| Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission to Investigate Racial Discrimmination in South Philadelphia Schools |
 |
 |
 |
| News - News |
| Monday, 04 January 2010 04:02 |
|
From the Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission: News for Immediate Release Dec. 29, 2009 PA Human Relations Commission to Investigate Racial Discrimination in South Philadelphia Schools Harrisburg – Yesterday, the Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission, after hearing several hours of testimony and pleas for immediate assistance from community members in the South Philadelphia School District, voted 9-0 to launch an investigation into complaints of racial discrimination. The Pennsylvania Human Relations Act gives the commission authority to “…investigate any problem of racial discrimination with the intent of avoiding and preventing the development of racial tension.” “It’s clear that those testifying were expressing longstanding concerns,” Chairperson Stephen A. Glassman said. “We have not drawn any conclusions about the nature, scope or extent of possible racial discrimination, but we feel strongly that we cannot stand by after such compelling pleas for our involvement.” Glassman cited a statement read to the commission by South Philadelphia High School student Michelle Nguyen: ‘We are targeted because we are Asian immigrants. Every day we face taunts and violence. It hurts when we are attacked by other students. It hurts more when school staff ignore, deny or cover up the racial attacks against us.’ “Nguyen and others’ heartfelt pleas for our help convinced us that we must act immediately,” Glassman said. Media contact: Shannon Powers, 717-783-8266 ### |
Most Popular
| 2009 Banquet Acknowledgements Please accept our most heartfelt thanks to every individual, organization, and company that assists ASIAC in succeeding in our mission. |
What Is Jaded Lounge? "THE JADED LOUNGE is the longest running community level HIV intervention program for minorities in the Philadelphia area," said ASIAC Executive Director Ron Sy. |
Lunar New Year Banquet 2009 Our 2nd Lunar New Year banquet Fundraiser: Saturday, January 24, 2009 (6PM - 10PM). |