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DC Universal Paid Family Leave - updated September 2021

DC Universal Paid Family Leave is here for District workers. Learn how you can plan for tomorrow today.

2021 Human Rights Award Nominations Now Open

Nominations are open for the 2021 Human Rights Awards. Submit your nomination for longstanding or emerging community leaders dedicated to civil rights in the District. Nominations close on Oct 29, 2021.

OHR Open to the Public - July 12, 2021

Beginning July 12, 2021, OHR is open and operational. OHR’s physical location at the Marion S. Barry Jr. Building is now open to the public from 8:30 am – 5pm, Monday through Friday.

COVID-19 Leave Under DCFMLA - August 2021

Learn more about new temporary DCFMLA amendments under the COVID-19 Support Emergency Amendment Act of 2020.

Recent Case Decisions and Orders

Read recent decisions and orders issued by the Commission on Human Rights.

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If you've experienced Street Harassment in the District, share your story with us.

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Know Your Rights Presentations & Outreach

Teach community members about anti-discrimination laws in DC.

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Sep 29 2021

Mayor Bowser Announces Key Appointments

(Washington, DC) – Today, Mayor Muriel Bowser announced a series of transitions and appointments in...

Dec 31 2020

Mayor Bowser Nominates Mónica Palacio as Director of the DC Office of Human Rights

Acting Director Palacio is a civil rights lawyer and a human rights advocate who has devoted her...

Dec 30 2020

District’s Language Access Program Highlights Efforts and Innovative Resources in Fiscal Year 2019 Report

CONTACT: Stephanie Franklin, Director of Communications & Community Engagement – 202.679.5785;

Jan 24 2020

Mayor Bowser Announces Key Nominations

(Washington, DC) – Today, Mayor Muriel Bowser announced the following nominations for leadership...

Jun 26 2019

New Civil Rights Laws and Community Engagement Highlighted in OHR’s Fiscal Year 2018 Report

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Wednesday, June 26, 2019

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Tipped Wage Workers Fairness Act

The Tipped Wage Workers Fairness Amendment Act (TWWF) requires District employers who hire individuals earning tips as wages to inform their employees about their rights and benefits. Some of the laws providing these rights are enforced by The Office of Human Rights (OHR) and others are enforced by the Department of Employment Services (DOES).

Here are some worker rights under laws enforced by the D.C. Office of Human Rights: