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<span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif">King County announced the launch of a community-led, independent commission dedicated to advancing human and civil rights. Applications are now open.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif">Today, King County Executive Shannon Braddock and the County Council announced the launch of the new
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<span style="color:#1D5782">Human and Civil Rights Commission</span></a>. The commission will advise county government on implementing policies that advance human and civil rights.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif">The commission builds on decades of the county\u2019s equity work, evolving from the 1976 King County Affirmative Action Committee, which then became the Civil Rights Commission in 1995. Applications
to join the commission close on June 3. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif">\u201cKing County is committed to being a welcoming place where every person can thrive,\u201d said
<strong><span style="font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif">Executive Braddock</span></strong>. \u201cI\u2019m excited to announce that we are now seeking applicants across the county to advise on policy development and drive meaningful change for equity and justice. It
is critical to have a county commission that is dedicated to advocating for civil and human rights and holding institutions accountable for discrimination.\u201d<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif">The commission will have 11 members, initially appointed for staggered terms of one, two, or three years. It will include at least one member who has professional or lived experience with ADA
compliance or disability equity work, experience within the immigrant and refugee community, or experience investigating or enforcing civil rights. Additionally, members must reside across all nine King County Council districts.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif">Key duties of the commission will include reviewing civil rights protections, engaging with impacted communities, advising and monitoring impacts to policies, supporting equity efforts at the
county, and preparing annual reports. Non-government employee members will receive a $75 stipend for attending monthly commission meetings, as well as travel reimbursements.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif">\u201cI\u2019m proud to support the launch of King County\u2019s Human and Civil Rights Commission \u2014 a critical step towards advancing racial equity and social justice for all people in our region,\u201d said
<strong><span style="font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif">Council Chair Girmay Zahilay</span></strong>. \u201cFor decades, King County has been working to advance civil rights in government and its services. This commission marks the evolution of that work and advocacy
from our community leaders and organizations. Together, we can build a King County where everyone \u2014 regardless of race, physical ability, gender identity, or immigration status \u2014 can thrive."<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif">\u201cServing on King County\u2019s new Human and Civil Rights Commission is an opportunity for residents to ensure that the policies, programs, and priorities of King County protect and advance individual
human and civil liberties,\u201d said <strong><span style="font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif">Councilmember Rod Dembowski</span></strong>. \u201cAt a time when our national government is ignoring and eroding civil and human rights, we must stand up for everyone in
our county, and work to ensure that all people receive the respect and protections afforded by the constitution and laws of our nation, state, and local governments. I invite you to apply for service on the commission. I look forward to hearing your voice
as we work together to take a stand for our core values.\u201d<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif">\u201cThis is a pivotal moment for King County as we reaffirm our overdue commitment to protecting civil rights and fostering a more just and equitable community,\u201d said
<strong><span style="font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif">Councilmember Teresa Mosqueda</span></strong>. \u201cBy reestablishing the Human and Civil Rights Commission, we are ensuring that King County will have a dedicated body focused on advancing equity, holding
institutions accountable, empowering our most vulnerable communities, and protecting residents from discrimination. This commission will be instrumental in ensuring that all county policies are rooted in fairness, inclusion, and human dignity for all our residents.\u201d<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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