The District of Columbia Office of Human Rights (OHR) was established to eradicate discrimination, increase equal opportunity and protect human rights for persons who live, work, or visit in the District of Columbia.
The District of Columbia Office of Human Rights (OHR) was established to eradicate discrimination, increase equal opportunity and protect human rights for persons who live in or visit the District of Columbia. The agency enforces local and federal human rights laws, including the DC Human Rights Act, by providing a legal process to those who believe they have been discriminated against. OHR also p
The District of Columbia Office of Human Rights (OHR) was established to eradicate discrimination, increase equal opportunity and protect human rights for persons who live in or visit the District of Columbia. The agency enforces local and federal human rights laws, including the DC Human Rights Act, by providing a legal process to those who believe they have been discriminated against. OHR also p
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HRL is back! Join OHR for a two-day virtual training about all the great #CivilRights protections DC has to offer. #KnowYourRights
Join the DC Office of Human Rights for a two day virtual training covering all of the great protections DC has to offer!
We're doing a thing. You should join us :)! #KnowYourRights #HumanRights #HRL https://www.eventbrite.com/e/165162033087
Join the DC Office of Human Rights for a two day virtual training covering all of the great protections DC has to offer!
Fight illegal #discrimination and drop by OHR’s Office Hours at the brand new MLK Library on Saturday, August 21 from noon until 4pm. Ask questions, get assistance filing a complaint and access additional city resources. #KnowYourRights #DCValues DC Public Library
Fight illegal #discrimination and drop by OHR’s Office Hours at the brand new MLK Library on Saturday, August 21 from noon until 4pm. Ask questions, get assistance filing a complaint and access additional city resources. #KnowYourRights #DCValues DC Public Library
Join us for our signature Human Rights Liaison training on June 3rd and 4th to learn about all the great anti-discrimination protections DC has to offer visitors and residents. RSVP Here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/153608690729
Join the DC Office of Human Rights for a two day virtual training covering all of the great protections DC has to offer!
Street harassment is still happening and feels scarier than ever given recent events. With the lack of bystanders around – the fear of isolation increases in public spaces.
If you or someone you know has experienced non-violent street harassment in a public space, share your story and help us end street harassment in the District. Share your story at nostreetharassment.dc.gov.
#NoStreetHarassmentDC #StopStreetHarassment
Street harassment is still happening and feels scarier than ever given recent events. With the lack of bystanders around – the fear of isolation increases in public spaces.
If you or someone you know has experienced non-violent street harassment in a public space, share your story and help us end street harassment in the District. Share your story at nostreetharassment.dc.gov.
#NoStreetHarassmentDC #StopStreetHarassment
L’Oreal Paris recently released results from a global survey of 14,000 people on the effects of the pandemic on street harassment. Compared to times pre-pandemic, 78% of the American respondents said they feel less safe in public spaces. Additionally, 74% of the American respondents think that wearing a mask allows the harassers to hide themselves and feel untouchable.
The top reasons American respondents feel unsafe in public spaces in a pandemic situation: (1) I cannot see people’s face behind masks (2) I am afraid people won’t stop and help in case I have a problem (3) There are a few people in the streets and transports.
Learn more about the study and the L'Oréal Paris Stand Up Against Street Harassment campaign, in partnership with Hollaback! at bit.ly/2RUaCVV.
#NoStreetHarassmentDC #StopStreetHarassment
L’Oreal Paris recently released results from a global survey of 14,000 people on the effects of the pandemic on street harassment. Compared to times pre-pandemic, 78% of the American respondents said they feel less safe in public spaces. Additionally, 74% of the American respondents think that wearing a mask allows the harassers to hide themselves and feel untouchable.
The top reasons American respondents feel unsafe in public spaces in a pandemic situation: (1) I cannot see people’s face behind masks (2) I am afraid people won’t stop and help in case I have a problem (3) There are a few people in the streets and transports.
Learn more about the study and the L'Oréal Paris Stand Up Against Street Harassment campaign, in partnership with Hollaback! at bit.ly/2RUaCVV.
#NoStreetHarassmentDC #StopStreetHarassment
1 Day until our #FairHousing Workshop! There's still time to reserve your spot and learn about all the housing protections DC has! Click the link below to RSVP.
In observation of Fair Housing Month, OHR is conducting two Fair Housing workshops for residents and community stakeholders.
