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- Public Artist in Residence Amanda Phingbodhipakkiya and the Commission launch
"I Still Believe in Our City," a public awareness initiative celebrating the beauty and resilience of Asian and Pacific Islanders and Black communities in the face of racial injustice, xenophobia, and COVID-19-related discrimination.
- Following concerns from advocacy groups on drug testing practices that disproportionately target Black and Latinx parents and infants, the Commission initiated an investigation into the hospitals’ policies and practices to assess whether there is discriminatory racial bias against Black and Latinx families.
For the fourth consecutive year, the Commission received an “A” grade for our commitment to advance procurement opportunities for Minority/Women-owned Business Enterprises.
The Commission announces a new public education campaign affirming the rights and protections of New Yorkers facing discrimination and harassment related to the pandemic. Visit the Commission's COVID-19 and Human Rights page for more information.
Read the COVID-19 campaign press release.
- Beginning March 16, 2020, the Commission’s offices in Manhattan and all of our borough Community Service Centers are closed and staff are working remotely. Staff are working diligently to transition all existing appointments to be conducted over the phone or through video conference. To schedule any new appointments, please contact 311 and ask for the Commission on Human Rights.
Additional Resources
What the Law Covers
The NYC Human Rights Law prohibits discrimination in New York City. Download our fact sheet, highlighting your protections under the Law.
Bias Response Team
The Commission’s Bias Response Team works with community leaders to stabilize communities and foster unity after incidents of bias.
Settlement Highlights
The Commission has the authority to assess fines, obtain monetary damages, and negotiate remedies for complainants. See highlights.
Campaigns
Throughout the year, the Commission leads public education initiatives to inform New Yorkers about their protections under the Law.
Publications/Materials
The NYC Human Rights Law protects New Yorkers in employment, housing, and public accommodations. Learn more and explore our comprehensive resources.
Stories For All
Educators and parents: Download our human rights reading list featuring stories that center the experiences of diverse communities.
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