Civil Rights

Submit a comment to help local governments optimize their efforts to promote affordable, fair, and integrated housing.

Today, the Equal Rights Center (ERC) and Sage Ventures (Sage) announced they have entered into a collaboration agreement to emphasize their joint commitment to protecting the rights of [...]

For some renters, it can be difficult to parse whether the Fair Housing Act and other housing laws apply to their living situation.

Halle joined the ERC in August and plunged into her role assisting DC-area residents facing possible housing discrimination.

Today, the Equal Rights Center and GREP Atlantic, LLC announced they have entered into a groundbreaking collaboration agreement in which Greystar will proactively address fair housing concerns [...]

One form of familial status discrimination involves restricting the number of individuals that can live in a home.

32 years ago today, the Americans with Disabilities Act was signed into law. Liz Stuewe and Marsha Mazz spoke about how the disability rights landscape has changed.

Liz joined the Equal Rights Center in April and we are thrilled to have her on board! We’re excited to introduce her to you through this conversation...

Individuals experiencing long Covid may qualify for protection under the Fair Housing Act.  

ERC’s investigation found evidence of potential racial disparities in Chipotle’s hiring practices which may disadvantage Black applicants for restaurant management positions.