GENERAL PURPOSE
The Town of Needham’s Human Rights Committee strives to reaffirm the worth and dignity of every human being. The diversity of our community is embraced and celebrated through the following activities:
- Education: Advocate appreciation for and respect for diversity.
- Community Outreach: Organize community events to constructively promote diversity and tolerance.
- Community Response: We respond to issues that challenge the human rights of any individual or group in our community.
MEETINGS
Meetings are generally held on the third Thursday of each month from 7:30 - 9:00 pm, unless otherwise noted. The location of the meeting (either at Town Hall and /or via Zoom) will be publicly posted with the agenda at least 48 hours in advance of each meeting. All members of the Needham community are welcome to participate in the committee's activities and meetings.
Upcoming meetings are scheduled for:
- September 18, 2025
- October 23, 2025
- November 20, 2025
- December 18, 2025
- January 15, 2026
- February 19, 2026
- March 19, 2026
- April 16, 2026
- May 21, 2026
- June 18, 2026
No regularly scheduled meetings in July and August.
MEMBERS
All residents of the Town of Needham are welcome to participate in the committee’s activities and meetings.
Kerry Hurwitch, Co-Chair
| Keith LaFace, Co-Chair
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| Tina Burgos | Maya Buki Dabby
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Gregory Dunn
| Cynthia Ganung
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Jennifer Howard Schroeder
| Gemma Nauyokas |
Albert "Bud" Schram
| Marlene Schultz
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| Marie Shapiro | Lulu Wang |
Lt. Belinda Carroll (Police Liaison)
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