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Office of Human Rights

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Source of Income Discrimination Is Prohibited

Under the DC Human Rights Act, housing providers may not deny housing based on how you pay rent -including through Housing Choice Vouchers, SSI, or other forms of rental assistance. Learn more in the full notice.

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Homeless Status as a Protected Trait

If you are experiencing homelessness whether as a family or an individual - you may be legally protected under the DC Human Rights Act.

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FY 24 Annual Report

Read about OHR's highlights and annual activities in FY 24

Fair Housing Portal

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File A Discrimination Complaint

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OHR offers citywide training and outreach to inform residents, businesses, and organizations about...

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Language Access

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

Know Your Policy

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OHR to Celebrate Human Rights Champions at Annual Awards Ceremony

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OHR Improving Efforts to Combat Youth Bullying in the District

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Jul 15 2025

The DC Office of Human Rights (OHR) Hosts Summer Office Hours at Your Local DC Public Library

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Mayor’s Proclamation on 2024 Human Rights Month

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

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

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Dec 15 2025

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OHR FY 2025-2026 Budget Oversight Hearings

OHR FY 2025-2026 Budget Oversight Hearing Tuesday, June 10, 2025 Testimony of Kenneth...

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OHR FY 2025 Performance Oversight Hearing

OHR FY 2024 Performance Oversight Hearing Tuesday, Feburary 12, 2025 Testimony of...

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OHR FY 2023 Budget Oversight Hearings

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OHR FY 2023 Performance Oversight Hearing

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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]