Chicago Commission on Human Relations (CCHR)

Chicago Commission on Human Relations (CCHR) As the civil rights agency of the City of Chicago, the CCHR handles discrimination laws & hate crimes

The Commission on Human Relations promotes appreciation of Chicago's diversity and works to eliminate prejudice and discrimination. Commissioners, advisory councils, and staff conduct pro-active programs of education, intervention, and constituency building to discourage bigotry and bring people from different groups together. The Commission enforces the Chicago Human Rights Ordinance and the Chic

ago Fair Housing Ordinance, which prohibit discrimination within the city of Chicago in the following areas:

Housing
Employment
Credit Transactions
Bonding
Public Accommodations

As the 77th Annual IAOHRA Conference comes to a close, it was so powerful to be with leaders who continuously fight for ...
08/20/2026

As the 77th Annual IAOHRA Conference comes to a close, it was so powerful to be with leaders who continuously fight for the civil and human rights for all. It was fitting for Marc Morial, President and CEO of the National Urban League to be our keynote speaker. What an honor!

The CCHR thanks Kristen Clarke, General Counsel of the NAACP, for a powerful presentation at the 2026 IAOHRA Conference....
08/17/2026

The CCHR thanks Kristen Clarke, General Counsel of the NAACP, for a powerful presentation at the 2026 IAOHRA Conference. Her insights were a reminder that hard won civil rights protections cannot be taken for granted and that the work to advance equal rights continues.

Now hiring a Fall 2026 Public Service Legal Intern! Gain hands-on experience in civil rights law with the CCHR. Open to ...
08/04/2026

Now hiring a Fall 2026 Public Service Legal Intern! Gain hands-on experience in civil rights law with the CCHR. Open to current 2L & 3L law students. Unpaid; academic credit may apply. Apply within 30 days via this link: https://bit.ly/3SbvYgT

As we celebrated our new Chair & Commissioner, we welcomed community partners and stakeholders to an Open House filled w...
07/27/2026

As we celebrated our new Chair & Commissioner, we welcomed community partners and stakeholders to an Open House filled with great food, meaningful connections, and interactive showcases highlighting how our agency proudly serves the people of Chicago every day!

07/07/2026

How do we close the gap in HIV care? Alderman Lamont J. Robinson joins us to discuss HIV funding, health equity, PrEP access, systemic barriers, and what it will take to achieve Getting to Zero. Listen now and be part of the conversation: https://direc.to/njjb

As Pride Month is coming to an end, we want to know… what does pride mean to you? Comment below.
06/29/2026

As Pride Month is coming to an end, we want to know… what does pride mean to you? Comment below.

The City of Chicago Department of Administrative Hearings, Department of Buildings, Department of Law, and CCHR will pre...
06/23/2026

The City of Chicago Department of Administrative Hearings, Department of Buildings, Department of Law, and CCHR will present a CLE webcast for attorneys through the Illinois State Bar Association on Friday, June 26, 2026. Details below.

Congrats to our very own Kenneth Gunn on his confirmation by City Council as Chair & Commissioner of the CCHR! After yea...
06/22/2026

Congrats to our very own Kenneth Gunn on his confirmation by City Council as Chair & Commissioner of the CCHR! After years of dedicated service to Chicago, we look forward to his continued leadership in combating discrimination and building a city where everyone can thrive.

06/22/2026
Today, the CCHR celebrates Juneteenth—a day of freedom and progress. We honor the generations who paved the way and reco...
06/19/2026

Today, the CCHR celebrates Juneteenth—a day of freedom and progress. We honor the generations who paved the way and recommit ourselves to building a future grounded in equity, opportunity, and justice for all.

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740 N Sedgwick Street, Ste 400
Chicago, IL
60654

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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+13127444111

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