This month, we honor the pioneers, activists, and everyday heroes who have fought for the rights, visibility, and inclusion of the LGBTQIA+ community. 🏳️🌈Take time this month to learn about and celebrate some of the unsung icons of #LGBTQHistory. https://ow.ly/ZsUg50TKSzl #LGBTQHistoryMonth #CivilRights #GayRights #Justice #Inclusion #Pride
About us
The Michigan Department of Civil Rights (MDCR) investigates and resolves discrimination complaints and works to prevent discrimination through educational programs that promote voluntary compliance with civil rights laws. For more information about the MDCR, please visit www.michigan.gov/mdcr. Questions? Call 800-482-3604.
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http://www.michigan.gov/mdcr
External link for Michigan Department of Civil Rights
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- Government Administration
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- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Detroit, MI
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- Government Agency
Locations
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Primary
3054 West Grand Boulevard, Suite 3-600
Detroit, MI 48202, US
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110 W. Michigan Ave., Suite 800
Lansing, MI 48933, US
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State Office Building, 4th Floor
350 Ottawa, N.W.
Grand Rapids, MI 49503, US
Employees at Michigan Department of Civil Rights
Updates
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In October, we celebrate Filipino American History Month to honor the arrival of the first Filipinos to arrive in what is now the continental United States on October 18, 1587. This month we celebrate the rich heritage, resilience, and countless contributions of Filipino-American communities, who have been an essential part of shaping American history and culture. Let’s reflect on the past, celebrate the present, and empower future generations to continue making history. 💪🏽 Share your stories, support Filipino businesses, and uplift our voices this month and beyond! #FilipinoAmericanHistoryMonth #FilipinoHeritage
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Today we celebrate Indigenous Peoples' Day. This day is a reminder to reflect on the history of colonization and uplift the voices, resilience, and heritage of Indigenous peoples. 🌿 We can do this by learning about the issues facing Indigenous communities today and supporting cultural preservation. #IndigenousPeoplesDay #IndigenousCulture #CivilRights #Michigan
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Every person deserves the right to accessible voting free from barriers. If you need resources to ensure casting your vote is accessible or would like to file a voter discrimination complaint, visit the Michigan Voter Information Center. www.michigan.gov/vote #AccessibleVoting #Vote #VotingIsACivilRight #Accessibility #DisabilityRights #Michigan
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What’s your response to hate? The Michigan Alliance Against Hate Crimes is a statewide coalition of local, state, and federal agencies, civil rights organizations, community groups, educators, and anti-violence advocates working to ensure a complete and effective response to hate crimes and bias incidents. Join the conversation by getting involved with our MI Response 2 Hate campaign. Share your thoughts on how we can foster inclusivity, eliminate bias, and make a positive impact in our communities. www.michigan.gov/mdcr #MIResponse2Hate #MIR2H #Michigan #HateAndBias
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Voting is your civil right! ✅ Our department and many others work hard to ensure Michiganders are protected under our state’s laws. Voting is a right owed to all, and you should be able to exercise it without facing barriers. Know your rights and be prepared this election season. Learn more: https://ow.ly/1eWz50TuywU #VotingIsACivilRight #Vote #Michigan #CivilRights
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The Michigan Department of Civil Rights has posted an open Director of the DODDBHH position, which is housed within MDCR's Disability Rights and Compliance Division and reports directly to the Director of the Disability Rights and Compliance Division. The position is responsible for directing and coordinating the day-to-day work of the DODDBHH and supports the mission of affirming the indisputable rights of persons who are Deaf, DeafBlind and Hard of Hearing to secure effective communication. Applications close on September 29, at 11:59 p.m. EST. To learn more or apply: https://lnkd.in/gPpZSNXV #Hiring #Michigan #CivilRightts #Jobs
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There’s still time to ensure you’re a prepared voter and exercise your civil right. Make sure to create your plan and fulfill it - whether that’s requesting an absentee ballot and sending it in early, dropping it off on election day, voting early in-person, or visiting the polls on November 5. Drop a 🗳️ in the comments if you’re ready for election day! #VotingIsACivilRight #Vote #CivilRights #Election
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Join our ADA Compliance Unit for their upcoming Disability Awareness Month event - Access to Good Jobs For All! During this session, Nacsha Ealy and Keisha Hall Dilligard of MRS Business Network Division will discuss ways businesses can create a culture of accessibility to attract and retain talent inclusive of people with disabilities. https://ow.ly/zWye50Tuum5 This event is free and open to the public but registration is required. Sign language interpreters and CART captioning will be provided. For additional accommodations, please email Tiara Yakini at YakiniT@Michigan.gov. #DisabilityAwarenessMonth #CivilRights #Accessibility #Disability #JobsForAll #WorkforceDevelopment
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In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month we remember, Justice Dorothy Comstock Riley. A lifelong Michigander, she became the first Hispanic woman to be elected to the Supreme Court of any state and the first woman to serve on the Michigan Court of Appeals. https://ow.ly/BPVS50Tor7f #Michigan #HispanicHeritageMonth #CivilRights