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    Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission

    Fair Housing Empower Hour

    Monthly fair housing training on different topics to provide a broad look on some of the subject matter that relate to fair housing. The topics are designed to promote conversations and questions. 

    PHRC Fair Housing Empower Hour

    All virtual trainings are free and typically held the last Wednesday of each month from 12-1 p.m. 

    Accessibility & Fair Housing

    December 19, 2025: Learn how the Fair Housing Act and Americans with Disabilities Act create protections to ensure individuals with disabilities can use and enjoy their housing.

    Fair Housing Fundamentals

    October 29, 2025: Learn key information about fair housing laws in Pennsylvania, including residents' rights and housing providers' responsibilities.

    Sexual Harassment & Housing

    August 27, 2025: Everyone deserves to live in housing free from harassment. Learn about fair housing protections against harassment.

    Addressing Fair Housing Needs in Rural Communities

    June 25, 2025: Rural communities face a unique set of challenges in ensuring equal housing opportunities. Learn more about barriers, resources, and fair housing partnerships in rural communities.

    Fair Housing for Families

    March 26, 2025: Learn about housing protections against discrimination for families with children under the age of 18.

    Fair Housing Protections for LGBTQ+ Pennsylvanians

    November 19, 2025: Learn about LGBTQ+ housing protections under the PA Human Relations Act.

    Fair Housing for Local Governments

    September 24, 2025: Learn how governments can support needed housing opportunities for all Pennsylvanians.

    Assistance Animals

    July 30, 2025: Service Animal, ESA, Assistance Animal- what's the difference? Learn about how to successfully navigate assistance animal requests.

    Housing & Hoarding

    May 28, 2025: Learn about fair housing protections apply to hoarding situations. This session will discuss reasonable accommodations and best practices for long-term tenant stability.

    Fair Housing & Tenant Screening

    February 26, 2025: Learn about potential fair housing issues that may arise during the tenant screening process for rental properties, and how to address them.

    Reasonable Accommodations & Modifications

    January 29, 2025: Learn how to handle requests for changes to homes and policies so that individuals with disabilities can use & enjoy their housing.

    Past events