You’re invited to join us on July 20, 21 & 22 (1pm-4pm) as our staff experts offer “Everyday RJ”, an introduction to restorative justice and its practical application in our everyday lives. You’ll learn about Tier 1 and 2 tools including community building circles and restorative communication. There’s a limited number of seats and an early-bird discount for those who
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This full-time position with the Restorative Schools Program. Accepting applications until Jan 11/2019
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Join Orange County Human Relations (OCHR) and the University of California, Irvine (UCI) for a five-part, free online training that will offer tools and resources for how to combat online extremism. Using modules developed as part of UC Irvine’s Confronting Digital Extremism initiative, UCI is partnering with OCHR to provide an interactive training for the community. With the increase in violence against Asian-Americans and Pacific
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High School Students are invited to join us as we examine the uncomfortable and intertwined history of imperialism and immigration in the United States. There is no cost for this online session. REGISTER NOW!
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The 2021 Youth Leadership Institute will be held virtually and take place from 6/28/21 through 7/01/21 (9am – 1pm) with the graduation to be held on July 2. The week long institute is offered to any OC high school student at NO COST. Space is limited, apply early! The deadline is May 31. Visit our Youth Leadership Institute page to
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We were saddened to learn of the death of Robert Johnson, a tireless advocate for fair housing in Orange County. Bob collaborated with OC Human Relations on many initiatives and was recognized, alongside Dorothy Mulkey, with an OC Human Relations Awards for his efforts in 2014. Bob’s 2014 Award was introduced as follows: Robert Johnson has been deeply involved in advocacy
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The County of Orange and Orange County (OC) Human Relations Commission are inviting the public to participate in Addressing Race-Based Hate Together, a series of virtual stakeholder input meetings focused on racism in the Orange County community. These meetings are in response to the OC Board of Supervisors unanimously approving resolutions to stand in solidarity to denounce all hate crimes
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After a spate of hate activity, including white nationalist leafletting, and attacks targeting Asian Americans OC Human Relations Council is asking local organizations and leaders to sign a statement of solidarity. So far, the statement has over 170 signatories.
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OC Human Relations is pleased to present a series of online Social Justice Education sessions for OC High School students. During our April session we will be explore the gender messaging we receive on a daily basis and the impact they have on our lives. Please join us in a safe and respectful place where you can learn, network and
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BRIDGES Team Receives a “Partners in Educational Excellence” award from the OC Region 17 of the Association of California School Administrators for their work in the Anaheim Union High School District! In 2020 our BRIDGES School Team received a Partners In Education Award from the Association Of California School Administrators for their efforts in Anaheim Union High School District. Because of
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OC Human Relations now has a new name. We are GroundSwell!
Use the link below to visit our landing page and learn more about this exciting announcement!