The following are just some of the many organizations that provide information about DEI. While this is not a comprehensive list, use it to guide you to find additional insight.
American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) – A historically recognized organization that defends constitutionally protected civil liberties.
U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission - A United States government organization operating to investigate discrimination charges against employers.
9to5 – An organization fighting for workplace and economic equality for women.
Coalition of Labor Union Women – An organization within the union movement concerned with women’s labor issues.
National Committee on Pay Equity – A coalition of social justice organizations working to close wage gaps for women, people of color and other affected groups.
National Partnership for Women and Families - A national organization working to stop economic, legal and healthcare inequalities against women.
Equality Now – A legal advocacy organization targeting harmful practices and discrimination against women and girls globally.
National Diversity Council – A not-for-profit that serves as a resource to increase diversity and inclusion within organizations.
Age
HelpAge USA – A national chapter of an organization that advocates for the rights of seniors and provides disaster assistance.
Unretire Yourself - Resource for businesses on ageism and ways to make workplaces more inclusive to older people.
Age On – A not-for-profit organization and educational blog striving to end ageism.
AARP – An interest group that lobbies for seniors and provides healthcare insurance services. The website contains many articles and resources relating to seniors.
Aging for Life – A T.V. show and podcast where people communicate about ageism and topics concerning older people. The website contains resources concerning mental health, activism and more.
Ageism.org – An educational organization focused on providing information relating to ageism and its effects.
U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission - Age Discrimination – An article by U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission on age discrimination and the EEOC’s protections for people over 40.
Disabilities
Olmstead Rights - Disability Resources by State – An organization that advocates for people with disabilities by providing resources. This page offers resources by state.
What Can YOU Do Campaign – A coalition of business organizations funded by the U.S. Department of Labor’s Disability Employment policy that campaigns for work opportunities for people with disabilities.
Partnership on Inclusive Apprenticeship (PIA) – A business organization that works with other businesses to create apprenticeship programs for people with disabilities.
Society For Neurodiversity – A community focused on supporting and providing resources for neurodivergent people.
Asperger/ Autism Network - An organization that provides support, education and advocacy for autistic people and their families.
Autism Society – A society that advocates for the wellbeing of the autism community, such as employment policies.
Autism Self Advocacy Network – An organization run by autistic people meant to empower members of the community and fight against disability discrimination.
LGBTQIA+
National LGBT Chamber of Commerce (NGLCC) - An organization that advocates for and certifies LGBT businesses to expand economic opportunities for members of the community.
Out to Innovate – A society for LGBTQIA+ people and allies in STEM fields that supports equal employment opportunity, networking and scientific education.
Human Rights Campaign – An organization fighting to end LGBTQIA+ discrimination through political advocacy and other work.
Out and Equal Workplace Advocates – An organization that partners with various groups to achieve LGBTQIA+ equality in the workplace.
Lesbians Who Tech – An organization intended to empower lesbians in the technology industry.
Pride at Work - An organization made of LGBTQIA+ union workers that strive to achieve economic and social justice for members of the community.
Reaching Out – An organization meant to empower and educate LGBTQIA+ people with or aspiring towards an MBA.
Out in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics – A professional society that supports and empowers LGBTQIA+ people in the STEM field.
Race
National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) – A historically recognized organization that advocates for social justice and civil rights for Black Americans.
The Association of Latino Professionals in Finance and Accounting - A professional association that provides networking and professional development opportunities to members of the Latino community.
Hispanic Association on Corporate Responsibility (HACR) – An organization that works to increase Latino and Hispanic inclusion in corporate fields.
National Hispanic Medical Association – An association of Hispanic and Latino medical professionals working to improve healthcare and the healthcare field for members of the community.
American Indian Science and Engineering Society – An organization that works to increase the representation of Indigenous people in STEM fields.
National Society of Black Engineers – A student-governed organization that supports and advocates for Black students in the engineering field.
Society for the Advancement of Chicanos/Hispanic and Native Americans in Science – A society that empowers Native Americans and Chicanos/Hispanic people in the scientific field.
Religion
Alliance Defending Freedom – A legal organization that represents individuals who are experiencing religious discrimination, regardless of religion.
Freedom From Religion Foundation – An interest group that advocates for the separation of Church and State.
Religious Holiday Calendar – Keep track of the religious holidays year-round.
U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission – Section 12: Religious Discrimination. Compliance manual on religious discrimination.
U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission – Religious Discrimination: Understanding religious discrimination and harassment in the workplace.
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