Tompkins County Human Rights Commissioners:
Amos Malone
Anjanette Brown
Ben Sterbenk
Jo Carcich
Joanna Green
Lady Ajayi
Larry Roberts
Njoku Awa Jr
Peaches Gillette
Peyi Soyinka-Airewele
Ruth Yarrow
Ruth Williams
Theresa Fulton
Apply to join the Human Rights Commission
Residents interested in serving on the Human Rights Commission are encouraged to submit applications at any time.
In recruiting new Commissioners, the Legislature will be looking for members who are active in the community and who possess demonstrated experience and knowledge in subject matter areas such as civil rights advocacy, disability, women’s rights, housing, and unlawful discrimination. Applicants must be residents of Tompkins County. Commissioners (15 members in all) are appointed by the Tompkins County Legislature to serve 3-year terms.
In making appointments to the Commission, the Legislature will be taking into consideration various factors in an effort to develop a uniquely vibrant and fully functioning body that is representative of all of Tompkins County and all its wonderful diversity.
HOW TO APPLY: If you would like to apply to serve on the Human Rights Commission, please fill out the County Advisory Board application: Human Rights Commission Application Form. A fill-able .pdf and further information about County Boards can be found here.