The Department of Human Rights mission: to enforce Minnesota's anti-discrimination laws.
Meet the Commissioner
Governor Tim Pawlenty appointed James Kirkpatrick as Commissioner of the Minnesota Department of Human Rights, effective June 1, 2010. Kirkpatrick held the position of Deputy Commissioner at the department since 2003.
Case of the Month
Chisholm Dental Service and Dr. Steve Enich to pay $45,000 to settle charge of sexual harassment by former dental assistant.
Human Rights Day 2010
Coach Herman Boone will keynote the 27th annual Human Rights Day Conference on Friday, December 3, 2010. Conference workshop descriptions now online.
The Road Back Home
Discrimination is illegal. But it happens—and when it does, it's only one barrier facing a generation of Minnesota servicemembers who are confronting a new range of challenges.
Human Rights Articles & Media
Compliance for Employers
Employers, do you have an affirmative action plan? Do you need one?
Complaints | Your Rights
Intake is the first step to filing a complaint with our agency.
Education & Outreach | Youth
Experience a variety of human rights topics in various formats.