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Office of Human Rights

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Training Opportunity on May 15, 2025

Become a Certified Trainer Under the Care for LGBTQ Seniors and Seniors with HIV Amendment Act

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!

Featured Services

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.

Know Your Policy

Know Your Bullying Prevention Policy Web Portal

Upcoming Events

Mar 18 2025 - 11:00

OHR Office Hours at the Chinatown Safety Hub

Mar 20 2025 - 12:00

Know Your Rights, the 23 Protected Traits Training

Mar 25 2025 - 11:00

OHR Office Hours at the Mayors Office of Returning Citizens Affairs (MORCA)

Latest

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:...

Feb 27 2025

Bản Tin Tháng 2 của OHR – Thư Từ Giám Đốc

Bản Tin Tháng 2 của OHR – Thư Từ Giám Đốc Quý Cư Dân, Những...

Feb 27 2025

Boletín de noticias de febrero de la OHR: Mensaje del director

Boletín de noticias de febrero de la OHR: Mensaje del director Estimados habitantes,...

Feb 27 2025

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

Bulletin d'information de février de l'OHR - Message du directeur Chers ré...

Feb 27 2025

OHR 2월 뉴스레터 - 국장 인사말

OHR 2월 뉴스레터 - 국장 인사말 친애하는 주민, 이웃, 친구 여러분, 저희는 흑인 역사의 달(Black History Month)을 맞아 미국뿐만이 아니라...

Feb 27 2025

OHR February Newsletter – Director’s Message

OHR February Newsletter – Director’s Message Dear Residents, Neighbors,...

Feb 12 2025

OHR FY 2025 Performance Oversight Hearing

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

Apr 26 2024

OHR FY 2023 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

Office Hours
Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 5 pm

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

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Business Training: New Laws Affecting Housing and Employment

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Beginning October 1, 2017, the DC Office of Human Rights will be enforcing two important new laws that will impact businesses and housing providers across the District: The Fair Criminal Record Screening for Housing Act of 2016 and the Fair Credit in Employment Amendment Act of 2016.