Access
for Idaho
Robert Sikes, Executive Director
P.O. Box 4185
Pocatello, ID 83201-4185
Phone: 232-2747 (voice or TDD) Toll Free:
1-800-631-2747 Fax: (208) 232-2753
Access for
Idaho is a state and IRS certified private
nonprofit corporation that provides
independent living services for persons with
severe disabilities in nine counties in
Southeastern Idaho. This organization
provides a variety of services for persons
with all types of disabilities.
Ada
County Human Rights Task Force
Bill Brown, President
P.O. Box 1515
Boise, ID 83701
Phone: 384-3810
This
citizens group was formed to ensure that no
person in Ada County is harassed and to
provide support to victims of malicious
harassment. It also provides education within
the county to promote positive solutions to
the causes of malicious harassment.
Advocates for Respect and Equality
Clyde Nicely, President
Wendy Diessner, Vice President
P.O. Box 90
Lewiston, ID 83501
Phone: 743-1535
A grass
roots independent citizens group in
Lewiston/Clarkston/Lapwai Valley responding
to incidents of harassment, supporting Martin
Luther King Jr. Idaho Human Rights Day,
providing education on respect for diversity
and working with other similar groups.
American Civil Liberties Union of Idaho (A.C.L.U.)
Jack Van Valkenburgh
P.O. Box 1897
1020 W. Main
Boise, ID 83702
Phone: 344-5243 Fax 344-7201
The American
Civil Liberties Union of Idaho is an advocate
of individual rights. The ACLU of Idaho is
affiliated with the national ACLU.
Litigating, legislating and educating the
public on a broad array of issues affecting
individual freedom in the United States.
American Indian Science and Engineering Society (AISES)
University of Idaho Chapter
College of Forestry
Moscow, ID 83843
Phone: 885-6441
Dr. Isabel E. Bond, Phone: 885-6205
This
organization establishes a mentor tutor
program on campus to encourage Native
American students to stay in college and
complete their degrees. The goal is to
increase the number of Native Americans
majoring in science and engineering.
Anti-Defamation League
Marvin Stern, Regional Director
Plaza 600 Building, Suite 720; 600 Stewart
Street
Seattle, Washington 98101
Phone: (206) 448-5349
The
Anti-Defamation League offers consultant
services to fraternal, civic, church,
educational, labor and other organizations
working on behalf of better intergroup
relations. Each ADL regional office also
maintains a human relations audiovisual
library where films, filmstrips and
recordings may be purchased or rented at
nominal cost.
The Arc, Inc.
William McGowen, Executive Director
P.O Box 1016
Boise, ID 83701
Phone: 343-5583
Provides
consultation services to businesses and
individuals on the Americans with
Disabilities Act. Also provides
developmental, vocational and independent
living supports to persons with disabilities.
Blacks in Government
Raymond Moore, President - Phone: 832-4207
Bertha Edwards, National Board Member
7171 Hilltop Way
Boise, ID 83709
Phone: 362-7240
Formed to
combat job discrimination in federal
employment.
Black Student Alliance
James Yizar, Staff Contact
Johnny Flowers, President
Idaho State University
P.O. Box 8170
Pocatello, ID 83209
Phone: 236-3242
A student
organization that promotes African-American
culture. This organization participates in
Black Awareness Month and the Dr. Martin
Luther King, Jr. holiday.
Boise/Elmore
Community Housing Resource Board
Rod Gere, President
P. O. Box 431
Boise, ID 83701
Phone: 345-0106
This Board
was organized to promote equal housing
opportunity in real estate transactions
without regard to race, sex, color, religion,
national origin, disability or familial
status in Ada and Elmore Counties.
Bonner
County Human Rights Task Force
Brenda Hammond, President
212 N. Fourth Avenue, Suite 189
Sandpoint, ID 83864
Phone: 263-0227 E-mail: bchrtf@dmi.net
Provides
education and advocacy for citizens of Bonner
County. Opposes discrimination based on race,
religion, color, sexual orientation or
gender.
