Justice - Peace - Equality

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The Anchorage Equal Rights Commission (AERC) consists of 9 residents of the Municipality of Anchorage appointed by the mayor, subject to confirmation by the Assembly. The AERC staff investigates discrimination complaints from within the Municipality of Anchorage. The AERC is a Fair Employment Practices Agency, and dual-files eligible cases with the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC).  The public policy of the municipality is declared to be equal opportunity for all persons.

According to Title V of Anchorage Municipal Code​, it is unlawful to discriminate based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, marital status, age, or physical or mental disability. The AERC takes discrimination complaints regarding discrimination or harassment in the sale or rental of real property, financing practices, employment practices, public accommodations, educational institutions, and practices of the Municipality of Anchorage.

To inquire about our services, please call 907-343-4342 or submit an intake questionnaire in writing or email to equalrights@anchorageak.gov.

AERC does not charge you for services. Translators are available free of charge. 

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