In our Fall 2019 city-wide survey of 1,631 DC residents, we found that 69% of respondents had experienced verbal street harassment in DC in the prior six months and 40% reported that they had experienced physical street harassment. You can read all the data from that survey and everything else from the first year of implementing SHPA in the report “The State of Street Harassment in DC” (ohr.dc.gov/page/state-street-harassment-dc)
#NoStreetHarassmentDC #StopStreetHarassment
In our Fall 2019 city-wide survey of 1,631 DC residents, we found that 69% of respondents had experienced verbal street harassment in DC in the prior six months and 40% reported that they had experienced physical street harassment. You can read all the data from that survey and everything else from the first year of implementing SHPA in the report “The State of Street Harassment in DC” (ohr.dc.gov/page/state-street-harassment-dc)
#NoStreetHarassmentDC #StopStreetHarassment
Join us THIS THURSDAY for our #FairHousingMonth workshop. Learn about your rights and all the protections DC has to offer. #FairHousing #KnowYourRights #Housing #HousingProtections
In observation of Fair Housing Month, OHR is conducting two Fair Housing workshops for residents and community stakeholders.
We want to hear your street harassment stories. We know the pandemic has altered life in public spaces and the types of street harassment incidents. We want to hear from you in efforts to better understand what kind of street harassment is happening, where incidents most frequently occur, and how street harassment has changed during the pandemic.
If you or someone you know has experienced non-violent street harassment in a public space, share your story and help us end street harassment in the District at nostreetharassment.dc.gov.
#NoStreetHarassmentDC #StopStreetHarassment
We want to hear your street harassment stories. We know the pandemic has altered life in public spaces and the types of street harassment incidents. We want to hear from you in efforts to better understand what kind of street harassment is happening, where incidents most frequently occur, and how street harassment has changed during the pandemic.
If you or someone you know has experienced non-violent street harassment in a public space, share your story and help us end street harassment in the District at nostreetharassment.dc.gov.
#NoStreetHarassmentDC #StopStreetHarassment
In the District, street harassment is defined as any unwanted statement, gesture, or conduct that is
disrespectful, offensive, or threatening and happens in a public space, a place of business or any location
that is not a private residence in DC.
OHR implements the Street Harassment Prevention Act (SHPA), which is a first-of-its-kind legal measure in the United States that: (1) creates a legal definition of street harassment; (2) establishes a community-based Advisory Committee to study street harassment and develop model policies and trainings; and (3) requires a public information campaign on street harassment. It was designed to uniquely focus on prevention through education instead of criminalization. Learn more at ohr.dc.gov.
#nostreetharassmentdc #stopstreetharassment
Help us get everyone in our community pre-registered for a vaccination appointment. Go to vaccinate.dc.gov or call 1-855-363-0333 to pre-register and then help us spread the word. #DCHOPE Read Mayor Bowser’s Presentation on DC’s COVID-19 Situational Update: April 19
April is #FairHousingMonth and we wanted to celebrate by informing the public about their rights when seeking housing! Join OHR on Thursday, April 29th for a special, virtual "Know Your Rights" workshop discussing all the great housing protections the District has to offer residents and visitors. #HousingProtections #HousingRights #Housing #CivilRights
In observation of Fair Housing Month, OHR is conducting two Fair Housing workshops for residents and community stakeholders.
Join OHR as we celebrate #FairHousingMonth with two virtual workshops covering all of the great housing protections the District has to offer! Click the link to RSVP! #KnowYourRights #FHM #HumanRights #CivilRights #FairHousing #HousingRights #Housing
In observation of Fair Housing Month, OHR is conducting two Fair Housing workshops for residents and community stakeholders.
April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month, this week is International Anti-Street Harassment Week, and today is Teal Tuesday! OHR staff (and their pets!) are wearing teal to show solidarity with survivors of sexual violence.
#TealTuesday #SAAM2021 #stopstreetharassment
April is a busy but special month at OHR. This year, we will highlight several topics over the course of the month including fair housing, language access, sexual assault awareness and street harassment prevention.
Stay in the loop for or social posts for more on trainings and initiatives we will introduce this month.
For more information about OHR services, visit ohr.dc.gov.
#fairhousingmonth #sexualassaultawareness #languageaccess #stopstreetharassment
Join Mayor Bowser's teletownhall at 5 PM as DC Mayor's Office on Asian and Pacific Islander Affairs Washington Metropolitan Police Dept. and DC Office of Human Rights address anti-Asian bias and discuss how to support our AAPI community.
Join Mayor Bowser's teletownhall at 5 PM as DC Mayor's Office on Asian and Pacific Islander Affairs Washington Metropolitan Police Dept. and DC Office of Human Rights address anti-Asian bias and discuss how to support our AAPI community.
Protect your community by remaining vigilant. If you see something or someone suspicious, say something: iwatchdc.org. #SaferStrongerDC
Protect your community by remaining vigilant. If you see something or someone suspicious, say something: iwatchdc.org. #SaferStrongerDC
Don’t disregard your instincts. If it seems out of place, then it probably is. Report suspicious behaviors and activities to iwatchdc.org. #SaferStrongerDC
Don’t disregard your instincts. If it seems out of place, then it probably is. Report suspicious behaviors and activities to iwatchdc.org. #SaferStrongerDC
We all have a role to play in protecting our community. Do your part by reporting suspicious behavior and activity to 911. If you see something, say something! #SaferStrongerDC.
