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Provides assistance with ADA compliance, guidance on accessibility issues, and employee training on ADA regulations. Helplines and Information

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 education, advocacy, and support for individuals and families living with, affected by, or interested in mental illness. Mental Health Support Services More information: - Offers educational courses and peer support groups - The NAMI National Helpline is available Monday through Friday 9AM to 5PM

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

Raises awareness and advocates for programs, education, and laws that affect women and families. Women's Advocacy Groups More information: - Meets on the 2nd Thursday of each month at 7:00PM

Advocates for disabled veterans, specializing in spinal cord and neurological disease. Also assists ?veterans wounded outside of service. Advocacy

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

Offers research and analysis of state budget and tax priorities, community outreach and grassroots mobilization, and advocacy training. Public Policy and Advocacy More information: - Maintains an online policy action center that connects residents to legislators and provides alerts

Provides advocacy for children in the areas of welfare, mental health, early childhood and youth development, child health, and family income. Child Advocacy Groups

Provides advocacy for children in the areas of welfare, mental health, early childhood and youth development, child health, and family income. Child Advocacy Groups

Promotes the social, economic, and political equality of women. Women's Advocacy Groups

Advocates and advises government agencies on ways to improve the lives of people with disabilities and ensure they have equal opportunities in all aspects of life. Disability Rights Groups More information: - Makes recommendations on policies, practices and procedures

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

Helps individuals with disabilities protect their rights and obtain necessary resources. Disability Rights Groups More information: - Works towards advancing civil rights and equal access on the local, state, and federal levels

Provides policy advocacy services to help women participate fully in society. Women's Advocacy Group More information: - Meetings are held on the 2nd Wednesday of each month and are open to the public

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

Tracks the status of MACO-sponsored legislative initiatives and publishes an annual legislative summary. Political Participation

Provides information, education, and advocacy services related to topics that affect women. Advocacy More information: - Helps connect people to local area services - Hosts workshops and fairs to teach about different topics - Looks at problems that affect women and suggests ways to make things better - Supports changes in public policy that improve the status of women

Provides support and education for individuals with loved ones who identify as LGBTQIA+. LGBTQIA+ Support Groups More information: - Offers support groups for families, friends, transgender individuals, Spanish-speaking, and youth - Advocates for legislation and public policies that ensure equal rights for all