NYC Human Rights

The NYC Commission on Human Rights enforces the NYC Human Rights Law and educates the public about the law. Account not monitored 24/7.

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Comm'r Christine Clarke, alongside leadership from our Law Enforcement Bureau, shares how the NYC Commission on Human Rights investigates housing discrimination and holds violators accountable.⚖️

If you’ve experienced or witnessed discrimination, call 311 and say “Human Rights.”

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When you're dedicated, you can get a LOT done in four months! 💪🏽 Here's a snapshot of what @NYCCHR has been up to since Commissioner Christine Clarke took office in early February.

#HumanRights #Discrimination #NYC

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June is LGBTQ+ Pride Month, Immigrant Heritage Month, and Caribbean American Heritage Month! 💪🏽

We are proud to celebrate the cultures and communities that shape our diverse city and strengthen the work of @NYCCHR.

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This #PrideMonth, we are launching a citywide campaign to raise awareness of protections for trans and gender nonconforming New Yorkers 🏳️‍⚧️ As reports of gender identity discrimination reach a 5-year high, we're making sure New Yorkers know their rights: https://t.co/6fh9FPRh5p

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Commissioner Christine Clarke was proud to be the keynote speaker at John Jay College of Criminal Justice's graduate hooding ceremony. 🎓 Congratulations to all the grads‼️

@Jjcommencement

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Thank you to @NYCCHR Commissioner Christine Clarke & her team for meeting w/ @workersjusticep + @LosDeliveristas. Proud to build a co-enforcement partnership to fight discrimination in NYC workplaces.

We look forward to winning justice for immigrant workers who keep NYC running.

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Since Cmr Clarke took office, we've secured tenancies for numerous households who experienced discrimination b/c of a housing voucher. ~ 1,000 apartments are either occupied by voucher holders or being held exclusively for such renters.

@nycchr delivers.
https://t.co/c9Aw3R86Rq

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5 months. 🗓️ $1 million obtained for New Yorkers. 💰

@NYCCHR delivers.

If you or someone you know has experienced discrimination, contact us at 212.416.0197.

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#MemorialDay is a time to honor and remember the service members who gave their lives in service to the United States. 🙏🏽 Today, we reflect on the sacrifices made for the dignity, respect, and freedom that shape our city.

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On #GlobalAccessibilityAwarenessDay, we want to remind everyone that the Disability Unite Festival is back for another year! CCHR is proud to co-host this event, bringing everyone together to celebrate disability pride, creativity, and connection. RSVP: https://t.co/uMkxb5Ob4y

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World Day for Cultural Diversity recognizes the importance of cultural understanding and inclusion around the world 🌎🙏🏽 ... In a city as diverse as New York, those values are essential to advancing fairness and equal treatment for everyone.

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CCHR co-hosted a #Havdalah ceremony, followed by bafalon music and an Ethiopian coffee ceremony, celebrating an intersection of culture and connection. As #JewishHeritageMonth rolls on, we're proud to join local partners to create spaces for solidarity and joy across communities.

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#IDAHOBIT is an opportunity to reaffirm that LGBTQ+ New Yorkers deserve to live free from discrimination and harassment based on sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. The NYC Human Rights Law protects these rights. CCHR enforces them: https://t.co/c9Aw3R86Rq

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🎥 CCHR featured in ‘Slumlord Millionaire’ 👀This powerful @PBS documentary by @AfterSpringFilm follows the struggles of everyday New Yorkers facing unscrupulous landlords and developers, including one family that finds justice after working with @TakerootNYC and @NYCCHR.

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Did you know? Caregiver status is protected under the NYC Human Rights Law.

This #MothersDay, we honor mothers and caregivers and recognize the vital role they play in our families and communities.

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The NYC Commission on Human Rights is proud to recognize Child Care Educator Appreciation Month. At NYCCHR, we know that all workers deserve to be treated with dignity and fairness. Thank you for all that you do.

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🗣️ Christine Clarke tells @BrianLehrer why she took on the role of @NYCCHR Commissioner/Chair under @NYCMayor 💪🏽

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🎥 @NYCCHR, with @TakerootNYC, hosted a screening of Slumlord Millionaire, an Emmy-nominated doc following NYC families fighting for safe, affordable housing. The film focuses on a family that was helped by CCHR. After, a panel explored CCHR’s enforcement powers in New York City.

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Join us tomorrow!! ⬇️

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Join @NYC_SBS & @NYCCHR for a webinar about #smallbiz obligations under the NYC Human Rights Law:

📅Tues. 5/5
⌚10 a.m.

RSVP: https://t.co/hX8JEb7wUc

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#MayDay recognizes a legacy of organizing and advocacy in pursuit of fair treatment in the workplace. By enforcing the New York City Human Rights Law, @nycchr helps protect workers from harassment and retaliation.

Learn more about YOUR rights at https://t.co/c9Aw3R8EGY.

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This May, we are proud to celebrate the communities that shape NYC, where you're protected against discrimination based on over 25 protected classes.

Visit https://t.co/c9Aw3R8EGY to learn more.

#AAPIMonth #HaitianHeritageMonth #JewishAmericanHeritageMonth #OlderAmericansMonth