Illinois Department of Human Rights
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The state agency that protects the right to live free from discrimination, in every aspect of life. bit.ly/m/IllinoisDHR
December marks #HumanRightsMonth – a reminder that human rights live in our everyday moments.
They are the steady foundation of daily life – shaping how we care for one another and how our communities rise together.
Join us this month as we honor the rights that make our state more just for ALL.
They are the steady foundation of daily life – shaping how we care for one another and how our communities rise together.
Join us this month as we honor the rights that make our state more just for ALL.
December 2, 2025 at 9:08 PM
December marks #HumanRightsMonth – a reminder that human rights live in our everyday moments.
They are the steady foundation of daily life – shaping how we care for one another and how our communities rise together.
Join us this month as we honor the rights that make our state more just for ALL.
They are the steady foundation of daily life – shaping how we care for one another and how our communities rise together.
Join us this month as we honor the rights that make our state more just for ALL.
November 19, 2025 at 9:04 PM
New Resource Alert:
Everyone deserves clear, trustworthy information about their rights and where to find support. We've brought together reliable information from IDHR, other state agencies, and trusted community partners to help Illinoisans access pathways to support. Explore: dhr.illinois.gov/ici
Everyone deserves clear, trustworthy information about their rights and where to find support. We've brought together reliable information from IDHR, other state agencies, and trusted community partners to help Illinoisans access pathways to support. Explore: dhr.illinois.gov/ici
November 17, 2025 at 10:24 PM
New Resource Alert:
Everyone deserves clear, trustworthy information about their rights and where to find support. We've brought together reliable information from IDHR, other state agencies, and trusted community partners to help Illinoisans access pathways to support. Explore: dhr.illinois.gov/ici
Everyone deserves clear, trustworthy information about their rights and where to find support. We've brought together reliable information from IDHR, other state agencies, and trusted community partners to help Illinoisans access pathways to support. Explore: dhr.illinois.gov/ici
This #TransgenderAwarenessWeek, we uplift the transgender community.
In IL, the IHRA prohibits discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender-related identity in employment, housing, financial credit, and public accommodations including healthcare and education. Learn more: dhr.illinois.gov
In IL, the IHRA prohibits discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender-related identity in employment, housing, financial credit, and public accommodations including healthcare and education. Learn more: dhr.illinois.gov
November 14, 2025 at 4:44 PM
This #TransgenderAwarenessWeek, we uplift the transgender community.
In IL, the IHRA prohibits discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender-related identity in employment, housing, financial credit, and public accommodations including healthcare and education. Learn more: dhr.illinois.gov
In IL, the IHRA prohibits discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender-related identity in employment, housing, financial credit, and public accommodations including healthcare and education. Learn more: dhr.illinois.gov
No one should have to choose between caring for family and keeping their job.
Illinois law prohibits discrimination in employment based on family caregiving responsibilities.
Learn more about your rights and protections at dhr.illinois.gov.
#knowyourrights #caregiverrights #illinoishumanrights
Illinois law prohibits discrimination in employment based on family caregiving responsibilities.
Learn more about your rights and protections at dhr.illinois.gov.
#knowyourrights #caregiverrights #illinoishumanrights
November 13, 2025 at 4:41 PM
No one should have to choose between caring for family and keeping their job.
Illinois law prohibits discrimination in employment based on family caregiving responsibilities.
Learn more about your rights and protections at dhr.illinois.gov.
#knowyourrights #caregiverrights #illinoishumanrights
Illinois law prohibits discrimination in employment based on family caregiving responsibilities.
Learn more about your rights and protections at dhr.illinois.gov.
#knowyourrights #caregiverrights #illinoishumanrights
📢This month, our new Know Your Rights course spotlights Immigration and Citizenship, helping educate Illinoisans on legal protections under the Illinois Human Rights Act.
🔗Explore the full lineup of courses and register at bit.ly/DHRTraining.
#KnowYourRights #freetrainings #humanrights
🔗Explore the full lineup of courses and register at bit.ly/DHRTraining.
