Diversity Resources in the Greater Lafayette Community
Citizens for Civil Rights is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advocacy, awareness, and education in human rights issues for all residents of Greater Lafayette.
Human Relations Commission, City of Lafayette
The Commission's main objectives are to end prejudice, intolerance, bigotry, and discrimination in the City of Lafayette, to encourage respect and understanding of all individuals and groups, and to investigate complaints of discrimination in the City of Lafayette. The Commission is concerned with any discrimination based on race, sex, religion, color, physical or mental handicap, familial status, national origin, or sexual orientation, and is available to investigate discriminatory acts in the areas of employment, access to public accommodations, and the purchase or rental of housing.
Indiana Civil Liberties Union (ICLU)
1031 E. Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN
(317) 635-4059
Ethnic and Racial Groups
Commission on Latino and Hispanic Affairs, City of Lafayette
Commission on African American Affairs, City of LafayetteA commission appointed by the Mayor of Lafayette, dedicated to understanding and explaining how the City of Lafayette will move forward on issues relevant to the Latino and Hispanic community.
A commission appointed by the Mayor of Lafayette, dedicated to understanding and explaining how the City of Lafayette will move forward on issues relevant to the African American community.
International Center of West Lafayette
The International Center of West Lafayette, Inc. is an independent, not-for-profit community organization that works to foster the spirit of international cooperation and understanding, and to enrich the cultural diversity within the Greater Lafayette community by offering programs and promoting interaction among U.S. and International community residents and visitors.
Latino Coalition of Tippecanoe County
711 N. 36th St.
Lafayette, IN 47904
(765) 420-7902
The LCTC is an independent organization which serves community members, students, faculty and staff by sponsoring events for the Latino community in and around Greater Lafayette, and building working alliances with organizations in Tippecanoe County. Provides a free bilingual newsletter and opportunities to volunteer.
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgendered People
Gay, Lesbian, and Bisexual Parents' Group
(765) 563-6175
jsmoore@purdue.edu
An organization for gay, lesbian, and bisexual parents - and those considering parenthood - who wish to network with one another and to discuss the many issues facing same-sex parents and their families. Provides legal and medical information, individual counseling, and social contact.
Greater Indianapolis Fairness Alliance
P.O. Box 441396
Indianapolis, IN 46244-1396
(317) 709-3323
E-mail: lgbtfair@aol.com
The mission of the Greater Indianapolis Fairness Alliance is advocacy for equality under the law for LGBT persons. Its primary activity is lobbying and public policy, as well as limited direct legal advocacy. It administers the Fairness Fund for legal defense and education, and Fairness PAC, a political action committee and political campaign fund.
Indiana Civil Liberties Union (ICLU) Gay and Lesbian Rights Task Force
1031 E. Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN
(317) 635-4059
Indiana Lawyers Guild (ILG)
445 North Pennsylvania, Suite 401, Indianapolis, IN 46204
(317) 637-2345
Indiana Lawyers Guild is a group of gay, lesbian, and bisexual lawyers, paralegals, and law students who have come together to provide a forum for networking and community assistance. ILG provides referrals and community education on legal issues concerning discrimination against gays, lesbians, and bisexuals in the workplace and in personal lives.
Indianapolis Youth Group (IYG), Greater Lafayette Chapter
Provides support, social activities, and education for gay, lesbian, and bisexual youth in the Greater Lafayette area. Those under age 21 are welcome.
National Gay and Lesbian Task Force (NGLTF)
(202) 332-6483
The National Gay and Lesbian Task Force, Inc. (NGLTF, Inc.) works to build the grassroots political power of the LGBT community through direct lobbying on LGBT-related ballot initiatives, legislation and other measures, and by analyzing and reporting on the positions of candidates for public office on issues of importance to the LGBT community.
P-FLAG: Parents, Families, and Friends of Lesbians and Gays, Greater Lafayette Chapter
P.O. Box 59, Battle Ground, IN 47920
(765) 567-2478
Promotes the health and well being of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgendered persons, their family and friends, through support, education, and advocacy.
A registered organization aimed at supporting and strengthening the gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, and intersex community of the Lafayette area. Their focus is on fostering a sense of community pride, celebrating the diversity of our community, and engaging in service projects that support local citizens and create bonds among volunteers.
PRYSM
PRSYM (Positive Reflections of Young Sexual Minorities) serves as a social-support outlet for area youth who are dealing with issues related to sexual orientation and gender identity.
Women
Altrusa International, Inc., of Lafayette
Contact: Sallie D. Fahey, President
Phone: 464-8776
E-mail: sfahey@county.tippecanoe.in.us
The purpose of Altrusa International, Inc., is to provide community service, develop leadership, foster international understanding, and encourage fellowship through an international network of executives and professionals in diversified career classifications.
American Business Women's Association, Lafayette Chapter
Phone: 296-3646
The American Business Women's Association is committed to bringing together businesswomen of diverse backgrounds, providing opportunities for them to help themselves and others grow personally and professionally through leadership, education, networking support, and national recognition.
