Human Relations Commission

Human Relations Commission The Human Relations Council works to create an environment of hospitality, inclusiveness, acceptance Each member serves a term of three (3) years.

The mission of the Salisbury Human Relations Commission (HRC) is to create an environment of hospitality, inclusiveness, acceptance, and appreciation of the diversity of all people. The HRC was created to encourage understanding and goodwill among all citizens regardless of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religion, creed, age, disability, s*x, s*xual orientation, gender identity or expres

sion, pregnancy, martial or familial status, National Guard or veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law while promoting peace, understanding, respect, goodwill, and harmony among all citizens. The HRC is appointed by the Salisbury City Council and consists of twelve (12) members. Members help coordinate events that are aligned with the HRC’s mission including the Martin Luther King, Jr Celebration, the Elizabeth Duncan Koontz Humanitarian Award Ceremony, and more. The HRC meetings are held on the third Thursday of each month at 6 p.m. in the City Hall Building located at 217 S. Main Street, Salisbury, NC in the City Council Chambers.

The Elizabeth Duncan Koontz (EDK) Committee, a subcommittee of the Human Relations Commission, is currently accepting no...
03/25/2026

The Elizabeth Duncan Koontz (EDK) Committee, a subcommittee of the Human Relations Commission, is currently accepting nominations for the 2026 Elizabeth Duncan Koontz Humanitarian Awards.
This award recognizes people and/or groups from the Salisbury-Rowan community who have made important contributions to improving human relations in the areas of education, employment, housing, industry, business, civic, church, advocacy and community service. Nominations will be accepted until Friday, April 24, 2026.
To nominate a person and/or group, please visit www.salisburync.gov/EDKnomination.
This award is named in memory of Elizabeth “Libby” Duncan Koontz who was one of the organizers who re-established the Human Relations Council in 1985. The Human Relations Council, now referred to as the Human Relations Commission (HRC), mission is to create an environment of hospitality, inclusiveness, acceptance and appreciation of the diversity of all people. The HRC consists of twelve (12) members appointed by the City Council of Salisbury. For more information about the HRC, visit: www.salisburync.gov/hrc.

Join the City of Salisbury for the "Cultivating Community Conversations: City Finance 101" on Tuesday, March 31, 6 p.m. ...
03/24/2026

Join the City of Salisbury for the "Cultivating Community Conversations: City Finance 101" on Tuesday, March 31, 6 p.m. at Salisbury City Hall, located at 217 S. Main St. This is an opportunity to learn more about how the City's Finance Department works and actively participate in the budget process.

🪩 FAMILY DISCO DANCE PARTY 🪩Boogie on down to the inaugural Family Disco Dance Party! All families, in every variation a...
03/12/2026

🪩 FAMILY DISCO DANCE PARTY 🪩
Boogie on down to the inaugural Family Disco Dance Party! All families, in every variation are welcome to dance the night away. Move your feet - Groove to the beat - And make memories that are sure to be a treat!
TICKET ARE ON SALE NOW! PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED!
Event Date: March 21, 2026
Time: 6:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
Location: City Park (316 Lake Dr.)
Age Requirements: Children must be a minimum of 4 years old by March 21, 2026.
Fee: $11 per ticket/participant - Make sure to register all participants who will be attending before checking out and paying! (Click add to cart, NOT wish list when registering.)
Registration: www.salisburync.gov/play
For more information, call (704) 216-PLAY.(7529)

The Human Relations Commission honors, remembers, and celebrates the incredible contributions of African Americans throu...
02/09/2026

The Human Relations Commission honors, remembers, and celebrates the incredible contributions of African Americans throughout the history of Salisbury, NC, and across our nation during February and always.

The 2026 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration Parade marched down Dr. MLK Jr. Ave in Salisbury, NC, on Saturday, Janua...
01/23/2026

The 2026 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration Parade marched down Dr. MLK Jr. Ave in Salisbury, NC, on Saturday, January 17, with Livingstone College President, Dr. Anthony Davis, as the Grand Marshal.

Photos- Tim Coffey

Thank you to all the agencies who participated in the 2026 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Resource Fair on Saturday, January...
01/23/2026

Thank you to all the agencies who participated in the 2026 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Resource Fair on Saturday, January 17, and to all the community members who joined the celebration.

Photos by Tim Coffey

Thank you to everyone who attended the 2026 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration breakfast on Monday, January 19. It ...
01/23/2026

Thank you to everyone who attended the 2026 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration breakfast on Monday, January 19. It was a wonderful morning of fellowship.

Photos by Tim Coffey

City of Salisbury staff were at the Salisbury City Hall today, Jan. 16, packing backpacks for students ahead of Saturday...
01/16/2026

City of Salisbury staff were at the Salisbury City Hall today, Jan. 16, packing backpacks for students ahead of Saturday’s Community Resource Fair.

The parade is Saturday, January 17, and begins at 11 a.m. The parade route follows MLK Jr. Ave from the Jaycee Sports Complex (1113 S. MLK Jr. Ave) to the Salisbury Civic Center (315 S. MLK Jr Ave). The resource fair runs from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and will include local agencies, health screenings and free school supplies.

The breakfast on Monday, January 19, is sold out.

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