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RaISE Program Guarantees Job Interviews for Participants posted October 24, 2024
The Referrals and Interviews for Sustainable Employment (RaISE) program provides an opportunity to obtain employment, regardless of a job seekers’ background, gender, race, or ethnicity, overcoming barriers some communities face.
Marcus Allen, Sr. Awarded Reverend James C. Wright Human Rights Award posted July 12, 2024
The Annual Reverend Wright Human Rights Award goes this year to Reverend Dr. Marcus Allen, Sr. The award will be presented at the Common Council meeting on Tuesday, July 16, 2024, at 6:30 pm.Reverend Allen's tireless efforts have had a profound…
City of Madison Prioritizes BRT Accessibility, Partners With Local Experts posted June 24, 2024
the City of Madison is evaluating our transportation and pedestrian systems to better meet the needs of residents and visitors with disabilities.
Calling all Northside and Eastside Madison residents! Equal Opportunities Commission Hosts Housing Meeting to Address Community Concerns posted March 4, 2024
The Equal Opportunities Commission of Madison is set to host a crucial housing meeting on March 14th, 2024, at the Lakeview Madison Public Library (2845 N Sherman Ave Madison, WI 53704.). This event aims to address the surge in housing…
Black History Month Event: Stamp Presentation, Film, Conversation with Dr. Charles Taylor posted February 26, 2024
Join us this Thursday Feb. 29, 2024, at 6 p.m. to celebrate the end of Black History Month with a presentation, film viewing and discussion at Monona Terrace in Madison.
BRT East-West Project: One of the Largest Public Works Projects in City History posted February 7, 2024
The City of Madison is proud to celebrate its partnerships with several independent businesses making an important contribution to the community through Bus Rapid Transit. Coming in at $65.7 million, it’s one of the largest public works projects in…
Thank You! 60th Anniversary of City’s Civil Rights Equal Opportunities Ordinance posted January 11, 2024
The Department of Civil Rights would like to thank everyone who came to the 60th Anniversary of the City of Madison Equal Opportunities Ordinance Celebration. DCR would also like to express appreciation to everyone who supports the civil rights work…
Dane County Executive Parisi, Madison Mayor Rhodes-Conway Announce Martin Luther King, Jr. Humanitarian Award Honorees posted January 4, 2024
County Executive Joe Parisi and Madison Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway announced Ashzianna Alexander, Mathias Lemos Castillo, and Dr. Jack Daniels as this year’s recipients of the City-County Humanitarian Awards honoring Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King.
City Celebrates Construction Companies' Dedication to Inclusion, Diversity posted November 1, 2023
The City of Madison is proud to celebrate two successful projects where local contractors have completed key developments in the community that align with the City’s values, core mission, and dedication to diversity and inclusion. The City of…
Equal Opportunities Commission and Civil Rights in Madison Celebrate 60 years posted October 19, 2023
The City of Madison, Equal Opportunity Commission invites the community to a celebration reception, November 11, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m., at The Atrium at 2300 S. Park St. Madison, WI 53713.Please join the members of the Equal Opportunities Commission, the…
Madison's First Disability Summit posted July 17, 2023
The City of Madison Takes a Radical Approach to Engagement with the Disability Community this Disability Pride Month
2023 Reverend Wright Human Rights Award Recipient posted June 16, 2023
The Annual Reverend Wright Human Rights Award goes this year to Emanuel Scarbrough. The award will be presented at the Common Council meeting on Tuesday, June 20, 2023.
Accessible Taxi Grants Will Help Fill Transit Gaps posted April 25, 2023
People who use wheelchairs face barriers to daily living activities, social outings, and fully participating in what the City has to offer, because of inadequate accessible transportation options. New grant funding will help close the gaps. Due to…
City Launches Bilingual Community Connector Program for Increased Language Access and Equity posted February 14, 2023
Enoch Melgarejo and Holly Chen have joined the Department of Civil Rights as Bilingual Community Connectors in the City of Madison’s new Community Connector Program, one of the few government programs of this kind in the country.
City Launches Bilingual Community Connector Program for Increased Language Access and Equity posted February 10, 2023
Enoch Melgarejo and Holly Chen have joined the Department of Civil Rights as Bilingual Community Connectors in the City of Madison’s new Community Connector Program, one of the few government programs of this kind in the country.
County Executive Parisi and Madison Mayor Rhodes-Conway Announce the Martin Luther King, Jr. Humanitarian Award Honorees posted January 12, 2023
Dane County Executive Joe Parisi and City of Madison Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway announced Dr. Charles Taylor and the late Wayne Strong as this year’s recipients of the combined City-County Humanitarian Awards honoring Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King…
October 15th is White Cane Safety Day in Madison posted October 14, 2022
Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway and Common Council has proclaimed Saturday, October 15, 2022 as “White Cane Safety Day” in the City of Madison. White Cane Safety Day celebrates the achievements of people who are Blind or visually impaired. It promotes…
Wayne Strong: 2022 Recipient of Reverend Wright Human Rights Award posted September 21, 2022
For immediate release, September 21, 2022 Reverend Wright Human Rights Award Recipient Contact: Byron Bishop, 608-266-4910 The Annual Reverend Wright Human Rights Award goes this year to Wayne Strong (Posthumously). Unfortunately, Wayne passed away…
2022 Reverend Wright Award Recipient is Wayne Strong posted September 20, 2022
The Annual Reverend Wright Human Rights Award goes this year to Wayne Strong (posthumously). Unfortunately, Wayne passed away earlier this year. The award will be presented to Wayne’s wife, Terri, at the Common Council meeting on Tuesday, September…
Advocates, City of Madison Promote Accessible Voting in Celebration of Disability Voting Rights Week, Sept. 12-16 posted September 15, 2022
This week, advocates and city Civil Rights agencies are calling for greater awareness of voting rights and barriers facing people with disabilities during Disability Voting Rights Week. These issues were discussed at a press event at the City County…

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