Fair Housing Justice Center
@fairhousingnyc.bsky.social
Fighting housing discrimination in the New York region.
https://fairhousingjustice.org/
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https://fairhousingjustice.org/
Instagram/Facebook: @fairhousingnyc
TikTok: @fairhousingjustice
LinkTree: linktr.ee/fairhousingjustice
¡Noviembre es el Mes de la Herencia Nativa Americana! Este mes honramos la resiliencia, la alegría y el legado cultural de las comunidades indígenas.
Celebramos las culturas que han dado forma a esta tierra, y nos comprometemos a elevar las voces nativas.
Celebramos las culturas que han dado forma a esta tierra, y nos comprometemos a elevar las voces nativas.
November 25, 2025 at 6:55 PM
¡Noviembre es el Mes de la Herencia Nativa Americana! Este mes honramos la resiliencia, la alegría y el legado cultural de las comunidades indígenas.
Celebramos las culturas que han dado forma a esta tierra, y nos comprometemos a elevar las voces nativas.
Celebramos las culturas que han dado forma a esta tierra, y nos comprometemos a elevar las voces nativas.
November is Native American Heritage Month. This month we honor the resiliency, joy, and cultural legacies of Indigenous communities. We celebrate cultures that have, and continue to, shape this land and we commit to uplift Native voices.
November 25, 2025 at 6:54 PM
November is Native American Heritage Month. This month we honor the resiliency, joy, and cultural legacies of Indigenous communities. We celebrate cultures that have, and continue to, shape this land and we commit to uplift Native voices.
Did you know co-op boards can reject applicants without stating a reason? (“Oh, but it’s not discrimination. Just trust us.”) How is that still legal? JOIN US Tuesday December 2 in support of Intro 407, a bill that would finally – FINALLY – end secrecy in co-op rejections See you there! #fairhousing
November 21, 2025 at 4:27 PM
Did you know co-op boards can reject applicants without stating a reason? (“Oh, but it’s not discrimination. Just trust us.”) How is that still legal? JOIN US Tuesday December 2 in support of Intro 407, a bill that would finally – FINALLY – end secrecy in co-op rejections See you there! #fairhousing
People with conviction records have new housing protections in NYC! The law is brand new, and its limitations are specific and can be complex. Contact us if you think you’re experiencing housing discrimination at report@fairhousingjustice.org
Sources: Fair Chance for Housing, NYC Gov Factsheet
Sources: Fair Chance for Housing, NYC Gov Factsheet
November 18, 2025 at 9:46 PM
People with conviction records have new housing protections in NYC! The law is brand new, and its limitations are specific and can be complex. Contact us if you think you’re experiencing housing discrimination at report@fairhousingjustice.org
Sources: Fair Chance for Housing, NYC Gov Factsheet
Sources: Fair Chance for Housing, NYC Gov Factsheet
If you are a tenant with a disability seeking a reasonable accommodation/modification, a letter from your medical provider can be critical in explaining the nature of your disability, its impact on your life activities, and why your request is necessary #renter #housing #modification #nyc
November 17, 2025 at 4:36 PM
If you are a tenant with a disability seeking a reasonable accommodation/modification, a letter from your medical provider can be critical in explaining the nature of your disability, its impact on your life activities, and why your request is necessary #renter #housing #modification #nyc
People with disabilities who rely on emotional support animals (ESAs) to assist them are protected against housing discrimination. If you think you are experiencing any form of housing discrimination, contact the FHJC.
#housing #esa #disability #ny #nyc
#housing #esa #disability #ny #nyc
October 31, 2025 at 3:06 PM
People with disabilities who rely on emotional support animals (ESAs) to assist them are protected against housing discrimination. If you think you are experiencing any form of housing discrimination, contact the FHJC.
