Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
Educational resources on various Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) topics.
Asian American/Pacific Islander (AAPI) Community
OCA Greater Cleveland Chapter
This organization serves the Asian American/Pacific Islander (AAPI) community in northeast Ohio.
Greater Cleveland Chinese Chamber of Commerce
This nonprofit organization serves the Chinese/American business community of northeast Ohio.
Asian Services in Action
Founded in 1995, this nonprofit organization is the largest health and human services agency serving the AAPI community in northeast Ohio.
Black Community
Urban League of Greater Cleveland
This community-based nonprofit organization, established in 1917, helps African Americans and other minorities advocate against discrimination, segregation, and other inequalities.
Northeast Ohio Black Health Coalition
This social justice organization addresses the impact of racism on African American disparities, including food insecurity, behavioral health and addiction, and policy inequities.
Cleveland NAACP
This civil rights organization works to improve the political, social, economic, and educational status of minority groups.
Hispanic & Latino Community
El Centro de Servicios Sociales, Inc.
This nonprofit organization founded in 1974 serves the Puerto Rican Latino community in the greater Lorain County area through programming and services related to social, educational, cultural, and community development.
Homeless Community
Bilingual and bicultural staff offer services to the Hispanic community that include older adult care, mental health and substance abuse recovery, and family, children, and community services.
Spanish American Committee
The SAC helps disadvantaged Hispanic individuals and families in the Cleveland area in areas such as family support and childcare services, financial literacy education and training, housing education and guidance, employment training and services, and much more.
Homeless Community
Neighborhood Alliance
Serves individuals and families in northeast Ohio in the areas of emergency shelter, homeless outreach, and much more.
Family Promise of Lorain County
Helps meet homeless families’ immediate needs for shelter, meals, and comprehensive support services.
Faith House
A supportive housing program providing homeless single-parent families with disabilities the opportunity for housing with needed support services.
Jewish Community
Jewish Federation of Cleveland
The Federation supports the local and international Jewish community through programs, financial assistance, volunteer opportunities, and much more.
Jewish Family Service Association of Cleveland
This organization provides a variety of services to individuals of all ages, including adults with developmental disabilities, older adults, and teens.
Ohio Jewish Communities
Represents Ohio's eight Jewish federations, their partners, and agencies, on a range of state, federal, and international issues at the state and national level.
LGBTQ+ Community
Colors+ Youth Center
This local organization "strengthens LGBTQ+ youth and allies by promoting individual and community wellness through advocacy, support, education, and celebration.
Equality Ohio
This nonpartisan, nonprofit organization advocates for full equality, including inclusivity and nondiscrimination, for the LBGTQ+ community.
GLSEN (Gay, Lesbian, and Straight Educational Network), Northeast Ohio Chapter
This educational organization works to create safe and inclusive schools by ending discrimination, harassment, and bullying based on sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression.
LGBT Community Center of Greater Cleveland
The Center enriches the lives of the diverse LGBTQ+ community through advocacy, support, education, and celebration.
PFLAG Cleveland (Parents and Friends of Lesbians and Gays)
This nonprofit organization consists of an inclusive group of family members, friends, and individuals who meet monthly to foster understanding and acceptance within families, and promote education and advocacy throughout the Greater Cleveland area.
TransOhio
This organization serves the Ohio transgender and ally communities by providing services, education, support and advocacy to promote and improve the health, safety, and life experience of Ohio's transgender individuals and communities.
Muslim Community
Islamic Center of Cleveland
Serves the Muslim community in northeast Ohio by providing religious guidance, cultural education, and much more.
West Cleveland Muslim Association
Provides religious and moral education, language and heritage preservation, and social and economic well-being for the Muslim community.
Native American & Indigenous Community
Native American Indian Center of Central Ohio
From the organization's mission statement: "(NAICCO) is devoted to preserving and restoring balance in the lives of Native Americans through traditional, cultural, educational, family, community, and wellness driven values and initiatives.
Lake Erie Native American Council
This nonprofit works to preserve, maintain and promote Native American culture in northeast Ohio.
American Indian Movement of Ohio
This nonprofit organization works to educate the public about issues affecting the indigenous peoples of the Americas.
Committee of 500 Years of Dignity and Resistance
Officially a nonprofit in 1997, this organization works to promote dignity and respect for the culture and heritage of indigenous peoples through education, activism, and grassroots organizing.
Neurodiversity Community
Autism Society of Greater Cleveland
This society supports individuals with autism and their families through advocacy, education, services, and research.
CHADD (Children and Adults with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder)
This organization serves individuals with ADHD and their families.
Connecting for Kids
Provides education and support for families in northeast Ohio who have concerns about their child.
NAMI Greater Cleveland (National Alliance on Mental Illness)
Works to improve the lives of persons living with serious mental illness and their families.
Down Syndrome Association of Northeast Ohio
Provides support, education, and advocacy for people with Down syndrome, their families, and communities.
Older Adults Community
Lorain County Office on Aging
Provides support and services for seniors in Lorain County that include in-home care, nutrition information, an Aging and Disability Resource Center, and more.
Avon Lake: Old Firehouse Community Center
Offers programs for seniors, including walking, crafts, and weekly movies.
Lorain Senior Center
Serves the elderly in Lorain County in areas of socialization, education, and transportation.
United Way of Greater Lorain County
The resource page related to seniors includes subjects such as elder care and abuse, food, housing, medical care, and much more.
People with Disabilities Community
Ohio Association of Area Agencies on Aging
A statewide network of agencies that provides services for older Ohioans, people with disabilities, and their families.
Lorain County Board of Developmental Disabilities
Provides lifelong services for Lorain County citizens with developmental disabilities.
Veteran Community
Cleveland VA Medical Center
The Center provides comprehensive health care and social services to veterans in northeast Ohio.
Lorain County Veterans Service Commission
This county agency serves veterans, as well as their dependents and survivors.
Ohio Department of Veterans Services
Offers outreach, training, programs, and much more to Ohio veterans.
Additional Resources for Ohio Military Personnel and Veterans
Active, former, and retired military personnel can find a variety of resources here, including those related to housing, education, benefits, legal assistance, and medical care and wellness.