The mission of the Human Rights Commission (HRC) is to promote the implementation of universal human rights values and principles in all City of Eugene programs and throughout the community.





To carry out this mission the HRC shall affirm, encourage and initiate programs and services within the City of Eugene and in the community designed to place priority upon protecting, respecting, and fulfilling the full range of universal human rights as enumerated in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights Opens a New Window. and the City fo Eugene Human Rights Code.





The HRC focuses on its City Council-approved work plan, community matters, and working within City government and acts according to its bylaws. Opens a New Window. The current work plan includes four goals: