Alliance for Justice - "AFJ works to ensure that the federal judiciary advances core constitutional values, preserves human rights and unfettered access to the courts, and adheres to the even-handed administration of justice for all Americans."
Anti-Defamation League - "Now the nation's premier civil rights/human relations agency, ADL fights anti-Semitism and all forms of bigotry, defends democratic ideals and protects civil rights for all."
Anti-Violence Project - "Today, AVP provides free and confidential assistance to thousands of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and HIV-affected people each year from all five boroughs of New York City through direct client services and community organizing and public advocacy."
Foundation for a Better Life - "The goal of The Foundation for a Better Life is to offer inspirational messages to people everywhere as a contribution toward promoting good values, good role models and a better life."
NAACP- "The mission of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People is to ensure the political, educational, social, and economic equality of rights of all persons and to eliminate race-based discrimination."
Not In Our Town - "Not In Our Town is a movement to stop hate, address bullying, and build safe, inclusive communities for all. Not In Our Town films, new media, and organizing tools help local leaders build vibrant, diverse cities and towns, where everyone can participate."
Partners Against Hate - "...offered promising education and counteraction strategies for young people and the wide range of community-based professionals who work and interact with youth, including parents, law enforcement officials, educators, and community/business leaders."
Philanthropic Initiative for Racial Equity - "The goal of the Philanthropic Initiative for Racial Equity (PRE) is to increase the amount and effectiveness of resources aimed at combating institutional and structural racism in communities through capacity building, education, and convening of grantmakers and grantseekers."
Southern Poverty Law Center - "The Southern Poverty Law Center is dedicated to fighting hate and bigotry and to seeking justice for the most vulnerable members of our society."
Stop The Hate - "...is an educational initiative of Campus Pride and supports colleges and universities in preventing and combating hate on campus as well as fostering the development of community."
The Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights - "The Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights is a coalition charged by its diverse membership of more than 200 national organizations to promote and protect the civil and human rights of all persons in the United States."
The first ten amendments to the U.S. Constitution that provide individual protections and specific limits on government power. Provided by the Bill of Rights Institute.
A series of informative links covering your rights during situations ranging from freedom of religion to domestic violence to transgender discrimination, and more! Provided by the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU)
"You Have The Right To Remain Silent" A practical resource when dealing with law enforcement. Provided by the National Lawyers Guild
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Educational Websites that Promote Peace
Anti-Violence Project - Report Violence
http://www.avp.org/get-help/report-violence
24 Hour Hotline: 212-714-1441
National Domestic Violence Hotline
http://www.thehotline.org/
1-800-799-7233 | 1-800-787-3224 (TTY)
National Organization for Victim Assistance
http://www.trynova.org/
800-879-6682 (800-TRY-NOVA)
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"Keep the Peace: A Citizen's Guide to Interacting with the Police"
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