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🕊️ Human Rights Advisory Commission to host its Annual International Human Rights Day Awards Celebration virtually, December 14, 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM.
🕊️See program and register at https://loom.ly/Bfdg4c0
🕊️Cape Media will also air the program on Channel 98!
Grandmothers against gun violence vigil in Hyannis to honor those we have lost, those that remain, and the legacies that have been created in their honor
Everyone is invited to join us for our Vigil of Remembrance and Hope..While incredibly painful and tragic, gun violence tragedies harden our resolve to bring resolution to the issue of gun violence in this country.
🕊️ Human Rights Advisory Commission to host its Annual International Human Rights Day Awards Celebration virtually, December 14, 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM.
🕊️See program and register at https://loom.ly/Bfdg4c0
🕊️Cape Media will also air the program on Channel 98!
On October 25, 147 students and their advisors from 12 different schools ranging from Falmouth to Provincetown, gathered together for the annual Fall Human Rights Academy. and the Youth Mediators led the program titled “Pathways to Peace.” Participants learned about and practiced active listening skills as a tool for conflict resolution. The Barnstable Human Rights Advisory Commission and Cape Cod Academy hosted the event. Delicious, healthy food was provided by the Family Table Collaborative.
The Human Rights Academy, “Pathways to Peace”, a Barnstable County Human Rights Advisory Commission event, is happening today!
Students from Cape Cod high schools who are members of social justice clubs were invited to attend this year’s Academy.
So far students have heard from the League of Women Voters of the Cape Cod Area, who gave an overview of voter registration and the voting process. Cape Mediation presented tactics for conflict resolution and addressed the impact of listening skills on social equity and empathy.
🕊️Know someone on who deserves recognition for their advocacy of ? The Human Rights Advisory Commission is seeking nominations for (3) awards to be presented at the 2022 Human Rights Awards Celebration on 12/14. DETAILS> https://loom.ly/S0blZYw
Recommended article: Cape Cod Times Columnist Lawrence Brown writes about the upcoming Human Rights Academy organized by the Barnstable County Human Rights Advisory Commission. https://loom.ly/GytgpjI
📣High school students + teachers on ! The County Human Rights Advisory Commission announced the fall session of the Human Rights Academy. Student members of social justice clubs are invited! WHEN:10/25 WHERE: Cape Cod Academy. Details>https://loom.ly/VadVZBY
The Human Rights Advisory Commission has extended the application deadline to fill vacancies. Applications will now be accepted until October 17, 2022. Learn more at https://loom.ly/qGqUjiw
Attend the Barnstable No Place for Hate 3rd Anniversary Event
WHEN: Sunday, October 2, 2022 | 2:00 – 4:00 PM
WHERE: The Unitarian Church of Barnstable, 3330 Main St., Barnstable Village
Learn more: https://loom.ly/5Y35s58
The Human Rights Advisory Commission is pleased to announce Leslie Domínguez-Santos as the new Human Rights Coordinator!
Leslie brings experience in community-based work + advocacy, particularly with and for Latinx + immigrant populations. Read more about her >https://loom.ly/0fqKiB4
The Massachusetts Conference for Women is hosting a virtual event, "Seen And Supported: Invisible Disabilities In The Workplace." The webinar is part of their Justice, Equity and Inclusion Series, and will take place on September 21st, 12-1pm. Click on the link below for more info and to register!
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Often times, DEI initiatives focus on the things that can be seen – race, gender, age and physical disabilities. Hidden disabilities, however, represent a huge segment of the disabled community. Join this free virtual event to gain an understanding of the physical, emotional and neurological condi...
Our very own Commissioner, Morgan James Peters, is participating in the first public reading of NEIGHBOR. Don't miss out on this incredible (and free!) event organized by Cotuit Center for the Arts and the Arts Foundation of Cape Cod on September 11 at 2:00pm at Cotuit Center for the Arts!
