Civil and Human Rights
The Des Moines Civil & Human Rights Commission enforces laws that protect against discrimination in the City of Des Moines. We believe in equality with respect and justice for all.
MISSION
We work to advance justice, promote equity and ensure the protection of human rights for all people in Des Moines through education, advocacy, community engagement and investigations of civil rights violations.
VISION
Our goal is to make Des Moines a leading example of protecting human rights and equality for all, with a culture of inclusiveness, respect and peace.
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Polk County River Place
2309 Euclid Ave.
Des Moines, IA 50310
- Hours
- Monday – Friday,
8 a.m. – 5 p.m. - Excluding City holidays
Contact Us
(515) 283-4284
humanrights@dmgov.org
Breaking Bread, Building Bridges
Winner of the 2020 Upper Midwest Board of Governors Emmy® Award
The Breaking Bread, Building Bridges project was conceived to see what happens when people take the time to converse with one another despite their differences over one commonality all human beings share, the need to eat.
VOLUNTEERING
If you are interested in volunteering with the Des Moines Civil and Human Rights Department you can contact humanrights@dmgov.org for more information.
LINKS OF INTEREST
Des Moines Civil and Human Rights Annual Report
