On February 28, 2024, PDE Education Secretary Khalid Mumin announced PA Human Relations Commission (PHRC) trainings in the latest edition of PA EdVentures for those looking for an informed presenter to speak to their community or organization on subjects affecting their ability to live, work, and learn free from discrimination. Training and events are tailored to the specific needs of the organization and community, can be workshop or seminar style, and can count towards CEUs (for specific trainings).

PHC trainers are available to present on a variety of topics, including but not limited to:

Civil Rights & Filing a Complaint
Civil Rights Law and PHRC Jurisdiction
Disability & Reasonable Accommodation
PHRC Overview & How to File a Complaint

Preventing Discrimination in the Workplace and Schools
Bullying and Harassment Prevention
Conflict Resolution
Cross-cultural Communication
Sexual Discrimination in the Workplace
Sexual Harassment Prevention

Bias, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Bias and Hate Crimes
Cultural Awareness and Humility
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB)
Implicit Bias for Law Enforcement 
Intersectionality of Discrimination and Trauma
Unconscious Bias

There are also other trainings that can be made available.

To learn more about how to schedule or collaborate on a presentation, contact [email protected] or fill out an online PA Human Relations Commissions training request at phrc.pa.gov.