Tune in to CHRC on the Buzz with Lincoln Ware

Please tune in on Sunday, April 24th at 6:30AM to watch CHRC's Executive Director, Dr. Ericka King-Betts, as she discusses CHRC's upcoming events: "Stand Against Racism" (YWCA), Mothers and Daughters Love March, 100 Youth March and "Passing for Peace" - flag football tournament.

http://www.star64.tv/sections/community/features/cinciissues/

Happy Passover - Chag Sameach!

http://www.ibtimes.com/what-passover-2016-everything-know-about-jewish-holiday-celebrating-freedom-slavery-2354637

Rethinking Racism

Yesterday, Thursday, April 21st, 6-9pm, Rethinking Racism discussion continued at the New Thought Unity Center. The Future of Rethinking Racism: what is it time to let go of and what is it time to embrace? This was the question of the evening for the third installment of Rethinking Racism. Attendees were challenged to move beyond discussions of the complexities of racism, towards identifying their respective roles in addressing the issue. Of course time limitations made it difficult to fully develop these ideas, so the planning committee invites you to assist us in developing the next course of action.

Join us Tuesday, April 26, 2016, 1-3pm at the Intercultural Justice and Peace Center, 215 E 14th Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202 to continue moving ahead.

Photo credit: Dan Joyner

Help Plan The 2016 Friendship Dinner

CHRC is planning a second installment of the highly successful Friendship dinner. If you are interested in exploring how to make this year's dinner a success, please join CHRC staff at Coffee Emporium on Central Parkway Friday, May 6, 2016, 8:30 - 9:30am. Look for the balloon to make sure you find us.

TODAY "Rethinking Racism" Panel Discussion

6-9:00pm at New Thought Unity Center

1401 E. McMillan, Cincinnati, OH 45206

Nationwide, communities are galvanizing and demanding institutions to address racism locally. In this spirit, the Cincinnati Human Relations Commission and Intercommunity Justice and Peace Center partnered again to challenge organizations and individuals to make a commitment to addressing and ending racism, with an initiative entitled, “Rethinking Racism".

Attendees will again, be given the opportunity to address their perceptions of modern day racism and participate in action based strategizing.

This event is FREE and Open to the public!

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/rethinking-racism-registration-23813102631

2016 City of Cincinnati Youth Award

Congratulations to Syirra Roberts on being selected for the 2016 City of Cincinnati Youth Award. Syirra has maintained extraordinary academic accomplishments and community service achievements, all while overcoming personal adversity. Syirra was selected from a group of other highly qualified students in the Cincinnati area. A senior and soon to be graduate of Gamble Montessori High School, Syirra will continue her education this fall at the University of Cincinnati Main Campus. She is the second recipient of the City of Cincinnati Youth Award. The selection committee were members of the Youth Commission of Cincinnati which included Althea Barnett, Senior Program Coordinator for CHRC.

Stand Against Racism Campaign!

The YWCA of Greater Cincinnati is planning a campaign to Stand Against Racism from April 28-May 2, 2016. Stand Against Racism is a signature campaign of YWCA USA to build community among those who work for racial justice and to raise awareness about the negative impact of institutional and structural racism in our communities. This year’s theme is On A Mission for Girls of Color.

The social media campaign will begin on Thursday 4/28, culminating with an event on Fountain Square on Monday 5/2/2016. We encourage you to join the YWCA, CHRC and many others in the social media conversation using the hashtags #StandAgainstRacism, #OnAMission.

During the event Mayor John Cranley will proclaim May 2 as Stand Against Racism Day. He is slated to do so at noon. CHRC's Executive Director, Dr. Ericka King-Betts, will also provide remarks on CHRC's mission and work being done to impact the lives of girls of color.

Please join us on Fountain Square to show support. Spread the word!

YWCA Greater Cincinnati

invites you to take a

STAND AGAINST RACISM

on Monday May 2, 2016

at 11:30-1:30

Fountain Square

YWCA is on a mission to eliminate racism, empower women,

and promote peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all.

Join us by taking a Stand Against Racism.

Take a Stand Against Racism with YWCA Greater Cincinnati!

RSVP to: Desiré Bennett: dbennett@ywcacin.org

ICYMI - This is our third gathering of Rethinking Racism!

Nationwide, communities are galvanizing and demanding institutions to address racism locally. In this spirit, the Cincinnati Human Relations Commission and Intercommunity Justice and Peace Center partnered again to challenge organizations and individuals to make a commitment to addressing and ending racism, with an initiative entitled, “Rethinking Racism".

