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Austin hires first-ever Civil Rights Officer as part of visionary plan

Austin hires first-ever Civil Rights Officer as part of visionary plan Carol Johnson is Austin s first Civil Rights Officer. Photo courtesy of City of Austin Local leaders continue to make social equity a key priority for the city s future. On January 30, the City of Austin announced the hiring of its first-ever Civil Rights Officer.  Carol Johnson, who has spent her career fighting for civil rights and fair housing, is the newly minted CRO. With more than 20 years of experience, including as the State of Oregon Civil Rights Director and the Executive Director of the Arkansas Fair Housing Commission, Johnson will have a key role in creating a more equitable Austin. 

City of Austin announces new Civil Rights Officer

The City of Austin has identified Carol Johnson as the City’s first Civil Rights Officer. Ms. Johnson will start her new position on February 16, 2021 The City of Austin has identified Carol Johnson as the City’s first Civil Rights Officer. Ms. Johnson will start her new position on February 16, 2021. The new Civil Rights Officer is responsible for supporting department programs and initiatives as it relates to all six of the Strategic Outcomes outlined in Strategic Direction 2023. The Civil Rights Officer reports to the Deputy City Manager and will develop and monitor a clear vision for the Civil Rights Office, advance the City’s non-discrimination efforts, and promote outreach, education, and awareness events for both businesses and community stakeholders.

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