. Specializes in situations where the government has violated an individual's constitutional rights. Legal counsel available through staff and participating attorneys.

Serves as an advocate for policies, regulations and programs to establish a person-responsive, comprehensive assistive technology service delivery system.

Protects the rights of individuals with disabilities through information, education, advocacy, investigation, legal counsel and litigation services.

Works with the community to foster mutual understanding and respect among all racial, religious and ethnic groups and prevents discrimination against those groups protected by City Code. Investigates alleged incidents of discrimination and tries to mediate settlements between affected parties. Acts as a clearinghouse for information regarding human rights and offers its services to help educate interested citizens and community groups.