Gender Justice
Services
The Audrey Irmas Gender Justice Project seeks to advance the rights of women, girls, and gender-expansive people in LA County and beyond. We provides free legal assistance for the following types of legal matters:
Workplace Justice
- Discrimination
- Sexual harassment/sexual assault
- Pregnancy and parenting rights
- Unfair pay and scheduling practices
- Disability rights and accommodations
- Sick days and family leave
- Covid-related workplace issues
For information on your rights in the workplace, sign up to call our weekly Advice Line: Workplace Rights Advice Clinic CLICK HERE.
Equity and Opportunity in Education
- Gender discrimination at school or in higher education
- Sexual or gender-based harassment
- Campus sexual assault/ Title IX investigations and proceedings
- Rights of pregnant students, parents, and caregivers
Please Note: Public Counsel does not assist with DV restraining orders or family law.
TO REQUEST HELP:
Complete this online application:
- You can also call 213-385-2977, x410, and leave a message.
- Or, sign up for our Workplace Rights Advice Clinic here.
Emergency Hotline/Crisis services: If you are a victim of domestic or sexual abuse and require immediate support services such as crisis counseling, temporary restraining order, or emergency shelter, please call the hotline at Peace Over Violence (213-626-3393) or East Los Angeles Women’s Center (800-585-6231) for confidential assistance in English and Spanish. For emergency services in AAPI languages, contact the Center for Pacific Asian Family at 1-800-339-3940. Available 24/7.
Workshops and Training
The Audrey Irmas Gender Justice Project is available to provide informational materials, presentations and /or training to your organization or school on legal and policy issues impacting women and girls such as workplace rights and Title IX.
- Call our intake line: 213 385-2977, EXT. 410
- Or email the Gender Justice Project to request support: EMAIL HERE
Support for Women Entrepreneurs
If you need assistance to start a new business or have legal questions relating to your small or micro-business, please contact Public Counsel’s Community Development Project.
Check your eligibility and apply for services at:
- Small Business Legal Services HERE
- Or call 213-385-2977 X 200 for more information.
- Check out our flyer:
