“If the PCHR is serious about enforcing dress codes, then we should see a very serious approach undertaken in the coming days,” Sotland said. In the past, articles of clothing like Timberland boots have been discussed, as well as athletic gear and skullcaps popular among African-American men.ī ut Sotland is concerned that not all establishments are being held to the same standard.
The PCHR confirmed to the PhillyVoice that, to date, there’s been 100 percent compliance.Īnother element to the PCHR investigation was the dismantling of discriminatory dress codes in gay bars and nightclubs. Then the PCHR released its report outlining complaints before leading mandatory training for all gay bar owners and staff. The issue has been ongoing for many months.įirst, there were the heated community meetings on Gayborhood racism late last year.