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We enforce the law to make sure opportunity is always fair.
CRIO remains open during the COVID-19 Crisis to serve the public. We are working remotely to promote equity, inclusion, and business in Detroit. Here's how:
The Civil Rights Team takes our mission to investigate charges of discrimination, harassment and workplace violence for City of Detroit employees and citizens very seriously. We continue to investigate complaints remotely and safely in person. We are also providing virtual, safe in person and self -paced training on workplace violence, discrimination and sexual harassment for City Departments.
LAP continues to provide language services to the general public for City-related matters, including coordinating ASL services for press conferences and City Council meetings. CRIO is prioritizing COVID-19-related language requests. For urgent language requests please fill out this form.
DBOP continues to provide certifications and arrange virtual outreach events. As part of the application process, we will now conduct our site visits virtually due to COVID-19. This means a member of our team will schedule a time to virtually visit your work space. We will do this via Zoom. DBOP is also working hard to minimize the effect of COVID-19 on Detroit businesses in collaboration with Detroit Means Business.
The Incentives Team continues to investigate and report on development projects qualifying for EO 2016-1. They are also investigating Neighborhood Advisory Council CBO complaints, fielding customer service inquiries, and hosting virtual meetings with developers and contractors.
The Construction Outreach Team is providing stability to community partners, sharing information related to COVID-19 developments, and conducting business virtually. With Detroit at Work, they are identifying digital barriers facing Detroiters seeking training in order to coordinate quick and effective solutions.
The mission of the office is to increase independence, opportunities, community participation, safety, and wellness for persons with disabilities in the City of Detroit, and to ensure inclusion, representation, and equity for persons with disabilities as it relates to City employment, programs, and services.
Let's Connect! Join the Office of Marijuana Ventures and Entrepreneurship for an industry meet & greet.
The City of Detroit passed a new ordinance for adult-use marijuana licensing. The license application is now live. Apply today!
Overview of criteria for Detroit Food Rescue donations.
Mayoral Proclamation recognizing Indigenous Peoples Day.
The Civil Rights, Inclusion and Opportunity Department's Annual Report for the 2020 fiscal year, covering accomplishments and objectives for the coming year.
Calendar of CRIO events for June 2021.
Coming up in CRIO
Calendar of CRIO events for August 2021.
Information about Juneteenth
The Civil Rights, Inclusion, & Opportunity Department (CRIO) is formerly known as the Human Rights Department
The Construction Outreach Team is the primary resource of information for the residents of the City of Detroit for construction careers and training opportunities
The Incentives Team monitors the inclusion of Detroiters on large construction projects
The Civil Rights Team works hard to assure all City of Detroit residents, visitors, and employees enjoy a safe environment, free of discriminatory barriers.
The DEC works to foster inter-departmental coordination that leads to policy improvement and systemic change for the benefit of Detroiters.
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CRIO’s roles include monitoring large construction project compliance, maintaining a construction workforce pipeline, certifying and promoting Detroit businesses, and mediating civil rights complaints.
Keep up to date on Community Benefits Ordinance compliance.
Information about the Detroit Business Opportunity Program.
Thank you for your interest in the Detroit Business Opportunity Program. Make sure all required documents are ready before applying.
The mission of the office is to increase independence, opportunities, community participation, safety and wellness for persons with disabilities in the City of Detroit, and to ensure inclusion, representation, and equity for persons with disabilities as it relates to City employment, programs and services.