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WHAT'S NEW?

State Reaches Settlement with Private Healthcare College Over Alleged Violations of Fair Chance Act

In 2023, the California Civil Rights Department (CRD) received a complaint against American Career College alleging that the college unlawfully revoked an instructor's job offer because of their past criminal history. In addition to compensation for the complainant, the college will take action to protect the rights of future job applicants.

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NorCal Property Management Company to Pay $46k After Trying to Evict Family Facing Domestic Violence

According to a complaint filed with CRD, a woman and her children were unlawfully served an eviction notice after she called police to report domestic violence. After the state stepped in, Vertus Properties will review and update its policies to ensure the rights of victims of domestic violence are protected.

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Civil Rights Council Secures Approval for Regulations to Protect Against Employment Discrimination Related to Artificial Intelligence

The newly approved regulations provide increased clarity on how existing antidiscrimination laws apply to the use of artificial intelligence in employment decisions.

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RESOURCE CORNER

Support for People Impacted by Violence

Hands holding in support with the words Survivors of Violence and Family Members of Victims Right to Leave and Acoomodations.

Did you know workers impacted by violence have the right to take time off and get work accommodations for their safety? Below are some of the recently expanded protections for workers facing domestic violence, stalking, assault, or other types of violence.

Protected Work Leave

Workers can take time off in order to:

• Comply with court orders

• File restraining orders

• Leave a dangerous situation

• Get services or help from family

• Participate in safety training

• Get medical treatment

Work Accommodations

Employees can request changes at work for their safety such as:

• Schedule adjustments

• Installing new locks

• Transfer or reassignment

• Changing employee phone number

These rights also protect workers trying to help family impacted by violence. We’ve created a new guide to help survivors and their families learn more about their rights. It includes information about these protections, plus other resources for people impacted by violence like wage replacement, paid family leave, and state disability insurance.

Resources for Victims of Violence

35 YEARS OF THE ADA

Celebrating Disability Rights

President George H.W. Bush signing the Americans with Disabilities Act on July 26 1990.

This week in 1990, President George H. W. Bush signed the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), banning discrimination based on disability.

The ADA was the world's first comprehensive civil rights law for people with disabilities, ensuring everyone has equal access in various areas of public life, including employment, transportation, public accommodations, and state and local government services.

Today, CRD is proud to help enforce protections like these for all Californians! Check out some of our disability rights resources to learn more about your rights, and how you can report discrimination.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Protecting All Californians From Hate

CARE Community Bridges Annual Hate Crime Report. Wednesday July 30th at 1 pm.

Learn about the latest hate crime trends and findings with the California Department of Justice. Presentations include data on the most common types of hate crimes, broken down by protected class, city, and county. There will also be information on resources to support people impacted by hate, including CA vs Hate.

Military, Veteran & First Responder Appreciation Day

Sacramento

Join CRD at the California State Fair! CRD will offer resources on veterans' rights at work, in housing, and at businesses.

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Community Health & Resource Fair & Back 2 School Backpack Giveaway

Merced

CRD will share civil rights resources at this event aimed at preparing students and families for the new school year. There will also be health screenings, games, and free meals.

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Student Housing Rights

Webinar

Headed back to college? Know your housing rights on campus! Learn about civil rights protections for students, including accommodations for students with disabilities.

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Want to see more events?

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

Increasing Access to State Jobs

The Limited Examination and Appointment Program (LEAP) is designed to help Californians with disabilities get jobs with the state. Instead of taking the traditional state civil service exam, you can show your knowledge and skills for a position through on-the-job testing. Learn more about LEAP on the CalHR LEAP page and click the video above for steps on how to begin the LEAP process.