#KnowYourRights #freetrainings #humanrights
November 7, 2025 at 8:08 PM
📢This month, our new Know Your Rights course spotlights Immigration and Citizenship, helping educate Illinoisans on legal protections under the Illinois Human Rights Act.
🔗Explore the full lineup of courses and register at bit.ly/DHRTraining.
#KnowYourRights #freetrainings #humanrights
🔗Explore the full lineup of courses and register at bit.ly/DHRTraining.
#KnowYourRights #freetrainings #humanrights
November is National Family Caregivers Month – a time to recognize those who give their time, energy, and hearts to care for loved ones. 💜
This month, IDHR honors the caregivers who make Illinois stronger – one act of care at a time.
#CareForTheCaregiversIL #HonorCaregivers #CaregiverLove
This month, IDHR honors the caregivers who make Illinois stronger – one act of care at a time.
#CareForTheCaregiversIL #HonorCaregivers #CaregiverLove
November 5, 2025 at 10:21 PM
November is National Family Caregivers Month – a time to recognize those who give their time, energy, and hearts to care for loved ones. 💜
This month, IDHR honors the caregivers who make Illinois stronger – one act of care at a time.
#CareForTheCaregiversIL #HonorCaregivers #CaregiverLove
This month, IDHR honors the caregivers who make Illinois stronger – one act of care at a time.
#CareForTheCaregiversIL #HonorCaregivers #CaregiverLove
As Illinois stands firm in the face of uncertainty, we echo this call for compassion & human decency. No one should live in fear – not on Halloween, not ever.
Stay safe and remember we're here for you. You can also visit IllinoisImmigrationInfo.org for resources, legal help and more.
Stay safe and remember we're here for you. You can also visit IllinoisImmigrationInfo.org for resources, legal help and more.
October 31, 2025 at 5:28 PM
As Illinois stands firm in the face of uncertainty, we echo this call for compassion & human decency. No one should live in fear – not on Halloween, not ever.
Stay safe and remember we're here for you. You can also visit IllinoisImmigrationInfo.org for resources, legal help and more.
Stay safe and remember we're here for you. You can also visit IllinoisImmigrationInfo.org for resources, legal help and more.
Today, we join in recognizing Indigenous Peoples' Day – honoring the rich history, resilience, and contributions of Native and Indigenous communities across Illinois and the nation.
Our offices are closed today in observance, but our work to advance human rights continues every day.
Our offices are closed today in observance, but our work to advance human rights continues every day.
October 13, 2025 at 3:34 PM
Today, we join in recognizing Indigenous Peoples' Day – honoring the rich history, resilience, and contributions of Native and Indigenous communities across Illinois and the nation.
Our offices are closed today in observance, but our work to advance human rights continues every day.
Our offices are closed today in observance, but our work to advance human rights continues every day.
Even when the federal government shuts down – Help Stop Hate remains here for you, Illinois.
If you experience or witness an act of hate, know that our team is ready to connect you to resources and help ensure your voice is heard.
👉Visit ILStopHate.org or call 877 458 HATE (4283) to report.
If you experience or witness an act of hate, know that our team is ready to connect you to resources and help ensure your voice is heard.
👉Visit ILStopHate.org or call 877 458 HATE (4283) to report.
October 7, 2025 at 9:05 PM
Even when the federal government shuts down – Help Stop Hate remains here for you, Illinois.
If you experience or witness an act of hate, know that our team is ready to connect you to resources and help ensure your voice is heard.
👉Visit ILStopHate.org or call 877 458 HATE (4283) to report.
If you experience or witness an act of hate, know that our team is ready to connect you to resources and help ensure your voice is heard.
👉Visit ILStopHate.org or call 877 458 HATE (4283) to report.
📢Our October training schedule is LIVE + open for registration!
This month, we're excited to roll out new courses:
✨Know Your Rights: Sex and Sexual Orientation
✨Bystander Intervention
👉Scroll for details + sign up at dhr.illinois.gov/training.
#humanrights #freetrainings #knowyourrights
This month, we're excited to roll out new courses:
✨Know Your Rights: Sex and Sexual Orientation
✨Bystander Intervention
👉Scroll for details + sign up at dhr.illinois.gov/training.
