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WHAT'S NEW?

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Key California LGBTQ+ Rights to Stay In Place After U.S. Supreme Court Order

The U.S. Supreme Court recently denied a request to review a decision in the department's Bakersfield bakery case, leaving civil rights protections in place for LGBTQ+ Californians.

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Civil Rights Department (CRD) Reminds Employers and Employees to Complete Sexual Harassment Prevention Training

The deadline to complete sexual harassment training is quickly approaching. State law requires workers to complete sexual harassment prevention training every two years.

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State Secures Settlement with San Bernardino Landlords After Fair Housing Lawsuit

CRD recently secured a settlement with San Bernardino landlords after the state filed a lawsuit claiming the landlords unlawfully refused to accept a tenant’s Section 8 voucher.

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THANKS FOR YOUR SUPPORT!

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As we reflect on 2025, we feel deep gratitude for the teamwork and partnerships that defined this year for CRD.

This year was met with uncertainty for many of the communities we serve, and marked an important chapter in our ongoing commitment to protect the rights of all Californians.

Our state's civil rights laws aren't going anywhere, and we're thankful for your support as we worked to empower Californians to exercise their rights.

Meeting You Where You Are

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From the farmers market to back to school night, this year we committed to reaching Californians in all aspects of their daily lives. To the nearly 40,000 people we met, thank you for taking and sharing our resources with your community.

This work included a tour across the state to support farmworkers, including at their jobsites. Our tour ended with a celebration near the U.S. Mexico border, where we joined other state agencies and organizations to share resources with about 3,000 farmworkers!

Enforcing Your Rights

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Our team secured about $14 million and counting in relief for Californians facing discrimination. From taking on major retailers to protecting homeowners and families facing domestic violence, your civil rights complaints made a difference. These settlements helped lead to lasting change for all Califorians.

Our staff also supported the Civil Rights Council in securing approval for new AI regulations to protect California job seekers from discrimination.

Behind the scenes, our team also developed an award winning program to help streamline our investigations, allowing us to better serve you in the new year.

Building Community Partnerships

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We also feel gratitude for the communities who stepped up to help protect each other in 2025.

Nearly 30 small businesses from across the state joined our new pilot program Welcome In, where they're learning ways to protect their customers and staff from discrimination.

This summer we also teamed up with the San Francisco Giants and Oakland Roots to share support services for Californians impacted by hate.

Our mission remains the same in 2026: to protect and enforce the civil rights of all Californians. Thank you for trusting us to help create a fairer and more inclusive California for all!

UPCOMING EVENTS

Webinar: Civil Rights at Work

Virtual

Learn more about how California's civil rights laws protect workers from discrimination. Topics covered in this free webinar include discrimination, harassment, and retaliation, as well as an overview of protections for people with criminal histories and people with disabilities.

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Webinar: Civil Rights for Workers Impacted by Violence or Human Trafficking

Virtual

Learn more about how California's civil rights laws protect workers impacted by violence or human trafficking. Topics in this free webinar include time off, work accommodations, and other protections offered to survivors and their families.

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Webinar: Disability Rights in Housing

Virtual

Learn more about how California's civil rights laws protect renters with disabilities. Topics in this free webinar include reasonable accommodations and modifications.

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We're adding new events weekly on our website. Click the link to check out our full calendar and find an event near you. Hope to see you soon!

WORK AT CRD

New Year, New Career!

Are you ready for a career change? Work for California! As the largest employer in the state, the State of California offers more than 600 career paths in more than 200 departments, including CRD. No matter where you are with your education or experience level, there's a job for you. From benefits to advancement opportunities, becoming a state employee can provide you with the employment security and growth you desire. Click here to find upcoming hiring events, workshops, and online tutorials to get started with the application process.

Key California LGBTQ+ Rights to Stay In Place After U.S. Supreme Court Order

Meeting You Where You Are

Enforcing Your Rights

Building Community Partnerships

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WORK AT CRD

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