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Civil Rights FAQs

What are civil rights?
If I believe that I have been denied health or human services or treated in an unfair manner because of my race, color, national origin, disability, age, sex, or religion, where do I go and what do I do?

Filing a Complaint

Office of Civil Rights Procedures

What qualifies as Federal financial assistance for purposes of civil rights complaints handled by the HHS Office for Civil Rights?
Does HHS have the authority to investigate discrimination complaints filed against programs that provide low income persons with free or reduced cost health care?
How does the Office for Civil Rights conduct a complaint investigation?
Does the HHS Office for Civil Rights represent me in my complaint?
Am I able to initiate a private court action if I believe I have been discriminated against?
How does the HHS Office for Civil Rights respond to my concern for privacy and confidentiality?
What geographic area does the HHS Office for Civil Rights cover?

Obtaining Assistance with a Case