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Students attending schools and universities in New York City have the same protections under the City's Human Rights Law as anyone who lives in, works in, or visits NYC.
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New Commission Podcast
"Rights Here. Right Now" airs on WCHR 90.3 FM on the last Monday of every month, from 2:00 - 3:00pm. Commission staff discuss different facets of the city’s Human Rights Law live on the air and answer questions New Yorkers have about discrimination in employment, housing, and public spaces.
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The NYC Human Rights Law now protects individuals that live in, work in, or visit New York City from discrimination based on their height or weight, or the combination of height and weight, referred to as "body size."
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It’s illegal for landlords, brokers, and realtors to refuse renters because they have a voucher. Vouchers pay. Discrimination doesn't.
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About the NYC Human Rights Law
The NYC Human Rights Law prohibits discrimination in New York City. Visit
our Law page to learn more about what the law covers.
The Complaint Process
Learn how to file a complaint with our Law Enforcement Bureau if you believe you have been the victim of discrimination in the City of New York.
Request a Workshop
Commission staff works with organizations to provide
free workshops to educate staff and community members about their rights and obligations under the law.
COVID-19 & Human Rights
Harassment and discrimination on the basis of race, national origin, age, and disability (including having COVID-19) is illegal under the NYC Human Rights Law.
News & Announcements
Download press releases, statements, and other announcements regarding the Commission and the NYC Human Rights Law.
Services & Programs
The Community Relations Bureau (CRB) provides
direct services by educating the public about their protections and obligations under the Law.
Legal Library
Download amendments, legal enforcement guidance, commission rules, and other Commission documents in our Legal Library.
The NYC Commission on Human Rights' website is provided in English. However, the "Google Translate" option may assist you in reading it in other languages. Please note that “Google Translate” cannot translate all types of documents, and it should not be relied upon for vital information. The Commission does not guarantee the accuracy of the translation provided by this tool.