Civil Rights in New Hampshire

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The New Hampshire Commission for Human Rights

The New Hampshire Commission for Human Rights is a state agency established by RSA 354-A for the purpose of eliminating discrimination in employment, public accommodations and the sale or rental of housing or commercial property, because of age, sex, sexual orientation, race, creed, color, marital status, familial status, physical or mental disability or national origin.

The commission has the power to receive, and investigate complaints of illegal discrimination and to engage in research and education designed to promote good will and prevent discrimination.

Find more information about the Commission:

• their mission and activities,

• common questions about the rights of pregnant women, and

• common questions about the rights of people with disabilities and services available to them.

The Disability Rights Center - NH

The Disability Rights Center - NH provides information, advice, personal representation and advocacy to people with disabilities and related issues.

64 North Main Street, Suite 2, 3rd Floor

Concord, NH 03301-4913

603-228-0432, 1-800-834-1721 Y/TTY

Try Also Reading…

• Disability Rights

• Know Your Rights as an LGBTQ+ Student in New Hampshire

• Your Rights as an LGBTQ+ person in New Hampshire

• Know Your Rights

• Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Date: April 2015

Author: Legal Advice & Referral Center