Federal Employee Rights
Your Rights as a Federal Employee
The U.S. EEOC is your go-to source for understanding your rights related to employment discrimination. They have lots of helpful resources specifically for federal employees.
U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission has resources regarding employment discrimination for federal employees.
U.S. Office of Personnel Management
The OPM provides crucial information about actions that are considered illegal in federal workplaces and explains your options if you believe your rights have been violated.
Federal Civil Service Employment Law: A Beginner's Guide
If you're looking for a clear and simple introduction to the laws governing federal employment, this guide from the Library of Congress is a great place to start.
American Federation of Government Employees FAQs Guide
As the largest federal employee union, AFGE offers a wealth of information, including details about the OPM deferred resignation program and answers to frequently asked questions.
Congressman Beyer Whistleblower Tip-line
This is a direct channel to report potential misconduct under the previous administration.
Report Potential Wrongdoing Under the Trump Administration
If you are a government employee with information related to the politicization of the federal workforce, the firing of civil servants, or waste, fraud, or abuse of taxpayer dollars, you may reach out anonymously to the Democrats on the U.S. House Oversight Committee.
LGBTQ+ Resources
Advocates and organizes across Virginia to build a future where all Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, and broader spectrum of people (LGBTQIA+) thrive.
Virginia LGBTQ+ Bar Association
This association focuses on securing equality for the LGBTQ+ community, fighting discrimination, and providing legal education and resources to both legal professionals and the public.
Based in Central Virginia, this non-profit focuses on HIV prevention, overall health and wellness, and creating a more inclusive community for LGBTQIA+ individuals.
Side by Side is dedicated to creating supportive communities where Virginia’s LGBTQ+ youth can define themselves, belong, and flourish.
The mission of SensibleTips LLC is to provide free, safe & accessible community resources that affirm, support and inform the transgender community while increasing their overall wellness and inspiring gender euphoria.
Campaign For Southern Equality
While regional, their work extends to Virginia, striving for a South where LGBTQ+ people have equal rights in all aspects of life, regardless of their location.
Transgender Assistance Program of Virginia
This volunteer-led, trans-led non-profit is dedicated to ending homelessness within the transgender community in Virginia. They also provide education on trans rights as human rights.
This group focuses on supporting transgender and nonbinary individuals by empowering their families, communities, and allies to create inclusive and life-affirming environments.
More than just a cafe, this is a resource center for the LGBTQ+, AAPI/BIPOC communities, and also provides free meals to those experiencing homelessness.
This national organization provides 24/7 crisis support via text, chat, or phone for LGBTQ youth. Their services are confidential and free.
Virginia Department of Social Services LGBTQ+ Advisory Board Resources
This is a great place to find resources specifically compiled by the state's advisory board.
IMMIGRANT RIGHTS
The Virginia Department of Social Services Resources
The VDSS offers various resources that may be helpful for immigrants in Virginia.
Red Card provided by the Immigrant Legal Resource Center
This card, provided by the ILRC, offers guidance on what to do if you are stopped by immigration enforcement.
This website provides information and resources related to legal aid in Virginia, which can be helpful for immigrants seeking legal assistance.