DC Office of Human Rights
@DCHumanRights
The DC Office of Human Rights is the government agency working to eradicate discrimination in DC. *content tweeted is not necessarily an endorsement*
🔎Have questions about discrimination or want to learn how to file a complaint? Join @DCHumanRights for Office Hours next week at Anacostia Library! Stop by, get informed, and be empowered with knowledge. More office hours coming your way throughout the summer!🌞

🎉 @DCHumanRights is honored to lead a panel today to celebrate the 35th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) alongside @ODRDC, @DCMODDHH, and fellow advocates championing inclusion. We’re committed to continuing this vital work for accessibility for all!✨




🎥 Mark your calendar🗓️—National Night Out just two weeks away! On Tuesday, August 5, join us for a night of community, connection, and celebration. 📍 Find the event in your district here: mpdc.dc.gov/nno #NationalNightOut #PolicingWithPurpose #ServingWithCare
Thanks to everyone who joined @DCHumanRights office hours today at Anacostia Library!👏These sessions offer a chance to talk directly with our team and learn about discrimination and the complaint process. No registration needed - see you on July 29 at Northeast Library!✨



We’re celebrating 35 years of the Americans with Disabilities Act! Join ODR for a thought-provoking panel discussion.🗓️ July 22 | 📍 MLK Library | 🕓 Doors open at 3:30 PM To register: tinyurl.com/4vs7nmj9 #ADA35 #AccessibilityMatters #DCDisabilityRights
Join @DCHumanRights for 23 Protected Traits training tomorrow!🌟 Discover your rights under the DC Human Rights Act and learn how to file a complaint if you experience discrimination. Don’t miss out! 📆 Tomorrow, July 10 ⏰ 12 PM RSVP🔗 below👇🏻: bit.ly/23PT_Q4FY25
Celebrate 35 years of the ADA with community, conversation & change! 📍MLK Library | 🗓️ July 22 | 🕓 4 PM Let’s honor the past and push for the future. #ADA35 #DisabilityRights #ADAForward Please register here: tinyurl.com/4vs7nmj9
The Office of the Chief Technology Officer is pleased to invite residents to the AI Public Listening Session to help provide input on DC Government’s use of AI. 🗓️ Tuesday, July 15 🕕 6:00 - 8:00 PM 📍250 M Street SE RSVP ➡️ s.dc.gov/ai-public-list…
Join @DCHumanRights for 23 Protected Traits training! Discover your rights under the DC Human Rights Act and learn how to file a complaint if you experience discrimination. Don’t miss out and sign up today!🌟 📆 Thursday, July 10 ⏰ 12 PM Registration🔗 bit.ly/23PT_Q4FY25
Heads up DC! NWS issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for DC this evening (7/01). If you encounter any flooded roads, remember to turn around, don't drown! 🌧️ #ReadyDC
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect until 9 PM EDT for the District Of Columbia, DE, MD, NJ south-central/southeast PA, northern /central VA, eastern WV Panhandle, and adjacent coastal waters. The main hazard will be damaging wind. More info: spc.noaa.gov
Join #ORE for an opportunity to share your voice and engage with others as we together to work together to build a more fair and inclusive future for all residents! To RSVP, visit tinyurl.com/oreactionplan #Community #DistrictWideActionPlan
#ThisMonth at @DCHumanRights🤩: ☑️Highlighted our progress and priorities at the Budget Oversight Hearing ☑️Presented @MayorBowser's FY26 budget at an ANC meeting ☑️Connected with communities through #WorldPride ☑️Engaged residents through tabling and conversations




This week at PSJ ✅ OHR joined @USEEOC & @WHD_DOL at Anacostia Library, highlighting the 23 protected traits ✅ MORCA joined CSOSA’s Women’s Resource Fair, connecting returning citizens with vital services ✅ DMPSJ launched the Safe Commercial Corridors Grant Program RFA
#OHROutreach Today, @DCHumanRights joined @USEEOC & @WHD_DOL at Anacostia Library to meet with residents, highlighting the 23 protected traits in DC and how to file a complaint. These sessions empower our community with knowledge💪. More OHR outreach events coming this summer!



⚠️ Heat Alert⚠️ (6/22) Temps are expected to be over 104 degrees heat index. Stay hydrated, avoid outdoor activity, wear light clothes & check on elderly/kids. Visit Heat.dc.gov to find the nearest cooling center near you. For more updates follow AlertDC. #ReadyDC
Volunteer Opportunity! Saturday, July 28th 10AM kingmanisland.com/calendar/volun… Join DOEE staff to remove invasive plants near the entrance of Kingman + Heritage Islands and the Anacostia River Trail. DOEE will provide tools, gloves, and instruction. Please wear closed-toe shoes and…
@DCHumanRights Director Saunders joined ANC2G & community members last week to discuss @MayorBowser’s FY26 #GrowDC budget, boosting jobs, protecting services & growing DC’s economy without raising taxes. See how it impacts your Ward and our city!👉budget.dc.gov



⚠️Traffic Alert ⚠️ Heading into DC from Virginia? There are severe delays on the inbound Roosevelt and Key Bridges. Delay travel if you can or use @wmata service. Most road closures associated with the Army 250th Birthday parade are in effect. Visit nsse.dc.gov
Thank you to everyone who joined the @DCHumanRights hearing today!🌟 📺If you missed it or want to revisit any part of the conversation, you can rewatch it here: youtube.com/watch?v=thU1kG… 📰You can also read the full testimony at our website: ohr.dc.gov/release/ohr-fy…


📢 Join us for the @DCHumanRights Budget Oversight Hearing today! Want to know more about our vision and plans for the upcoming fiscal year? This is your chance to hear about our accomplishments and what’s ahead. 🔗Tune in live using the link below!
Tomorrow, Noon Budget Oversight Hearing - Office of LGBTQ Affairs @DCLGBTQ - Office of Veterans Affairs @dc_ova - Office of Religious Affairs @_MORADC - Office of Human Rights @DCHumanRights lims.dccouncil.gov/Hearings/heari…