Network Representatives Meet with New Washington Human Rights Commission E.D. |
The New Executive Director of the Washington State Human Rights Commission, Marc Brenman, Met with Network President Jerry Hebert to discuss the future of the Commission and the threat of the National Alliance. During the 2 hour meeting Jerry expressed hope for a public/private partnership between the commission and certified human rights non-profits in our state and expressed a hope for a centralized partnership between the state agency and the Kitsap Human Rights Network.
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| Posted 04/23/2004 |
National Alliance Targets Poulsbo and Bremerton |
The national Alliance, a well funded national neo-nazi organization has confirmed with reporters from the North Kitsap Herald that the Poulsbo/Bremerton Area has been targeted by their organization.
In response to this news the Kitsap Human Rights Network has solicited funds for, and prepared, a campaign of information and neighborhood rallies to respond to the National Alliance leafletting and recruitment efforts. For more information about this porgram contact Network President Jerry Hebert at 360-697-3429.
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| Posted 02/15/2004 |
Counter Protest a success, Phelps is a no-show |
While Pastor Phelps was a no show - 400 residents did show up to show support for the anti-hate stand promoted by the Network and our coalition partners. More information about this great event is available on this website.
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| Posted 09/28/2003 |
Stand Against Hate Rally in Poulsbo |
THe Kitsap Human Rights Network is co-sponsoring the Counter Demonstration to the Pastor Fred Phelps protest of the Laramie Project being performed at the Jewel Box Theater in Poulsbo. Phelps is notorious for protesting the funeral and memorial service of slain gay college student Mathew Sheppard. He is the producer of the webpage www.godhatesfags.com. The protest will begin at 5PM at Liberty Park in Poulsbo on the 25th of October.
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| Posted 09/20/2003 |
Bremerton Police Case # 01-8893 Still available |
| Posted 06/20/2003 |
| The evaluation of the police investigation at Lyons Park is still available for review: |
Chair Resignes |
| Posted April 1, 2003 |
| Chair Lee Trujillo has resigned from the Kitsap Human Rights Network Board of Directors. We want to thank Lee for his service to the Network and wish him all of the best in his next adventure. Cheryl Miller Vice-Chair of the board of directors has accepted the position as Chair. Thank you Cheryl we look forward to your management
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2003 Board of Directors Elected |
| Posted 02/03/2003 |
| At the December General Members Meeting the members present elected a new board of directors for the 2003 year. New directors include Harry Combs, Jake Sigo and Jenny Dorsey-Acosta along with returning members Lee Trujillo, Sherry Allen, and Cheryl Miller. Welcome to the new directors and thank you for returning to previous directors, its going to be a GREAT year! |
Universal Declaration of Human Rights Adopted |
| Posted 10-26-2001 |
| At the October meeting of the Kitsap Human Rights Network Directors and members of the organization discussed and adopted the Universal Declaration of Human Righs as a guiding document for the Network. This document gives us a working definition of "human rights". The Network will be asking other organizations and government leadership to adopt the same policy. You can review the document under "TOOLS" on this website. |
Checkpoint Moved |
| Posted 10-22-2001 |
| Thanks to the efforts and professionalism of Phyllis Mann, the Kitsap County Emergency Managment Director, the Check point blocking access to the Bremerton/Kitsap County Health District has been moved to a point beyond the Health District Building. We offer our thanks to all of the great people that made this happen. |
Military Check Point a problem needing correction |
| Posted 10-16-2001 |
| The military has set up a military check point on Olding road at Austin Dr. which is forcing civilians to stop and present I.D. and possibly submit to a search of the vehicle. I fear that this is an example of profiling at it's best since they do not search all vehicles, just those that look suspecious. The PROBLEM? It is the only entrance to gain access to the Public Health Department. For marginalized citizens and those already afraid of the presence of authority this checkpoint effectivley eliminates free access to public service. The KHRN is working with Phyllis Mann from Kitsap County Department of Emergency Management, Commissiooner Chris Endresen, and Dr. Scott Lindquest our Public Health Officer, to find a solution to the problem. |
County Commissioners Correct an oversight |
| Posted 9-6-2001 |
| This message comes from Leif Bentsen Staff Person to the Kitsap County Council for Human Rights: It is my pleasure to inform you that on August 13, 2001, the Kitsap County Board of Commissioners approved several amendments, including the inclusion of the words "sexual orientation" in appropriate paragraphs. |
KHRN Board of Directors Approves new structure with bylaws |
| Posted 08-26-2001 |
| After some debate and considereation of various changes in the new Bylaws of KHRN the Board has approved the bylaws as amended by a unanimous vote. These new Bylaws set up a new corporate structure for the Network. As a direct result of the new bylaws President Jerry Hebert steps down as Chair of the Board and turns the gavel of the board over to Mr. Ryan Johnson who will act as Chair ProTem until the December Members meeting. At the December 16th Members Meeting the general membership will vote to ratify the vote of the board. |
Bainbridge Island Unity Coalition (BIUC) SCORES |
| Posted 08-23-2001 |
The rally against hate event on the 19th of August on Bainbridge Island was a HUGE Success. The crowd was approx. 1000, the results were fabulous. The network gained two new members, 37 signups for the BI Response team and 20+ signups for the Study Circles program on BI. Thanks go out to all of our board directors, staff and members who came and worked during this event. The Network is very proud of our coalition partnership with this great group of community minded Kitsap residents |
Voting Rights Act Leaves Senate Committee |
| A Senate committee adopted last week the "Equal Protection of Voting Rights Act of 2001," comprehensive legislation that the ACLU said would best protect the constitutional right to have each and every vote counted fairly. To Read More and Take Action Go to the ACLU Web Page where you can Send a Fax to our Senators and Congresspeople |
Volunteers Needed |
We have need of volunteers to do everything from staff a pager for the AVERT
to Doing much needed Data Entry work. We will train for all positions and will work
around your schedule. If you are interested in volunteering some time please call
Yvonne Saddler or Jerry Hebert at 360-697-3429.
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Strategic Training |
THe Kitsap Human Rights Network is about to undertake our first strategic planning retreat on September 22, 2001. If you would like to participate and are not currently a member please contact Jerry Hebert at 360-697-3429.
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