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Gender Identity and Expression
Because safe and equal bathroom access is a fundamental human right, as well as the law of the land in New York City, the NYC Commission on Human Rights has launched the nation's first government-led citywide ad campaign affirming every New Yorkers' right to use the bathroom consistent with their gender identity, regardless of their gender assigned at birth. It has been illegal in New York City to discriminate against an individual on the basis of gender identity or expression, including denying access to bathrooms, since 2002.
- Mayor's Executive Order regarding single-sex facilities at City agencies.
- Press Release on Campaign
- Legal Enforcement Guidance: Legal guidance on Gender Identity/Gender Expression protections under the NYC Human Rights Law. Portions of the guidance will be subject to future rulemaking pursuant to the City Administrative Procedure Act, N.Y. City Charter § 1041 et seq.
- Truth vs. Myth Sheet addresses many of the common misconceptions on Gender Identity/Gender Expression protections.
- LGBTQ Protections Info Card
- Posting for Executive Order Compliance
- Posters - English & Spanish (click on images below for full size)
If you have additional questions, call 311 or (212) 416-0197 and ask for the Commission on Human Rights.
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