Commissioners
We ask that you arrive before 4 pm to allow sufficient time to file their complaint. To check walk-in hours for our Springfield and Worcester offices, please click on the office location below.
Hours: 8:45 am - 4:00 pm
Boston
Office
(617) 994-6000
(617) 994-6024 (Fax)
Springfield
Office
(413) 739-2145
(413) 784-1056 (Fax)
Worcester Office
(508) 799-8010
(508) 799-8490 (Fax)
New Bedford Office
(508) 990-2390
(508) 990-4260 (Fax)
The Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination is the state's chief civil rights agency. The Commission works to eliminate discrimination on a variety of bases and areas, and strives to advance the civil rights of the people of the Commonwealth through law enforcement, outreach and training. For a complete list of protected classes in the Areas of Discrimination.
Practical Guide to the Complaint Process at the MCAD
A charge of discrimination must be filed in person at the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination (MCAD) offices. If you believe you have been discriminated against, you should come to the MCAD immediately to file a complaint. In all but a few exceptions, the MCAD cannot accept complaints based on incidents over 300 days old.
The Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination (MCAD) provides training to the public, including:
MCAD workplace-based training for employees, supervisors, and managers is provided to employers. Training sessions range from two hours to four days, depending on the topics covered. All training programs include a number of interactive exercises, such as case studies, role plays, and quizzes.