Official @cookcountygov account. The Commission enforces Cook County's Human Rights, Living Wage, Minimum Wage, and Paid Leave Ordinances.

69 W Washington St | Chicago
Joined April 2018
Big changes are coming to the Cook County Commission on Human Rights through a new online complaint form! Visit the File a Complaint page on September 3, 2024 to access the live form: cookcountyil.gov/service/com… #CookCounty #HumanRights #NewProcess
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This week (Oct 18–24) is Cook County United Against Hate Week. We’re standing with our communities to call out hate and take action. Every action matters. See it. Name it. Stop it. Learn more and sign the pledge at CookCountyUnitedAgainstHate.… #CookCounty #HumanRights #CCUAH
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The Commission on Human Rights will be closed Monday, October 12, 2026, in observance of the holiday. The office will reopen on Tuesday, October 13 at 8:30 AM.
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The Commission on Human Rights recognizes September 15th through October 15th as Hispanic Heritage Month. During this month, we honor the rich history, diverse cultures, and invaluable contributions of Latinx and Hispanic communities in the U.S. and around the world.
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Sunday, September 13, marked the end of Rosh Hashanah, the Commission would like to wish all who celebrated shanah tovah! #HumanRights #CookCounty #RoshHashanah
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The Department of Human Rights & Ethics will be closed beginning at 2 PM on Friday, September 4, and all-day Monday, September 7, 2026, in observance of the Labor Day holiday. The office will reopen on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, at 8:30 AM. Have a safe and happy Labor Day!
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The Commission recently added three new staff members to the team. Please help us welcome Policy Analyst Minah Faheem, Investigator Mary Santana Escobedo, and Legal Counsel Kaitlin Summers Follansbee! #HumanRights #CookCounty #Welcome
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Recently, CCCHR staff attended the 2026 IAOHRA Conference! Special congratulations to outreach and training coordinator LaSandra for her leadership on the planning committee and for facilitating a powerful session on resilience and community trust. #IAOHRA2026 #HumanRights
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Cook County Commission on Human Rights retweeted
Join our webinar on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, to learn about the investigation process from beginning to end. Register using the link in our bio! #CookCounty #HumanRights
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Join @BridgetDegnen, Congressman Quigley, and Alderperson Nugent for a Community Resource Fair! Connect with government offices, local businesses, and nonprofit organizations offering free resources, services, and community programs. We hope to see you there! #CookCounty
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The Commission on Human Rights has a scheduled regular meeting today, Thursday, July 9, 2026, at 2:30 PM. Follow the link in our bio to access the agenda and view the meeting remotely. #CookCounty #HumanRights
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(2/2) ¡Ya está disponible en español nuestro Informe Anual de Derechos Humanos de 2025! Haga clic en el enlace de nuestra biografía para leer el Informe Anual de Derechos Humanos de 2025 en inglés o español. #HumanRights #CookCounty
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(1/2) Our 2025 Annual Human Rights Report is now available in Spanish! Click the link in bio to read our 2025 Annual Human Rights Report in English or Spanish.
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Happy Disability Pride Month! This July marks the 36th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Know your rights. If you've experienced discrimination or harassment based on a disability, contact the Commission or file a complaint online. Link in bio! #HumanRights
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Join our webinar on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, to learn about the investigation process from beginning to end. Register using the link in our bio! #CookCounty #HumanRights
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The Department of Human Rights & Ethics will be closed beginning at 2 PM on Thursday, July 2, and all-day Friday July 3, 2026, in observance of the 4th of July holiday. The office will reopen on Monday, July 6, 2026, at 8:30 AM. Have a happy 4th of July! #happy4thofJuly
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The Cook County Commission on Human Rights set the increased minimum wage, effective July 1! Visit CookCountyIL.gov/MWO for detailed information. #HumanRights #MinimumWage #CookCounty
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Executive Director Jennifer King joined @AriseChicago and @ChicagoBACP to highlight tomorrow’s minimum wage increases. If you're not earning at least $15.40 as a non-tipped employee or $9.25 as a tipped employee, contact the Cook County Commission on Human Rights. #CookCounty
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The Cook County Commission on Human Rights set the increased minimum wage which will take effect July 1! Visit CookCountyIL.gov/MWO for detailed information. #HumanRights #MinimumWage #CookCounty
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Saturday, June 20, was World Refugee Day. The Commission on Human Rights recognizes World Refugee Day in honor of those who have left everything behind in hopes of a better future. #humansrights #cookcounty #worldrefugeeday
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The Cook County Commission on Human Rights set the increased minimum wage which will take effect July 1! Visit CookCountyIL.gov/MWO for detailed information. #HumanRights #MinimumWage #CookCounty
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