The Rock Island Human Rights Commission recognizes and honors the service of Javier Perez. Mr. Perez served on the commission from 2014 – 2017, including a term as Chair for two years. Javier served the Commission with distinction, bringing his considerable passion to ensure that all Rock Island citizens have an avenue to preserve their human rights. He truly was a rock solid Rock Islander. The Commission offers their most sincere gratitude for his work and leadership while grieving his untimely passing.
The Rock Island Human Rights Commission elected the following slate of officers at its regularly-scheduled meeting on Aug. 17, 2017:
Chair - David Levin
Vice Chair – Quincy Davis
Secretary – Clayton Peterson
The Commission is seeking members and encourages interested Rock Island residents to apply in one of three ways:
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At Rock Island City Hall
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Via a letter to the Mayor of Rock Island stating your interest and contact information.
Mission: The mission of the Rock Island Human Rights Commission is to bring about greater public awareness of the ethnic and cultural diversity that exists within the community and to ensure that all humans are treated equally, regardless of race gender, religion, age, or disability.
More information about the RIHRC can be found at http://www.rigov.org/212/Human-Rights-Commission.
