Akron Civil Rights Commission
Tuesday, May 7, 2024
4:00 p.m. — 5:30 p.m. EDT
166 S High St, Akron, Ohio 44308 Akron, OH 44308 (Directions)
Akron Municipal Building, Conference Room 1
The Akron Civil Rights Commission is appointed by Mayor Shammas Malik and approved by Akron City Council. The Commission serves to provide residents with the opportunity to resolve discrimination issues at a local level.
The Commission investigates complaints of unlawful discrimination based on background, beliefs, or identity based on:
Housing, including home sales, leases, rentals, and financial transactions. Employment, including hiring, promotions, discipline, working conditions, and salary. Public accommodations, including access to goods, services, business, and public spaces. City contracts.
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Reporting
Edited and summarized by the Akron - OH Documenters Team
Board members review 14 cases including an employment discrimination claim regarding "natural hairstyle"
