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 Local Testing Is Our Best Defense Against Housing Discrimination Right Now
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By Equal Rights Center
In Behind the Scenes, Uncategorized
Posted September 26, 2025

Local Testing Is Our Best Defense Against Housing Discrimination Right Now

Despite waning federal support for fair housing, local jurisdictions in the region have held firm, continuing their testing contracts with the ERC.

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 Civil Rights Group ERC Alleges Luxury D.C. Apartments Discriminated Against Applicants with Housing Vouchers, Past Criminal History, Evictions
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By Equal Rights Center
In Civil Rights, Fair Housing, Press Release, Uncategorized
Posted August 20, 2025

Civil Rights Group ERC Alleges Luxury D.C. Apartments Discriminated Against Applicants with Housing Vouchers, Past Criminal History, Evictions

"Our investigation shows that renters with vouchers, outdated evictions, and irrelevant criminal records are being discriminated against at buildings in D.C.’s fastest-growing neighborhoods."

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 DC Deserves Respect, Protection, and Autonomy
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By Equal Rights Center
In Behind the Scenes, Uncategorized
Posted August 15, 2025

DC Deserves Respect, Protection, and Autonomy

The Washington, DC described by President Trump this week is unrecognizable—and his dangerous rhetoric demands a response.

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 Equal Rights Center Wins Key Ruling in Fight Against Meta’s Alleged Discriminatory Ad Delivery Practices
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By Equal Rights Center
In Civil Rights, Press Release, Public Accommodations, Uncategorized
Posted July 30, 2025

Equal Rights Center Wins Key Ruling in Fight Against Meta’s Alleged Discriminatory Ad Delivery Practices

“Today’s ruling is an important step forward in the fight against discriminatory practices in algorithmic advertising.”

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 On the ADA’s 35th Anniversary, Inaccessible Housing Remains a Profound Barrier for People with Disabilities
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By Equal Rights Center
In Accessibility, Civil Rights, Fair Housing, Uncategorized
Posted July 17, 2025

On the ADA’s 35th Anniversary, Inaccessible Housing Remains a Profound Barrier for People with Disabilities

People with disabilities face two main types of barriers when attempting to access housing: physical barriers and policy barriers.

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 Where The Grass Is Greener: Disparities in Access to Parks and Trees
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By Equal Rights Center
In Civil Rights, Fair Housing, Uncategorized
Posted June 24, 2025

Where The Grass Is Greener: Disparities in Access to Parks and Trees

One thing the hottest neighborhoods in D.C.—and in cities across America—have in common is a lack of green spaces.

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 Honoring Juneteenth: A Legacy of Freedom and a Lesson for Today
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By Equal Rights Center
In Behind the Scenes, Uncategorized
Posted June 19, 2025

Honoring Juneteenth: A Legacy of Freedom and a Lesson for Today

Juneteenth represents not only a historic moment of delayed emancipation but serves as a reminder that even in the direst, most uncertain circumstances, joy and celebration are necessary.

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 Equal Rights Center Sues NoMa Apartment Building Alleging Discrimination and False Advertising
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By Equal Rights Center
In Civil Rights, Fair Housing, Press Release, Uncategorized
Posted June 5, 2025

Equal Rights Center Sues NoMa Apartment Building Alleging Discrimination and False Advertising

The complaint alleges that the owners of AVA NoMA violated DC’s consumer protection and anti-discrimination laws by discouraging voucher holders from applying and preventing them from being [...]

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 A Guide to Payment Standards, Rent Reasonableness, and More for D.C. Voucher Holders
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By Equal Rights Center
In Civil Rights, Fair Housing, Uncategorized
Posted May 22, 2025

A Guide to Payment Standards, Rent Reasonableness, and More for D.C. Voucher Holders

This resource is designed for voucher holders seeking information about affordability notices, payment standards, and the rent reasonableness process.

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 DCHA’s Rent Reasonableness Process Restricts Housing Choice for Voucher Holders
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By Equal Rights Center
In Civil Rights, Fair Housing, Uncategorized
Posted May 22, 2025

DCHA’s Rent Reasonableness Process Restricts Housing Choice for Voucher Holders

DCHA’s rent reasonableness assessments have caused confusion for voucher holders and, in many cases, unjustifiably restricted their housing options.

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