Our Mission

To promote awareness and appreciation of the diversity in our community, and to advocate equality and fair treatment of all citizens through educational and cultural programs.

History

In February 1987, the Columbus Consolidated Government received complaints that disparities in hiring practices, treatment, and promotion policies existed between male and female workers.

A Councilmanic Committee was then appointed by Mayor Jernigan to "identify problems, make progress reports to the Council, and finally, develop a plan of action addressing problems, and make recommendations for corrective action."

After a thorough study, the Council Committee recognized that a continuous and concerted effort must be made in order to eliminate or minimize barriers, which hinder women and minorities in reaching their full potential. Women and minorities make substantial contributions to our government and community through their skills, knowledge, and talents. We still recognize; however, that many obstacles still remain, both institutional as well as attitudinal, which prevent women and minorities from exercising real choices and participating to their full extent.

To facilitate in this effort, the Councilmanic Committee recommended the establishment of an external "Commission" of concerned citizens to provide input and address community issues.

This Commission is therefore charged with creating a positive climate in this community with respect to women and minorities. We ask that this be accomplished through public relations efforts, education, and the establishment of viable goals and objectives.

Unity Pledge

In my own life and in my association with others I will promote and practice friendship, cooperation and understanding among the various cultures of our city, and I will oppose all forms of racial or ethnic discrimination.

Our Objectives

1. To increase the participation of women and minorities at all levels of government and throughout the community.
2. To collect and disseminate information on the current status of women and minorities in the Columbus community.
3. To educate employers and employees on legislation and issues affecting women and minority employees.
4. To increase public awareness of the contributions of women and minorities.
5. To act as liaison between City Government and organizations of women and minorities.
6. To work with other civic and social organizations in addressing community issues for an enhanced quality of life for our citizens.

Getting Involved

The Mayor’s Commission on Unity and Diversity has sponsored and co-sponsored many cultural awareness and educational events in the community. These have included:

• Columbus International Festival
• Hispanic Month Celebration
• Black History Month Celebration
• Asian Pacific Month Celebration
• Native American Month Celebration
• Women’s History Month Celebration
• Women’s Equality Day Celebration
• Asian - Pacific Rim and Art Exhibit
• Black Pioneers and Art Exhibit
• Minority Business Directory

To get involved, please call (706) 653-4017. Your participation and support are needed!

Contact

Reather Hollowell, City Government Liaison - Affirmative Action Administrator

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