We all have a role to play in protecting our community. Do your part by reporting suspicious behavior and activity to 911. If you see something, say something! #SaferStrongerDC.
We are excited to announce that George E. Rice III (COACH RICE) and Briana Strachan Cleveland (Martha's Table) well also join us as panelist for our upcoming event!
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George E. Rice III is a coach, educator and founder of The Rebound 4 Success Institute and is ready to discuss is ready to discuss how the rise of youth leadership is critical for our future.
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Briana Strachan Cleveland is the Director of Volunteers and Community Support at Martha’s Table and will bring to the panel her perspective on community support resources.
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You won't want to miss this valuable insight. RSVP for the event: https://bit.ly/3qoMoiS
Thrilled to have Lily Litweiler (DC Public Schools) and Shyheim Snead (United Way of Coastal Fairfield County) join us as a panelist for the upcoming event!
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Linda Litweiler is a Mental Health Counselor for DC Public Schools and is ready to discuss how she’s helped students and youth navigate life during a pandemic, civil rights demonstrations and the unparelled attack on democracy on January 6, 2021.
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Shyheim Snead is a Strategy and Partnerships Manager at the United Way will bring perspective from the nonprofit world on how our local communities can come together and heal despite the uncertainties of the past year.
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You won't want to miss this valuable insight. RSVP for the event: https://bit.ly/3qoMoiS
Join us for the big event on Thursday, Feb. 25th! The virtual event, featuring a panel of incredible speakers, will focus on dissecting and processing the current challenging cultural/political landscape and inspiring DC youth as they shape their own futures. Come learn, share, and heal. RSVP today for the FREE event! #NoHateDC https://bit.ly/3qoMoiS
Join us for the big event on Thursday, Feb. 25th! The virtual event, featuring a panel of incredible speakers, will focus on dissecting and processing the current challenging cultural/political landscape and inspiring DC youth as they shape their own futures. Come learn, share, and heal. RSVP today for the FREE event! #NoHateDC https://bit.ly/3qoMoiS
Today, OHR released the FY19 Language Access Compliance Review. The report provides an overview and analysis of citywide efforts to create equal access for individuals with limited or non-English proficiency. As of 2018, the District is home to nearly 100,000 foreign-born individuals with 30.8% of foreign-born residents age 5 or older having limited English proficiency.
Highlights from the FY19 Compliance Review include:
* Compliance achievements and reporting for 38 covered entities with major public contact and 23 non-major public contact entities detailing performance level of preparedness, accessibility and quality in serving clients
* 183,387 encounters with LEP/NEP customers across agencies
* Language Access compliance training for 41,040 District government employees, including contractor and grantee staff
* 73,277 calls made by frontline employees to reach a telephonic interpreter to communicate with customers speaking 66 different languages
* Translation of 830 vital documents by agencies with major public contact. #languageaccess #limitedenglishproficiency #translation #interpretation
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We all have a shared responsibility to protect DC. Wear a mask. Save lives. Stop the spread. Learn more: coronavirus.dc.gov
Over the past several months, we’ve been challenged, and it’s not been easy. If you need help managing anxiety and stress, please talk to a mental health clinician. Call 1-888-793-4357. We are here for you.
We hope everyone is saying safe and finding connection (even if virtual) this Thanksgiving! We are grateful for you!
We hope everyone is saying safe and finding connection (even if virtual) this Thanksgiving! We are grateful for you!
When around friends and family outside of your household, wear a mask and social distance. Small gatherings do not mean less risk of spreading or getting COVID-19!
November is Native American Heritage Month, a time to pay tribute to the rich ancestry and traditions of Native Americans. This is the perfect opportunity to celebrate the culture, traditions and histories of Indigenous people in the United States, as well as acknowledge the many contributions they have made to this country.
Use this time to learn more about the various tribes of Indigenous Americans and what tribal land you're currently on or have lived on. Washington DC sits on the ancestral lands of the Anacostans (also documented as Nacotchtank) and over time neighboring the Piscataway and Pamunkey peoples.
Piscataway, Pamunkey, the Nentego (Nanichoke), Mattaponi, Chickahominy, Monacan, and the Powhatan cultures thrived along the Anacostia and Potomac Rivers. (American Library Association). You can use the website from Native Land to learn more about local Indigenous history.
