Columbus Human Rights Commission

06/23/2026

06/22/2026

We had a great time at Black History Columbus Juneteenth Family Reunion yesterday!

We have some FREE books that are still available, first come first served. Call (812-376-2532) or email ([email protected]) to reserve and pick up at City Hall before the end of this week.

- Celia Cruz, Queen of Salsa (2 books) -- ages 5-8
- Danilo Was Here (6) -- ages 8-12
- Wild Tongues Can't be Tamed: 15 Voices from the Latinx Diaspora (1) -- ages 12-18
- My Broken Language: A Memoir (3) -- ages 18+

06/21/2026

Friday, we gathered to listen, learn, and share. Many Freedoms: Voices from Across the World on What It Means to Call America Home brought together extraordinary voices — and an equally extraordinary community. Thank you to our panelists, our moderator, and everyone who filled that room with curiosity and openness. Happy Juneteenth.

06/18/2026

Please make note of the location change.

📍 Location update, Columbus — mark your maps.

Three of our Juneteenth events have a new home this Sunday: Circle K Fieldhouse at Nexus Park (due to weather).

⛪ Community Church Service — Sun, June 21 from 11am-1pm
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Juneteenth Family Reunion Picnic — Sun, June 21 from 1:30-4:30pm
📖 Story Book Walk — Sun, June 21 from 11am-1pm

Only the location is changing — same dates, same times, same celebration. Just one new space holding worship, fellowship, and story, back-to-back.

Everything's still free and open to everyone. Come join the celebration this weekend! Bring your family, bring a neighbor, bring someone who isn't sure this space is for them. It is.

👉 Full details at www.blackhistorycolumbus.com/juneteenth-2026

See you at Circle K Fieldhouse. 🕊️💛🖤❤️

06/18/2026

There are a lot of wonderful events planned for Juneteenth this weekend. To learn more, visit https://www.blackhistorycolumbus.com/juneteenth2026.

06/17/2026

Panelist spotlight for Many Freedoms Voices from Across the World on What it Means to Call America Home: Ann & Wayne DeFreitas!

After relocating from Trinidad to Columbus in 1994, Anne & Wayne combined their professional strengths to launch CinLee Commercial Cleaning Services in 2011. Through hard work and commitment to quality, they built a thriving business while always making time to give back to our local community.

Come hear their incredible journey of perseverance, entrepreneurship, and community building!

🗓️ Join us on June 19th! 🚪Doors open: 12:00 p.m. 🎤 Program begins: 12:30 p.m.

Spots are filled for this event!

06/16/2026

Panelist spotlight for Many Freedoms Voices from Across the World on What it Means to Call America Home: Yoonji Jung!

Originally from South Korea, Yoonji lived in both Korea and Turkey before relocating to Indiana in 2015. She brings an international perspective to her community storytelling and professional pursuits as a creative director, brand strategist, and founder of Good Creatives. Yoonji is incredibly passionate about using design to promote inclusivity.

Come hear Yoonji’s unique insights on how creative leadership helps build a welcoming, diverse, and vibrant environment in Columbus.

🗓️ Join us on June 19th! 🚪Doors open: 12:00 p.m. 🎤 Program begins: 12:30 p.m.

Admission is free. Reserve your spot here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/many-freedoms-voices-from-across-the-world-tickets-1990565299395

06/16/2026

A big thank you to everyone who reserved a ticket for our upcoming event, Many Freedoms: Voices from Across the World on What It Means to Call America Home. We’re thrilled to share that we’ve "sold out"! Looking forward to seeing everyone on Friday!

06/15/2026

Panelist spotlight for Many Freedoms Voices from Across the World on What it Means to Call America Home: Bruna Carreira!

A recent 2026 graduate of Columbus East High School, originally from Brazil, Bruna brings a fearless, next-generation perspective on building a life and identity in America. From being recognized in STEM to serving as Vice President of the youth leadership council, ECHO, she represents the incredible impact young leaders have on shaping our community's future.

Don't miss the chance to hear her powerful perspective on identity, courage, and home.

🗓️ Join us on June 19th! 🚪Doors open: 12:00 p.m. 🎤 Program begins: 12:30 p.m.

Admission is free. Reserve your spot here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/many-freedoms-voices-from-across-the-world-tickets-1990565299395

06/14/2026

Panelist spotlight for Many Freedoms Voices from Across the World on What it Means to Call America Home: Trung Duc Lê!

Originally from Vietnam, Trung relocated to Indiana with his family in late 2024. He brings a wealth of international media experience as a former freelance journalist and a deep passion for cross-cultural storytelling to Columbus. You may know Trung as the co-owner of Cookie Paradise, a beloved family-run home bakery he operates alongside his wife, Van.

Come hear Trung’s distinctive perspective on hard work, inclusion, and building a prosperous future in America

🗓️ Join us on June 19th! 🚪Doors open: 12:00 p.m. 🎤 Program begins: 12:30 p.m.

Admission is free. Reserve your spot here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/many-freedoms-voices-from-across-the-world-tickets-1990565299395