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Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination
Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination

Main Office

One Ashburton Place

Rm. 601

Boston, MA 02108-1518

617-994-6000

Western Massachusetts

436 Dwight Street

Rm. 220

Springfield, MA 01103

413-739-2145

TTY 617-994-6196
Programs
Enforces the Commonwealth's Anti-discrimination laws, chapters 151B & 272 by resolving complaints of discrimination in the following areas . . .
  • employment
  • housing
  • public accommodations
  • services
  • credit
  • education
The Commission reviews and advises Governor's Cabinet Officesconcerning affirmative mandates in
  • employment,
  • housing
  • construction contract compliance
  • minority and women business enterprises.
Educate the public on issues concerning discrimination based upon race, color, national origin, national ancestry, creed, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, and criminal records.
The Commission is also mandated to educate the public on housing issues concerning marital status, military/veteran status, persons with children and public assistance.
The Commission also initiates research activities and legal suits which may advance the civil rights of people in the Commonwealth.