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Tompkins County Human Rights Office Seeks New Vision

7/6/2025

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The Tompkins County Office of Human Rights is in a transformative phase following the retirement of its director. Volunteers from the Human Rights Commission are stepping up, pushing for a fresh vision that merges the office with the Community Justice Center. Meanwhile, county legislators are weighing funding options to ensure a clear and impactful future for the office.

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Story summary

The Tompkins County Office of Human Rights is in a transformative phase following the retirement of its director. Volunteers from the Human Rights Commission are stepping up, pushing for a fresh vision that merges the office with the Community Justice Center. Meanwhile, county legislators are weighing funding options to ensure a clear and impactful future for the office.