Human Rights Commission

LINK: 2023 Awards Information and Nomination Instructions

LINK: 2023 Awards Nomination Form

Each year, the Snohomish County Human Rights Commission (SCHRC) reaffirms that human rights are the foundation of freedom and peace in the world. Historically, on the anniversary of the signing of the Universal Declaration, December 10, SCHRC hosts events to gather and celebrate the progress to building a more just society by recognizing the contributions residents make toward that effort.

For 2023, the 75th Anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, SCHRC is now accepting nominations for human rights advocates for recognition of work toward honoring the inherent dignity and the equal and inalienable rights of all members of our human family. Please nominate one of your citizens for the following award categories:

Human Rights Award

Young People’s Award

Law Award

Diversity Visionary Award

Community Organization Award

Educator’s Award

To be eligible for nomination, the recipient must be a Snohomish County resident as of the date of nomination.

UPCOMING REGULAR MEETING - Thursday, February 2, 2023, 6 p.m.

Zoom Link

Meeting ID: 819 6111 2647

Passcode: 493653

Regular Meetings

Meetings take place the first Thursday of the month on at least a quarterly basis.
6 to 8 p.m.
Zoom until further notice. Check this page for updates.

Following are links to the recoding from "Ending Domestic Extremism," where the Human Rights Commission observed the May 21, 2022, World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development, by hosting the special event. See flyer below for details.

YouTube: https://youtu.be/OkMVOwoehQw

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SnohomishCountyHumanRights

May 19, 2022, is World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development Proclamation of 2022 World Day for Cultural Diversity

Snohomish County Human Rights Commission Statement in Solidarity with Ukraine

EVERETT, Wash., March 25, 2022 - The Snohomish County Human Rights Commission stands in solidarity with Ukraine and Ukrainian people throughout the world and in our community. As noted by County Executive, Dave Somers:

“The Ukrainian community in Snohomish County and across the world should know that we stand in solidarity with them, their freedoms, and their right to determine their own government. We will do all we can to support Ukrainians living in the Puget Sound region and any who may come to join them. The courage of Ukrainians in the face of this naked aggression is beyond inspiring.”

In addition to standing in solidarity with the people of Ukraine, we also stand in solidarity with all refugees from all nations of the world. By the end of 2019, there were 79.5 million people who were forced to leave their homes due to warfare and other violent forms of oppression. We know this number is higher today than it was in 2019 as the factors contributing to displacement continue to proliferate.

As stated in the first three foundational articles of the UN Universal Declaration of Human Rights, freedom, dignity, equality, and security are at the heart of our community. We encourage our community to join us in welcoming refugees and embracing them as our neighbors.

October Agendas & Minutes

Agendas are available prior to the meetings.

Minutes are available following approval.

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April - pending	March - pending	February Agenda	January - No Meeting

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October Minutes	November - Break	December Agenda

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Members

Member	County Council District
Noah Rui	District 1 - Term expires 7/1/2024
Demi Chatters	District 2 - Term expires 7/1/2022
Carin Chase	District 3 - Term expires 7/1/2023
Vacant	District 4 - Term expires 7/1/2023
Robert Patrino	District 5 - Term expires 7/1/2025
Dr. Gloria Ngezaho - Vice Chair	County Executive Representative - Term expires 7/1/2024
Capt. Robert Ogawa	Law Enforcement Representative -Term expires 7/1/2024
Courtney Wooten - Commission Chair	Member at Large Position 1 - Term expires 7/1/2024
Angela Di Filippo	Member at Large Position 2 - Term expires 7/1/2023

About the Commission

The Snohomish County Human Rights Commission (SCHRC) serves as an advisory body to the County Executive, County Council, Washington State Human Rights Commission, and other County Officers and Agencies in matters concerning human rights.

The Commission consists of nine members appointed by the County Executive and confirmed by the County Council. Members of the commission shall serve without compensation. See Snohomish County Code Chapter 2.460 and from that page, search for 2.460.020. Bylaws

Contact: Karen Anderson at 425-388-3460 or Karen.Anderson@snoco.org.

Click here for information on joining the SCHRC.