Extension Homemakers Council of Tippecanoe County
Phone: 474-0793
The council consists of the presidents of Homemakers Clubs in Tippecanoe County. It is a governing body that makes policies and recommendations for the 28 individual Homemakers Clubs. The mission is to strengthen families through continuing education, leadership development for women, and volunteer community support.
Greater Lafayette Volunteer Bureau
Address: 842 Main Street, Lafayette, IN 47901
Phone: 742-8241
Matches individuals or groups who wish to volunteer with agencies using volunteer services. Volunteers are interviewed and screened for suitability.
Hadassah, Lafayette Chapter
Phone: 463-1980
Women's Zionist organization that supports Hadassah Hospital, vocational education, aid to disadvantaged youth, and reforestation in Israel. Also provides basic Jewish education to young people and its members.
Indian Women Association
Phone: 497-4365
Provides a platform for Indian cultural activities and women-related issues as well as providing social services to abused women and children. In addition, the IWA raises funds for the American Red Cross and other, similar agencies.
Indiana American Association of University Women
Phone: (260) 436-5546
Promotes education, equity, self-development over the life span, and positive societal change for women and girls. The Education Foundation provides fellowships for women's education and research.
Lafayette Business and Professional Women
Phone: 583-2081
" The voice of all working women," this organization is open to any working woman regardless of type of employment, profession, or career. Meetings focus on women's issues in the workplace.
Lafayette Crisis Center
1244 N. 15th Street, Lafayette, IN 47904
Phone: 742-0244 (Crisis Line)
423-1872 (Teen Crisis Line)
Hours: 24 hours a day; 7 days a week
Provides free and confidential crisis intervention, information and referral, and suicide prevention services to callers and walk-ins. Trained volunteers offer a nonjudgmental listening ear to problems of all kinds. Speaker's Squads also are available to talk to campus and/or community groups about crisis intervention, the Crisis Center, suicide prevention, or related topics at no charge. The Crisis Center sponsors a support group for those who have lost a loved one through suicide and publishes the comprehensive Community Services Directory that lists more than 250 human resources and support groups serving Tippecanoe County.
League of Women Voters of Greater lafayette
Address: P.O. Box 2085, West Lafayette, IN 47996
Phone: 497-4144
Nonpartisan political organization influences public policy through education and advocacy. The league studies issues, takes positions by member consensus, and advocates public policy based on those positions. It also encourages citizen participation in the election process and in local, state, and national government decisions. It supplies materials, programs, and community forums to educate the public on the structure and function of government and on league positions on public issues.
Lioness Club
Phone: 447-9229
A community-service organization whose contributions include raising funds for school children's eyeglasses, making stuffed animals for Guatemalan orphans, providing camperships for Girl Scouts, and more. Charities that solicit assistance are evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
Mary L. Mathews Club
Phone: 474-9507
The Mary L. Club is a Federation of Colored Women's Club of America that focuses on community service. Membership is open to all.
National Association of Women Business Owners
Address: P.O. Box 1073, Lafayette, IN 47902
Phone: 429-4888
NAWBO’s mission is to give women an opportunity to concentrate on the managing and planning of their business as a respite from "doing" business. Its programs help members build their business knowledge and skills as business owners. Membership is open to any woman who is an owner or legal partner of a business and who is active in its day-to-day operations. Members may also include individuals who work on commission and submit a Schedule C to the IRS.
National Organization for Women (N.O.W.)
Contact: P.O. Box 513
Lafayette, IN 47902
New Society of New England Women (NEW)
Phone: 447-9652
Brings together women of New England ancestry to do charitable, educational, and patriotic work.
Philanthropic Educational Organization (PEO)
Phone: 494-6969 or 463-9807
The PEO sisterhood is a philanthropic and educational organization interested in bringing women increased opportunities for higher education. The sisterhood maintains four educational philanthropies.
Psi Iota Xi Sorority
Gamma Mu Chapter Contact Phone: 464-2711
Delta Zeta Chapter Contact Phone: 423-1378
A women's philanthropic organization that raises funds for the local community. Fund recipients include local music and art associations and libraries, transitional housing programs, family services, and the Girl Scouts of America.
Pythian Sisters
Phone: 497-1456 or 474-2192
A group of women who share a belief in the Golden Rule and do projects for charity.
Tippecanoe County Republican Women's Club
1704 N.12th Street, Lafayette, IN 47904
Phone: 742-2910
This organization is open to Republican women and their husbands. Its goal is to educate members and the public about the current political situation, and to promote Republican candidates and the Republican philosophy.
Tippewa Association of Insurance Women
Phone: 429-5000, ext. 225
This organization promotes education and advancement of women in the insurance industry.
Women in Communication, Inc., Greater Lafayette Professional Chapter
P.O. Box 1344, Lafayette, IN 47902
To promote the professional development of women and men in all communication fields.
YWCA of Greater Lafayette
605 N. 6th Street, Lafayette, IN 47901
Phone: 742-0075
The YWCA strives to create opportunities for women’s growth, leadership and power in order to attain peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all. Offers a wide variety of activities and programs for all ages.
