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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

Jul 22 2024

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

PRESS RELEASE

Jul 15 2024

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

PRESS RELEASE

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

Dec 5 2024

Bulletin d'information de fin d’année de l'OHR - Message du directeur

Bulletin d'information de fin d’année de l'OHR - Message du directeur Chers résidents, voisins et...

Dec 5 2024

OHR Holiday Newsletter – Director’s Message

Dear Residents, Neighbors, and Friends:

Dec 5 2024

Bản tin Ngày lễ của OHR – Thư từ Giám đốc

Bản tin Ngày lễ của OHR – Thư từ Giám đốc Kính gửi Quý Cư Dân, Những Người Hàng Xóm, và Bạn Bè:

Dec 5 2024

OHR 공휴일 뉴스레터 - 디렉터의 메시지

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Dec 5 2024

人权办公室 (OHR) 节假日新闻简报——主任寄语

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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 Khaing,...

Aug 21 2024

人权办公室 (OHR) 八月新闻简报——主任寄语

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Business Training Series: Fair Housing Laws for Landlords

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Did you know that DC's fair housing laws protect 18 different classes from discrimination? In this free training for DC landlords, property managers, realtors, and leasing agents, staff from the DC Office of Human Rights (OHR) will explain DC's fair housing laws and OHR's enforcement process when a violation of the law is alleged. Topics will include discrimination against people with disabilities, people of color, and victims of domestic violence.