Iowa Department of Human Rights
DESCRIPTION
CONTACT NAME
Sonya Streit
EMAIL
The Iowa Department of Human Rights advocates for underrepresented
Iowans and fosters hope within our communities by educating individuals,
businesses and government entities about the needs, rights and
responsibilities of all Iowans. As a state agency, we have a special
responsibility to ensure accessibility to government in order to improve
Iowans’ quality of life.
[email protected]
PHONE
515-242-5640
OFFICE ADDRESS
321 E 12th St.
Des Moines, IA 50319
TYPE OF WORK
Government Agency
COUNTIES
Activities
Statewide
The Division of Community Action Agencies (DCAA) addresses issues
facing low-income families by bringing resources to the community level.
We link state and federal programs with 18 existing Community Action
Agencies and other community-based organizations across the state to
effectively serve elderly, disabled and low-income Iowans.
The Division of Community Advocacy and Services (CAS) celebrates and
serves diverse populations and communities within the state that may
need additional resources. CAS houses seven offices: Native Americans,
African Americans, Asian and Pacific Islanders, Latinos, Women, Persons
with Disabilities, and Deaf Services. The offices work in synergy, assisting
and supporting individuals and underserved communities as they relate to
each other.
The Division of Criminal and Juvenile Justice Planning (CJJP) conducts
research, planning, data coordination, and information clearinghouse
functions for the state's justice system. By overlaying research and
statistics on policies and practices, we often see ways to gain better
results. Then we work with internal and external partners to advise, assist,
inform and advocate.
HOW TO HELP
Iowans are encouraged to explore each division's section on their website
to learn more about the work of the Iowa Department of Human Rights, or
to contact them directly with questions or to explore opportunities to work
together.
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