This gathering will be held, Thursday, April 21, 6-9pm at New Thought Unity Center. Attendees will again, be given the opportunity to address their perceptions of modern day racism and participate in action based strategizing.

This event is FREE and Open to the public!

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/rethinking-racism-registration-23813102631

Congratulations Pastor Mingo!

Congratulations, Pastor Peterson Mingo, Community Outreach Advocate, Program Manager, on receiving the 2016 CEG Community Service Award at the Excellence Awards Banquet held Saturday, April 16th, 2016.

Thank you to the Collective Empowerment Group (CEG) - Metro Cincinnati Chapter for this special recognition!

Welcome CHRC's Community Outreach Advocates!

It is with pleasure that we announce CHRC’s new Community Outreach Advocates (COA) – Britton Carter, Jackie Jackson and Telly Winbush. The COAs are key on-the-ground workers with life experience enabling them to identify target population and build relationships leading to changed life directions. COAs work in neighborhoods adversely impacted by high levels of violence and aid in reducing gun related violence among offenders affiliated with street/gang groups.

Welcome to the team Britton, Jackie and Telly!

Congratulations COA, Program Manager, Pastor Peterson Mingo!

The Collective Empowerment Group (CEG) - Metro Cincinnati Chapter is proud to announce the 2016 CEG Celebrates Business Excellence Awards Banquet, which will take place on Saturday, April 16, 6:00pm at the Word of Deliverance Ministries, 693 Fresno Road, Forest Park, OH.

CHRC’s Community Outreach Advocate, Program Manager, Pastor Peterson Mingo, will receive the 2016 CEG Community Service Award.

Congratulations, Pastor Peterson Mingo!

Thank you for attending and supporting the Confronting Islamophobia discussion

CHRC staff are spending our evening at "From Fear to Freedom: Confronting Islamophobia" at the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center.

The Cincinnati Human Relations Commission (CHRC) is a proud community partner of “From Fear To Freedom: Confronting Islamophobia”. This is a partnership with the Islamic Center of Greater Cincinnati, Xavier University, the YWCA and the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center, exploring and eliminating the fear and prejudice against the Muslim community.

Thank you to the 100's that came out tonight to support this effort.

"Rethinking Racism" Continued discussion

This is our third gathering of Rethinking Racism!

Nationwide, communities are galvanizing and demanding institutions to address racism locally. In this spirit, the Cincinnati Human Relations Commission and Intercommunity Justice and Peace Center partnered again to challenge organizations and individuals to make a commitment to addressing and ending racism, with an initiative entitled, “Rethinking Racism".

This gathering will be held, Thursday, April 21, 6-9pm at New Thought Unity Center. Attendees will again, be given the opportunity to address their perceptions of modern day racism and participate in action based strategizing.

This event is FREE and Open to the public!

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/rethinking-racism-registration-23813102631

COAs Presents "Passing for Peace" Flag Football Tournament

CHRC Community Outreach Advocates (COA) presents The Inaugural Old Public High School League, "Passing For Peace", flag football tournament to be held on Saturday, June 11, 2016, 10:00am at Woodward High School, 7005 Reading Road, Cincinnati.

Come see Cincinnati Public High School Alumni "Pass For Peace" to current students and help make Cincinnati a safer place to work, live and learn. This initiative is to "reduce violence" in ou...r communities. You may have been good in the 70's, 80's, and 90's, BUT do you still have the same moves? Lots of fun, food and games for everyone.

For registration and information contact Derrick Rogers, COA at (513) 721-0595. Registration fee is $75.00 per team.

COA's presents "Mothers and Daughters March, Rally and Vigil"

On Saturday, May 7, 2016, the Cincinnati Human Relations Commission (CHRC) Community Outreach Advocates will host a Mothers and Daughters March, Rally and Vigil titled "You say you love us, then be here for us."

The purpose of the march is to bring a continuing awareness of the violence that is devastating our communities and it's affect on women. The march will began at 11:00 am at the Madisonville Recreation Center. We hope all mothers, daughters, sisters, grandmothers, aunts, god-mothers and female friends will join us. 

