WHAT'S NEW?

California Civil Rights Department (CRD) Sues Landlord for Refusing Long-Time Tenant's Section 8 Voucher

The renter, who had lived in the complex for years, claims she was forced to move out after her landlord wouldn't let her start using a Housing Choice voucher (Section 8). In California, landlords can't refuse to accept housing assistance to help pay for rent. It doesn’t matter if you didn’t need it when you originally signed your lease!

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CRD Settlement Ends Homeless Shelter's Alleged Ban on Emotional Support Animals

Last year, a man filed a complaint with us alleging San Diego Rescue Mission unlawfully banned emotional support animals in its year-long rehousing program. California law requires housing providers to make reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities who have an emotional support animal that helps them manage their disability.

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CLOSING THE PAY GAP

New Data Shows Women & People of Color Still

Among State’s Lowest Paid Workers

California has some of the nation's strongest equal pay laws, but our new pay data shows more work needs to be done to close the gap.

Released on International Equal Pay Day, we collected data on more than 8 million workers as part of a state law to combat pay discrimination. Key findings & takeaways include:

Women made up the majority of lowest paid workers, earning $32,239 or less

Fewer than 1 in 20 Latinos, and 1 in 10 Black and Native American workers were in top-earning positions

Most non-binary workers were in the lowest salary range, earning $32,239 or less

Pay gaps like these can result in hundreds of thousands of dollars in lost wages over the course of a single person’s lifetime. This is why we're committed to taking action to investigate and directly combat pay discrimination. Click below to learn more!

Pay Data

UPCOMING EVENTS

Stand United Against Hate

CA vs Hate is proud to stand alongside cities, counties, and communities across California for United Against Hate Week (UAHW)!

UAHW is a week of action aimed at fostering community engagement to stop hate. We're kicking off UAHW with a press conference in Los Angeles on Friday, September 20. Click the link below to get involved and find a community event near you.

UAHW Events

Yuba/Sutter Fair Housing Summit

Yuba County

CRD will join other state and local agencies to help housing providers learn more about fair housing, language access, de-escalating conflict, community resources, and more. Light refreshments and lunch will be provided.

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Inclusive Justice: Addressing Hate and Upholding Civil Rights

for People with Disabilities

Alameda County

The California Civil Rights Council and the California Commission on

the State of Hate invite the people of California to come together for a joint community forum to learn and share insights related to disability, hate, and civil rights.

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57th Annual Native American Day Celebration

Sacramento County

Join us at the State Capitol to honor California's first peoples! Learn more about the history and diversity of California tribes including performances, food, art, and more. CA vs Hate will share posters and resources developed in partnership with tribal communities.

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TODEC's Festival Monarca

Riverside County

CRD will share civil rights resources at this event celebrating community service. Enjoy music, performances, traditional food, and art at this free family event.

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Want to see more events?

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

Get Help Finding a State Job!

From benefits to advancement opportunities, becoming a state employee can provide you with the employment security and growth you desire. Got questions about how to apply? Work for California has launched a series of videos covering how to search for jobs, take qualification exams, and fill out an application.

New Data Shows Women & People of Color Still

Among State’s Lowest Paid Workers

Stand United Against Hate

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