Tag: East Brunswick Human Relations Council
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East Brunswick Council recognizes Juneteenth with honorary proclamation
EAST BRUNSWICK – In honor of Juneteenth, members of the East Brunswick Township Council presented a proclamation acknowledging the holiday’s history and significance. On June 13, Councilwoman Dana Zimbicki took the podium to deliver the proclamation to fellow council members and members of East Brunswick’s Human Relations Council (EBHRC). Formed in 1991, the council was…
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East Brunswick Cub Scouts show how ‘Diversity Rocks’
Cub Scouts from Pack 501 in East Brunswick painted rocks for the Diversity Rocks project of the East Brunswick Human Relations Council (EBHRC), and 1,818 remembrance stones for the Lost Souls Public Memorial Project. During the event on Aug. 1, Jenna Leigh Lucy spoke about disabilities awareness. EBHRC Chair Emeritus Elayne Risley spoke about the…
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East Brunswick Ramadan event focuses on humanity, guidance, mercy
EAST BRUNSWICK–With the worldwide pandemic slowly coming into the rearview mirror, East Brunswick Mayor Brad Cohen said the world has had a chance to understand the meaning and the purpose for humility and sharing, whether it’s food insecurity, social injustice, income inequality, or homelessness, that cannot be done alone. “Together, we have an enormous capacity…
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East Brunswick to hold virtual Unity Walk tonight
The East Brunswick Virtual Unity Walk will take place tonight, Nov. 12, at 7:30 p.m. via Facebook Live. The evening will include speeches from Mayor Brad Cohen and Patrolman Reginald Wright, discussions about unity, and a montage of videos submitted by residents. Hosted by the East Brunswick Human Relations Council. Visit Facebook under the East…
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East Brunswick police chief discusses race and law enforcement during virtual town hall
EAST BRUNSWICK–In response to the death of George Floyd and the ongoing nationwide protests, the East Brunswick Human Relations Council (EBHRC) held a virtual East Brunswick Police Department (EBPD) Town Hall. Floyd was an unarmed African American man who died after Minneapolis Police Officer Derek Chauvin knelt on the back of his neck for almost…
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East Brunswick Human Relations Council highlights residents’ volunteer work during COVID-19 crisis
EAST BRUNSWICK–Showcasing stories of volunteerism throughout the township, the East Brunswick Human Relations Council (EBHRC) held a “Unity in the Community” event via Facebook Live. As part of the EBHRC’s Coffee and Conversation series, four panelists shared their stories on April 14 about how they are helping the community during the COVID-19 pandemic. Panelists included…
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East Brunswick Council honors community project for slave memorial
EAST BRUNSWICK– The Lost Souls Public Memorial Project would honor approximately 200 African Americans who were sold into slavery by Judge Jacob Van Wickle in 1818 by building a memorial at the East Brunswick Municipal Complex. “East Brunswick extends back in time to when the indigenous people of America once settled along the rivers and the…
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Residents, experts speak face-to-face about how to combat bias
EAST BRUNSWICK – Addressing bias, stereotypes and local demographic changes, the East Brunswick Human Relations Council hosted its first “Conversation and Coffee” event. The first in a series of programs, “Conversation and Coffee: Bias and Stereotypes in Our Town” sought to engage residents in a conversation about biases and stereotypes and how the community can…
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East Brunswick Human Relations Council encourages diversity, inclusion
EAST BRUNSWICK–Striving to create stronger bonds of communication and understanding, the East Brunswick Human Relations Council (EBHRC) continues to unify residents. The purpose of the EBHRC is to promote communication, respect and understanding among the diverse members of the broader East Brunswick community toward the goal of creating and maintaining a community in which diversity is celebrated…