BCHRAC is seeking applicants to fill two vacancies - one commissioner and one alternate commissioner. Interested individuals should apply before September 29, 2022. Read more about the responsibilities and application process at https://loom.ly/BGS_jFM
Is there a need for human rights protections here on ? Are human rights ever at risk here? Consider these questions in last year's Provincetown Independent article written by Human Rights Commissioner Brian O'Malley
https://loom.ly/McQsFw0
🎉Congratulations to Nauset Regional High School student Josie Gaynor on receiving the 2022 Human Rights Award! Josie Gaynor was selected for the Malcolm McDowell award because of her leadership + initiative to further human rights causes. https://loom.ly/1BXym9k
“In Massachusetts, we have a long history of standing up to hate and intolerance." Hate crimes are illegal acts committed based on a victim’s perceived or actual race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or disability. The US Attorney's Office-Massachusetts has launched the Announces "End Hate Now" Hotline for Reporting Acts of Hate: 1-83-END-H8-NOW. For more information, visit https://www.justice.gov/usao-ma
Cotuit Center for the Arts and the Arts Foundation of Cape Cod invite you to a the inaugural reading of the play, "Neighbors." The play addresses the topic of race by looking at our differences and our similarities. The event is free and there will be an open discussion following the reading.
Join us for the first public reading of NEIGHBORS, a play about all our neighbors - of all colors!
Pride Rally this Thursday at Bread + Roses with co-host Senator Julian Cyr. Don't miss out on the special event organized by local LGBTQIA+ leaders 🏳️🌈 🏳️⚧️
Following the evisceration of Roe by the U.S. Supreme Court and the aggressive stance of the court in threatening to strip away LGBTQIA+ constitutional protections, State Senator Julian Cyr invites you to join him in power at Bread + Roses for a rally in support of our thriving LGBTQIA+ community on Cape Cod and the Islands.
Starting at 3:30pm on Thursday, August 4th, at Bread + Roses (302 Main Street in Hyannis), join Julian as he hosts this Pride rally:
Enjoy musical entertainment by the Hyannis Sound
Hear from local leaders in our LGBTQIA+ community
Partake in an open mic opportunity to share your stories and experiences as a q***r person on the Cape or Islands
Join in a dance party and enjoy further entertainment by local musician Tony Bailey
RSVP here: https://buff.ly/3cRjmqd
A huge thank you to the Barnstable Police Department and Town of Barnstable for a wonderful evening of gathering, connection and community!
Another great event coming up this Friday from 4-7 pm! Barnstable's 6th Annual Unity Day event has been organized by People of Action, Town of Barnstable, and the Barnstable Police Department. We will be there on the Hyannis Village Green this Friday, stop by and say hi!
Come on down to the Hyannis Green for a day of total community at the International Festival, hosted by Independence House, Inc. Hyannis, MA!
Be sure to attend this incredible event organized by Independence House, Inc. Hyannis, MA this Sunday, July 24th from 11am - 7pm. BCHRAC will be there from 11am-3pm and we are looking forward to meeting new people this weekend 🌟
Today is Juneteenth, the federal holiday celebrated on June 19th to commemorate the emancipation of enslaved people in the United States. Arts Alive event is celebrating Juneteenth and Father's Day today on the Falmouth Library Lawn. Stop by for live performances, food, vendors, and more!
Arts Alive is coming! June 17 to 19 on the Falmouth Library Lawn
Community happenings in recognition of Juneteenth.
Barnstable County, the Regional Government of Cape Cod, is excited to announce the launch of its new website at capecod.gov!
Here is what you'll find:
🖥️improved search features
🖥️easy navigation
🖥️a new accessibility tool
🖥️new branding
Read the press release at https://loom.ly/RI94gWA or just go straight to the homepage https://capecod.gov!
Have you or your aging parents fallen victim to the may scams out that target the elderly? In recognition of Elder Abuse Awareness Day, the Cape Cod Elder Abuse Coalition is hosting a webinar on financial abuse targeting the elderly. Date: June 21, 1-3pm. To register: https://tinyurl.com/yurdnra9
Human Rights Advisory Commission is seeking nominations for the Annual Malcolm McDowell Human Rights Award, an award given to a student who participated in the Human Rights Academy or school Human Rights Club! DEADLINE: 6/30/22. > https://loom.ly/yVJHyB8
In the spirit of Mental Health Awareness Month, which is the month of May, the Dennis Police Department will be showcasing their new Mental Health Task Force. Unveiled at the end of 2021, the group of three clinicians, a victim advocate, and specially-trained officers, have charted a new course of policing during this era of police reform. Searching for ways to better and more suitably serve the community, the new team has already found success in jail diversion, resource referrals, education, and establishing new relationships.
