Barnstable County Human Rights Advisory Commission

09/01/2026

Get ready & mark your calendars for the 8th Annual International Festival organized by Independence House 🌎

This annual event is centered around celebrating the cultures, traditions, and diversity that make Cape Cod the vibrant community it is💖 Don't miss this special day including cultural performances, international food, local vendors, community resources, and family-friendly activities!

🗓️ Saturday, September 19, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
📍Hyannis Green: 367 Main Street, Hyannis

08/18/2026

08/18/2026

The Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund traveling exhibit, The Wall That Heals, will be open to the public Cape Cod starting on September 17th ❤️🤍💙

The exhibit honors the more than 3 million Americans who served in the U.S. armed forces in the Vietnam War, bearing the names of the 58,281 men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice. This presentation is made possible support from a local 501(c)(3) in collaboration with veteran-run organizations and Cape Cod community volunteers.

The Wall That Heals includes a mobile Education Center open alongside The Wall, providing a reflective environment for people of all ages.

🗓️ September 17 - 20
📍Parkers River Landing: 669 Route 28, Yarmouth, Cape Cod, MA

08/14/2026

Please help us spread the word about this FREE wage theft legal clinic and share with your network and the community ❤️
This legal clinic provides a free opportunity to meet with lawyers and other advocates to learn about your rights, draft a demand letter, or prepare a small claims court complaint. The goal of the clinic is to help workers get the wages and benefits they earned. Spread the word and share this post!

Read more about the legal clinic offerings by Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell and additional dates and locations across Massachusetts: https://loom.ly/y5M3ULw

🗓️ Tuesday, August 25, 2026 from 4-6 pm
📍Cape Cod Community College
2240 Iyannough Road
West Barnstable, MA 02668

08/12/2026

Join our community in honoring the lives lost to overdose, raising awareness, and helping reduce the stigma surrounding substance use in recognition of International Overdose Awareness Day.

Volunteers are invited to assist with placing purple memorial flags in remembrance of Barnstable County residents who have lost their lives to an overdose, as well as installing educational lawn signs throughout the event site.

🗓️ Monday, August 17, 2026, 9:00 AM (rain or shine)
📍Front lawn of the Barnstable County Superior Courthouse, located at 3195 Main Street, Barnstable Village

07/23/2026

Another amazing FREE resource - Latinx in Action and BFree Wellness Inc have partnered together to offer a Free Prenatal Yoga & Wellness Program. This weekly program is designed to support expectant mothers through movement, education, emotional well-being, and community connection.🧘🏽‍♀️

Women from all cultural backgrounds, with a special focus on supporting immigrant families, are welcomed at these sessions!

This program would not be possible without Latinx In Action and B FREE Wellness. Thank you for going above and beyond to provide accessible wellness resources and support to the community ❤️

📍Every Thursday from 9:00–10:00 AM
🗓️Latinx In Action:116 Steven Street, Hyannis, MA

07/20/2026

Please help us spread the word about this free immigration legal clinic and share with your network and the community - the Lawyers for Civil Rights is holding a FREE Virtual Immigration Legal Clinic on Monday, July 27th from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM

Use the following link to complete the Immigration Clinic Intake form: https://loom.ly/A-tH6k8

In light of recent immigration decisions, including the termination of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haiti and Syria, Lawyers for Civil Rights (LCR) is hosting a free virtual clinic on Monday, July 27th. Community members will have the opportunity to meet one-on-one with legal support to better understand their immigration options and receive guidance based on their individual circumstances.

Thank you LCR for providing this incredible resource to the community ❤️

07/15/2026

Grateful for our community and extra grateful for our incredible volunteers, Amplify POC who coordinated this incredible event, and all event organizers and attendees that made the Summer Festival a success last weekend 💜

This year, we've had the opportunity to attend countless local events that have allowed us to connect with the community on a deeper level. Whether it's conversations with the event organizers, human rights advocates, activists, artists, educators, entrepreneurs, or attendees who come out to show their support for these evets, we are thankful for the experiences we've shared with you all!

07/09/2026

Celebrate the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) at the Accessible Outdoors: ADA Anniversary Event. This is a FREE opportunity to connect with community and nature, thoughtfully planned to be accessible for all 🌊🌳☀️

👏 A big thanks to the organizers that created such a thoughtfully designed event centered around inclusivity and the environment - Mass Audubon, Cape Cod's disability rights and advocacy community, including Spaulding Adaptive Sports Centers, and CORD - Cape Organization for Rights of the Disabled!

🗓️ July 29, 4:00-7:00pm
📍Long Pasture Wildlife Sanctuary, Cummaquid

07/02/2026

Mark your calendars for the summer event we've all been waiting for - the Amplify POC Summer Festival. You won't want to miss this family friendly event centered around culture, connection, and celebration!

Stop by the BCHRAC table and learn more about our work and say hi to our amazing our volunteers ❤️

🗓️ Saturday, July 11th from 12–4PM
📍 Hyannis Village Green