Boundary
County Task Force On Human Rights
Grace Siler
HCR 61, Box 125 AB
Bonners Ferry, ID 83805
Phone: 267-7619
A
citizens group formed to help mediate
positive human relations. The members meet
monthly.
Canyon
Area Human Rights Task Force
Joetta Fulgenzi, President
P.O. Box 195
Caldwell, ID 83606
Phone: 459-1117
A community
organization formed to provide support to
victims of malicious harassment within Canyon
County and surrounding areas. In addition,
the organization provides education on human
relations issues.
CENTRAL
IDAHO FOR HUMAN RIGHTS
Rev. Bill Dohman,
P.O. Box 328
Grangeville, ID 83530
Phone: 983-0403 Fax: 983-1152
A grass
roots community group formed to educate on
human relations issues.
Clearwater
Valley Citizens for Human Rights
Larry and Sheryl Nims/Contacts
P.O Box 27
Kamiah, ID 83536
Phone: 935-0578
A community
origination formed to respond, through
education, to threats of human rights.
CO-AD
INC.
James Baugh, Director
4477 Emerald, Suite B-100
Boise, ID 83706
Phone: 336-5353
CO-AD
provides legal and administrative advocacy to
promote independence, integration, and
productivity of Idahoans with disabilities.
Coeur
d'Alene Tribal Council
Ernest L. Stensgar, Chairman
850 A Street
P.O Box 408
Plummer, ID 83851
Phone: 686-1800
The Tribe
provides many services to its members, such
as job and housing assistance and the
promotion of cultural awareness.
Community
Relations Service of the U.S. Department of
Justice
U.S. Department of Justice, Northwest Region
Robert Lamb, Director
915 2nd Avenue, Room 1808
Seattle, Washington 98174
Phone: (206) 220-6700
Created in
1964 by the federal government, this service
works to help troubled communities find
solutions to racial and ethnic problems. The
agency works along with citizens in
communities to find workable, peaceful
solutions.
Disability
action center-northwest, inc.
Mark Leeper
124 E. Third St.
Moscow Id., 83843
Phone: 883-0523
This
organization provides full range advocacy
services for people with disabilities,
assists in realizing guaranteed human rights,
and gives information and referral on all
disability issues.
Easter Seal Goodwill of Boise
Donna Grummer, Executive Director
1455 N. Cole
Boise, ID 83704
Phone: 378-9924 Fax: 378-9965
Offers ADA
support materials as well as disability
awareness and sensitivity training for
agencies and employers.
EASTERN
IDAHO CENTER FOR INDEPEDENCE (EICI)
Dean Nielson, Executive Director
2110 S. Rollandet Ave.
Idaho Falls, ID 83402
Phone: 529-8610
This
organization works with the disabled to
maximize independence
Eastern
Idaho for Equality
Maudi Gomez Schneider
750 I Street
Idaho Falls, ID 83402
Phone: 523-0768
Eastern
Idaho for Equality is a pro-active grass
roots organization designed to educate
citizens about basic human rights. Their goal
is to provide understanding and acceptance of
differences among people which is integral to
a vibrant and diverse society.
High
School Human Relations Groups:
These high school student clubs are involved
in promoting positive human relations:
Centennial Senior High School
Barney Skoro, Teacher Contact
12400 McMillan Road
Boise, ID 83613
Phone: 939-1404
Meridian Senior High School
Tim McCarthy, Teacher Contact
1900 W. Pine Avenue
Meridian, ID 83642
Phone: 888-4905
Highland Senior High School
Grace Owens, Teacher Contact
1800 Bench Road.
Pocatello, ID 83201
Phone: 237-1300
Pocatello Senior High School
Larry Jones, Teacher Contact
325 N. Arthur Avenue
Pocatello, ID 83204
Phone: 233-2056
Bishop Kelly High School
Mary Crum, Teacher Contact
7009 Franklin Road
Boise,ID 83709
Phone: 375-6010
Capital High School
Mrs. Rhonda Zaph
8055 Goddard Road
Boise, ID 83704
Phone: 322-3875
Hispanic
Awareness Leadership Organization (HALO)
Idaho State University
Campus. Box 8170
Pocatello, ID 83209-8170
Phone: 236-4441
Formed to
promote the academic well-being of Hispanic
students as well as Hispanic leadership and
culture at I.S.U. The organization sponsors
events such as Cinco de Mayo and high school
and community outreach programs.