We all have a shared responsibility to protect DC. Wear a mask. Save lives. Stop the spread. Learn more: coronavirus.dc.gov
Today is Transgender Day of Remembrance, which is a day to honor those who have been murdered because of transphobia and those who have survived gender-based violence. OHR stands with the trans and non-binary community everyday and will continue to fight for the equal treatment of all individuals; today, we honor those who have lost their lives to senseless violence.
#tdor #translivesmatter
As cases increase nationwide, protect your family: limit exposure to other people, require all guests in your home to wear a mask, and practice good hygiene.
We've created signs for you to print for your home or to share with guests before coming over: bit.ly/dcsignage
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OHR is highlighting and celebrating Fania Davis. Davis is a long-time social justice activist, civil rights trial attorney, restorative justice practitioner and scholar with a PhD in indigenous knowledge. In efforts to bring healing amoung justice in Oakland, Davis currently serves as the founding director of Restorative Justice of Oakland Youth (RJOY). The RJOY focuses on reducing racial disparities and public costs associated with high rates of incarceration, suspension, and expulsion. We recognize Fania Davis because her hidden story inspires! #HerHiddenStory #WomensHistoryMonth
OHR is highlighting and celebrating Urooj Arshad. As an advocate for LGBTQ rights for more than 20 years, Urooj has designed and implemented programs on local, national and global levels, which has led her to becoming a sought out speaker and trainer on these issues. Urooj has been recognized for her work in advancing the rights of LGBTQ Muslims. She mobilized resources and developed programs for several initiatives, including two programs at Advocates for Youth, the Muslim Youth Leadership Council (MyLC) and the International LGBTQ Youth Health and Rights Program at Advocates for Youth, as well as the Muslim Alliance for Sexual and Gender Diversity (MASGD).We recognize Urooj Arshad because her hidden story inspires.#HerHiddenStory #WomensHistoryMonth
For our second installment of #DistrictDialogue we sat down with native DC activist Montae Williams to discuss the power of youth in shaping the most prolific movements in Black and American history. Do you agree with his take? #BlackHistoryDC #BHM2020
Check out part one of our new #BlackHistoryMonth series ‘District Dialogue’. Our goal for these conversations is to connect DC’s future to its history through intergenerational discussions highlighting the perspectives of those living & working in DC. #DistrictDialogue #BlackHistoryDC For our first installment, we spoke with Patricia Mitchell, who serves as Executive Vice President of Industrial Bank. She explained the rich history of black business along the U Street Corridor and how that community supported each other through the city’s peaks and valleys.
Building Bridges Book Club is hosting our second FB Live discussion of the book Biased by Dr. Jennifer Eberhardt. Feel free to share your thoughts, reflections and comments if you’ve read the book.
Building Bridges Book Club is hosting our first FB Live discussion of the book Evicted by Matthew Desmond. Feel free to share your thoughts, reflections and comments if you’ve read the book.
Yesterday, OHR participated in the annual #MLKParade. It was great to see so many people come out despite the cold, inspired by Dr. King’s legacy and activism. Let’s continue his fight for civil and human rights for marginalized groups, right here and around the world! #MLKDay #Ward8 #HumanRights
#HappeningNow We’re out at Marshall Heights Day educating the community on their rights! But of course we’re enjoying this weather and the local talent! Come out for food, entertainment, and family fun! Here until 4pm. #DrumCircle #Community #HumanRightsDC
#HappeningNow.... Come tell us about your business and let us connect you to resources!!!#dcbiz #rubyscoops #cakelove #ausomefoods
It's lit! #DCPride
Director Palacio speaking now at Law Library of Congress #Pride #LGBT
Returning citizens are among the most vulnerable populations in our society. Take one minute to hear from two of them, who speak to the importance of recognizing the whole person, not just a past mistake. Help lessen the obstacles for success returning citizens face by attending this weekend’s event, visit rebuildingreentry.com for more details.
Director Palacio has a little dance in her step for the start of Hispanic Heritage Month! Trabajamos para que todas puedan "vivir sus vidas." More to come throughout the month…
30 second #BlackHistoryDC vid. Watch and Respond: How has the Civil Rights Movement inspired you? #BlackHistoryMonth
#BlackHistoryDC quote bridge video of the week: OHR staff member Stephanie explains how Rosa Park's actions and legacy impacted her life as a #Black woman, and how it motivates her to help others. #BlackHistoryMonth
Anna, an immigrant from South Korea, talks about why she wanted to be part of the #ImmigrantsContribute campaign. Excited to launch next week!
To commemorate the 50th Anniversary of the March on Washington, our staff created this moving video by weaving together powerful moments from speeches given at the March in 1963. PLEASE SHARE to celebrate all that's been achieved, and the work that still needs to be done.
MEET ARNOLDO, one of the nine participants in our upcoming campaign! He talks about the importance of #immigrants to #DC! More info about the campaign coming soon! #ImmigrantsContribute
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