The Commission is an independent state agency charged with preventing and eradicating discrimination in employment, public accommodations, and housing. The Commission has its central office in Nashville and has regional offices in Knoxville, Chattanooga and Memphis.

The Commission has cooperative agreements with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). These agreements allow the federal and state agencies to coordinate their investigations and avoid duplication of efforts in seeking to end discrimination.

The Commission is governed by 15 Commissioners, who are spread across East, Middle and West Tennessee. A list of the Commission members may be found here.

Complaints must be filed with the Commission within 180 days of the discriminatory act. Complaint forms may be completed on this site for your convenience and downloaded. Either sign the declaration statement on the complaint form or have the complaint notarized by a notary public.

The rules and regulations of the Commission governing complaints and investigations may be found here.

The Commission's Bylaws govern the meetings of the Commission and its administration. A copy may be found here.

Employment Discrimination

Housing Discrimination Complaint Form

Public Accommodation Complaint Form

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