Cultural Commissions
Indiana Commission for Women (ICW)
The ICW is committed to the full participation of women in all aspects of society in order to make Indiana a better place to live, work and raise a family. The ICW works to remove barriers that hinder women’s participation by increasing awareness of the status of women and their families and the issues they face; recognizing and promoting the contributions that Hoosier women make to their community, state and nation and providing balanced analysis of public policy issues that impact women in Indiana.
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Indiana Commission on the Social Status of Black Males (ICSSBM)
The mission of the Indiana ICSSBM is to study the social conditions of the state's black male population, develop strategies to remedy or assist in remedying serious adversities, and make recommendations to improve the educational, social, economic, employment, and other circumstances for Hoosiers. This commission serves policymakers and public interest groups, as well as the media, community organizations and members of the general public.
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Indiana Commission on Hispanic/Latino Affairs (ICHLA)
The ICHLA is a non-partisan state agency working toward economic, educational, and social equality, including promoting cooperation and understanding. This commission identifies, measures and reviews programs, legislation and researches challenges and opportunities affecting the Hispanic/Latino community. The ICHLA identifies solutions and provides recommendations to the governor and legislature.
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