#housing #esa #disability #ny #nyc
#housing #esa #disability #ny #nyc
“Fair housing is under attack from the same Federal agency responsible for enforcing fair housing laws and rooting out discrimination.” Read about the latest HUD cuts – and how NYS, by contrast, is STRENGTHENING its fair housing commitment – in our latest Opening Acts newsletter.
bit.ly/HUDcutsOA
bit.ly/HUDcutsOA
October 23, 2025 at 6:05 PM
“Fair housing is under attack from the same Federal agency responsible for enforcing fair housing laws and rooting out discrimination.” Read about the latest HUD cuts – and how NYS, by contrast, is STRENGTHENING its fair housing commitment – in our latest Opening Acts newsletter.
bit.ly/HUDcutsOA
bit.ly/HUDcutsOA
When engaging in any residential real estate-related transaction you are protected against discrimination under fair housing and human rights laws. This means banks and other lenders or creditors may not discriminate against you based on any #protectedcharacteristic. #fairhousing #nyc #ny #housing
October 16, 2025 at 7:23 PM
When engaging in any residential real estate-related transaction you are protected against discrimination under fair housing and human rights laws. This means banks and other lenders or creditors may not discriminate against you based on any #protectedcharacteristic. #fairhousing #nyc #ny #housing
More about about your rights in the shelter system as it relates to disability. (See our earlier post!)
September 25, 2025 at 3:03 PM
More about about your rights in the shelter system as it relates to disability. (See our earlier post!)
You have rights in shelter. Swipe through to learn about your rights in the shelter system as it relates to disability. Thank you to @legalaidnyc for a lot of the information included in the post! #dhs #shelter #wheelchair #homelessshelter #homelessness
September 25, 2025 at 3:02 PM
You have rights in shelter. Swipe through to learn about your rights in the shelter system as it relates to disability. Thank you to @legalaidnyc for a lot of the information included in the post! #dhs #shelter #wheelchair #homelessshelter #homelessness
¡Usted tiene derechos en refugios!
Para obtener más información sobre modificaciones razonables, consulte nuestro post de Julio de 2024.
#dhs #refugio #nyc #vivienda #modificaciones #discapacidad
Para obtener más información sobre modificaciones razonables, consulte nuestro post de Julio de 2024.
#dhs #refugio #nyc #vivienda #modificaciones #discapacidad
September 23, 2025 at 4:21 PM
¡Usted tiene derechos en refugios!
Para obtener más información sobre modificaciones razonables, consulte nuestro post de Julio de 2024.
#dhs #refugio #nyc #vivienda #modificaciones #discapacidad
Para obtener más información sobre modificaciones razonables, consulte nuestro post de Julio de 2024.
#dhs #refugio #nyc #vivienda #modificaciones #discapacidad
¡Usted tiene derechos en refugios!
Deslice para obtener más información sobre sus derechos, incluyendo las modificaciones razonables a las que tiene derecho en un refugio del Departamento de Servicios para Personas sin Hogar (“DHS”). ¡Gracias al @legalaidnyc.bsky.social por la información!
Deslice para obtener más información sobre sus derechos, incluyendo las modificaciones razonables a las que tiene derecho en un refugio del Departamento de Servicios para Personas sin Hogar (“DHS”). ¡Gracias al @legalaidnyc.bsky.social por la información!
September 23, 2025 at 4:18 PM
¡Usted tiene derechos en refugios!
Deslice para obtener más información sobre sus derechos, incluyendo las modificaciones razonables a las que tiene derecho en un refugio del Departamento de Servicios para Personas sin Hogar (“DHS”). ¡Gracias al @legalaidnyc.bsky.social por la información!
Deslice para obtener más información sobre sus derechos, incluyendo las modificaciones razonables a las que tiene derecho en un refugio del Departamento de Servicios para Personas sin Hogar (“DHS”). ¡Gracias al @legalaidnyc.bsky.social por la información!
This Hispanic and Latinx Heritage Month, we celebrate the cultures, legacies, and joy of Hispanic and Latinx communities in the US. While we uplift their contributions, we also recognize that the fight for equality is ongoing--particularly in housing.
September 16, 2025 at 2:23 PM
This Hispanic and Latinx Heritage Month, we celebrate the cultures, legacies, and joy of Hispanic and Latinx communities in the US. While we uplift their contributions, we also recognize that the fight for equality is ongoing--particularly in housing.
