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[Virtual Event] Champions of Social Justice: Professional Sports Leaders on Anti-Racism and Allyship - February 25th, 4:00 pm -...

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From the arena to the boardroom… What lessons have we learned and how can they be applied in Corporate America? In celebration of Black History Month, join us for a special roundtable with esteemed thought leaders at the...more

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[Webinar] Promoting Human Rights While Maintaining Order and Religious Freedom - June 16th, 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm EDT

The rights of individuals and groups to exercise freedom of religion and freedom of association are bedrock principles of the American existence. However, conflicts sometimes arise between individuals and groups exercising...more

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New York City Commission on Human Rights Forms COVID-19 Response Team

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On April 19, 2020, the New York City Commission on Human Rights (the “Commission”) announced that it has formed a COVID-19 response team to handle reports of harassment and discrimination related to the coronavirus outbreak. ...more

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New York Second State to Prohibit Discrimination Based on Hairstyle

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New York recently became the second state, after California, to prohibit discrimination based on hairstyle. On July 12, 2019, Gov. Andrew Cuomo signed a bill that amends the state’s civil rights law to make it clear that...more

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New York State Prohibits Discrimination Based on Hairstyle

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New York State has banned discrimination against hairstyles or textures associated with race. ...more

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A Hair Raising Update to NYC Employment Discrimination Laws

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On February 18, 2019, the NYC Commission on Human Rights issued guidance  and announced that the New York City Human Rights Law (“NYCHRL”) will now protect against a new class of discrimination – hair. ...more

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No Splitting Hairs About It: New York City Issues Guidance Banning Hair Discrimination

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Seyfarth Synopsis: New York City recently released guidance that ensures that all New Yorkers, with an emphasis on black people, have a right to wear their “natural hair, treated or untreated hairstyles such as locs,...more

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2019 Brings Employment Law Changes for Illinois Employers

As 2018 draws to a close, state and local lawmakers in Illinois have been passing legislation that will further regulate a variety of employers’ practices. Here is a look at what Illinois employers can expect in 2019....more

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