#humanrights #freetrainings #knowyourrights
October 2, 2025 at 9:33 PM
📢Our October training schedule is LIVE + open for registration!
This month, we're excited to roll out new courses:
✨Know Your Rights: Sex and Sexual Orientation
✨Bystander Intervention
👉Scroll for details + sign up at dhr.illinois.gov/training.
#humanrights #freetrainings #knowyourrights
This month, we're excited to roll out new courses:
✨Know Your Rights: Sex and Sexual Orientation
✨Bystander Intervention
👉Scroll for details + sign up at dhr.illinois.gov/training.
#humanrights #freetrainings #knowyourrights
IDHR is on the move! Our team will be across Illinois sharing resources and helping people understand their rights under the Illinois Human Rights Act.
✅Stop by our table and connect with our staff!
You can also visit dhr.illinois.gov to explore your rights and learn how to file a charge.
✅Stop by our table and connect with our staff!
You can also visit dhr.illinois.gov to explore your rights and learn how to file a charge.
October 1, 2025 at 9:02 PM
IDHR is on the move! Our team will be across Illinois sharing resources and helping people understand their rights under the Illinois Human Rights Act.
✅Stop by our table and connect with our staff!
You can also visit dhr.illinois.gov to explore your rights and learn how to file a charge.
✅Stop by our table and connect with our staff!
You can also visit dhr.illinois.gov to explore your rights and learn how to file a charge.
Your rights matter and so does knowing them.
At IDHR, we’re here for Illinois – working to protect your rights and making sure you understand these protections and know where to turn if your rights are violated.
Learn more at dhr.illinois.gov.
#illinoishumanrights #humanrightsforall
At IDHR, we’re here for Illinois – working to protect your rights and making sure you understand these protections and know where to turn if your rights are violated.
Learn more at dhr.illinois.gov.
#illinoishumanrights #humanrightsforall
September 26, 2025 at 9:02 PM
Your rights matter and so does knowing them.
At IDHR, we’re here for Illinois – working to protect your rights and making sure you understand these protections and know where to turn if your rights are violated.
Learn more at dhr.illinois.gov.
#illinoishumanrights #humanrightsforall
At IDHR, we’re here for Illinois – working to protect your rights and making sure you understand these protections and know where to turn if your rights are violated.
Learn more at dhr.illinois.gov.
#illinoishumanrights #humanrightsforall
At the 47th Anniversary of Peace Day Chicago in Daley Plaza, IDHR Director Jim Bennett reminded us of what makes Illinois strong: everyone is welcome here, has opportunities to succeed, and is celebrated for who they are. 💙
That’s the heart of our work at IDHR—protecting human rights for all.
That’s the heart of our work at IDHR—protecting human rights for all.
September 22, 2025 at 8:45 PM
At the 47th Anniversary of Peace Day Chicago in Daley Plaza, IDHR Director Jim Bennett reminded us of what makes Illinois strong: everyone is welcome here, has opportunities to succeed, and is celebrated for who they are. 💙
That’s the heart of our work at IDHR—protecting human rights for all.
That’s the heart of our work at IDHR—protecting human rights for all.
This #HispanicHeritageMonth, we honor & celebrate the rich history, culture, and countless contributions of Hispanic and Latine communities across Illinois.
At IDHR, we are committed to protecting the rights of all people and building an Illinois where everyone can thrive free from discrimination.
At IDHR, we are committed to protecting the rights of all people and building an Illinois where everyone can thrive free from discrimination.
September 15, 2025 at 7:01 PM
This #HispanicHeritageMonth, we honor & celebrate the rich history, culture, and countless contributions of Hispanic and Latine communities across Illinois.
At IDHR, we are committed to protecting the rights of all people and building an Illinois where everyone can thrive free from discrimination.
At IDHR, we are committed to protecting the rights of all people and building an Illinois where everyone can thrive free from discrimination.
Amid increased threats to civil rights across Illinois, it's critical to know your rights.
The IHRA protects immigrant communities from discrimination. Learn more abour your rights at dhr.illinois.gov.
