Events/Workshops

Commission Associate Human Rights Specialist Ryan DuBois speaking at our "Elevating Youth Voices and Human Rights Through Art" event, February 2020 (Photo Credit: Afrikanspot LLC)

The NYC Commission on Human Rights combats discrimination and fights to ensure that everyone can live in, work in, or visit New York City free from discrimination and harassment. The Commission regularly hosts and participates in events in all five boroughs of New York City.

Upcoming Community Events

Rights Here. Right Now.

Tune in to WHCR 90.3 FM on the last Monday of every month at 2:00pm for CCHR's radio show Rights Here. Right Now. Commission staff discusses different facets of the city's Human Rights Law live on the air and answers questions New Yorkers have about discrimination in the workplace, housing spaces, and public spaces.

Commission Trainings and Workshops

The Commission provides free workshops to educate New Yorkers about their rights and obligations under the law. Check out our full list of workshops and trainings and what they cover. Many Commission workshops are offered virtually. Organizations and individuals can sign up, and registration is required.

** To take CCHR's upcoming Human Rights Law and Discrimination in Housing Overview (virtual only), sign up here. 

• Wednesday, November 19, 2025, 3:00 pm
  

For all other trainings listed below, email crb@cchr.nyc.gov with your preferred date(s) to register and receive a link to participate.

To request a different training or workshop, schedule a specific time for your organization, or to learn more about the offerings, please email crb@cchr.nyc.gov.

Human Rights Law Overview (Housing, Employment and Public Places) (virtual)  

• Tuesday, October 7, 2025, 10:00 am 
• Wednesday, October 22, 2025, 10:00 am 
• Wednesday, November 12, 2025, 10:00 am
• Wednesday, November 12, 2025, 11:30 am (Spanish)
• Wednesday, November 12, 2025, 2:00 pm 
• Saturday, November 15, 2025, 12:00 pm 
• Tuesday, December 2, 2025, 10:00 am 
• Wednesday, December 24, 2025,10:00 am 

For NYCEM credit: City Human Rights Law and Discrimination in Housing (in-person only)

This course offers a brief introduction of the NYC Human Rights Law and addresses in detail specific protections, especially lawful source of income discrimination and protections for people with disabilities. It ends with providing information on potential consequences when the law is violated and offers best practices for brokers.

CE Credits: 1.5 for real estate salesperson or broker for real estate license continuing education credit (NYCEM).

Location: Spector Hall at 22 Reade Street, New York, NY 10007

• Wednesday, October 22, 2025, 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

The City Human Rights Law: Anti-Black Racism, Race, and Color Discrimination (virtual)

• Wednesday, November 19,2025, 11:00 am

The City Human Rights Law: Protections Against Gender Identity and Gender Expression Discrimination (virtual)

• Tuesday, November 25, 2025, 11:00 am

Understanding Jewish Experiences and Antisemitism (virtual)

• Tuesday, November 18, 2025, 11:00 am

Understanding Muslim Experiences and Combating Anti-Muslim Bias (virtual)

• Thursday, December 18, 2025, 10:00 am

Human Rights Law and Protections in Employment: The Fair Chance Act and Credit History Discrimination (virtual)

• Tuesday, December 9, 2025, 11:00 am

The City Human Rights Law: Protections Against Housing Discrimination Based on Criminal Records (virtual)

• Tuesday, October 21, 2025, 11:30 am
• Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 10:00 am

The City Human Rights Law: Protections Against National Origin, Citizenship and Immigration Status Discrimination (virtual)

• Wednesday, December 10, 2025, 10:30 am