Workplace Resources for Black Women

Learn about the various types of discrimination prohibited by the laws enforced by EEOC. We also provide links to the relevant laws, regulations and policy guidance, and also fact sheets, Q&As, best practices, and other information.

Federal law entitles you to a safe workplace. Your employer must keep your workplace free of known health and safety hazards. You have the right to speak up about hazards without fear of retaliation.

The Civil Rights Division enforces federal laws that protect you from discrimination based on your race, color, national origin, disability status, sex, religion, familial status, or loss of other constitutional rights.

It is unlawful to harass a person (an applicant or employee) because of that person's sex. Harassment can include "sexual harassment" or unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other verbal or physical harassment of a sexual nature.

The types of laws and discrimination that the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) is responsible for enforcing. 

The law requires an employer to post a notice describing the Federal laws prohibiting job discrimination.

The laws enforced by EEOC prohibit an employer from treating women differently, or less favorably, because of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions. Employers must treat women temporarily unable to perform their jobs due to pregnancy, childbirth, or a related medical condition the same as any other temporarily disabled employees.

The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) is a new law that requires covered employers to provide “reasonable accommodations” to a worker’s known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, unless the accommodation will cause the employer an “undue hardship.”

Click "learn more" to find out additional information regarding how to file  a formal job discrimination complaint with the EEOC. 

The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) can help you and your young children get food, nutrition counseling, and social service referrals.

These are resources, organisations and people who provide support specifically for Black and Black Mixed-Heritage women and birthing people through pregnancy and afterwards.

The Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) is a non-pricing meal service option for schools and school districts in low-income areas. CEP allows the nation’s highest poverty schools and districts to serve breakfast and lunch at no cost to all enrolled students without collecting household applications.

Known previously as "food stamps," the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) can help you pay for food if you have a low income.

Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) is a federally funded, state-run program. Also known as welfare, TANF helps families financially after experiencing hardship.

Learn about Social Security, including retirement and disability benefits, how to get or replace your Social Security card, and more.

You can get immediate food assistance from government and private organizations. If you are hungry now, learn where to find food in your area.

Find food, shelter, clothing, and health clinics near you by entering in your zipcode. 

This program assists families with receiving free internet services. This program has been paused since Feb. 7th, but check here frequently for updates. 

The LIHEAP and WAP programs help pay for heating, cooling, and home weatherization. Learn if you are eligible and how to apply. And get help if your utilities were disconnected. Please contact your local Trustee's office for rent and utility assistance as well.

Get information on Medicaid, Medicare, the ACA health insurance marketplace, and COBRA.

See how government programs can help with health care, prescription drugs, and immunizations.

Start living your best life, Sis. Find a therapist today!

Find emergency hotlines, counseling, and treatment options for help with mental health.

Sadly, some babies are lost during pregnancy, birth, or shortly afterwards. We have information and support for anyone who has experienced the loss of a baby, whether through miscarriage, stillbirth, neonatal death, or termination for medical reasons.

Learn how to support your friends with all things mental health.

Wellness Resources for Black Women

Positive Affirmations for Black Women

Every woman deserves a healthy relationship.

Suicide Prevention for Black and African American Communities.

Connect with a free volunteer crisis counselor 24/7

Fighting the stigma of mental health in the Black community.