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Available DownloadRESPECT - Cultural Diversity Poster October 2009: Cultural Diversity Month Event ScheduleAs one of the oldest and largest human relations agencies of its kind in the United States,
the Los Angeles County Commission on Human Relations serves one of the largest and most diverse
populations in the country in addressing the human relations needs through its commitment to
fostering harmonious and equitable inter-group relations; empowering communities and institutions;
and promoting an informed and inclusive multicultural society.
 Summit Highlights Parks’ Role in Gang Intervention and Prevention Over 300 attendees participated in the 7th Annual Parks Summit held at the LA County Short Film on Project:One /p> 
Commissioner Cannella honored by Italian Government  Network Against Hate Crime Initiative Hosts Quartly Meeting at Burbank Fire Department Training Center "Tolerance on Wheels" Leaders from LAPD, LAUSD, civil rights groups and other stakeholders committed to social justice convened on February 5 for this year’s first Network Against Hate Crime Initiative meeting, organized by the Los Angeles County Commission on Human Relations. After a welcoming round of introductions among the 40 people present, Senior Inter-group Relations Specialist Marshall Wong began the meeting with some alarming statistics regarding the incidence of hate crime throughout the County. From 2006 to 2007, Los Angeles County has experienced a 27% increase in the incidence of hate crime. And as the statistics for 2008 are still in the process of configuration, the recent election of President Barack Obama in November has spurred a disturbing spike of hate crimes across the country, including Los Angeles County.
The Los Angeles County Commission on Human Relations Salutes Black History Month 2009 in L.A. County with a Tribute to the late Congressman Augustus Freeman Hawkins 
Augustus F. Hawkins sought to help the poor and disenfranchised.
(1977 Photo By James K.w. Atherton -- The Washington Post)
On February 2, 2009, the Commission approved a motion introduced by Commissioner Bill Lambert and seconded by Commissioners Dr. Sandra Thomas and Susanne Cumming to recognize and pay tribute to a former longtime member of Congress, Augustus F. Hawkins, who passed away in November 2007 at age 100. U.S. Rep. Hawkins was a champion for civil rights and a tireless advocate for fair housing and fair employment practices. ...Read more |
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Board of Supervisors Proclaims Human Rights Day in L.A. County
In recognition of the Los Angeles County Commission on Human Relation’s annual report on hate crimes, the County Board of Supervisors has officially declared December 10th to be “Human Rights Day.” To honor this day, the Board has asked all Los Angeles County employees to take an action, either small or large, in support of human rights. “We hold up the aspirations that the human rights of all residents will be recognized and respected,” Supervisor Mark Ridley-Thomas said during the Human Rights Day presentation. Mothers call for end to racial violence in Duarte
(SGVN/Staff Photo by Walt Mancini/SVCity)
The Los Angeles County Commission on Human Relations and the City of Duarte hosted a “Call for Peace” press conference in response to recent incidents of gang violence in the area. Parents of recent victims joined city and county officials in calling for peace in the City of Duarte and the surrounding area. *Media AdvisorySan Gabriel Valley Tribune Article L.A. Times Article zerohour.com Project One: in Los Angeles Times April 26, 2009 2009 IAOHRA-NAHRW JOINT CONFERENCE
UPDATE: TO: NAHRW and IAOHRA Members: Please be advised that after much thought and deliberation, we have made a final decision to cancel the 2009 NAHRW/IAOHRA Joint Conference which was scheduled to be held in Los Angeles. We are still currently in negotiations with the Hyatt regency Hotel to mitigate any costs we may incur as a result of this final decision. We will keep you updated on our progress. Leon is in New York this week for the NAACP Annual Conference and Willie will be in Wilmington, NC later today for the remainder of the week. Once we are back at our respective offices, we will be in contact with you to discuss this matter further; other implications we may have to address; and NAHRW and IAOHRA, individually, making plans for their annual meetings since this is an election year for both organizations. Thank you for your patience and please accept our apologies for any inconveniences this process may have caused any of you. Leon Russell, President IAOHRA Willie Ratchford, President NAHRW Honorable Mary Robinson, Former President of Ireland and United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, To Receive The Inaugural Joint Presidents Award at the 2009 NAHRW/IAOHRA Conference
