The Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination (MCAD) is the independent state agency that enforces the Massachusetts anti-discrimination laws by investigating complaints of discrimination in employment, housing, public accommodations, and other aspects of everyday life. Pursuant to its mission to eradicate discrimination in the Commonwealth, the MCAD also offers remedial and preventative training, and publishes resources online such as model policies, posters, and guides.
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Navigating Discrimination in Massachusetts
Developed in partnership with the Mayor’s Office of LGBTQIA2S+ Advancement (MOLA), the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination (MCAD), and Northeastern University, this guidebook compiles essential information on where and how to report discriminatory treatment across the 15 agencies in Massachusetts that handle complaints of discrimination and hate crimes. "Connecting you with the right agency, the right process, and your right to act."
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