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Minnesota Department of Human Rights
Civil Rights Newsletter

The CROWN Act is Law

Last week, Governor Walz signed the CROWN Act into law! This means that Minnesota?s civil rights law now confirms protection against discrimination based on race-based natural hair texture and styles such as braids, locs, and twists.?

Governor Walz signing the CROWN Act

Governor Walz signing the CROWN Act

The Minnesota Department of Human Rights is grateful to everyone who made this possible, especially the community members and legislators who worked to pass the CROWN Act for years.?

Fact Sheet: Preventing Hair Discrimination

*Download and share this fact sheet [ [link removed] ]*?that outlines what the law is; examples of hair discrimination; ways employers, schools, and businesses can prevent discrimination; and how to report discrimination.?

Preventing Hair Discrimination Fact Sheet [ [link removed] ]

Preventing Hair Discrimination Fact Sheet

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We're Hiring a General Counsel

Join Our Team General Counsel

Join our team!

The General Counsel is a key member of the Minnesota Department of Human Rights' senior leadership team and serves as the chief legal counsel for the State?s civil rights enforcement agency.

The General Counsel manages the agency?s legal team and plays a critical role in moving forward strategic impact litigation to advance civil rights across the State.?

An ideal candidate is a strategic leader, solution-oriented, provides sound legal judgment on complex issues, has excellent interpersonal relationship skills, and has experience managing a talented team.??

Job Details

*Closing Date*: Thursday, February 23, 2023

*Salary Range*: $43.94 - $63.02 / hourly; $91,746 - $131,585 / annually

*How to Apply*: Anyone interested in this position can view the full description and apply at?*mn.gov/mmb/careers/* [ [link removed] ]?with Job ID?*62866*. All applicants are encouraged to send a cover letter with their resume.?

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Discrimination Helpline

We want to hear from Minnesotans who have experienced or witnessed discrimination or bias.?

*Report online [ [link removed] ]* or call the *Discrimination Helpline*?at?*1-833-454-0148*.



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