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Extension of the Attorney-Drafted Charge Pilot Program

OHR has extended the program for an additional 60 day window ending on March 3, 2025

The DC Open Movie Captioning Requirement Amendment Act of 2024

Explore Essential FAQs on the DC Family and Medical Leave Act: Your Key Information Guide

OHR Annual Report for FY22 & 23

Fair Housing Portal

Tipped Wage Workers Fairness Amendment Act

Find out about the law that requires District employers who hire individuals earning tips as wages to inform their employees about their rights and benefits. New FAQ sheet available!

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Know Your Rights Presentations & Outreach

Teach community members about anti-discrimination laws in DC.

Alternative Dispute Resolution

File A Discrimination Complaint

File a discrimination complaint with us by completing an intake questionnaire.

Language Access

The Language Access Program is dedicated to removing language as a barrier to obtaining information and services from the District government.

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Know Your Bullying Prevention Policy Web Portal

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Dec 5 2024

Mayor’s Proclamation on 2024 Human Rights Month

Mayor Bowser has officially proclaimed December as Human Rights Month, highlighting the...

Oct 1 2024

The District of Columbia Announces New Open Movie Captioning Requirement Amendment Act of 2024

PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: October 1, 2024 ...

Jul 22 2024

New Intake Forms Now Available for Universal Paid Leave and Care for Seniors Act

PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 22, 2024 CONTACT...

Jul 15 2024

The DC Office of Human Rights (OHR) Relaunches Attorney-Drafted Charge Pilot Program

PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 15, 2024 CONTACT:...

Apr 15 2024

The DC Office of Human Rights (OHR) Celebrates Two Decades of the DC Language Access Act, Empowering Voiceless Residents Hindered by Language Barriers

PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: April 15, 2024 CONTACT:...

Jan 29 2025

Bản Tin Tháng 1 của OHR – Thư từ Giám đốc

Quý Cư Dân, Những Người Hàng Xóm, và Bạn Bè Thân Mến...

Jan 29 2025

Boletín de enero de la OHR: Mensaje del director

Estimados habitantes, vecinos y amigos: ¡Feliz Año Nuevo! El comienzo de enero...

Jan 29 2025

Bulletin d'information de janvier de l'OHR - Message du directeur

Chers résidents, voisins et amis : Bonne et heureuse année ! Le mois de janvier...

Jan 29 2025

OHR 1월 뉴스레터 – 국장 인사말

주민 여러분, 이웃과 친구 여러분, 새해 복 많이 받으십시오! 1월은 새로운 시작을 할 수 있는 시기입니다. 지금까지 이룩한 진전을 돌아보고 앞으로...

Jan 29 2025

OHR January Newsletter – Director’s Message

Dear Residents, Neighbors, and Friends: Happy New Year! As January begins, it offers a time...

Apr 26 2024

OHR FY 2025 Budget Oversight Hearings

OHR FY 2023 Budget Oversight Hearing Friday, April 26, 2024 Testimony of Kenneth Saunders,...

Feb 21 2024

OHR FY 2023 Performance Oversight Hearing

OHR FY 2023 Performance Oversight Hearing Wednesday, February 21, 2024 Testimony of Hnin...

Aug 21 2024

人权办公室 (OHR) 八月新闻简报——主任寄语

人权办公室 (OHR) 八月新闻简报——主任寄语新学年是一个充满活力和潜能的时刻，学生们在这个阶段可以投入学习、培养新技能，并与同学和老师建立有意义的关系。...

Office of Human Rights

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441 4th Street NW, Suite 570 North, Washington, DC 20001
Phone: (202) 727-4559
Fax: (202) 727-9589
TTY: 711
Email: [email protected]