TODAY - "From Fear to Freedom: Confronting Islamophobia" Panel Discussion

TODAY - Wednesday, April 13, 2016

"From Fear to Freedom: Confronting Islamophobia"

Program 7-9:00pm

National Underground

Railroad Freedom Center

The Cincinnati Human Relations Commission (CHRC) is a proud community partner of “From Fear To Freedom: Confronting Islamophobia”. Come join us Wednesday, April 13th, 7-9pm at the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center and participate in this important panel discussion. This is a partnership with the Islamic Center of Greater Cincinnati, Xavier University, the YWCA and the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center, exploring and eliminating the fear and prejudice against the Muslim community.

This event is FREE and open to the public. To RSVP visit: freedomcenter.org

Looking forward to seeing you there!

COA Escorted Teens on College Tour to Morehead State University

Wednesday, March 30th, COA, Dorron Hunter and Becky Costello, Executive Director, Wesley Chapel Mission Center escorted young men & ladies on an all day College Tour to Morehead State University. The following schools participated in this outing: Hayes Porter, Taft, Silverton Paideia Academy schools, along with Wesley Chapel.

The young people toured the campus, along with the Space Science Center, the Football Field, saw a Laser Show, ate lunch and met some of the Football Team.

"From Fear to Freedom: Confronting Islamophobia", panel discussion

Wednesday, April 13, 2016  I  Program 7-9:00 pm

National Underground Railroad Freedom Center

The Cincinnati Human Relations Commission (CHRC) is a proud community partner of “From Fear To Freedom: Confronting Islamophobia”. Come join us Wednesday, April 13^th, 7-9pm at the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center and participate in this important  panel discussion.  This is a partnership with the Islamic Center of Greater Cincinnati, Xavier University, the YWCA and the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center, exploring and eliminating the fear and prejudice against the Muslim community.

 This event is FREE and open to the public. To RSVP visit: freedomcenter.org

See you TODAY at 3:30pm for this historic moment - LOCATION CHANGE to The Anderson Pavilion, 100 W. Mehring Way, Cincinnati

#CivilizeIt

This week, parishes throughout the city gathered to announce the creation of the ‪#‎CivilizeIt‬ campaign. This campaign is a call for candidates and voters to advance conversations beyond division in politics towards mutual respect. CHRC had the opportunity to discuss our ongoing collaboration with Intercultural Justice and Peace Center, Rethinking Racism. Individuals interested in taking a pledge to improve political dialogue are encouraged to sign the pledge which can be viewed at www.civilizeit.us

COAs presents"100 Youth March", Thursday, June 9th

CHRC's Community Outreach Advocates (COA) and the Fatherhood Collaborative of Hamilton County (FCHC) invites EVERYONE to participate in the upcoming "100 Youth March" on Thursday, June 9th, 4:30pm. This March serves to advocate, improve and strengthen the relationship between fathers and their families.

Although this is a 100 Youth March, this March is for All Youth and anyone who wishes to participate.

Please join us!

CHRC Staff Members Thanks the Boys Hope Girls Hope

Today, CHRC staff members, Victor Velez and Christina Brown had the opportunity to present information on cultural competence to the amazing educators of Boys Hope Girls Hope (BHGH). Topics included understanding social identity, interrupting bias, and bottom up implementation of culturally relevant practices. We are always interested in exploring ways to cultivate conversation and increase understanding across differences to strengthen our city. Thank you BHGH for the opportunity to share ideas to strengthen our work collectively. 

Community Outreach Advocates and the Cincinnati Public Schools M.O.R.E. Program event at Taft High School

Today the Community Outreach Advocates are at Taft High School. The Cincinnati Human Relations Commission in partnership with Cincinnati Public Schools and the MORE (Men Organized Respectful Educated) program are speaking with area youth about the importance of education and making good choices.

Discussion on generational violence & its impacts on children, held on Thursday, March 31st

Thank you to YWCA and The National Underground Railroad Freedom Center for convening an urgent conversation about the consequences of violence on women and families. The expert panel did a phenomenal job of detailing the root causes of interpersonal violence, and advocating for the elimination of disparities to improve the quality of life for marginalized communities. We will continue to build community, while responding with action, to address these complicated issues that impact each of us.

COA, Dorron Hunter escorts teens to Morehead State University campus tour

Thursday, March 30th, COA, Dorron Hunter and Becky Costello, Executive Director, Wesley Chapel Mission Center escorted young men & young ladies on an all day College Tour to Morehead State University. Hayes Porter, Taft , Silverton Paideia Academy schools, along with Wesley Chapel were in attendance.

http://local12.com/news/local/local-mentorship-program-takes-teens-on-college-campus-tour