Welcome to the Department of Fair Employment and Housing
Governor Schwarzenegger Phyllis W. Cheng

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Mission Statement - The mission of the Department of Fair Employment and Housing is to protect Californians from employment, housing and public accomodation discrimination, and hate violence.
Governor's Fair Employment and Housing Act Month in California Proclamation

Governor Schwarzenegger

Proclaims January 2009

“Fair Employment and Housing Act Month in California"

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2009 Civil Rights Year - an invitation to collaborate
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Calendar of Events/Civil Rights Moments:

Jan    Feb    Mar


Online Appointment System
Now you can schedule your appointment online anytime day or night for an interview at the nearest DFEH district office to file a complaint about job-related discrimination or harassment.
(Or you can make an appointment by telephone during regular business hours Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., by calling 1-800-884-1684 (within California) or 1-916-478-7200 (outside California)…or TTY 1-800-700-2320.)

Online Right-to-Sue (RTS)
Persons represented by counsel, who wish to proceed directly to court on employment discrimination, harassment, and retaliation complaints, can now request a right-to-sue letter online.

DFEH - Equal Rights 101
A cooperative effort between DFEH & EEOC to educate the youth population regarding their rights to be free from discrimination in employment.

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EEO Update - To view presentation click on the image
California's Civil Rights Agency - To view presentation click on the image.