General Info

The Department of Fair Employment and Housing, also known as DFEH, is a part of the State and Consumer Services Agency, which is governed by the State of California. The department is one of the largest state civil rights agencies in the United States. It receives and investigates discrimination complaints. The Department of Fair Employment and Housing operates more than 10 district offices throughout the state. The department offers employment and housing options, as well as handles hate violence cases. It has jurisdiction over private and public entities. The Department of Fair Employment and Housing also oversees public accommodation discrimination issues.