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Director's Office

The Director's Office of the Office of Human Rights provides overall direction of the office, administration of the budget, personnel, procurement, information technology, and support services to Human Rights commissioners, boards, and committees. This program also provides funding for the student human rights award.

Mission Statement

Enforce Montgomery County's human rights laws in employment, public accommodation, and housing.

Make citizens, both private and corporate, aware of their rights and obligations under the County's human rights laws.

Provide leadership, advocacy, education, and support for fair housing practices in the County. Perform investigative testing to identify barriers to fair housing and act on findings. Mobilize effective community partnerships with residents, the real estate industry, businesses, other public agencies, and non-profit groups.

Provide support to victims of hate/violence incidents through the Network of Neighbors and offer victim compensation through the Hate/Violence Partnership Fund.

Promote sensitivity, support and respect for cultural diversity through such programs as Study Circles and community dialogues.

Initiate, analyze or promote new legislation which would further the agency's mission.

Maintain and enhance agency visibility and interaction with the community by participating in special events.