CCHR issued 4️⃣ final rulings finding that an employer and housing providers discriminated against NYC'ers trying to practice their faith, access housing, and obtain disability accommodations. Over $682K in damages & civil penalties + measures to prevent future discrimination. 💪🏽
NYC Commission on Human Rights
@nycchr.bsky.social
The NYC Commission on Human Rights enforces the NYC Human Rights Law and educates the public about the law. Account not monitored 24/7.
CCHR Comm’r Christine Clarke and Deputy Mayor Julie Su visited The Tenement Museum to reaffirm a powerful message: your immigration status should never determine whether you have access to housing. If you believe you’ve experienced housing discrimination, call 311 or visit NYC.gov/HumanRights.
Freedom means being able to live, work, and thrive without discrimination. 💪🏽 Whether you live or work in NYC - or if you're just visiting for the celebrations - you have rights!
This past Tuesday, on the final day of #PrIdeMonth, CCHR ended with a wrap party bringing together community leaders, advocates, #LGBTQ+ youth, and allies for an evening celebrating community and the many voices that make NYC stronger. 💪🏽
#PrideMonth may be over, but our commitment isn't! 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️ We're looking back at Sunday's #PrideParade, where @NYCCHR proudly marched with our own float alongside thousands of New Yorkers. 💪🏽 We're honored to stand with #LGBTQIA+ communities - not just in June, but all year long.
Yesterday, the Mamdani Administration, in partnership with City Council, adopted the annual budget, restoring $1.6 million in funding for the NYC Commission on Human Rights. 🙏🏽 Commissioner Clarke issued a statement after the announcement. Full statement in our Media tab at NYC.gov/HumanRights
July marks the start of Disability Pride Month and French American Month. 🙏🏽 We are proud to celebrate the cultures and communities that shape our diverse city and strengthen the work of NYCCHR. #DisabilityPride #FrenchAmericanMonth #DisabilityPrideMonth
Today, we commemorate the #Stonewall Uprising, a pivotal moment for LGBTQ+ rights. 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️ As we honor the courage of those who stood up in 1969, we're proud to march in today's #PrideParade and celebrate the vibrant #LGBTQ+ communities that continue to shape NYC. #Pride #NYCPride
The NYC school year is over, but CCHR's YES Council works year-round to advance youth-led solutions to issues impacting New Yorkers. They presented incredible work at NYC Services’ Youth Action 50 Conf, focusing on how discrimination impacts mental health. www.nyc.gov/site/cchr/co...
Did you know? Caregiver status is a protected class under the NYC Human Rights Law. This #FathersDay, we honor fathers and caregivers and recognize the role they play in our shaping our communities.
Today, as we commemorate #Juneteenth, here's a snapshot of why this day is so important 👀 CCHR remains committed to ending anti-Black racism and protecting civil rights through education and enforcement of the NYC Human Rights Law. ✊🏾
#PrideMonth is going strong! 💪🏽🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️ From Brooklyn to Staten Island, we’ve spent the last couple of weeks connecting with New Yorkers and sharing resources about your rights under the City Human Rights Law. Thank you to everyone who stopped by to connect with us — more to come! #Pride #NYC
A lot has happened since Commissioner Christine Clarke took office! ⚖️💪🏽 CCHR continues to strengthen its enforcement model to deliver faster, more effective results for New Yorkers.
Domestic workers are protected from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation at work, under the NYC Human Rights Law. Learn more: www.nyc.gov/site/cchr/me... #DomesticWorkers #DomesticWorkersRights
On #RaceUnityDay, we remind New Yorkers - and all visitors of our city - that unity means equal protection under the NYC Human Rights Law. ⚖️ That includes discrimination based on race, national origin, and ethnicity. If you experience discrimination, contact us @ 212.416.0197.
With #FIFA underway, New York City is welcoming visitors from around the world 🌎 ... But no matter how busy the city gets, the NYC Human Rights Law remains the same. You are protected from discrimination and harassment in New York City. Learn more: NYC.gov/HumanRights #FIFAWorldCup #NYC
“NYC protects trans people no matter what’s happening at the federal level” 👊🎤✋ Commissioner Christine Clarke appeared on @spectrumnewsny1.bsky.social to discuss our 🆕 trans rights campaign, which launched on June 1st, just in time for #PrideMonth 🏳️⚧️ #trans #transrights #transrightsarehumanrights
Everyone in New York City, including visitors and tourists, has the right to enjoy the City free from hate, bias, and discrimination - no matter how long you are here. Learn more at www.NYC.gov/VisitingNYC.
When you're dedicated, you can get a LOT done in four months! 💪🏽 Here's a snapshot of what @nycchr.bsky.social has been up to since Commissioner Christine Clarke took office in early February. #HumanRights #Discrimination #NYC
June is LGBTQ+ Pride Month, Immigrant Heritage Month, and Caribbean American Heritage Month! 💪🏽 We are proud to celebrate the cultures and communities that shape our diverse city and strengthen the work of @nycchr.bsky.social.
This #PrideMonth, we are launching a citywide campaign to raise awareness of protections for trans and gender nonconforming New Yorkers 🏳️⚧️ As reports of gender identity discrimination reach a 5-year high, we're making sure NYCers know their rights: www.nyc.gov/site/cchr/me... @nychealthy.bsky.social
Commissioner Christine Clarke was proud to be the keynote speaker at John Jay College of Criminal Justice's graduate hooding ceremony. 🎓 Congratulations to all the grads ‼️
Thank you to @nycchr.bsky.social Commissioner Christine Clarke & her team for meeting w/ @workersjusticep.bsky.social. Proud to build a co-enforcement partnership to fight discrimination in NYC workplaces. We look forward to winning justice for immigrant workers who keep NYC running.
Since Cmr Clarke took office, we've secured tenancies for numerous households who experienced discrimination b/c of a housing voucher. ~ 1,000 apartments are either occupied by voucher holders or being held exclusively for such renters. CCHR delivers. Contact us: 212.416.0197 | NYC.gov/HumanRights
5 months. 🗓️ $1 million obtained for New Yorkers. 💰 @nycchr.bsky.social delivers. If you or someone you know has experienced discrimination, contact us at 212.416.0197.
#MemorialDay is a time to honor and remember the service members who gave their lives in service to the United States. 🙏🏽 Today, we reflect on the sacrifices made for the dignity, respect, and freedom that shape our city.
On #GlobalAccessibilityAwarenessDay, we want to remind everyone that the Disability Unite Festival is back for another year! CCHR is proud to co-host this event, bringing everyone together to celebrate disability pride, creativity, and connection. RSVP: tinyurl.com/DUFestival2026
World Day for Cultural Diversity recognizes the importance of cultural understanding and inclusion around the world 🌎🙏🏽 ... In a city as diverse as New York, those values are essential to advancing fairness and equal treatment for everyone.
This weekend, CCHR co-hosted a #Havdalah ceremony, followed by bafalon music and an Ethiopian coffee ceremony, celebrating an intersection of culture and connection. As #JewishHeritageMonth rolls on, we're proud to join local partners to create spaces for solidarity and joy across communities.
#IDAHOBIT is an opportunity to reaffirm that LGBTQ+ New Yorkers deserve to live free from discrimination and harassment based on sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. The NYC Human Rights Law protects these rights. CCHR enforces them: NYC.gov/HumanRights