Tacoma City Council is on the lookout for individuals keen to bring about change, as they announce four vacant spots on the Human Rights Commission. The openings include three member positions and one specially designated Emerging Leader position aimed at applicants between the ages of 16 and 24. The chosen candidates are set to become representatives for the general public, channeling voices from various spheres including students, labor groups, and the housing industry, among others, as stated on the city’s website.
As laid out in the city’s announcement, the Tacoma Human Rights Commission is tasked with addressing pivotal tasks such as studying, mediating, and investigating community issues stemming from discrimination. Their purview extends across numerous grounds — from race and sex to disability and military status. The commission’s work is reflective of the broader societal matrix, wherein, discords and inequities bubble to the surface, seeking redress and recognition. The city underscores an inclusive approach in its recruitment drive, prompting BIPOC, LGBTQ+ individuals, and those from varying demographics to step forward.
Whoever earns a spot on the commission will not only contribute to the city’s efforts toward equity and anti-racism but will also undergo mandatory training. Newly appointed members have a 90-day window to complete training in the Open Public Meetings Act and Public Records Act — programs helmed by the Washington State Office of the Attorney General…