Volunteer to help investigate civil rights violations

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The Fair Housing Enforcement Program (FHEP) of the Legal Aid Society of Hawai'i (LASH) is seeking dedicated volunteer testers to assist in the investigation of housing discrimination. Testers pose as home-seekers in a variety of housing rental situations. Hours are flexible and attention to detail and reliability are required. Testers will be paid a per-test stipend, but this is NOT a part-time job. Training will be provided. You must be at least 18, without prior felony convictions and without an open case with the Legal Aid Society of Hawai'i. Those with an active real estate license are not eligible.

The law prohibits housing discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, family status, disability, marital status, age, sexual orientation and HIV infection. LASH is a public interest, nonprofit law firm dedicated to achieving fairness and justice for Hawai'i’s people through legal advocacy, outreach and education for those in need. FHEP provides investigative services, advice, advocacy, conciliation, attorney referral, and community education.

The next tester training will be held on Tuesday, October 13, 2015 from 5:00-7:00 p.m. in Honolulu.

If you are interested in becoming a fair housing tester or have any questions, please complete our pre-screening questionnaire at http://www.fairhousinghawaii.org/attend-tester-training.html, or contact the Tester Coordinator at (808) 527-8017.