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WHAT'S NEW?

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California Court Order Clears Path for Tesla Discrimination Case to Go to Trial

An Alameda County judge has rejected Tesla’s latest attempt to avoid accountability over claims of anti-Black harassment, discrimination, and retaliation.

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State Sues SoCal Landlord for Refusing Renter Using Veteran Assistance

In 2024, the California Civil Rights Department (CRD) got a complaint from a veteran who alleged an Inglewood apartment complex turned him away based on his use of a veteran housing voucher. As part of the lawsuit, CRD is seeking monetary damages for the veteran and changes to the property’s rental policies.

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UCSF to Audit Workplace Disability Policies After State Investigation

UCSF will pay $300,000 to resolve allegations that the university failed to take reasonable steps to address an employee’s request for disability accommodations.

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Small Business Week Spotlight: Welcoming In a More Inclusive California

CRD celebrated California's first round of small businesses that completed “Welcome In,” a first-of-its-kind pilot program that helps businesses protect customers and staff from discrimination.

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RESOURCE CORNER

New Factsheet!

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We've investigated hundreds of religious discrimination complaints in recent years at jobs across the state. That's why we've made a new factsheet to help you learn more about your rights at work. Below are some of the topics covered in this new resource.

Protections for Job Seekers

● What recruiters can or cannot ask applicants

● Considerations for job screening technology

Accommodation Requests

● Examples of accommodations

● How employers should handle requests

● Factors considered when approving or denying requests

Unlawful Treatment

● Examples of possible discrimination

● Retaliation

● How to file a complaint

Click below to learn more about religious discrimination at work, including related CRD settlements, trainings, and more!

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CIVIL RIGHTS SUMMIT

Advancing Solutions to Hate

Thank you to everyone who came to our first Civil Rights Summit! Whether you joined us in person or virtually, we hope you gained new tools to combat hate and inspiration to make a difference in your community.

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Musician and activist Hector Flores hugs California Civil Rights Department Director Kevin Kish on stage during the California Civil Rights Summit.

Favianna Rodriguez, Founder of the Center for Cultural Power speaks during a panel with Marlon Richardson, Executive Director of Hip Hop For Change, and Edreece Arghandiwal Founder of the Oakland Roots at the California Civil Rights Summit. The panel focused on media, sports, and pop culture’s role in ending hate.

If you weren't able to attend, click the link below to watch our recorded livestream of the event. There, you can watch perfomances and hear discussions from artists, activists, and community leaders who are working to help keep California a place where everyone belongs.

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UPCOMING EVENTS

Webinar: Disability Rights at Work

Virtual

Learn more about the civil rights of workers with disabilities. This training will explain how and when to disclose a disability at work, and how employers should respond to accommodation requests.

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Webinar: LGBTQ+ Rights for Californians

Virtual

Learn more about how California law protects the rights of people in the LGBTQ+ community. This training will cover name changes and pronouns, clothing and uniforms, bathrooms, healthcare services, and more!

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Webinar: Fair Housing Basics for Property Managers

Virtual

Learn more about California's fair housing laws at this training made for property managers in partnership with the Department of Real Estate. Topics include tenant harassment and discrimination, disability accommodations, and source of income.

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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!