National Women's Law Center — LGBTQ+

Discrimination & Civil Rights · Ohio · Free

NWLC legal advocacy including LGBTQ+ workplace protections. Useful for tenants denied housing or evicted because of sexual orientation, gender identity, or HIV status. Most discrimination organizations help draft demand letters, file complaints, and connect you with attorneys. Healthcare discrimination is covered under ACA Section 1557 — providers receiving federal funds can't turn you away. Free, confidential, and open to anyone in the LGBTQ+ community.

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