NYS Division of Human Rights

As the first state to enact a human rights law, we made a promise to fight bias, stand for justice, and build a New York where everyone feels welcome.? #WeAllBelongHere #Celebrating80Years

This past weekend, DHR attended the 2025 SOMOS Conference: "Justice in Action"! Commissioner Denise M. Miranda, Esq. and Chief of Staff Belkis Alonso-Ortiz participated, engaging with advocates and community leaders to advance equity throughout New York State. We were proud to be able to participate at this impactful event and connect with changemakers working toward justice! #WeAllBelongHere

Yesterday Commissioner Denise M. Miranda, Esq. and Deputy Commissioner of Investigations Daniella Jackson engaged with over 80 members of the Westchester Black Women's Political Caucus, Inc. and presented Governor Kathy Hochul’s SOTS highlighting the governors priorities for Westchester families. Proud to be doing this great work and connecting with the communities of New York! #WeAllBelongHere

On #InternationalWomensDay, we celebrate the incredible women of New York State who have shaped history and continue to lead the way. From activists to judges, trailblazers to visionaries—these women have paved the path for progress.

Today, DHR’s General Counsel, Melissa Franco, presented at the City Bar Employment Law Institute CLE program highlighting our agency’s mission and the impact of the human rights law in New York. A great discussion on advancing justice and protecting rights! #WeAllBelongHere

DHR hit the road last night and headed to the Westchester Rockland Guardians Association, Inc. where Acting Commissioner Denise M. Miranda, Esq. shared Governor Kathy Hochul’s 2025 State of the State plans to make New York more affordable-- slashing middle class taxes, inflation refund checks, expanded child tax credit, increasing affordable housing and so much more! #WeAllBelongHere

Did You Know? New Yorkers speak more than 800 languages. To make sure all New Yorkers can access government services and benefits, in 2022 Governor Kathy Hochul signed New York State’s language access policy into law and created the state’s Office of Language Access. For more information about your Language Access Rights visit: https://lnkd.in/gdKT9fYx #WeAllBelongHere #LanguageAccess

Yesterday, Acting Commissioner Denise M. Miranda, Esq. highlighted Governor Kathy Hochul’s 2025 State of the State blueprint for a more prosperous New York. It includes over 200 initiatives that will put money back in New Yorkers pockets, keep us safe, and ensure NYS’s future is a place where all families can thrive! #WeAllBelongHere

Acting Commissioner Denise M. Miranda, Esq. and Chief of Staff Belkis Alonso-Ortiz welcomed students from St. John's School of Law as part of the school’s Pro Bono Service Week. The students will learn more about how the Division works to enforce the State Human Rights Law and protect New Yorkers from discrimination.

If you or someone you know lost their federal job, New York is hiring! Good jobs, real benefits, and a state that values your contributions. Click the link to view DHR's current job postings: https://ow.ly/X7aC50VaxGt