HomeMy WebLinkAbout2011-11-09 PACKET 05.THE COTTAGE GROVE
HUMAN SERVICES / HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
STRATEGIC PLAN
2010
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Our community will be a welcoming place of equality and respect for
all, empowering people to enjoy fulfilling and productive lives.
MISSION
The Commission will facilitate communication between community
members and the City Council and raise awareness of human services
and human rights through such activities as:
Promoting equal opportunities in education, employment, access to public
accommodations and public services, access to credit, and the acquisition use and
disposition of real property.
Providing education and training to all community members and stakeholders
regarding the promotion of human rights and access to human services for all the
residents of Cottage Grove without distinctions based on race, color, creed,
religion, national origin, sex, marital status, disability, sexual orientation,
age and status with regard to public assistance.
• Assisting all community members in securing information and referrals on
government agencies, not - for -profit organizations and other resources providing
assistance on matters of human rights enforcement and human services.
Encouraging all citizens to become better informed concerning the promotion and
respect for human rights in order to eliminate misconceptions and stereotypes.
Networking with other human rights commissions, government agencies and
community service organizations in order to coordinate activities and promote
collaboration.
Documenting and reporting to the City Council concerns and recommendations
from community members on matters related to human rights and human services.
Facilitating and promotion meaningful interaction between individuals
representing the diversity of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex,
marital status, disability, sexual orientation, age and status with regard to
public assistance found amongst the residents of Cottage Grove in order to foster
mutual understanding amongst all members of our community.
Link to the MN Dept. of Human Right's page with references /citations to MN laws
against discrimination
http: / /www.humanriiahts. state.mn.us /vouni2hts /nilna.html
(The following initiatives were discussed as ways to accomplish the Mission)
Strategic Initiatives
A. Provide education and training on human rights issues:
1. Develop a speaker's forum and calendar
2. Identify and disseminate resources regarding protection of human rights
3. Assist in cultural diversity training
4. Enhance media outreach: increase discussion and visibility of human
rights and diversity issues; develop and /or update the Cottage Grove
HS/HR Commission's page on the City's webpage
5. Coordinate increasing awareness of issues regarding diversity within the
community
6. Assist with heritage appreciation
B. Provide assistance and leadership on City requested projects
1. Provide advice and counsel
2. Propose ordinance suggestions
3. Meet with stakeholders
4. Ensure that City personnel policies are followed