The Orange County Civil Rights Ordinance promotes equal treatment and prohibits discrimination based on age, color, disability, familial status, national origin, sex, race, religion, or veteran status. It also protects residents’ dignity, enables full participation in civic life, and helps prevent public unrest.
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Ordenanza de Derechos Civiles del Condado de Orange (Resumen)
La Ordenanza de Derechos Civiles del Condado de Orange promueve el trato igual y prohíbe la discriminación por motivos de edad, color, discapacidad, estado familiar, origen nacional, sexo, raza, religión o condición de veterano. También protege la dignidad de los residentes, fomenta su participación plena en la vida comunitaria y contribuye a prevenir disturbios sociales.
How to File a Civil Rights Complaint (Housing & Public Accommodations)
If you believe you’ve experienced discrimination in housing or public accommodations within Orange County, you may file a confidential and free complaint by contacting our Civil Rights Program:
Related Pages & Resources
Contact the Office of Civil Rights & Civic Life
Office of Civil Rights & Civic Life
306 Revere Road, P.O. Box 8181
Hillsborough, NC 27278
Phone: (919) 245-2594