Resources & Legal Info

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"Nought shall prevail against us, or disturb

Our cheerful faith, that all which we behold

Is full of blessings."

- Wordsworth.

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What to do when you feel your rights are being trampled.

First. Ask yourself if "it's worth it". I always encourage everyone to stand up and fight for their rights but you HAVE to be sure you're not doing it out of spite, malice, revenge or personal kicks...Once you're in the situation you'll create..there's no backing out. Just know that what you might face could be tough to bare. But if that freedom is worth it to you...if you're willing to fight for you rights...then here are some hints and tips on how to fight your battle well.

Always cover your butt! Have the necessary paperwork, legalities and proof you need to not only validate your faith but also your right to practice it!

Know thine "enemy". For instance. Let's say it's your child whose having a problem at school. He/She wants to wear a pentagram but the principal won't allow it. You should immediately get in touch with the school's superintendent and the entire school board itself. Know the school inside and out and don't forget that paperwork to go along with those letters and/or faxes! Having a problem in your town, area? Know your elected officials! Everyone's got to answer to someone and that 'someone' is the person you should be able to contact! Can't seem to get through to these people? Try the media...more "bigshots" are willing to negotiate or will soften when their "good names" or companies are being defamed.

Know where to go for help. Choosing legal aide can be difficult and costly but it helps to know what type of defense you want before you choose someone with a "good record". If you're a Pagan, it's best to find someone with experience either dealing with religious discrimination cases or who is or handles Pagan related cases if possible.

Quick Jump

| Support Groups & Assistance Organizations | Know Your Legal Rights! | Free Legal Aide Info |

| Law Resources on the Net | Religious Harassment/Discrimination at Work |

| Divorce & Child Custody: When Religion is the Issue | The "Head Honchos" |

Support Groups & Assistance Organizations

Click Here to view the internet groups I support On-Line (graphic intense)

Witches Anti-Discrimination League ~ Connecting, Protecting, Supporting, Education, & Awareness. This is an excellent site that everyone who is interested in protecting their rights and others' should pay a visit to!

Fellowship of the Earth ~ Connecting and Protecting "The Friends of the Earth"

The Watch ~ Information, Awareness, News, Support, Contacts and more !!!

Moonchilde's Circle ~ Connecting, News Announcements, Awareness and Resources

The Village Witch ~ Providing Pagans / Wiccans with the means to know thy rights!

The Pagan Federation On The Web ~ News for the Pagan /Wiccan community & Support.

FalconFire's Nest Home for the Heartland Spiritual ~ Alliance, Awareness & News.

Witches Voice -protests, issues and concerns ~ A definite Must See!!!

WADL-Witches Anit-Discrimination League ~ Resources, Info, Connecting and Protecting

Wren's Nest ~ Keep up to date with religious news world wide!

Witches League For Public Awareness ~ Just like the title says! Legalities & Support too!

Pagans Fighting Religious Discrimination ~ Awareness, Support, Protection, News & History.

Earth Religions Assistance Page ~ Connecting and Legal Assistance

The Witches.com Home Page ~ Awareness, Connecting & Healing.

Whispered Prayers ~ Connecting, Supporting, & Freedom Fighters!

The Celtic Connection ~ Support, Awareness, & A Freedom Fighter!

The Religious Rights List ~ Listing of Contacts in your area

Earthwisdom ~ Connecting, Protecting, Supporting, Education & Awareness

W.A.R.D. : Witches Against Religious Discrimination ~ Defending your rights & uniting each other!

FIRE: Pagans Fighting Religious Discrimination ~ News, Resources & More

The Military Pagan Network ~ Information, News, Support, Resources & Lots More!

Pagan Educational Network ~News, Information, resources, connecting & protecting.

Universal Federation of Pagans ~ Support, Connecting, Legal, Resources & More

Pagans In Action: Council For Truth ~ Education, Awareness & More

Ontario Consultants on Religious Tolerance ~ News, Resources, Legal & Suport

Know Your Rights! Information You Should Know!

Know Your Legal Rights @ Witches Voice - Gives Case by case support of rights.

AOL Pagan Defense Manual ~ Dealing with Religious Bigotry on AOL!

A Parent's Guide To Religion In the Public Schools - Excellent Resource!

The Witches Federal Law Memorandum

Witches Voice Frequently Asked Questions About Wicca

Frequently Asked Questions about Wicca, Witchcraft & Paganism

U.S. Military Chaplin's Handbook: Excerpt on Wicca

Listing of Laws Relating to Religion

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Free Legal Aide Information Links:

ABA Legal Help Center

American Bar Association Reference Listing

Earth Religions Legal Assistance Network (ERLAN)

Pine Tree Legal Assistance

Pro Bono Legal Resources

Legal Aide Around the World

Law Resources on the Internet:

Legal Resources Search Engines

Virtual Law.com

Law Guru.com

Religious Harassment/Discrimination in the Workplace:

If you ever find yourself in the position of a possible discriminating situation...be sure you have your copies of your rights with you at all times! The articles/links listed in the section above: "Know Your Rights" can be printed out and kept with you in case they are needed in a pinch.

The Amer Guide to Handling Religious Harassment at Work

Rev-U.S. Employment Discrimination Law

BLB & G Employment Discrimination

Federal Discrimination Laws

Religious Discrimination Information

Divorce & Child Custody: When Faith is the Issue

James Whalen's Free Legal Advice For Child Custody & Divorce

Demonized Women: Accused Witches In Recent Child Custody Cases

Divorce Support - Information You Should Know About Divorce!

Divorce Net

Witches Voice: What Do The Courts Look For (Child Custody)

The "Head Honchos"