News from the Washington State Human Rights Commissions

WSHRC accepting complaints regarding assistance animals in housing

Friday, January 25, 2019

As of January 1, 2019, the WSHRC is accepting complaints regarding assistance animals in housing.

The discrimination must have occurred January 1, 2019 or after.

Call 1-800- 233-3247 for questions about the change in the law.

New: Hate and Bias Crimes in Housing

Friday, January 4, 2019

Visit: Hate & Bias Crimes in Housing

Sexual Harassment

Friday, December 21, 2018

Sexual Harassment

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Radio Interview

Friday, March 23, 2018

https://noahyourrights.com/past-shows/

(Noah references this as Episode 18, but it is Episode #19)

Episode #19 (5/8/18):

The Human Rights Commission would like to acknowledge all of those individuals who have come forward or shared their stories about their experiences with sexual assault and sexual harassment through social media’s #MeToo campaign.

We would like to remind you that if you believe that you have experienced sexual harassment at your workplace, your employer has failed to take prompt and remedial action, and the harassment has occurred within the last six months, the... more

Statement from the WSHRC regarding Charlottesville, VA

Monday, August 14, 2017

The Washington State Human Rights Commission works to ensure that everyone has the right to be free from discrimination. The events in Charlottesville, VA are tragic and a reminder that there is still much that needs to be done to educate and eradicate the prejudices that perpetuate hate and bigotry in this country. It is unconscionable and unacceptable that in this day and age our country has not learned from the long and arduous history of oppression and racism.

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Transgender individuals who serve or would like to serve

Thursday, July 27, 2017

Transgender individuals who serve or would like to serve in the US Military are no less capable or dedicated to the job of serving our country.

The latest statement from... more

False Document being Circulated

Tuesday, June 13, 2017

We recently learned that eight of the attached flyers were found at the Seattle Mariners Stadium, that state they are a legal notice from the Washington State Human Rights Commission (WSHRC). However, these flyers are NOT from the WSHRC and the information they contain is false. If you see this flyer please report its location to our comment section.

Statement on Oregon Murders

Wednesday, May 31, 2017

We at the Human Rights Commission are shocked and deeply saddened by last week’s stabbings in Portland, Oregon that left two persons dead and one seriously injured. We wish to recognize the bravery of Taliesin Myrddin Namkai Meche and Ricky John Best, who died, and Micah David-Cole Fletcher who, thankfully, has been released from the hospital. These men stepped forward to protect two young women who were being verbally assaulted in an apparent act of hate. Their courage and selflessness exemplify the best of humanity. Mr. Namkai Meche’s last words should resonate with us all: “I want everyone on the train to know I love them.” Our thoughts are with their families.

Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network Hotline

Tuesday, May 9, 2017

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