Mary Robinson, the first woman President of Ireland (1990-1997) and former United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (1997-2002), has spent most of her life as a human rights advocate. In 2001, she chaired the U.N. World Conference Against Racism, Xenophobia and Other Forms of Intolerance in Durban, South Africa.In October 2002, she founded and is currently President of Realizing Rights: The Ethical Globalization Initiative whose mission is to make human rights the compass which charts a course for globalization that is fair, just and benefits all. In collaboration with The Aspen Institute, Columbia University and the International Council on Human Rights Policy, Realizing Rights is committed to convening key stakeholders in new alliances to integrate concepts of human rights, gender equality and enhanced accountability into efforts to address global challenges and governance shortcomings. Teens Make a Difference Day 2009 2008 annual Visions of Unity Arts Contest
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Our Mission Our mission is to foster harmonious and equitable intergroup relations, to empower communities and institutions to engage in non-violent conflict resolution, and to promote an informed and inclusive multicultural society. Para información sobre La Comisión de Relaciones Humanas, o de acciones o actividades para mejorar relaciones humanas en el condado, por favor oprima aquí
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Executive Director Robin Toma was recently interviewed on Telemundo Ch. 52 regarding hate crimes. PROJECT: ONE
Music has long been a unifying force between people, cultures and society. Now more than ever, we need music that champions racial equality, social justice and ending hatred - concepts that are especially precious in light of the current times in which we live. The L.A. County Commission on Human Relations has completed Phases 1 and 2 of Project One: One Love. One Mic. One Song. a program launched in January 2009 to engage youth voices and minds in our effort to more widely promote the Commission’s youth anti-discrimination initiative, zerohour: No Haters Here! Project One has been a unique opportunity for the Commission on Human Relations to nurture the talent of tomorrow - songwriters, artists and producers – and include youth voices and minds in addressing hate, racism, bias, bullying, prejudice, intolerance and promoting inter-group harmony and promoting social justice and unity through music. Phase 1 included six Music and Dialogue sessions, one in each of five the supervisorial districts. They were uniquely structured to introduce youth to the Commission and our mission of improving intergroup relations, to educate youth about fundamental issues related to human relations, to engage youth and adult participants in separate conversations around these and other related issues, and to ensure that these aspiring musical professionals understood the uniqueness of Project One as a ‘human relations’ music program for youth songwriters, vocalists and musicians. Over two hundred youth, parents, professional musicians, songwriters, producers, teachers, family members, and community and youth organization staff attended, participated, volunteered and/or performed. Youth and Adult group discussions to learn more about and address a wide range of human relations topics, views and concerns. Project One corporate sponsor, Jarritos, supported the event with their new line of soft drinks. The Commission takes great pride in recognizing and thanking all the young people, parents and adult volunteers who came out to support Project One. We especially want to recognize the legendary Medusa, Bambu, Raul Sandoval (Ozomatli), KC Porter, Harold Lilly, Jr., Medusa, Bambu, Raul Sandoval (Ozomatli), KC Porter, Mike the Poet, Noelle Skaggs, J-Dubbs and Def Jam Poet Ise Lyfe! for sharing their songs, sounds and soul at one or more of the sessions. Phase 2 was hosted by the L.A. Music Academy and was designed to teach talented young diverse songwriters and musicians to create "music with a message." 50 Phase 1 youth attendees were selected to participate in Phase 2 and placed into teams of 3 or 4 with producers and songwriters, after submitting a sample of their talent and two brief essay questions on why they think positive messages in music are important and whether they believe music can inspire and impact positive change in the world. Each team of ethnically diverse youth was paired with one or more music industry professional to learn to write and compose an original song with a human relations theme. The all-day experience provided a powerful, and potentially life-changing experience for all involved, as well as unique ways for diverse youth to come together and create music that inspires positive change. 
Special congratulations to Borden Olive on his retirement after 50 years. We wish you good luck on this new chapter of your life! Media Image Coalition Hosts Successful Prop 8 Panel Discussion |
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