Hispanic
Business Association
John Edwards, President
1904 East Chicago
Caldwell, ID 83605
Phone: 455-9659 Fax: 455-9653
To provide a
forum for Hispanic professionals to promote
the advancement and development of Hispanics
in the business world, by expanding education
and business opportunities for the Hispanic
population of southwest Idaho, eastern Oregon
and the Northwest United States.
Hispanic
Collegians of Idaho (HCI)
A coalition of Idaho universities
and colleges that promotes and preserves the
Hispanic culture. Committed to addressing the
needs of the Hispanic community, promoting
higher education and obtaining academic
excellence.
BSU:
Carmen Hernandez
Organizacion de Esutdiantes
Latino-Americanos (OLEA)
1910 University Drive
Boise, ID 83705
Phone: 385-3825 (w)
U
of I:
Director
Office of Multicultural Affairs
UCC228
Moscow, ID 83843-3234
Phone: 885-2958
Fax: 885-9494
ISU:
HALO
Ricardo Romero, President
P. O. Box 8801
Idaho State University
Pocatello, ID 83209
Phone: 236-3277
Phone: 234-4342
Lationos
Unidos
457 Ash St. North
Twin Falls, ID 83301
Phone: 733-9554-ext. 2221 (w)
Phone: 735-1012 (h)
Frank
Dominguez
Leadership Trainer & Consultant
(714) 660-7600
Hispanic
Intermountain Leadership Organization
(H.I.L.O)
Rose Glass, Contact Person
688 Randolph
Pocatello, ID 83201
Phone: 232-5684
Formed to
promote positive community relations and an
increased awareness of Hispanic culture.
Idaho
Association for Affirmative Action (IAAA)
Cindy Stanphill, President
P.O. Box 1473
Boise, ID 83701
Phone: 334-2873
An
organization which fosters the implementation
of affirmative action and equal opportunity
in employment and education in Idaho. Diverse
membership from both public and private
sectors. IAAA has a video library and
educational board games available to members
for free and to non-members for a $15 rental
fee. Membership dues: $20 per year.
Idaho
Commission on Hispanic Affairs
Daniel Ramirez, Executive Director
5460 W. Franklin Rd. Suite B
Boise, ID 83705
Phone: 334-3776
Created and
funded by the Idaho Legislature, the
commission works to promote equality in
economic, educational, social, legal,
housing, and political opportunities for
Hispanics while serving as a liaison between
community and governmental entities. The main
goal of the commission is to overcome racism
by fostering an awareness and appreciation of
Hispanic culture. By doing this, they hope to
create a positive environment where Hispanics
can succeed. A newsletter is published and
the commission meets quarterly in various
locations throughout the state.
Idaho
Commission on Women's Programs
Linda Hurlbutt
450 W. State Street
Towers Office Building, 5th floor
Boise, ID 83720
Phone: 334-4673
FAX: 334-4646
Toll Free: 1-800-643-7798
Formed to
encourage and stimulate women to increase
their participation in and contributions to
the social, political, and economic progress
of the local communities, the state, and
nation. The commission does networking for
womens issues; publishes a legal
resource handbook, Women and Laws in Idaho;
provides referral services with a toll-free
number; conducts educational seminars; acts
as an advocate for women and families.
IDAHO
FAIR HOUSING COUNCIL
Richard Mabbutt, Director
310 N. 5th Street
P.O. Box 1947
Boise, ID 83701
Phone: 383-0695 or 1-800-717-0695
The IFHC is
a non-profit organization that promotes fair
housing practices for housing providers and
consumers throughout Idaho. The IFHC provides
information and educational services to
housing consumers and community
organizations, housing providers and lending
institutions; monitors fair housing
compliance by housing providers, lending
institutions and local and state governments;
enforces fair housing compliance, including
investigation, testing, complaint filing with
the state or federal authorities; negotiates
fair housing settlements by mediation,
conciliation or litigation if necessary.
