News from the Washington State Human Rights Commission
Our offices will close today at noon to support the well-being of our staff during this time of year.
Wednesday, November 26, 2025All offices of the Washington State Human Rights Commission will close at noon on 11/26/2025. Our offices will remain closed for the Thanksgiving holiday. Our offices will reopen on 12/1/2025.
Information for Individuals Who Filed Non-Housing Complaints with the EEOC
Wednesday, November 5, 2025If you previously filed a non-housing discrimination complaint with the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and would like the Washington State Human Rights Commission (WSHRC) to continue the investigation, please be aware of the following:
Because your complaint was initially filed with the EEOC, WSHRC closed its duplicate file to avoid duplication of effort and conserve state resources. The EEOC has already begun investigating your complaint, and it is the appropriate agency to continue that work.
At this time, WSHRC cannot reopen or assume investigations that are already in progress with the EEOC.
The EEOC has indicated that, during the federal government shutdown, charging parties will not lose their right to pursue discrimination complaints. Once federal operations resume, you can reasonably expect the EEOC to continue processing your case.
For the most current updates, please visit: www.eeoc.gov
Holiday Hours 2025
Wednesday, May 7, 2025Due to state holidays, the offices of the Washington State Human Rights Commission will be closed on these days:
- Monday, May 26: Memorial Day
- Thursday, June 19: Juneteenth
- Friday, July 4: Independence Day
- Monday, September 1: Labor Day
- Tuesday, November 11: Veteran's Day
- Thursday, November 27: Thanksgiving Day
- Friday, November 28: Native American Heritage Day
- Thursday, December 25: Christmas Day
Exciting Update: Improving Services for Washington Residents
Monday, January 27, 2025The Washington State Human Rights Commission is thrilled to announce that as of today, our new online case management system is officially live!
This new system represents a significant advancement in our ability to serve the public. It is designed to streamline our processes, enhance efficiency, and improve how we support complainants, their representatives, and respondents throughout the case management journey.
To help ensure a smooth transition, our updated website now includes comprehensive instructions on how to navigate the new system. Additionally, we’ve provided a Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) section to address common inquiries and help users make the most of the platform.
We are committed to improving access to justice and are excited about how this new system will empower residents across Washington State... more
Exciting Update: Improving Services for Washington Residents
Monday, December 23, 2024Dear Washington Residents,
We’re excited to share some important news about the ongoing improvements to the services we provide. Over the past several months, our team has been working hard on overhauling our case management system, with the goal of making our processes more efficient, user-friendly, and responsive to your needs. Thanks to the dedication and collaboration of our staff, we are now in the final stages of this transformation, and we’re looking forward to launching a system that will help us better serve you.
As part of this effort, our team has been collaborating with technology experts and conducting thorough testing to identify and resolve any issues. With all critical issues now resolved, we are focusing on finalizing training for our staff and preparing for the full rollout of the new system. Once this new system has been readied to go live in this new year, we will provide an update.
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Statement from Executive Director Andreta Armstrong
Tuesday, September 10, 2024Dear Community,
We are pleased to share some exciting news from the Washington State Human Rights Commission. Thanks to the dedication and hard work of our entire team, we are reaching a significant milestone with the development of our new online case management system.
This new system represents a major advancement in our ability to serve you. It’s designed to streamline our processes and improve how we support complainants, their representatives, and respondents. We are currently finalizing preparations for staff training and testing, and we plan to launch our updated website in mid-October. This will include comprehensive instructions and a Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) section to facilitate a smooth transition and ensure effective use of the new platform.
We believe this upgrade will enhance our services and make our interactions with you more efficient and effective. We look forward to sharing more details as we approach the launch.... more
Human Rights Commission Dinner in Spokane
Monday, August 5, 2024 "On June 4, the Washington State Human Rights Commission’s office leadership visited Spokane and had a gathering with various individuals, including Spokane city officials, members of the Police Ombuds, members of the city’s Human Rights Commission, Spokane NAACP and other distinguished guests."Reporting from Natasha Hill at The Black Lens
