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In 1945, New Jersey’s Law Against Discrimination became the first state-level civil rights statute in the country. The Division on Civil Rights is charged with enforcing this law, and with preventing and eliminating discrimination in the state of New Jersey.

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Under FCHA, housing providers generally cannot ask you about your criminal history on a housing apps. And even after you receive a conditional offer of housing, there are restrictions on what aspects of your criminal history they can consider. Visit: https://bit.ly/NJDCR-FCHA

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If you believe you have been treated differently, turned away, or given subpar medical care due to your age, race, religion, sexuality, gender identity/expression, or disability, contact us. 1-833-NJDCR4U | http://www.njcivilrights.gov | 711 Relay

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#ICYMI watch @civilrightsnj’s virtual program Mental Health in the Black Community: Recognition, Recovery, & Resilience. Click here to view: https://youtu.be/z6DzJXSfS-8

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DCR is hiring! See below for full-time employment opportunities. Careers - New Jersey Office of Attorney General (http://njoag.gov)

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“Just follow your gut.” But what happens when following your gut causes you to make unfair judgements & decisions about people? Learn more at our training, Understanding Implicit Bias, on 7/7. Register Here: https://conta.cc/3R37kcX

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#DYK July is BIPOC Mental Health Month
Observed each July, BIPOC Mental Health Month highlights the unique mental health challenges and needs of historically disenfranchised or oppressed racial and ethnic groups in the United States.
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Banks cannot discriminate If a lender refused you a loan, gave you worse terms even though you qualify, or discouraged you from applying for credit, DCR can help.
To find out more or to file a complaint, go to http://NJCivilRights.gov or call 1.833.NJDCR4U | 711 Relay

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#DYK that the Fair Chance in Housing Act went into effect January 1, 2022? It’s the first law of its kind in the country and ensures that people with past criminal histories have a fair shot at access to safe and affordable housing. Learn more at: https://bit.ly/NJDCR-FCHA

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If you feel that you are being harassed or discriminated against because of your sexual orientation or gender identity or expression, you can file a complaint at: http://www.NJCivilRights.gov | 833-DCR4U. 711 Relay | CommunityRelations@NJCivilRights.gov
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