Educates and advocates for fairness in the workplace, quality healthcare, and policies to help balance work and family. Advocacy Groups More information: - Works with organizations in the community to educate the public and media on family issues - Holds employers accountable to families, conducts legal research, and shapes legislation - Offers publications on family matters, medical leave, healthcare, and preventing discrimination

Works with residents, groups, institutions, businesses, and agencies to decrease violence in the community and tackle its underlying causes. Advocacy

Organizes a council of religious groups to advocate for social justice issues, including environmental, racial, social, and economic concerns. Advocacy

Offers advocacy and education on LGBTQ+ issues. LGBTQ Advocacy Groups More information: - Hands out OraQuick Home HIV test kits at no-cost - Helps make policies and processes of local organizations; city, county, state, and federal commissions; working groups; and agencies more affirming - Partners with Frederick County Public Schools to better support LGBTQ+ students - Partners with Frederick Health Hospital and Frederick County Health Department to address healthcare inequities for LGBTQ+ individuals - Provides training for local government agencies, businesses, social service groups, and non-profit organizations

Provides support to individuals experiencing domestic violence. Domestic Violence Services More information: - Offers a 24-hour crisis line, counseling for victims and abusers, referrals, and emergency shelter - Helps victims seek legal protections for themselves and their children - Sends speakers to community groups and events to raise awareness on domestic violence

Helps communities and neighbors achieve social and economic mobility through services, partnerships, and advocacy. Community Action Programs More information: - Serves as a grantee for the County Head Start Program - Monitors contracts and grants for nonprofits - Offers a free eight-month advocacy training program for lower-income community members

Educates residents on the services provided by the Department of Health and Human Services. Community Outreach More information: - Offers tax assistance and coordinates agencies to help individuals who are struggling with poverty - Provides information to the community, including minority groups and isolated communities

Tracks the status of MACO sponsored legislative initiatives. Publishes a legislative summary annually. Government Offices and Services