Dear Friends of the Human Rights Council: We write this as our nation prepares to vote for our next president on November 6. We are reminded of the privilege and power of exercising our right to vote. Maya Angelou’s words resonate with the mission of the HRC: “…every voice is equally powerful – don’t underestimate [...]
From the Chairs
Spring 2012: Letter from the Chairs
Categories Climate for Freedom /Featured /From the Chairs /Recommended
Dear Friends of the Human Rights Council, Once again, it has been a busy season for us – our committees have worked hard preparing for our annual events. We’re in dire need of a treasurer; if you know of one, please let us know! Featured at our annual Human Rights Day Breakfast last December were [...]
Fall 2011: Letter from the Chairs
Categories Climate for Freedom /Featured /From the Chairs /Recommended
Dear Friends of the Human Rights Council: As we begin a new year on the Human Rights Council, we have changes to share with you. Our longtime Chair Polly attwood has passed the torch to the two of us – Sarah Napier and Ronni Olitsky – as the new co-Chairs. Polly will remain a member-at-large, [...]
Fall 2010: Letter from the Chair
Categories Climate for Freedom /Featured /From the Chairs /Recommended
Dear Friends of the Human Rights Council: Once again, it has been a busy season for us — our committees have worked throughout the summer on various activities preparing for upcoming events. After running a table and game at the Picnic-in-the-Park, we prepared for the 375th Birthday Celebration Parade by contacting many of the agencies [...]
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