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The Human Rights Commission of Austin (Texas) (hereafter the "Commission") was established on October 5, 1967, by the City of Austin Ordinance 671005-B. The current version of the ordinance can be found at Section 2-1-148〔(Section 2-1-148 of ''The Code of the City of Austin, Texas'' )〕 of ''The Code of the City of Austin, Texas''.〔(The Code of the City of Austin, Texas )〕 The Commission is responsible for securing for all individuals in the city freedom from discrimination because of race, color, disability, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, or age. The primary goal of the seven Commission members〔(List of the members of the Austin Human Rights Commission )〕 is to promote and enforce fair treatment of all individuals in the areas of employment, housing, and public accommodations. The Commission has adopted important bylaws〔(Bylaws of the Austin Human Rights Commission )〕 to govern its duties and procedures. ==General duties== The Commission advises and consults with the Austin City Council on all matters involving racial, religious, or ethnic discrimination. The Commission also recommends to the council legislation designed to eliminate prejudice and discrimination. The Commission advises all City of Austin departments, boards, and regulatory agencies to assure effective compliance with non-discrimination policies and orders. The Commission recommends to the Austin city manager ways to improve the ability of city departments and agencies to protect all persons and groups against discrimination. The Commission helps train city employees to use methods that result in respect for equal rights and equal treatment. The Commission also cooperates with the police department to develop and include human rights courses in the police training curriculum. The Commission holds public hearings to determine the status and treatment of racial, religious, and ethnic groups in the city and the best means to improve human relations. To lessen tensions and improve understanding in the community, the Commission initiates and facilitates discussions and negotiations between individuals and groups. When needed to carry out specific programs, the Commission aids in the creation of local community groups. The Commission conducts educational programs to promote equal treatment, opportunity, and understanding. The Commission also sponsors meetings and courses of instruction to help solve human relations problems. 抄文引用元・出典: フリー百科事典『 ウィキペディア（Wikipedia）』 ■ウィキペディアで「Human Rights Commission of Austin (Texas)」の詳細全文を読む スポンサード リンク
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