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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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Calling all NYC youth! 🗣️ The Youth for Equity and Solidarity Council (YES Council) is NYC Human Rights's council of young leaders who are interested in working on human rights issues in NYC. Want to join? Apply here: nyc.gov/site/cchr/comm… Share with all youth who may interested!

Calling all NYC youth! 🗣️ The Youth for Equity and Solidarity Council (YES Council) is <a href="/NYCCHR/">NYC Human Rights</a>'s council of young leaders who are interested in working on human rights issues in NYC. 

Want to join? Apply here: nyc.gov/site/cchr/comm…

Share with all youth who may interested!
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Everyday, LGBTQIA+ people face discrimination in ways that often go unnoticed – whether it’s at work, a public area, or even, at home. NYCCHR is here to help you. Get help and learn more here: nyc.gov/LiveWithPrideN… #Pride #PrideMonth

Everyday, LGBTQIA+ people face discrimination in ways that often go unnoticed – whether it’s at work, a public area, or even, at home.

NYCCHR is here to help you.

Get help and learn more here: nyc.gov/LiveWithPrideN…

#Pride #PrideMonth
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Today, and every day, we stand in solidarity with domestic workers, who play a vital role in our communities. At NYCCHR, we are committed to ensuring that domestic workers in NYC are protected from discrimination. Their work is invaluable, and their rights must be upheld.

Today, and every day, we stand in solidarity with domestic workers, who play a vital role in our communities. At NYCCHR, we are committed to ensuring that domestic workers in NYC are protected from discrimination. Their work is invaluable, and their rights must be upheld.
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Today, as we commemorate #Juneteenth, scroll through these images for a brief overview of this important day. đź‘€ CCHR remains committed to ending anti-Black racism and protecting civil rights through education and enforcement of the NYC Human Rights Law.

Today, as we commemorate #Juneteenth, scroll through these images for a brief overview of this important day. đź‘€ CCHR remains committed to ending anti-Black racism and protecting civil rights through education and enforcement of the NYC Human Rights Law.
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On #WorldRefugeeDay, we uplift the courage of refugees who bring strength, resilience, and invaluable contributions to our communities. NYCCHR works to ensure everyone, regardless of immigration status, is protected from discrimination in NYC. More: NYC.gov/HumanRights

On #WorldRefugeeDay, we uplift the courage of refugees who bring strength, resilience, and invaluable contributions to our communities.

NYCCHR works to ensure everyone, regardless of immigration status, is protected from discrimination in NYC.

More: NYC.gov/HumanRights
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NYCCHR proudly stands with the LGBTQIA+ community. At the #PrideParade, we marched as part of the continued fight for equality, safety, and dignity for everyone. #Pride began as a protest and continues as an annual reminder that our collective liberation includes everyone.

NYCCHR proudly stands with the LGBTQIA+ community. At the #PrideParade, we marched as part of the continued fight for equality, safety, and dignity for everyone. #Pride began as a protest and continues as an annual reminder that our collective liberation includes everyone.
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July is #DisabilityPrideMonth, a time to celebrate the strength, leadership, and resilience of the disability community. At the NYC Human Rights Commission, we continue to fight every day for accessibility, dignity, and equity across our city.

July is #DisabilityPrideMonth, a time to celebrate the strength, leadership, and resilience of the disability community.

At the NYC Human Rights Commission, we continue to fight every day for accessibility, dignity, and equity across our city.
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NYCCHR is happy to be a co-sponsor for the 6th Annual #DisabilityUnite Festival on Sunday, July 13. Join us for live performances, inclusion training, and community resources—free and open to all. Central Park 11–4 | Online 12–6 DisabilityUnite.org #ADA35 #DisabilityPride

NYCCHR is happy to be a co-sponsor for the 6th Annual #DisabilityUnite Festival on Sunday, July 13. Join us for live performances, inclusion training, and community resources—free and open to all.

Central Park 11–4 | Online 12–6

DisabilityUnite.org

#ADA35 #DisabilityPride
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Curtis Brewer was a pioneering advocate who fought to break down legal & systemic barriers faced by NY'ers with disabilities. After becoming paralyzed at age 15, Brewer dedicated his life to advancing access, equity, and dignity for the disability community. #DisabilityPrideMonth

Curtis Brewer was a pioneering advocate who fought to break down legal &amp; systemic barriers faced by NY'ers with disabilities. After becoming paralyzed at age 15, Brewer dedicated his life to advancing access, equity, and dignity for the disability community.
#DisabilityPrideMonth
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Celebrate 35 years of the ADA with Disability Unite on July 13! Join us virtually or in person at Central Park’s Naumburg Bandshell to honor this landmark civil rights law for people with disabilities. #ADA35 #DisabilityUnite disabilityunite.org Project Access

