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The Iowa Department of Human Rights (DHR) brings strength to Iowa's rich heritage. Our three divisions - Community Action Agencies, Community Advocacy and Services, and Criminal and Juvenile Justice Planning - work to reduce cultural, social, and economic barriers to opportunities for Iowans to succeed.
Celebrating Asian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
We continue to celebrate Asian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month in May. If you are looking for something to do this weekend, visit the Asian festivals for culture, food, music, performances, and traditions.
Siouxland Asian Festival, Sioux City
Saturday, May 27, 2023
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
CelebrAsian, Des Moines
Friday and Saturday, May 26-27, 2023
11:00 am - 10:00 PM
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Building Bridges Community Forum
The Iowa Department of Human Rights' Office on the Status of African Americans and the Commission on the Status of African Americans is hosting "Building Bridges", a community forum where attendees will discuss the myths, beliefs, and cultural differences to unifying Africans & African Americans, people of African descent, and the diaspora.
Date & Time
Monday, June 19, 2023, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Location
Des Moines Area Community College, Urban Campus Student Life Center, Building 7, Rooms 170-171
1100 7th St.
Des Moines, IA 50314
For more information, please contact Kim Cheeks at 515-281-3274 or kim.cheeks@iowa.gov.
Ubuntu Leadership Summit
The Ubuntu Leadership Summit will be held June 19 to June 24, 2023. This free event, hosted by the Genesis Youth Foundation and community partners, is open to all community members and leaders. For more information and registration:
https://www.genesisyouthfoundation.org/ubuntuleadershipsummit
People's Law Library
The People’s Law Library of Iowa provides Iowans with an easy-to-understand, basic information website about the law. Users do not need to have prior knowledge of law or legal topics to use this resource. Users can access video explanations of some topics, as well as navigation and training videos for how to best use the website for free.
For legal questions, and to learn more, visit https://www.peopleslawiowa.org.
Free Summer Meals for Youth 18 and Under
Summer Meal Meet-Ups is a program offering free and nutritious meals to anyone ages 18 and under throughout the summer. Meal sites in Iowa are located at schools, parks, or other organizations, and site sponsors – or hosts – are approved by the Iowa Department of Education. These meal sites will provide activities, educational opportunities, and a free meal for anyone up to age 18. No registration or sign up is required. For more information and locations, visit these websites:
United Way: https://www.unitedwaydm.org/summer-meal-meet-ups
USDA: https://www.fns.usda.gov/meals4kids (Spanish assistance available)
Apply for the State of Iowa Youth Advisory Council and Iowa Youth Congress
It's not too late to apply for the State of Iowa Youth Advisory Council and Iowa Youth Congress! More information and links to applications can be found here: https://bit.ly/3HZnvFi. Applications close Wednesday, May 31, 2023.
Disaster Assistance
Governor Kim Reynolds has issued disaster proclamations for a number of counties in response to severe weather, mostly recently for Pocahontas County. The proclamations activate the Iowa Individual Disaster Assistance Program for eligible households, as well as Iowa Disaster Case Management for the affected counties.
Program information, deadlines, grant application, and instructions are available on the Iowa Department of Health & Human Services website at https://dhs.iowa.gov/disaster-assistance-programs. Applications can be turned in to a local Community Action Agency. Go to https://humanrights.iowa.gov/dcaa/where-apply to find your local agency. For the Iowa Individual Disaster Assistance Grant program information call toll-free 1-877-347-5678.
Upcoming DHR Meetings
To view upcoming DHR public meetings, please visit the meetings calendar at https://humanrights.iowa.gov/calendar. You can view a schedule of all the meetings or filter it by boards, commissions, and councils.
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Iowa Department of Human Rights
Lucas State Office Building
321 E 12th Street
Des Moines, IA 50319
515-242-5640 or 1-800-351-4659
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