Austin Human Rights Commission

We are citizens of Austin who live within the city limits and are appointed by the Mayor to uphold the rights of every individual in our community, regardless of: Religious Affiliation, Race, Ethnicity, Gender, Age, Sexual Orientation, Physical or Mental Ability, Economic Status

The mission of the Human Rights Commission is to cultivate a just and inclusive community where diversity is valued and human rights are respected. Human Rights statement in support of the plea for racial and social justice in the United States We stand in solidarity with all people seeking social justice. Racism, systemic violence, and the dehumanizing forces of oppression, powerlessness, and white supremacy have eroded the very fabric of humanity which ideally binds our society together. We are at a historic moment in the pursuit of justice, fairness and equity for all people and we must seize this moment and work even harder towards changes in all institutions. Being silent is not an option and we actively want to add our voices to this ongoing plea for change. The Austin Human Rights Commission is built on enduring values that promotes human dignity and diversity, respect, the attainment of quality of life for all, empowerment, integrity, social justice advocacy, equity and inclusion. Our hope and our work as a City of Austin Commission is to do everything in our power to elevate the concerns and voices of those who for so long have been silenced, oppressed and ignored. As the Austin Human Rights Commission, we believe this statement supporting social justice aligns with our mission to cultivate a just and inclusive community where diversity is valued and human rights are respected. The Human Rights Commission consists of nine members whose purpose is to act informally to eliminate unfair discriminatory practices that are contrary to the public policies of the State of Minnesota. A term on the Human Rights Commission is three years. Meets fourth Monday of each month at 5:30 pm and for special meetings as called.