Celebrate 35 years of the ADA with Disability Unite on July 13! Join us virtually or in person at Central Park’s Naumburg Bandshell to honor this landmark civil rights law for people with disabilities. #ADA35 #DisabilityUnite disabilityunite.org <a href="/Access4_All/">Project Access</a>
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On our latest episode of "Rights Here. Right Now," CCHR Chief of Staff Jose Rios Lua & Dep Comm'r JoAnn Kamuf Ward welcomed Tabytha Gonzalez, Human Rights Specialist, to discuss the rights of transgender and gender non-conforming New Yorkers: youtu.be/Qs2pzpIfqMU?li…

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Harilyn Rousso has spent decades breaking barriers as a disability rights advocate & as a champion for women w/disabilities. She has helped shape policies that center the experiences of women with disabilities. For #DisabilityPrideMonth, we uplift her leadership & ongoing impact.

Harilyn Rousso has spent decades breaking barriers as a disability rights advocate &amp; as a champion for women w/disabilities. She has helped shape policies that center the experiences of women with disabilities. For #DisabilityPrideMonth, we uplift her leadership &amp; ongoing impact.
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CCHR staff had a fantastic time co-hosting the 3rd Annual Resource Fair at Hillel Plaza in Brooklyn alongside Councilmembers Joseph, Louis, and Cunningham and Assemblymember Clarke! It was a day of connection and empowerment, offering resources and support to help NYC'ers thrive.

CCHR staff had a fantastic time co-hosting the 3rd Annual Resource Fair at Hillel Plaza in Brooklyn alongside Councilmembers Joseph, Louis, and Cunningham and Assemblymember Clarke! It was a day of connection and empowerment, offering resources and support to help NYC'ers thrive.
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CCHR hosted a powerful roundtable to ensure the rights of transgender & gender nonconforming New Yorkers are heard and upheld. We’re committed to fostering inclusion and equality for all. Thank you for all that participated and shared valuable perspectives! #TGNC #TransRights

CCHR hosted a powerful roundtable to ensure the rights of transgender &amp; gender nonconforming New Yorkers are heard and upheld. We’re committed to fostering inclusion and equality for all. Thank you for all that participated and shared valuable perspectives! #TGNC #TransRights
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Bernard Carabello’s powerful advocacy for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities was a turning point in the movement for dignity and inclusion. During #DisabilityPrideMonth, we celebrate his impact and the ongoing fight for equity and respect.

Bernard Carabello’s powerful advocacy for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities was a turning point in the movement for dignity and inclusion.

During #DisabilityPrideMonth, we celebrate his impact and the ongoing fight for equity and respect.
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CCHR knows this is a time of fear & uncertainty. But we also know that NYC'ers are stronger than anyone. Whether you’re facing discrimination, harassment, or bias, you have rights. And you have someone to call. Learn more from Comm'r/Chair Annabel Palma: amny.com/opinion/fear-s…

CCHR knows this is a time of fear &amp; uncertainty. But we also know that NYC'ers are stronger than anyone. Whether you’re facing discrimination, harassment, or bias, you have rights. And you have someone to call.

Learn more from Comm'r/Chair Annabel Palma: amny.com/opinion/fear-s…
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Judith Heumann didn’t just fight for disability rights; she ignited a global movement. Her work opened doors through legislation, activism, & leadership. As we mark #DisabilityPrideMonth, we honor her legacy and reaffirm our commitment to building a more inclusive city for all.

Judith Heumann didn’t just fight for disability rights; she ignited a global movement. Her work opened doors through legislation, activism, &amp; leadership.

As we mark #DisabilityPrideMonth, we honor her legacy and reaffirm our commitment to building a more inclusive city for all.
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Adaptarse a un nuevo país no es fácil, pero todos los neoyorquinos tienen derechos. El jefe de gabinete de la Comisión de Derechos Humanos de la Ciudad de Nueva York, José Ríos Lua, explica tus derechos y dónde encontrar ayuda segura y gratuita: facebook.com/NYCCHR/videos/… Univision

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Local Law requires that employers provide employees with lactation accommodations, including a lactation room where employees can pump/express breast milk, and reasonable time to pump/express breast milk: nyc.gov/site/cchr/law/… #breastfeedingawarenessmonth

Local Law requires that employers provide employees with lactation accommodations, including a lactation room where employees can pump/express breast milk, and reasonable time to pump/express breast milk: nyc.gov/site/cchr/law/…

#breastfeedingawarenessmonth