To access additional resources, visit IllinoisImmigrationInfo.org. Stay informed, stay safe.
The IHRA protects immigrant communities from discrimination. Learn more abour your rights at dhr.illinois.gov.
To access additional resources, visit IllinoisImmigrationInfo.org. Stay informed, stay safe.
September 10, 2025 at 7:09 PM
Amid increased threats to civil rights across Illinois, it's critical to know your rights.
The IHRA protects immigrant communities from discrimination. Learn more abour your rights at dhr.illinois.gov.
To access additional resources, visit IllinoisImmigrationInfo.org. Stay informed, stay safe.
The IHRA protects immigrant communities from discrimination. Learn more abour your rights at dhr.illinois.gov.
To access additional resources, visit IllinoisImmigrationInfo.org. Stay informed, stay safe.
📅From small business summits to career fairs, IDHR is excited to engage with communities across Illinois this September!
Check out our schedule and join us at an event near you!
#communityevents #illinoisevents #communityoutreach
Check out our schedule and join us at an event near you!
#communityevents #illinoisevents #communityoutreach
September 8, 2025 at 7:00 PM
📅From small business summits to career fairs, IDHR is excited to engage with communities across Illinois this September!
Check out our schedule and join us at an event near you!
#communityevents #illinoisevents #communityoutreach
Check out our schedule and join us at an event near you!
#communityevents #illinoisevents #communityoutreach
📢New courses are here! IDHR’s September training schedule is live, featuring two Know Your Rights courses on LGBTQ+ protections and rights related to arrest & conviction records.
Sign up today ➡ bit.ly/DHRTraining
Sign up today ➡ bit.ly/DHRTraining
September 3, 2025 at 8:04 PM
📢New courses are here! IDHR’s September training schedule is live, featuring two Know Your Rights courses on LGBTQ+ protections and rights related to arrest & conviction records.
Sign up today ➡ bit.ly/DHRTraining
Sign up today ➡ bit.ly/DHRTraining
📚✏ As Illinois students head back to school, let's make sure classrooms and hallways are safe spaces for everyone. Bullying, harassment, and hate have no place in our schools.
If you or someone you know experiences or witnesses an act of hate, speak up.
📞Call 877-458-HATE
💻Visit ILStopHate.org
If you or someone you know experiences or witnesses an act of hate, speak up.
📞Call 877-458-HATE
💻Visit ILStopHate.org
August 18, 2025 at 8:09 PM
📚✏ As Illinois students head back to school, let's make sure classrooms and hallways are safe spaces for everyone. Bullying, harassment, and hate have no place in our schools.
If you or someone you know experiences or witnesses an act of hate, speak up.
📞Call 877-458-HATE
💻Visit ILStopHate.org
If you or someone you know experiences or witnesses an act of hate, speak up.
📞Call 877-458-HATE
💻Visit ILStopHate.org
Illinois has robust civil rights protections for immigrant communities.
If you’re looking for legal help, essential resources, or want to better understand how to protect yourself and loved ones, visit IllinoisImmigrationInfo.org. For info on your rights under the IHRA, visit dhr.illinois.gov.
If you’re looking for legal help, essential resources, or want to better understand how to protect yourself and loved ones, visit IllinoisImmigrationInfo.org. For info on your rights under the IHRA, visit dhr.illinois.gov.
August 13, 2025 at 7:07 PM
Illinois has robust civil rights protections for immigrant communities.
If you’re looking for legal help, essential resources, or want to better understand how to protect yourself and loved ones, visit IllinoisImmigrationInfo.org. For info on your rights under the IHRA, visit dhr.illinois.gov.
If you’re looking for legal help, essential resources, or want to better understand how to protect yourself and loved ones, visit IllinoisImmigrationInfo.org. For info on your rights under the IHRA, visit dhr.illinois.gov.
📍From state fairs to honoring labor rights week, IDHR is hitting the road this August!