Este Mes de la Herencia Hispana y Latine, celebramos las culturas, legados y alegría de las comunidades hispanas y latinas en los Estados Unidos. Mientras celebramos las contribuciones, también reconocemos que la lucha por la igualdad es continua, particularmente en la vivienda.
September 16, 2025 at 2:20 PM
Este Mes de la Herencia Hispana y Latine, celebramos las culturas, legados y alegría de las comunidades hispanas y latinas en los Estados Unidos. Mientras celebramos las contribuciones, también reconocemos que la lucha por la igualdad es continua, particularmente en la vivienda.
El origen nacional es una característica protegida en la vivienda: independiente de cuál sea su estatus y DÓNDE viva. #conozcasusderechos #indocumentado #vivienda #nyc #nuevayork #inquilino
September 11, 2025 at 5:57 PM
El origen nacional es una característica protegida en la vivienda: independiente de cuál sea su estatus y DÓNDE viva. #conozcasusderechos #indocumentado #vivienda #nyc #nuevayork #inquilino
El origen nacional es una característica protegida en la vivienda: independiente de cuál sea su estatus y DÓNDE viva. #conozcasusderechos #indocumentado #vivienda #nyc #nuevayork #inquilino
September 11, 2025 at 5:56 PM
El origen nacional es una característica protegida en la vivienda: independiente de cuál sea su estatus y DÓNDE viva. #conozcasusderechos #indocumentado #vivienda #nyc #nuevayork #inquilino
Remember - you have rights REGARDLESS of your immigration status! Landlords may not threaten to report your immigration status as a way to coerce or intimidate you.
September 9, 2025 at 4:42 PM
Remember - you have rights REGARDLESS of your immigration status! Landlords may not threaten to report your immigration status as a way to coerce or intimidate you.
National origin is a protected characteristic in housing, regardless of WHAT your status is and WHERE you live. (See our next post for what to do if your landlord threatens to report you to ICE.) #ice #knowyourrights #immigration #housing #visa #greencard #undocumented #landlord
September 9, 2025 at 4:40 PM
National origin is a protected characteristic in housing, regardless of WHAT your status is and WHERE you live. (See our next post for what to do if your landlord threatens to report you to ICE.) #ice #knowyourrights #immigration #housing #visa #greencard #undocumented #landlord
Join us tomorrow 9/5 for the Housing Justice Resource Fair!
September 4, 2025 at 4:44 PM
Join us tomorrow 9/5 for the Housing Justice Resource Fair!
Final post about the different housing vouchers in NYC. Housing discrimination against voucher-holders is pervasive. If you think you have experienced discrimination, contact us and visit the Link Tree in our bio for resources. #NYCApartment #housing #newyork #nycha #CityFHEPS #voucher #subsidy
September 2, 2025 at 7:27 PM
Final post about the different housing vouchers in NYC. Housing discrimination against voucher-holders is pervasive. If you think you have experienced discrimination, contact us and visit the Link Tree in our bio for resources. #NYCApartment #housing #newyork #nycha #CityFHEPS #voucher #subsidy
More voucher info for NYC.
September 2, 2025 at 7:25 PM
More voucher info for NYC.
More info about different housing vouchers in NYC.
September 2, 2025 at 7:17 PM
More info about different housing vouchers in NYC.
Swipe to learn about the different NYC housing vouchers! Housing discrimination against voucher-holders is pervasive. If you think you have experienced discrimination, contact us and visit the Link Tree in our bio for resources. #NYCApartment #housing #newyork #nycha #CityFHEPS #voucher #subsidy
September 2, 2025 at 7:12 PM
Swipe to learn about the different NYC housing vouchers! Housing discrimination against voucher-holders is pervasive. If you think you have experienced discrimination, contact us and visit the Link Tree in our bio for resources. #NYCApartment #housing #newyork #nycha #CityFHEPS #voucher #subsidy
Finishing up today's look at stories from our My Fair Housing Story series: Rick's story. (Full series at bit.ly/FHJCmfhs)
August 29, 2025 at 4:50 PM
Finishing up today's look at stories from our My Fair Housing Story series: Rick's story. (Full series at bit.ly/FHJCmfhs)