Consumer Law
Airbnb Will Hide Guests’ Names to Tackle Discrimination in Oregon
Airbnb has announced it will hide guests’ names to fight racial discrimination after being sued by three Black women – but only in one US state.
Airbnb hosts in Oregon will see only guests’ initials, instead of their first name, until a booking is confirmed.
The move follows a 2019 settlement where three Portland-area women sued the company. The Black women claimed hosts were allowed to discriminate against and reject customers based on race.
