Fighting discrimination in employment. Every New Yorker has the right to a workplace free from discrimination and harassment.For more information on how to report discrimination, how to file a complaint, or about the complaint process, call 311 or (212) 416-0197. It is the policy of the New York. State Unified Court System (UCS) to ensure equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, national origin,. A charge of discrimination must be filed within one year of the last act of discrimination, or three years, if the claim is for sexual harassment. A stepbystep guide for New York employees. Step One: Identifying Workplace Discrimination. Complete this form to make a report of discrimination. You can make this report whether or not you wish to be involved in an official complaint.