Seattle Office for Civil Rights

Who We Are

The Seattle Office for Civil Rights (SOCR) promotes equal rights and social justice for all Seattle. • We investigate discrimination in housing, employment, public places and contracting. •  We enforce Seattle’s labor standards ordinances, including Minimum Wage, Wage Theft, Paid Sick and Safe Time and Job Assistance (regulates the use of criminal history in hiring and employment). • We coordinate the Race and Social Justice Initiative, a citywide effort to end institutionalized racism and race-based disparities in Seattle. • We offer free training and presentations to community groups and businesses. • We advise the Mayor and City Council on human rights. • We work with local and national groups on human rights. If you believe you have been discriminated against, please contact us. Our services are free and we will provide a language interpreter. We do not ask about citizenship or immigration status. Call us at 206-684-4500 or visit us at 810 Third Avenue, Suite 750 in downtown Seattle. For more information go to www.seattle.gov/civilrights.

Who We Serve

Area(s)

• King County

Additional Service Area Info

Within Seattle city limits only.

Language(s) Spoken

• Spanish / Español
• Tagalog / Pilipino
• English

Cirumstances and languages in which interpreters are provided

Upon request.
TTY: 206-684-4503

Income Guidelines

No income requirements.

Is this organization accessible by wheelchair?

YES

Does this organization provide access for the hearing impaired?

YES

Eligibility Restrictions

Must be within Seattle city limits.

Type of Help

This group provides the following types of services based on your legal needs and its resources:

• Other