CALIFORNIA’S CIVIL RIGHTS AGENCY The Department of Fair Employment and Housing is the state agency charged with enforcing California’s civil rights laws. The mission of the DFEH is to protect the people of California from unlawful discrimination in employment, housing and public accommodations and from hate violence and human trafficking. File aComplaint Respond to a Complaint PRARequests Obtain a Right to Sue(Employment Cases Only) EmploymentFind information on civil rights protections in the workplace, how to file and respond to complaints, and DFEH procedures. HousingFind information on civil rights protections in housing, how to file and respond to complaints, and DFEH procedures. Criminal History in EmploymentFind information on fair chance hiring rules that limit consideration of criminal history in employment decisions. Hate ViolenceFind information on California protections against hate violence, how to file and respond to complaints, and DFEH procedures. Business EstablishmentsFind information on civil rights protections in business establishments, how to file and respond to complaints, and DFEH procedures. Human TraffickingFind information about California protections against human trafficking. State Contractors and Government-Funded ProgramsFind information on civil rights protections regarding recipients of State funding, as well as requirements for those contracting with the State for public works, goods, or services. Dispute ResolutionFind information about DFEH’s mediation services, community conflict services, and how to request a mediator in your dispute or conflict. Resources for EmployersFind resources for employers, including information on sexual harassment prevention training, reasonable accommodations, workplace harassment investigations, a sample EEO policy, and required posters. Public Notices and Events January 15, 2020 – Employer Training for Fair Chance Act. View Flyer or Register January 28, 2020 – DFEH participates in 2020 Pregnancy & Family Leave Workshop for Employers. Register January 30 – April 22, 2020 – Webinar Series: California Fair Housing Regulations. Register DFEH News and Alerts January 15, 2020 – DFEH Settles Housing Discrimination Case Against Bay Area Landlord. View press release December 24, 2019 – DFEH releases new, required posters for employers. View posters December 23, 2019 – DFEH Settles Race-Based Hairstyle Discrimination Case Against Business Resource Group. View press release Get the latest information about the Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH) from our DFEH News Page . Subscribe to DFEH Fair Employment and Housing alerts Subscribe here to DFEH Fair Employment and Housing alerts that enable you to stay current on DFEH’s activities and achievements throughout the state. Deputy Communications Director Fahizah Alim handles all media inquiries. She can be reached at 916-478-7251 or at fahizah.alim@dfeh.ca.gov. Login to CCRS Accessibility information Access for people with disabilities Language services Información en Español Tribal consultation policy Get in touch with DFEH If you feel you were the victim of discrimination and would like to file a complaint, start by contacting DFEH: Call our Communication Center at 800-884-1684 (voice), 800-700-2320 (TTY) or California’s Relay Service at 711 Email contact.center@dfeh.ca.gov Quick links File a Complaint Log into online system, CCRS Public Records Act requests Publications Request a DFEH representative to attend and/or speak at your event or training Sexual Harassment Prevention Task Force FAQs Fair Employment and Housing Council FEH Council Rulemaking Actions Previous Meetings and Agendas
