Civil Rights, Inclusion & Opportunity Department

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Submit a Civil Rights Complaint Submit a Complaint to CRIO
Certify your Detroit Business Certifying Businesses
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CRIO Hero

We enforce the law and make opportunities and access thoughtful and equitable. 

CRIO continues to expand its mission. We not only investigate civil rights complaints, but we also empower Detroit businesses, ensure access and host meaningful community events to engage and inform our citizens.

Our Mission

To provide excellent service to all who live, work, play and/or do business in Detroit, advocating for inclusion and increased opportunities resulting in a positive impact in our City.

 

CRIO Core Values

 

About CRIO

The Civil Rights, Inclusion & Opportunity department, formerly known as the City’s Human Rights department, is the oldest civil rights department in the country, with roots dating as early as 1926 and 1947.

However, in 1974, a new city charter implemented a department to serve as the City's civil rights agency, including investigating complaints of discrimination. Today, CRIO’s purpose is ever expanding to investigate and irradicate discrimination, secure equal protection of civil rights, promote inclusion, and create opportunities and access for all citizens.

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Programs and Services

Civil Rights
Civil Rights
  • File A Civil Rights Complaint
  • Know Your Civil Rights
Detroit Business Opportunity Program
Detroit Business Opportunity Program
  • Certify Your Business
  • Join Virtual Office Hours
Incentive Compliance
Incentives Compliance
  • View EO 2024-2
  • View CBO Ordinance & Reports
  • Upload Employee Documentation
Construction Outreach
Construction Outreach
  • Discover Skilled Trades
  • Get Paid as You Learn - Apprenticeship
Office of Disability-Affairs
Office of Disability Affairs
  • Request American Sign Language Services
  • View the Office of Disability Affairs Quarterly Newsletter
Office of Marijuana Ventures and Entrepreneurship
Office of Cannabis Affairs
  • Renew your license
  • Review Laws and Social Equity Resources
  • Zoning Portal
Communications & Engagement
Communications & Engagement
  • Discover community events and heritage awareness days
  • Connect with us for media inquiries
Language Access Program
Language Access Program
  • Learn about LAP Services
  • Request LAP Services
Boards, Councils and Commissions
Boards, Councils and Commissions
  • Join the Human Rights Commission Meetings
  • Discover essential Detroit boards, commissions and councils
veterans affairs
Office of Veterans Affairs
  • Providing advocacy, economic empowerment, resources, and recognition to Armed Services Veterans that reside in Detroit