On Thursday, May 19, 2022, the team will be hosting a “meet-and-greet” at the Dennis Public Library at 5 Hall Street in Dennis Port from 5:30pm to 7:00pm. There will be pizza and refreshments provided.
This will be an opportunity to speak to the clinicians, victim advocate, and officers in a relaxed setting. Various non-profit agency partners will be in attendance to meet with as well, all in an effort to spread information and resources to any member of our community that has concerns about mental health, substance use disorder, and the available local resources to provide support.
The 'Know Your Sheriff ' event is coming up on Tuesday, May 24th from 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m via Zoom. This event is a part of the ACLU of Massachusetts public education campaign to enhance voter awareness about the sheriffs and their role in our communities. Collaboration between the following organizations made this event possible:
ACLU of Massachusetts
NAACP, Cape Cod Branch
Amplify POC
League of Women Voters of the Cape Cod Area
League of Women Voters for Massachusetts
Cape Cod Coalition for Safe Communities
Massachusetts Voter Table
Massachusetts Women Of Color Coalition
MLK Action Team, Nauset Interfaith Association
Cape Media Center
Cape Cod Times
Be sure to register for the webinar by emailing [email protected]
Thank you to Rachael Devaney at the Cape Cod Times for writing an article that highlights the accomplished life and career of our former Coordinator, Susan Quiñones.
From her success in reforming our commission to act in an advisory capacity to health equity initiatives and fostering relationships with the Wampanoag Tribe, Susan's commitment to her community and human rights is inspirational.
Read the full article to learn more about Susan's incredible life, legacy, and family.
Human rights advocate Susan Quiñones, 72, of Mashpee died of cancer after many years of practicing law and initiating change.
Thank you to Rick Draper, BCHRAC Commissioner, for sharing a local event organized by First Parish Brewster Unitarian Universalist. Proceeds from the Yard Sale on Saturday, May 28th will support Asylum Seekers and Refugees!
The Commonwealth of Massachusetts is now offering free telehealth for COVID-19 treatment with Paxlovid! Please note the following:
⚠️You must test positive for COVID-19 and have symptoms.
⚠️Treatment must begin as soon as possible after testing positive and within 5 days of symptom onset.
If you’re eligible for Paxlovid, you’ll be connected with a clinician for a video consultation within 30 minutes. The service is available in English, Spanish, Haitian Creole and Portuguese.
Visit: https://loom.ly/7Hpm8cI for more info.
May is Asian American & Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month, let us take the time to learn about AAPI historical and cultural contributions and recognize the challenges they've faced historically and even today.
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Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month (AAPI Heritage Month) is an annual celebration that recognizes the historical and cultural contributions of
Next Webinar is Tuesday, May 10th at 10:30AM: Savvy Senior: How to protect yourself from ID Theft, Scams and Robocalls. Then Tuesday, May 17th at 10:30AM: Civil Rights & Hate Crime Training. Check them out!
Better Understand Your Rights With Presentations from the Massachusetts Attorney General's Office.
Let your voice be heard! Please consider taking this Community Health Survey.
How would you like to weigh in on what the most prevalent healthcare issues are on Cape Cod?
Every person in Barnstable County is invited to do just that by participating in an online public survey intended to highlight the needs of the financially disadvantages and underserved populations in the areas.
Take our survey today by scanning the below QR code or by clicking here: https://bit.ly/3vLgBfP
There is still time to participate in the dialogue on health priorities and health equity tonight!
Nuestros amigos en Cape Cod Healthcare quieren comprender mejor las necesidades de salud de los residentes de Cape Cod. Está invitado a participar en un grupo de debate para compartir sus opiniones sobre las prioridades de salud en su comunidad.
