Human Rights Award
The Moorhead Human Rights Commission (MHRC) is seeking nominations for the Moorhead Human Rights Award. The awards honor individuals and/or organizations serving the Moorhead area for making outstanding contributions to protecting and promoting human rights in our community. The Commission has established the following categories to nominate individuals or organizations in the area of human rights:
- Workplace
- Education
- Civic/Community
- Non-profit
- Youth
Nominees should have an established integrity, creativity and commitment to principles and exhibit courage and perseverance in the area of human rights. Current members of the Moorhead Human Rights Commission are not eligible. Please use the following criteria as guidelines in recommending the nominee(s):
- Designed and initiated programs to promote education, housing, transportation and other opportunities, and protect human rights in our community.
- Personal risk taken.
- Promoted educational equality.
- Portrayal of human rights values and principles in personal life or professional practices.
Human Rights are the inherent rights that belong to each and every person. According to the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, some fundamental rights include the right to equality and freedom from discrimination, freedom of thought and religion, the right to education and work, and the right to participate in the cultural life of the community. Understanding and protecting each person’s human rights is essential to the establishment of justice, peace and happiness in the world.