The 2018 celebration of the 70th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights focused on intersectionality of human rights in Seattle. Opening remarks are by Tamm y Morales, Co-Chair of Seattle Human Rights Commission. Panelists: Aaron Oravillo, Seattle Human Rights Commission, moderator Allan Nyaribo, Olympia Poetry Network, presenting artist… [ Keep reading ]
The Seattle Office for Civil Rights is currently recruiting to fill five vacancies on the Seattle Human Rights Commission. The Commission seeks candidates with diverse backgrounds in human rights, law, public policy, advocacy, social services, education, and business. Commissioners are appointed by the Mayor, City Council, and the Commission. The… [ Keep reading ]
The Seattle Human Rights Commission is deeply disturbed and alarmed by the deliberate attempt of this administration and ICE agents to silence Maru Mora Villalpando by attempting to deport her from the United States. Maru has been a leading activist against human rights violations taking place at the Northwest Detention… [ Keep reading ]
