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DC Office of Human Rights The DC Office of Human Rights (OHR) was established to increase understanding & end discrimination.
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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 proactively enforces human rights in the District through Director’s Inquiries, which allow it to identify and investigate practices and policies that may be discriminatory. We can also be found on Twitter at http://www.twitter.com/dchumanrights and on Instagram at http://www.instagram.com/dchumanrights

In addition to October being National Bullying Prevention Month, we also recognize LGBTQIA+ History Month. So, this Tool...
10/13/2026

In addition to October being National Bullying Prevention Month, we also recognize LGBTQIA+ History Month.

So, this Tool Tuesday, we’re sharing our Quick Guide for LGBTQIA+ Youth in DC.

We were excited to join Office of Disability Rights at the 2026 Employment First Summit at MLK Library! We connected wit...
10/07/2026

We were excited to join Office of Disability Rights at the 2026 Employment First Summit at MLK Library! We connected with job seekers about future opportunities and shared important information about their protected traits and how these protections support them in their job search.

Introducing Tool Tuesday! 🛠️Every Tuesday in October, we’re spotlighting a resource from our Youth Bullying Prevention P...
10/06/2026

Introducing Tool Tuesday! 🛠️

Every Tuesday in October, we’re spotlighting a resource from our Youth Bullying Prevention Program to help you build skills, strengthen awareness, and become an empowered upstander against bullying. Follow along each week to add a new tool to your toolkit!

This week: Helping Youth Deal with and Avoid Conflict

10/02/2026

We all have a part to play in keeping our youth safe.

Save and share these helpful tools, you never know who it might help!

Access OHRs free resources at ohr.dc.gov

October is National Bullying Prevention Month!Join the Office of Human Rights as we raise awareness and empower families...
10/01/2026

October is National Bullying Prevention Month!

Join the Office of Human Rights as we raise awareness and empower families, educators, and youth with tools to prevent bullying.

Follow along for tips, resources, and ways to get involved.

Last week, OHR Language Access Team connected with community members at the VIDA Senior Centers 13th Annual Community He...
09/29/2026

Last week, OHR Language Access Team connected with community members at the VIDA Senior Centers 13th Annual Community Health Fair, where they shared multilingual Know Your Rights resources.

Did you know VIDA Senior Centers (Vida Senior Centers) is the oldest Hispanic non-profit organization in DC, providing services to seniors for over 50 years!

How well do you know your rights as a tenant?We teamed up with the Office of the Tenant Advocate (D.C. Office Tenant Adv...
09/28/2026

How well do you know your rights as a tenant?

We teamed up with the Office of the Tenant Advocate (D.C. Office Tenant Advocate) at their 2026 Tenant Summit, where attendees got a clear look at the rights and protections they’re guaranteed as renters in DC.

If you rent in DC, stay informed and explore the resources our partners offer at ota.dc.gov.

Last week, we had a great time at the DC Superior Court’s 2nd Annual Health and Wellness Fair! More than 50 community me...
09/22/2026

Last week, we had a great time at the DC Superior Court’s 2nd Annual Health and Wellness Fair!

More than 50 community members stopped by our table to learn about DC’s 23 protected traits and how our office can support them with education and guidance.

Latine Conference for People with Disabilities Learn about services, resources and supports available to people with dis...
09/10/2026

Latine Conference for People with Disabilities 

Learn about services, resources and supports available to people with disabilities and their families in DC. 

The event will be held in Spanish with ASL and English interpretation available at no cost. 

Saturday, September 12 
12pm – 4pm 
899 North Capitol St NE 
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Conferencia Anual para Personas Latinas con Discapacidades 

Aprenda sobre servicios, recursos y apoyos disponibles para personas con discapacidades y sus familias en DC. 

El evento se realizará en español, con interpretación enLengua de Señas Americana (ASL) e inglés disponible sin costo. 

Sábado, 12 de Septiembre 
12pm – 4pm 
899 North Capitol St NE

Civil rights agencies rely on strong, reliable information to identify barriers to equal opportunity, enforce workplace ...
09/09/2026

Civil rights agencies rely on strong, reliable information to identify barriers to equal opportunity, enforce workplace protections, and prevent discrimination.

OHR joins agencies from across the nation in urging the EEOC to preserve workforce demographic reporting.

Read the Joint Statement at the link in our bio.

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441 4th Street NW
Washington D.C., DC
20001

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm

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+12027274559

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