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Human Rights Commission

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Aug 21, 2026

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Rockville Commission Plans Pride Event

Published Aug 21, 2026

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Briefing

May 20, 2026

Commission reviews rights and inclusion priorities

The commission highlighted a recent hate crime against a Black transgender woman near Rockville and discussed community support, Pride Month activities, accessibility improvements, and student concerns about proposed school budget cuts.

1 min readMunicipal coverage

Briefing

Apr 15, 2026

Commission advances inclusion initiatives

The commission reviewed a five-year Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion roadmap intended to guide Rockville’s work across city operations and community services. It also planned a dedicated Pride information table, relaunch of the Disability Justice Subcommittee, and revival of a youth forum.

1 min readMunicipal coverage

Briefing

Mar 18, 2026

Commission backs four budget priorities

The Human Rights Commission will advocate at an upcoming budget hearing for four priorities: expanding the Latino Youth Development Program, increasing Rockville Pride funding, reestablishing a youth forum, and funding community outreach materials.

1 min readMunicipal coverage

Briefing

Feb 19, 2026

Commission drafts student safety letter

The Human Rights Commission drafted a letter to the Mayor & Council focused on student safety and meaningful dialogue after concerns about the recent school shooting at Wootton High School. The commission also learned that Rockville City Code Chapter 11 is under review, but no timeline has been set for Council discussion.

1 min readMunicipal coverage

Briefing

Jan 22, 2026

Rockville Commission Plans Pride Event

The Human Rights Commission set its 2026 Pride event for June 7 from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Square at Rockville Town Center. Performer applications are due February 15, while author and artist table applications are open; sponsorship applications will be released next month.

1 min readMunicipal coverage

Briefing

Dec 18, 2025

Commission Elects New Leadership

The commission elected Gabrielle Zwi and Rebecca Murphy as co-chairs and Dominic Russoli as vice-chair.

1 min readMunicipal coverage