In California, we protect our communities in need. It doesn't matter who you are. If you're impacted by the Los Angeles wildfires, you have the right to access shelter and services without discrimination. Below are some key rights for Californians affected by recent wildfires. | |
Emergency shelters, temporary accommodations, and other providers can’t refuse to house you or treat you differently because of who you are, including your immigration status, gender identity, disability, and other protected characteristics. You are also protected from discrimination when renting a home or apartment. | |
Businesses must generally ensure equal access to goods and services regardless of someone’s gender identity, primary language, immigration status, race, religion, and other protected characteristics, even after a disaster. This means they cannot change how they provide services, the prices they charge, or who they allow to use their services in order to discriminate. | |
You have the right to leave work or not report for your shift if your job is unsafe during an emergency situation. This also includes leaving work to pick up children from a K-12 school or find childcare. Some workers can also take time off after the death of a family member, or care for themselves or someone else facing a serious health condition after a disaster. | |
We created a new guide on our website to help Californians learn more about these rights and find other resources. We're committed to supporting our friends, neighbors, and communities in every way we can. Click the link below to learn more and share this resource with your community! | |
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Tehachapi Dispatcher to Receive $54K After Alleged Retaliation for Reporting Workplace Harassment
According to a complaint filed with the California Civil Rights Department (CRD), the dispatcher faced backlash at work after reporting comments against women and the LGBTQ+ community.
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Water District to Pay $160K and Change Policies After Harassment, Discrimination Claims
According to a complaint filed with CRD, workers were often harassed verbally and physically, including through the use of slurs to attack people of Mexican descent. When a worker tried to report the alleged harassment, supervisors allegedly downplayed the claims and fired the employee.
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