Human Rights Commission
TL;DR
The Kansas City Human Rights Commission discussed critical issues around gender equity, including public safety for women, transportation safety, and prevention of sexual assault and domestic violence. The meeting highlighted ongoing efforts to recognize the city's commitment to gender equality through potential ordinances and collaborative initiatives with local law enforcement and academic experts.
Key Decisions
- CEDAW City Recognition Ordinance Discussion Stage
- Public Safety Transportation Review Under Review
- Workplace Gender-Based Violence Report Presented
- Sexual Assault Case Data Review Discussed
Agenda
- Gender Equity Task Force KC Human Rights Commission Wednesday May 21st, 2025 - 5:00 pm Join Zoom Meeting https://umsystem.zoom.us/j/98349876754 https://umsystem.zoom.us/j/98349876754 Agenda 1. Welcome 2. Minutes-attached 3. Subcommittees Reports Women in the Workplace- • Public Safety -Transportation-KCATA update • Discussion with KCPD on Public Safety - Kimberly Randolph • Disparity Study - Civil Rights and Equal Opportunities 4. Prevention of Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence report of meeting with Prosecutor Johnson - See Prosecutor’s data on cases • Introduction of Dr. Toya Like, Criminal Justice, UMKC 5. Meeting with Councilwoman Robinson regarding- Ordinance recognizing KCMO as a City for CEDAW (see Ordinance for reporting content) 6. Update on Gender Based Violence in the WorkPlace-Kelly McClellan, HWIT