Amnesty International

A movement of ordinary people from across the world standing up for humanity and human rights. Tel: 0207 033 1500 Textphone: 0207 033 1664 (accepts text messages)

British Institute of Human Rights

The British Institute of Human Rights provide human rights training and support to voluntary/community organisations. Tel: 0207 848 1818

Citizens Advice Bureau Main Site

Describing their work and with links to all the advice pages. Tel: 0207 833 2181 (admin only no advice available on this number)

CAB General Information and Advice

Online Citizen's Advice Bureau information including frequently asked questions in seven languages and factsheets to download on a wide range of practical topics, including benefits and housing, employment. Helpline: 0845 120 2959

CAB Guide to Harassment

The Citizen's Advice Bureau's online guide to harassment.

CAB Guide to Immigration

The Citizens Advice Bureau's online guide to immigration.

COMPACT National Equality Partnership's Response

The Compact is a crucial document for charities setting guidelines for better working relationships with public bodies. It is a key tool in driving forward good practice. The National Equality Partnership has written a response highlighting points for the equalities sector. There is a broader emphasis on all the equality strands, and the role of public bodies and the third sector in tackling discrimination.

Equality and Diversity Forum

A network of national organisations committed to equal opportunities, social justice, good community relations and respect for human rights. Tel: 0207 843 1597

Diversity Incident Reporting

Do you know of an incident of hate crime which has happened to you or that you or someone else has seen? The Diversity Incident Reporting form can help us make the Island a better place for all of us to live and work.

Equality Bill

Information about the Equality and Human Rights Commission's work to support the creation of a new equality act.

Equality Bill Consultation

Information, documents and relevant downloads from the consultation site.

Equality Direct

Equality Direct provides advice on a wide range of equality issues. Telephone: 0845 600 3444 (accepts Text messages)

Equality in the Workplace

Delivering Equality and Diversity. A very clear and helpful introductory guide from ACAS. It provides practical help in establishing equality in the workplace and making the most of the opportunities to ensure employees are treated fairly.

Equality and Human Rights Commission

The Equalities and Human Rights Commission has a helpline which provides information and guidance on discrimination and human rights issues. Helpline: 0845 604 6610

Government Equalities Office

The department responsible for the Government's overall strategy on equality. Tel: 0207 944 0601

Hate Crime Scrutiny Panel

An Equals representative has been appointed to the Hate Crime Scrutiny Panel of the CPS.

Improving Support

A website, magazine and e-bulletin for equality sectors bringing together practical resources. This website provides a gateway to the widest range of tools and information and resources, ideas and learning on equality and diversity.

Inequalities Experienced by Gypsy and Traveller Communities

An Equality and Human Rights Commission Research Report, reviewing the available information about the severe inequalities that Gypsies and Travellers face in Britain today. It draws on a wide range of sources, including published literature, the results of Gypsy and Traveller Accommodation Assessments and a specially designed consultation.

Institute of Race Relations (IRR)

Carries out research, publishes and collects resources on race relations throughout the world reflecting the experiences of those who suffer racial oppression. Tel: 0207 837 0041

Justice

Working to improve the legal system. Tel: 0207 329 5100