Des Moines Human Rights Commission

Government agency

Last modified: December 4, 2009, 1:42 PM

Mission:

To advance justice and equality of all people in Des Moines.

Vision:

We attempt to foster justice and equality for all people who live or visit Des Moines by creating an atmosphere of opportunity regardless of: Age, Race, Color, Creed, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Ancestry, National Origin, Physical and Mental Disability or Family Status

Responsibility:

We collaborate with Federal, State, and local organizations to:

- Increase awareness and enforce the laws regarding discrimination.
- Initiate, receive, hear and investigate complaints of discrimination.
- Provide Human Rights education/training to business and community groups.