Champaign’s Human Relations Commission to Hold Public Hearing in Discrimination Case
On May 3, 2021, the City of Champaign’s Human Relations Commission will conduct the first day of a public hearing in a human rights case alleging that the former Rogue Barbershop discriminated against a resident on the basis of sex. The public hearing will be conducted during the regular Human Relations Commission meeting, which will […]
City Issues Statement Regarding Vandalism of Champaign Police Department
On August 13, 2020, the Champaign Police Station was vandalized by a group of individuals who informed the City that they were there to peacefully protest. The City of Champaign supports peaceful protests and our residents’ rights to self-expression, however, the defacing of public property, like what occurred last night at the Champaign Police Department, […]
News Release – Champaign, Urbana, Community Coalition Promote Inclusion and Community Unity
During today’s meeting of the Champaign Community Coalition, a panel discussion was held to discuss issues impacting our local Latino community. Panelists shared stories with Coalition and community members regarding some of their experiences, which include feeling harassed or discriminated against due to their race or national origin. The Coalition hosted the panel as part […]
Champaign’s Human Relations Commission Promotes Human Rights Protections and Community Unity
Today Champaign’s Human Relations Commission stands united with other human rights organizations across the country in a nationwide effort to protect human rights, fight discrimination, and promote inclusion and community unity. “Our society is built upon the principles of equal rights and opportunities for all,” said Commission Chair Alissia Young. “Recent events across the country […]