Join us at one these exciting events to learn about your rights, how to report hate, and how we’re working together to build a safer, more inclusive Illinois. 💙
#illinoistatefair #duqoinstatefair #humanrights
Join us at one these exciting events to learn about your rights, how to report hate, and how we’re working together to build a safer, more inclusive Illinois. 💙
#illinoistatefair #duqoinstatefair #humanrights
August 7, 2025 at 8:55 PM
📍From state fairs to honoring labor rights week, IDHR is hitting the road this August!
Join us at one these exciting events to learn about your rights, how to report hate, and how we’re working together to build a safer, more inclusive Illinois. 💙
#illinoistatefair #duqoinstatefair #humanrights
Join us at one these exciting events to learn about your rights, how to report hate, and how we’re working together to build a safer, more inclusive Illinois. 💙
#illinoistatefair #duqoinstatefair #humanrights
Heading to the #IllinoisStateFair this week? Be sure to stop by our booth inside @ltgovstratton.illinois.gov tent to test your knowledge with our trivia wheel and make your pledge to #HelpStopHate.
📍And don’t miss the Mobile Museum of Tolerance, parked just inside Gate 2!
See you there!
📍And don’t miss the Mobile Museum of Tolerance, parked just inside Gate 2!
See you there!
August 5, 2025 at 2:08 PM
Heading to the #IllinoisStateFair this week? Be sure to stop by our booth inside @ltgovstratton.illinois.gov tent to test your knowledge with our trivia wheel and make your pledge to #HelpStopHate.
📍And don’t miss the Mobile Museum of Tolerance, parked just inside Gate 2!
See you there!
📍And don’t miss the Mobile Museum of Tolerance, parked just inside Gate 2!
See you there!
July is #DisabilityPrideMonth – a time to honor the power, resilience, and leadership of the disability community.
We're proud to uphold and protect disability rights and advancing a future rooted in dignity, inclusion, and accessible spaces where everyone can participate fully and with ease.
We're proud to uphold and protect disability rights and advancing a future rooted in dignity, inclusion, and accessible spaces where everyone can participate fully and with ease.
July 1, 2025 at 9:39 PM
July is #DisabilityPrideMonth – a time to honor the power, resilience, and leadership of the disability community.
We're proud to uphold and protect disability rights and advancing a future rooted in dignity, inclusion, and accessible spaces where everyone can participate fully and with ease.
We're proud to uphold and protect disability rights and advancing a future rooted in dignity, inclusion, and accessible spaces where everyone can participate fully and with ease.
Today, we commemorate #Juneteenth – the day that marks Black freedom realized.
At IDHR, we recognize Juneteenth as more than a historic milestone – it’s a call to confront injustice, challenge discrimination, protect civil rights, and build a future rooted in dignity and equity for all.
At IDHR, we recognize Juneteenth as more than a historic milestone – it’s a call to confront injustice, challenge discrimination, protect civil rights, and build a future rooted in dignity and equity for all.
June 19, 2025 at 2:32 PM
Today, we commemorate #Juneteenth – the day that marks Black freedom realized.
At IDHR, we recognize Juneteenth as more than a historic milestone – it’s a call to confront injustice, challenge discrimination, protect civil rights, and build a future rooted in dignity and equity for all.
At IDHR, we recognize Juneteenth as more than a historic milestone – it’s a call to confront injustice, challenge discrimination, protect civil rights, and build a future rooted in dignity and equity for all.
While the recent Supreme Court decision allows Tennessee’s ban on gender-affirming care for trans youth to stand, Illinois remains steadfast in its commitment to civil rights for all.
Learn more about your rights at dhr.illinois.gov.
#transrightsarehumanrights #ILhumanrights #protecttransyouth
Learn more about your rights at dhr.illinois.gov.
#transrightsarehumanrights #ILhumanrights #protecttransyouth
June 18, 2025 at 6:38 PM
While the recent Supreme Court decision allows Tennessee’s ban on gender-affirming care for trans youth to stand, Illinois remains steadfast in its commitment to civil rights for all.
Learn more about your rights at dhr.illinois.gov.
#transrightsarehumanrights #ILhumanrights #protecttransyouth
Learn more about your rights at dhr.illinois.gov.
#transrightsarehumanrights #ILhumanrights #protecttransyouth