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California Civil Rights Department (CRD) Sues Bay Area Restaurant for Not Paying Money Owed in Sexual Harassment Settlement


Despite agreeing to and signing a negotiated settlement, an Emeryville restaurant allegedly failed to meet its payment deadline and ignored notices for months. Now CRD is asking a judge to force the restaurant to meet its obligations to the former employee.


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SoCal Assisted Living Company to Change Policies on Accommodating Deaf Residents After Civil Rights Complaint


Undercover testing found 30 assisted living facilities allegedly failing to provide sign language interpretation. In addition to monetary compensation, the facilities will improve access to interpretation services and make other changes to help protect residents.


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Governor Newsom: California Continues to Lead the Fight Against Hate


During United Against Hate Week, Governor Gavin Newsom reminded Californians of resources available statewide to address hate. With reported hate crimes up across the country in recent years, California continues to lead by investing in cutting-edge programs to empower the state’s diverse communities and take a stand against hate and discrimination.


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NEW TRAINING
 

Supporting Victims of Hate Crimes
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Acts of hate don't just impact the person targeted, they harm whole communities. That is why it is important for us to help ensure those who report hate crimes get the support they need. We're grateful to be part of a new training that will help ensure law enforcement across California have the tools they need to better help people impacted by hate.


As part of the California Commission on the State of Hate's work to help improve law enforcement's response to hate, the Commission partnered with the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training and CA vs Hate to share the importance of building trust with communities. The video highlights CA vs Hate as a resource to help ensure victims get counseling, legal aid, and other kinds of support to rebuild their lives. Click the thumbnail above to watch the video!


This training is part of a new law in California that requires law enforcement agencies to adopt hate crime polices to document and better investigate hate crimes.
 

COMMUNITY FORUM
 

Inclusive Justice: Addressing Hate and Upholding Civil Rights for People with Disabilities

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Thank you to everyone who joined our first joint community forum in collaboration with the California Civil Rights Council and Commission on the State of Hate! Whether you attended in person or virtually via zoom, we hope you gained new insight on issues related to disability, hate, and civil rights. A recording of the forum is available on YouTube and check our website for details on upcoming meetings and forums.
 

UPCOMING EVENTS
 

Join Us at an Event Near You
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Our outreach team is so excited to celebrate the Sikh, Latino, and LGBTQ+ communities in the coming weeks! Join us in Palm Springs for the final stop of our CA vs Hate pride tour, Riverside County for Día de los Muertos, or the Yuba City Sikh parade. Click the images above to learn more about these events or read below to find more events.
 
 

OCT

25

The Intersection of Disability Rights & Fair Housing

Virtual

Join us for an interactive webinar designed to help give lawyers and housing professionals the knowledge they need to advocate effectively for rights of renters with disabilities. This event will cover fair housing laws and how to build a reasonable accommodations case.


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OCT

26

Veterans Stand Down

Santa Barbara County

CRD will offer civil rights resources at this event aimed at helping unhoused and at-risk veterans. Other services available include haircuts, medical, counseling, food, and veterinarian care.


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OCT

30

Union Halloween at the Vineyard Farmers Market

Fresno County

CRD will offer civil rights resources at this event alongside the weekly Vineyard Farmers Market. There will be candy, photos, and spooky fun for people of all ages.


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

WORK AT CRD
 

Spend More Time with Loved Ones This Holiday Season
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The holiday season is just around the corner. Join CRD and spend more time with friends and family! Enjoy 12 paid holidays, hybrid work, and flexible work options that prioritize work life balance. Learn more about working for the State of California here.

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