Discrimination Assistance - Rochester Office
provided by New York State Executive Department, Division of Human Rights
New York State Division of Human Rights - Rochester Office
Room 308
Rochester NY 14607
Monroe Avenue bus route.
Wheelchair accessible.
New York State Division of Human Rights - Syracuse Satellite Office
Room 543
Syracuse NY 13202
On several routes. Check CNY Centro.
Wheelchair accessible. Use rear entrance.
* Provides enforcement of State and Federal laws against discrimination.
Eligibility: Alleged discriminatory act occurred in New York State within one year prior to filing complaint. Willingness to cooperate during investigation.
Application Process: Call, or visit website. State, and sign (or e-sign) complaint of discrimination. Complaint form available on web site, or mailed upon request.
Required Documentation: Photo ID may be required for notarization.
Fees: None.
Coverage Note: Allegany, Genesee, Livingston, Monroe, Ontario, Orleans, Schuyler, Seneca, Steuben, Wayne, Wyoming, and Yates Counties.
Languages: Spanish. Other language assistance available, for any language requested, including sign language.
The NYS Division of Human Rights handles discrimination cases in employment, housing, credit, public accommodations, volunteer firefighters, private non-profit education, and internships. Covered bases are age, creed, marital status, family status, source of income, pregnancy, sexual harrassment, military status, national origin, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, disability, arrest record, conviction record, genetic pre-disposition, and domestic violence victim status.