Dónde: ZOOM
Cuándo: abril 28 2022 de 6:00pm -7:30pm
Póngase HOY en contacto con [email protected] o 508-862-7822 para inscribirse u obtener más información.
In The Interest Of Every Child April 2022
Emily Tullock from Cape Media Center is joined by Jacob Stapledon from Children's Cove as well as Cindy Horgan from Cape Cod Children's Place.Cape Cod Childr...
On this Earth Day, we invite you to explore the Cape Cod Climate Action Plan which aims to identify, study, and monitor the causes and consequences of climate change on Cape Cod as a basis to guide and develop science-based policies, strategies, and actions to improve the region’s resilience to climate hazards and to mitigate climate change on Cape Cod. Learn more: https://www.capecodcommission.org/our-work/climate-action-plan/
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Attend the Barnstable No Place for Hate 3rd Anniversary Event WHEN: Sunday, October 2, 2022 | 2:00 – 4:00 PM WHERE: The Unitarian Church of Barnstable, 3330 Main St., Barnstable Village Learn more: https://loom.ly/5Y35s58
Barnstable County, the Regional Government of Cape Cod, is excited to announce the launch of its new website at capecod.gov! Here is what you'll find: 🖥️improved search features 🖥️easy navigation 🖥️a new accessibility tool 🖥️new branding Read the press release at https://loom.ly/RI94gWA or just go straight to the homepage https://capecod.gov! #workingforyou #BarnstableCounty #capecod #capecodgov
100 years ago today on August 18, 1920, the words “the right of citizens of the United States to vote shall not be denied or abridged … on account of sex” were added to the U.S. Constitution. #19thAmendment
The mission of the Human Rights Advisory Commission is to promote equal opportunity for all persons of Barnstable County regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, gender, age, ancestry, sexual or affectional preference marital, family or military status, source of income, neighborhood or disability, where unlawful discrimination exists in housing, employment, education, public accommodations, town or county services, insurance, banking, credit and health care.
After the original Barnstable County Human Rights Commission was established in 2005, the BCHRAC was reconstituted as a nine (9) member, County appointed Commission, pursuant to Barnstable County Ordinance 19-10, dated May 22, 2019, continuing to promotion of the County policies on human rights. Throughout the Commission’s history, it has provided a forum for the public and local organizations and agencies to raise concerns regarding possible human rights violations, as well as work to promote understanding and appreciation of the diverse culture in Barnstable County through education, programming and community action.
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EMAIL: [email protected] or you may also fill out the contact form on the sidebar.
CALL the Barnstable County Human Rights Coordinator: (508) 375-6611
MAILING ADDRESS: Barnstable County Human Rights Advisory Commission P.O. Box 427, Barnstable MA, 02630
*Our public meetings are held in the Eastwing Conference Room at the Barnstable County complex in Barnstable Village.
In the event of an emergency, please immediately contact your local police, or, as appropriate, Disabled Persons Protection Commission (DPPC), Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination (MCAD), or Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC).
Responding promptly to Human Rights concerns from the people of Barnstable County. We seek to assist by providing information and support, and when appropriate, referring to appropriate local, state or federal agencies and organizations.
Conducting the Human Rights Academy for high school and middle school students, who design and carry out their own projects raising awareness of human rights laws and issues.
Supporting our schools’ mandated to End Bullying, through multilingual publications about the Massachusetts Anti-Bulling Law and resources available to students, parents and educators.
Working with community law enforcement entities and the Cape and Islands Police Chiefs Association to build connections among all communities and police departments.
Educating about the Universal Declaration of Human Rights through celebration of Human Rights Day and rewarding human rights awards to local residents.
Preserving the rights of immigrant residents through translation, communication, and information sharing.
Collaborating with Cape businesses, the Council of Churches and Faith Based entities, and others in support of J1 and H2B visiting students and workers.
Coordinating & Collaborating with County Human Service, Community & Health Organizations to provide information on Human Rights and partnering on community-wide endeavors for the greater good or our citizens.
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