Idaho Human Rights Commission

01/16/2026

Join us at the State Capitol Rotunda for our annual Martin Luther King Jr. - Idaho Human Rights Day Celebration. Lt. Gov. Scott Bedke will join Idaho Human Rights Commission (IHRC) Administrator Benjamin Earwicker and IHRC Commissioners at the event.

03/17/2025

📢 We're Hiring! Join Our Team at the Idaho Human Rights Commission!

Are you looking for an opportunity to start your career in state government? Do you enjoy interacting with people and providing excellent customer service? If so, we have the perfect position for you!

The Idaho Human Rights Commission is hiring a Technical Records Specialist 2 for our front desk position. This is a bilingual role with great benefits and a chance to make a meaningful impact in our community.

🔹 What We’re Looking For:
✔️ Friendly and welcoming personality
✔️ Strong communication skills
✔️ Ability to assist the public and handle administrative tasks
✔️ Bilingual skills required- Spanish and English

This is your chance to get your foot in the door with Idaho state employment and build a fulfilling career!

⏳ Apply now before the deadline! Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity!

📌 Learn more and apply here:

TECH RECORDS SPEC 2 in Boise, Idaho, United States

01/21/2025

We are proud to share our culture through danza, celebrating unity and supporting human rights for all. Together, we honor diversity and stand for justice. Thank you Idaho Human Rights Commission for inviting us to join the MLK Celebration.

01/17/2025

🌟 YOU’RE INVITED! Celebrate MLK - Idaho Human Rights Day at the State Capitol! 🌟

📅 Mark Your Calendar: Monday, Jan. 20
📍 Where: State Capitol, 2nd Floor Rotunda
⏰ When: Noon – 1 PM

Let’s come together as a community to honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and celebrate Idaho Human Rights Day in a truly unforgettable way!

✨ Why You’ll Want to Be There:
🗣️ Hear inspiring words from Lt. Gov. Scott Bedke and the extraordinary Dr. Mamie Oliver, a trailblazer in education and advocacy.
🎶 Experience vibrant performances from the Boise State University Trumpet Studio, Common Ground Community Chorus, and an incredible lineup of cultural dance groups, including the Oinkari Basque Dancers, Boise Chinese Traditional Dance Group, Danza Azteca Tonatiuh, and Odissi Natya Sala Boise!

🎨 Get Involved & Give Back:
Visit the Serve Idaho Service Table to:
💌 Create uplifting cards for those in need.
🎁 Donate items to support Meals on Wheels, Boise Community Schools, and the BSU Food Pantry!

Items We Need:

🩲 Children’s underwear (sizes 6-16)
💧 Reusable water bottles
🍎 Breakfast bars, granola bars, fruit cups, snacks
🥣 Cereal or oatmeal
💡 This isn’t just an event—it’s a celebration of hope, unity, and action. Together, we can honor Dr. King’s dream and make a difference right here in Idaho!

✨ Bring your family, your friends, and your giving spirit. Let’s celebrate, serve, and unite!

📣 Share this post and help spread the word! We’ll see you at the Capitol! 💛

01/15/2025

Celebrate MLK Jr. – Idaho Human Rights Day

📅 Monday, January 20, 2025
🌟 This year marks 38 years of Idaho commemorating Martin Luther King Jr. – Idaho Human Rights Day, a time to reflect on Dr. King’s vision of equality and promote civil and human rights for all.

🕛 Event Details
⏰ Noon to 1 p.m.
📍 State Capitol Building – Second-Floor Rotunda
Governor's Proclamation -Lt. Governor Scott Bedke

🎤 Keynote Speaker: Mamie Oliver, Ph.D.

🎶 Special Performances:

Andrew Kinsey singing the National Anthem
Boise State University Trumpet Studio (Directed by Derek Ganong)
Common Ground Community Chorus
Oinkari Basque Dancers
Boise Chinese Traditional Dance Group
Danza Azteca Tonatiuh
Odissi Natya Sala Consulado de México en Boise

🌍 Let’s come together to celebrate Dr. King’s legacy, break down barriers, and unite in service and hope.

✨ This inspiring event is free and open to all. Join us!

01/14/2025

Join us at the State Capitol Rotunda for our annual Martin Luther King Jr. - Idaho Human Rights Day Celebration. Gov. Brad Little will join Maime Oliver, Ph.D, for the event. Oliver is an ordained minister, educator, psychotherapist and author. She served as a tenured professor of social work and as the internship coordinator at Northwest Nazarene University in Nampa, Idaho.

