About the Columbus Human Rights Commission
Our staff at the Human Rights Commission are here to assist the residents of Columbus, Indiana facing discrimination. The office also provides technical assistance to Columbus residents who need assistance with state and/or federal claims. The Commission’s mission is, “[t]o lead Columbus in building and maintaining an inclusive community by enforcing the Human Rights Ordinance; educating the public; challenging attitudes and systems that create barriers to equality; and empowering community members to advances this mission.”
Our relevant statutes are in the City of Columbus Municipal Code:
- Chapter 2.58 Municipal Code – Human Rights Commission
- Chapter 9.24 Municipal Code – Discrimination Generally
- Chapter 9.28 Municipal Code – Housing Discrimination.
View all three (3) Human Rights Ordinances
View the Rules and Regulations
The Human Rights Ordinance states that it is the public policy of the city of Columbus to provide all of its citizens equal opportunity and that it is unlawful to discriminate in the areas of employment, housing, education, public accommodations, or credit on the basis of:
- Race
- Religion
- Color
- Sex
- Disability
- National Origin or Ancestry
- Familial status ( in housing)
- Age (over 40)
- Sexual Orientation
- Gender Identity
- Veteran Status
