Erie County Human Relations Commission (6 Articles with 3,832 total views)
The Erie County Human Relations Commission works to eliminate discrimination in employment, housing and public accommodations. The Commission investigates claims of unlawful discrimination to ensure the equal opportunities for all persons.
December, 2025
Erie County Human Relations Commission to Host "Next in Line: Being Black (and Young) in Erie" Panel
November, 2025
Erie County Human Relations Commission Announces Open House at New Downtown Location
ERIE, PA (October 14, 2025) - The Erie County Human Relations Commission (ECHRC) is excited to invite the public to an Open House on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Commission's new office located at 24 West 8th Street, Erie, PA 16501.
September, 2025
Erie County Human Relations Commission Hosts Event on Disability Rights and Protections
Erie, PA - 8/25/2025 - The Erie County Human Relations Commission (HRC) is proud to announce an upcoming workshop, "Advancing Access and Inclusion: Disability as a Protected Class," on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, at 4:30 p.m. The event will be held at the Admiral Room, Erie County Library, 160 E. Front St., Erie, PA 16507.
August, 2025
Erie County Human Relations Commission Launches "Being Black in Erie" Panel Series Race, Place & Belonging Series Kicks Off July 17 at Blasco Library
ERIE, PA - The Erie County Human Relations Commission (ECHRC) invites the public to the launch of a new panel series titled Race, Place & Belonging: Being Black in Erie. The first session will take place on Thursday, July 17 at 5:30 p.m. in the H.O. Hirt Auditorium at the Blasco Library, 160 E. Front Street, Erie, PA.
Statement from the Erie County Human Relations Commission on the Death of Marchello Woodard
from Kristy Gnibus, Director, Erie County Human Relations Commission - Erie, PA — As Director of the Erie County Human Relations Commission, I want to extend my deepest condolences to the family, friends, and loved ones of Marchello Woodard. His tragic death has shaken our community, and we stand with all those who are grieving and seeking clarity, justice, and healing.
July, 2025
Pride, Protection, & Practice presentation by ECHRC on June 26
On June 26th, from, 11:30 am to 1 pm, the Erie County Human Relations Commission will present Pride, Protection, and Practiice in the Admiral Room at Blasco Public Library, 160 E Front St, Erie PA . This presentation will go over what the HRC does with a focus on protected classes: Sex, Sexual Identification, Gender Identification, and Familial Status. There are 1.5 continuing education credits available to social workers as well to those who would like them. The event is open to everyone who registers. Refreshments provided. Register at https://forms.office.com/g/QXzHvh8pVh, by calling: 814-451-7021, or by emailing HRC@eriecountypa.gov.