01/13/2025

A Voice to Remember

We’re thrilled to announce that Andrew Kinsey will open the MLK - Idaho Human Rights Day celebration by singing the National Anthem!

Andrew has been captivating audiences with his powerful voice and patriotic spirit since he began performing publicly in 2023. He has delivered unforgettable renditions of the National Anthem at events like:
✨ The MLK/Idaho Human Rights Day Governor's Address at the State Capitol
🏒 Idaho Steelheads Hockey games
🏟️ Boise State sporting events
🤠 Local rodeos—his personal favorite!

With a voice as strong as the American spirit and a heart as big as the wide-open plains, Andrew is quickly becoming a favorite among audiences of all ages and backgrounds.

📅 When: Monday, January 20, 2025
📍 Where: Idaho State Capitol, Second-floor rotunda

Don’t miss this unforgettable performance! Learn more about Andrew here:

View andrewkinseymusic’s Linktree. Listen to their music on Spotify here.

01/09/2025

Celebrate MLK - Idaho Human Rights Day at the State Capitol!

📅 Date: Monday, January 20, 2025
🕛 Time: Noon to 1 p.m.
📍 Location: Second-floor rotunda, Idaho State Capitol Building

Join us as Idaho marks 38 years of celebrating Martin Luther King Jr. – Idaho Human Rights Day! This inspiring event will feature Governor Brad Little and Dr. Mamie Oliver, an ordained minister, educator, psychotherapist, and author, as they lead the celebration.

🎶 Performances include:

Boise State University Trumpet Studio
Common Ground Community Chorus
Oinkari Basque Dancers
Boise Chinese Traditional Dance Group
Danza Azteca Tonatiuh
Odissi Natya Sala Boise

💙 Get Involved!
Serve Idaho will host a service project table to support Meals on Wheels, Boise Community Schools, and the Boise State Food Pantry. Bring donations and help decorate cards of encouragement. Needed items include:

Children’s underwear (sizes 6-16)
Reusable water bottles
Breakfast bars, granola bars, fruit cups/snacks
Cereal or oatmeal
Let’s come together to honor Dr. King’s legacy, promote civil and human rights, and make a difference in our community.

Everyone is welcome—see you there! 🌟

01/08/2025

Bilingualism in Lieu of Language Deprivation
This workshop highlights the importance of providing Deaf children with diverse language opportunities, offering strategies to support language development and communication. Participants will explore how the IFSP and IEP can be used to create a strong foundation for a child’s growth, ensuring access to language resources and fostering their success.

Interpreter provided.

Mark your calendar for February 24, 2025
8:00 - 9:30 pm Eastern Time
$25.00 per person
FREE for ASDC members

*MEMBERS - please email Cheri to receive a discount code before registering

👉 Interested in registering? Go to: https://deafchildren.org/knowledge-center/asl-resources/online-asl-classes/

*Not a member, join today: www.DeafChildren.org/join

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01/07/2025

A great way to give back! See below for details!

Join Idaho State University's 9/11 Service Day Grant project to assemble hygiene kits. Come by yourself or with friends and family - all ages are welcome. No sign-up is required.

07/08/2024

July ASL Skills Workshop: Numbers

Numbers in ASL can be complicated and complex.��Improve your ASL Number Skills with Lori Earls. This workshop will cover various topics such as counting, general information, ranking, ordinal numbers, age, money, time, numbers with pronouns, measurement, sports, mathematics, height, weight, and more.

��Monday, July 15th @ 8:00 pm Eastern Time�
An Interpreter is provided.��

FREE for ASDC members* | $25 for Non-Members��
*ASDC members, use your discount code. Email [email protected] if you don't know your code.

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Not a member yet? Join today! www.DeafChildren.org/Join

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06/19/2024

Our office is closed today in honor of the Juneteenth holiday, also known as "Freedom Day" or "Emancipation Day." This day is the oldest known celebration commemorating the end of slavery in the United States of America.

On this date in 1865, Union Major-General Gordon Granger issued General Orders, No. 3 enforcing the Emancipation Proclamation which had been signed by President Abraham Lincoln approximately two and a half years before. Granger's order stated in part:

"The people of Texas are informed that, in accordance with a proclamation from the Executive of the United States, all slaves are free."

On June 17, 2021, President Joe Biden signed legislation making Juneteenth a national holiday.