Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission

06/09/2026

Join PHRC Director of Education Fatim Byrd next Tuesday, June 16th! He will be participating in the Juneteenth event - "We Who Endure: Young Voices, Courage, and the Future of Freedom." 🎤🖤❤️💚
📅June 16
⏰5:00-7:30 p.m.
📍The Hive at Spring Point Partners, 4th Floor
30 South 15th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19102

Hosted by the Pennsylvania Educator Diversity Consortium and the Center for Black Educator Development, this event will feature dynamic performances, historical insight, powerful student voices and a community-centered message filled with joy, resistance, and solidarity.

🔗Reserve your spot: https://forms.gle/QwPHvtDwy8xFDjyu8

06/08/2026

✨The PHRC is proud to celebrate our Director of Education Fatim Byrd, who was the keynote speaker at the Joyful Readers AmeriCorps graduation ceremony on Thursday, June 4th.

Joyful Readers supports over 1,200 elementary students across 20 Philadelphia schools, helping them build strong literacy skills and a love for reading. 📚❤️

Director Byrd shared his personal journey, from learning to read at home with his mother in Philadelphia, serving as a City Year AmeriCorps member and teaching Spanish for 13 years, hoping to inspire the next generation of educators.

Congratulations to all the Joyful Readers AmeriCorps graduates!

06/06/2026

💡ICYMI: Breaking Barriers Through Assistive Technology
Hear from Meng McLendon, a licensed and certified speech-language pathologist with specialized expertise in Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)!

In this session, Meng breaks down the systemic barriers and discrimination that people with disabilities face in education, employment, and housing. She also highlights the critical role of assistive technology in overcoming these barriers and shares strategies to promote access and inclusion.

🔗 You can watch the full discussion here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JuaTbYIhd9U

PHRC Virtual Diversity Speaks featuring Meng McLendon, a licensed a...

06/05/2026

🏠 Fair Housing Friday: Know Your Rights!

Fair Housing law protects all Pennsylvanians from unlawful housing discrimination. You are protected regardless of your:
◾Race
◾Color
◾Religion
◾National Origin
◾Ancestry
◾Sex
◾Familial Status
◾Age - 40 and older
◾Disability
◾Use or handling of guide or support animals

No one should face barriers to safe and fair housing.
📞 If you have questions or believe you've experienced housing discrimination, call the PA Fair Housing Line at at 855-866-5718.

06/04/2026

✨ Last Friday, May 29th, PHRC Executive Director Chad Dion Lassiter, MSW, was honored with the 2026 Torch of Global Enlightenment Award!

Presented by the World Affairs Council of Harrisburg , this award recognizes leaders who foster meaningful community dialogue across diverse groups and encourage global engagement.

Congratulations on this honor!
Check out some photos from the event!

06/04/2026

🌈 Happy Pride Month from PHRC! 🏳️‍🌈

This June, we celebrate the strength, joy, and diversity of the LGBTQIA+ community. At the Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission, we remain committed to ensuring every Pennsylvanian is protected—regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.

Let’s continue to uplift LGBTQIA+ voices, champion inclusive policies, and build a future rooted in dignity, respect, and equality for all.

06/03/2026

📚✨ Last Wednesday, May 27th, PHRC Executive Director Chad Dion Lassiter, MSW, attended a powerful conversation featuring Dr. Eddie S. Glaude, Jr. and U.S. Senator Cory Booker as part of the Free Library of Philadelphia’s Author Event Series. The event was held at the Parkway Central Library.

Dr. Glaude, James S. McDonnell Distinguished University Professor at Princeton University, discussed his newest book, America, U.S.A., offering deep reflections on American history, race, and national identity.

PHRC has proudly partnered with Dr. Glaude on several occasions over the years, and we were honored to be present for this meaningful dialogue. 💬

📸 Check out a few photos from the event!

06/01/2026

💫 June is National Immigrant Heritage Month!
This month, we celebrate the diversity, resilience, and contributions of immigrants who strengthen communities across Pennsylvania and the nation. The observance highlights the cultural, economic, and social impact of the roughly 46 million foreign‑born people living in the U.S.—and the generations who came before them.

At PHRC, we honor the stories of those who came seeking opportunity, safety, and freedom, and we reaffirm our commitment to protecting the rights and dignity of every person.

🏛️ America’s strength lies in its diversity—let’s uplift immigrant voices, preserve heritage, and stand united for justice and inclusion.

05/31/2026

📢 We're Hiring!
PHRC is seeking a Civil Rights Investigator to join our Philadelphia Regional Office. This role is responsible for investigating and conciliating complaints of alleged discrimination.

🗓Closing Date: June 10, 2026
📌Learn more and apply here: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/%7B0%7Dpabureau/jobs/newprint/5351091
Your work will support a vision where all Pennsylvanians can live, work, and learn free from unlawful discrimination.

05/30/2026

💡ICYMI: Power, Privilege and Public Health: How Public Health Policies Get Used for Harm and How to Address It

Hear from Dr. Lorraine T. Dean, Associate Professor in Epidemiology, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health discuss public health policies throughout U.S. history—drawing on both past and recent examples—and insights on ways to move forward.

🎥You can watch the full discussion here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XLSpilj_wKs

Power, Privilege and Public Health: How Public Health Policies Get Used for Harm and How to Address It, a PHRC Diversity Speaks featuring Dr. Lorraine T. Dea...