Workplace Resources for Black Women
U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission on Discrimination by Type
U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission on Discrimination by Type
U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission on Discrimination by Type
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.
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission on Discrimination by Type
U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission on Discrimination by Type
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.
U.S. Department of Justice Civil Rights Division
U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission on Discrimination by Type
U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission on Sexual Harassment
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.
U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission on Sexual Harassment
U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission on Sexual Harassment
U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission on Sexual Harassment
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.
U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission on Laws and Guidance
U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission on Sexual Harassment
U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission on Laws and Guidance
The types of laws and discrimination that the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) is responsible for enforcing.
“Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal” Poster
U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission on Sexual Harassment
U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission on Laws and Guidance
The law requires an employer to post a notice describing the Federal laws prohibiting job discrimination.
U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission on Pregnancy Discrimination
U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission on How to File a Complaint at the Workplace
U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission on the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act
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.
U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission on the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act
U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission on How to File a Complaint at the Workplace
U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission on the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act
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.”
U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission on How to File a Complaint at the Workplace
U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission on How to File a Complaint at the Workplace
U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission on How to File a Complaint at the Workplace
Click "learn more" to find out additional information regarding how to file a formal job discrimination complaint with the EEOC.
Community Resources for Black Women
Get food assistance with the WIC program
Tommy's Resources for Black and Black Mixed-Heritage pregnant women and birthing people
Tommy's Resources for Black and Black Mixed-Heritage pregnant women and birthing people
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.
Tommy's Resources for Black and Black Mixed-Heritage pregnant women and birthing people
Tommy's Resources for Black and Black Mixed-Heritage pregnant women and birthing people
Tommy's Resources for Black and Black Mixed-Heritage pregnant women and birthing people
These are resources, organisations and people who provide support specifically for Black and Black Mixed-Heritage women and birthing people through pregnancy and afterwards.
Community Eligibility Provision for Free and Reduced School Lunch
Tommy's Resources for Black and Black Mixed-Heritage pregnant women and birthing people
How to apply for food stamps (SNAP benefits) and check your balance
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.
How to apply for food stamps (SNAP benefits) and check your balance
How to apply for food stamps (SNAP benefits) and check your balance
How to apply for food stamps (SNAP benefits) and check your balance
Known previously as "food stamps," the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) can help you pay for food if you have a low income.
TANF Benefits
How to apply for food stamps (SNAP benefits) and check your balance
Social Security Help
Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) is a federally funded, state-run program. Also known as welfare, TANF helps families financially after experiencing hardship.
Social Security Help
How to apply for food stamps (SNAP benefits) and check your balance
Social Security Help
Learn about Social Security, including retirement and disability benefits, how to get or replace your Social Security card, and more.
How to get Emergency Food Assistance
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
You can get immediate food assistance from government and private organizations. If you are hungry now, learn where to find food in your area.
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
Find food, shelter, clothing, and health clinics near you by entering in your zipcode.
Affordable Connectivity Program
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
Affordable Connectivity Program
This program assists families with receiving free internet services. This program has been paused since Feb. 7th, but check here frequently for updates.
Get Help with Energy Bills
How to get Help with Medical Expenses
Affordable Connectivity Program
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.
Health Insurance Help
How to get Help with Medical Expenses
How to get Help with Medical Expenses
Get information on Medicaid, Medicare, the ACA health insurance marketplace, and COBRA.
How to get Help with Medical Expenses
How to get Help with Medical Expenses
How to get Help with Medical Expenses
See how government programs can help with health care, prescription drugs, and immunizations.
Mental Health Resources for Black Women
Therapy for Black Girls
Tommy's Baby Loss Information and Support
Find Help for Mental Health Near You
Start living your best life, Sis. Find a therapist today!
Find Help for Mental Health Near You
Tommy's Baby Loss Information and Support
Find Help for Mental Health Near You
Find emergency hotlines, counseling, and treatment options for help with mental health.
Tommy's Baby Loss Information and Support
Tommy's Baby Loss Information and Support
Tommy's Baby Loss Information and Support
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.
Seize the Awkward
The Black Girl Doctor
Tommy's Baby Loss Information and Support
Learn how to support your friends with all things mental health.
The Black Girl Doctor
The Black Girl Doctor
The Black Girl Doctor
Wellness Resources for Black Women
Dear Black Women
The Black Girl Doctor
The Black Girl Doctor
Positive Affirmations for Black Women
National Domestic Violence Hotline
L.E.T.S. SAVE LIVES: American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
L.E.T.S. SAVE LIVES: American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
Every woman deserves a healthy relationship.
L.E.T.S. SAVE LIVES: American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
L.E.T.S. SAVE LIVES: American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
L.E.T.S. SAVE LIVES: American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
Suicide Prevention for Black and African American Communities.
Crisis Text Line
L.E.T.S. SAVE LIVES: American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
Black Mental Wellness
Connect with a free volunteer crisis counselor 24/7
Black Mental Wellness
Black Mental Wellness
Black Mental Wellness
Fighting the stigma of mental health in the Black community.
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