Delayed Determination

After Christmas, I never heard back from the investigator. Out of respect, I decided to wait and give her space because of the holidays. I finally followed up on January 7th, but got no response. When I followed up again on January 9th, I was told the determination was still "in progress." This…

January 9, 20250Comments ByLessons of Charity

Civil Dispute NCHRC / HUD Plaintiff Violations

Conciliation Denied

Stated the respondents declined my conciliation offer without providing a counteroffer. She said she was reviewing all evidence and would issue a final determination "right after Christmas." Email Chain Promising Determination Coming

December 20, 20240Comments ByLessons of Charity

Civil Dispute NCHRC / HUD Plaintiff Violations

More NCHRC Delays

On November 25, 2024: The NC 90-Day deadline passed without written notice On December 6, 2024: The HUD 100-Day deadline passed without written notice After following up a second time on December 11, I finally heard back the next day. The investigator said she was just then reaching out to the respondents for conciliation and…

December 12, 20240Comments ByLessons of Charity

Civil Dispute Defendants NCHRC / HUD Plaintiff Violations

NCHRC Interview & Response

Leading up to my interview with Investigator Ronya Bynum, I submitted all of the requested documentation, organized and labeled by exhibit. I also provided a letter from my therapist and a clinical health evaluation to show how the living situation was impacting my mental health. Before the interview, I was required to sign a statement…

November 12, 20240Comments ByLessons of Charity

Civil Dispute NCHRC / HUD Plaintiff

Contacting Director of NCHRC

After raising serious concerns about how my case was being handled, the Mr. Ekblad assured me they "take these complaints seriously" and promised better communication. However, internal emails tell a different story. Investigator Ronya Bynum responded to my concerns by laughing behind the scenes, saying, "Lol, she doesn’t realize I completed my quota for the…

November 4, 20240Comments ByLessons of Charity

Civil Dispute NCHRC / HUD Plaintiff

Contacting Manager of NCHRC

I was notified that Ronya Bynum would be handling the case on September 27, 2024, right at the 30-day mark. I immediately emailed her with questions and updated my address, but after multiple follow-ups on October 1st, 7th, and 12th with no response, I grew frustrated and contacted the program manager. It wasn’t until October…

October 22, 20240Comments ByLessons of Charity

Civil Dispute Defendants NCHRC / HUD Plaintiff

Discrimination & Retaliation Complaint Filed

On August 5, 2024, I filed my complaint for discrimination. On August 9, 2024, an Intake Specialist interviewed me. On August 16, 2024, my complaint was dual-filed with HUD for federal oversight. I’m not including a copy of the complaint because it contains too much personal information. I want to take a moment to explain…

August 5, 20240Comments ByLessons of Charity

Delayed Determination

Conciliation Denied

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