It is our pleasure to provide you with an insight into the city's efforts to address alleged discrimination issues facing our community. On our website, you will find a number of proven programs, activities, and practical applications that have worked to increase the awareness of Waterloo citizens. Many efforts have been made to recognize our emerging diversity as a positive community asset. Please feel free to call us with any suggestions, questions, or ideas that could help improve the quality of life for all Waterloo citizens.

Please visit the Do You Know Your Rights? website to learn more about your civil rights.

Current Events

Human Rights Day Celebration and Awards Luncheon
This day marks the annual anniversary of the adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights as proclaimed by the General Assembly of the United Nations in 1948. The Commission decided to make this an annual community event in 1998 by recognizing individuals, organizations, and institutions that have demonstrated outstanding work in support of human and civil rights in the City of Waterloo. Awards are presented in five categories (private citizen, service sector, private sector, educational institution, and human rights commissioner) during the luncheon. Nomination forms are available at the Commission Office or click here to download an application. Eligibility includes anyone working or doing business in the City of Waterloo. The luncheon usually includes a dynamic speaker. For a copy of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights go to www.unhchr.ch/udhr/index.htm

Contact Information
Waterloo Human Rights Commission
620 Mulberry Street
Waterloo, IA 50703
Phone:(319) 291-4441
Fax: (319) 291-4295
Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm