The human rights committee exists to promote the principles of social justice, non-violence, equity, diversity, inclusion, and multiculturalism through educational programs, community service and public events.
The human rights committee shall have the following powers and duties:
- To celebrate and honor the significance of the lives of Martin Luther King, Jr. and Jonathan Daniels;
- To promote the principles of social justice, non-violence, equity, and multiculturalism through education programs, community service and public events;
- To encourage the elimination of barriers, which may exist within the Keene community that discourage a more diverse and inclusive community.
- To reassure and support under-represented groups who may feel unwelcome in Keene.
- To educate the community on the advantages of a more diverse and inclusive community.
- The committee is authorized to conduct fundraising events to further its goals. All gifts and donations presented to the human rights committee shall be formally accepted by the city council.