New Jersey Division on Civil Rights

05/28/2026

For most Americans, your home is your single most important financial asset. But undervaluation of your home can reduce wealth and harm entire communities, especially communities of color.
To learn more visit https://bit.ly/DCR-Home-Appraisal-Discrimination.

05/27/2026

Happy Mental Health Awareness Month! As we close out the month, take a moment to watch our 2024 webinar, “Addressing the Intersectionality Between Historical Trauma and Mental Health in the Black Community”:

Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.

05/26/2026

As part of our Voter Protection Initiative, we’re reminding voters of their rights during the primary election.

If you believe you were incorrectly denied a ballot, you can ask poll workers for a remote hearing before a judge to determine whether you’re eligible to vote.

You can also report to us through our online portal (http://bias.njcivilrights.gov), or you can call the NJ Voter Assistance line at 1-877-NJVOTER.

The right to vote is sacred, and we’re committed to protecting it.

05/22/2026

Those deserving recognition this AAPI Heritage Month are many NJ public employees, including Sundeep Iyer, Executive Assistant Attorney General & former DCR Director, who has helped advance civil rights in NJ and beyond.

05/21/2026

Postpartum depression is a pregnancy-related condition under the LAD. This means that you can ask your employer for flexibility to attend therapy or support groups. Learn more about your rights in our new fact sheet. https://www.njoag.gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Postpartum-Workplace-Accommodations.pdf

05/19/2026

This Jewish American Heritage Month, we’re highlighting Sarah Blaine for her advocacy and commitment to civil rights. Through her leadership with the Religious Action Center of Reform Judaism NJ, she continues to advance and protect civil rights across the state.

05/18/2026

Hate has no place in New Jersey. If you experience or witness bias or hate in our state, speak up.

📞 Call: 1-800-277-BIAS (2427)
🌐 Online portal: http://bias.njcivilrights.gov

More info & resources: http://NoHateNJ.gov

05/14/2026

As the school year winds down, learn strategies to prevent bias and foster safe, inclusive learning environments for all students by reviewing our guidance on addressing bias in K-12 schools, published with New Jersey Department of Education: http://bit.ly/AddressingBiasK-12

05/12/2026

Pregnancy discrimination denies pregnant workers a fair chance to earn a living and makes it harder for NJ families to afford their lives.

We’re taking action against three NJ employers who violated the law by discriminating based on pregnancy.

www.njoag.gov/attorney-general-davenport-and-division-on-civil-rights-announce-enforcement-actions-alleging-pregnancy-discrimination/

05/12/2026

If you have experienced discrimination or bias-based harassment, we’re here to help.

You can file a complaint online at: http://bias.njcivilrights.gov. For language assistance, contact: [email protected].