The Tennessee Human Rights Commission (THRC) has released its annual report for fiscal year 2023-2024. Approved by the Board of Commissioners during the September 23, 2024, meeting, this report is now available for public access. It outlines the THRC’s history, organizational structure, educational outreach initiatives, and enforcement data over the past year. The Commission’s efforts focus on protecting individuals from discrimination across employment, public accommodations, and housing sectors based on race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, disability, age (40 and over in employment), and familial status.
Muriel Nolen, the Executive Director of the THRC, expressed pride in sharing the report, encouraging Tennesseans to familiarize themselves with the Commission’s efforts in combating discrimination. Alongside the annual report, the Board also approved the Title VI Compliance Program report for the same fiscal year. This document provides insights into the Commission’s compliance monitoring of Federal Title VI regulations across 49 state agencies. Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 aims to prevent discrimination based on race, color, and national origin in programs receiving federal funding.
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The primary mission of the THRC remains to protect individuals from discrimination by combining educational initiatives and enforcement measures. As the leading state agency for civil rights law enforcement in Tennessee, the Commission addresses discrimination across various domains, including employment, housing, and public accommodations.
For further information about the Tennessee Human Rights Commission, individuals can call 800-251-3589, email ask.thrc@tn.gov, or visit their [website](https://www.tn.gov/humanrights).
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