The HRC is recruiting new members! Click here to view the recruitment flyer.

The Kennett Square Human Relations Commission (HRC) was established in 2017 by Ordinance 936. This law protects against discrimination based on actual or perceived race, color, sex, religion, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, familial status, marital status, age, mental or physical disability, use of guide or support animals and/or mechanical aids, are afforded equal opportunities for employment, housing, ownership or lease of commercial property, and the use of public accommodations.

The mission of the HRC includes:

• Promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion;
• Educating our community on anti-discrimination laws;
• Supporting our community to fight discrimination under state and local laws;
• Acting as a liaison to community groups and civic organizations; and
• Serving as a community resource.

If you have a question, concern, or would like to file a complaint, you can fill out a digital form here or contact the Human Relations Commission at HumanRelationsCommission@kennettsq.org. 

Members of the Kennett Square HRC Include:

Jerry Poe, Chair
Susan Hankin
Dwayne Bradley
Alicia Hicks  
Virginia Smith
Linda Brodeur Cangi 
Karen Barreto
Elea McDonnell Feit, Councilmember 

Discrimination is against the law.  More information about the Human Relations Commission and “Knowing Your Rights” can be found here.

Information on state anti-discrimination laws, along with other helpful resources, can be found on the website of the Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission: https://www.phrc.pa.gov/AboutUs/Pages/About-PHRC.aspx