IDAHO
HISPANIC CAUCUS
Ernesto Sanchez, President
P.O. Box 1445
Boise, ID 83701
Phone 336-8980
The Caucus
promotes the social welfare of the Idaho
community as a whole and the Hispanic
community in particular through community
education, legislation and administrative
advocacy, and the coordination of services
available through other organizations. The
organization seeks to centrally administer
advocacy for Hispanics and plans to retain
lobbyists and consultants who will address
issues effecting Hispanics.
Idaho Human Rights Commission
Marilyn T. Shuler, Director
Owyhee Plaza, Suite 400
1109 Main
P.O. Box 83720
Boise, ID 83720-0040
Phone: 334-2873
Fax: (208) 334-2664
TTY: (208) 334-4751
E-mail: inquiry@ihrc.state.id.us
Established
in 1969, this state agency has jurisdiction
to investigate complaints of discrimination
based on race, sex, color, religion and
national origin in employment, housing,
education and public accommodations. In
employment and housing, it processes claims
of discrimination based on disability. In
employment only, it handles claims based on
age (40 and older). The commission provides
technical assistance and education where
possible. The following chart shows the areas
in which the commission has jurisdiction:
| |
RACE |
SEX |
COLOR |
RELIGION |
NATIONAL ORIGIN
|
DISABILITY |
AGE |
RETALIATION |
| Employment |
yes |
yes |
yes |
yes |
yes |
yes |
yes |
yes |
| Housing |
yes |
yes |
yes |
yes |
yes |
yes |
no |
yes |
| Public
Accomodations |
yes |
yes |
yes |
yes |
yes |
no |
no |
yes |
| Education |
yes |
yes |
yes |
yes |
yes |
no |
no |
yes |
IDAHO
Migrant Council (Central Office)
Humberto Fuentes, Founder/Executive Director
P.O. Box 490
104 N. Kimball
Caldwell, ID 83606
Phone: 454-1652
Other IMC
Locations in the State
Blackfoot IMC
60 Cedar
Blackfoot, ID 83221
Phone: 785-6390
Bonners Ferry IMC
P.O. Box 924
Bonners Ferry, ID 83805
Phone: 267-3543 or 2198
(only in service April through September)
Twin Falls IMC
406 Gardner
Twin Falls, ID 83301
Phone: 734-3336
Idaho Falls IMC
350 G Street
Idaho Falls, ID 83402
Phone: 524-0980
Caldwell IMC
6015 E. Cleveland #4
Caldwell, ID 83606
Phone: 454-8604
Burley IMC
3 East 200 South
Burley, ID 83318
Phone: 678-1171
Payette IMC
540 South 16th
Payette, ID 83661
Phone: 642-9304
Formed to
benefit legal residents who are migrant or
seasonal farm workers, the Idaho Migrant
Council also helps those individuals who are
considered to be at or below certain income
guidelines. Supportive services include
health, medical, food bank, referral and
emergency transportation. The Council also
has educational programs to assist migrant
families. Migrant Head Start is a program
that provides pre-school education and
support for individuals as they work to
strengthen their family units. The
programs philosophy is that children
learn best when the schools respect their
culture and language.
IDAHO
PARENTS UNLIMITED
Debra Johnson, Executive Director
4696 Overland Road, Suite 478
Boise, ID 83705
Phone: 342-5884 or 800-242-IPUL
Fax: 342-1408
Idaho
parents education & resource center
for families of children with disabilities.
IDAHO
Refugee Service Program
Ron Black, College of Southern Idaho
Refugee Services Center
260 4th Avenue Idaho
P.O. Box 1238
Twin Falls, ID 83303
Phone: 736-2166
This
federally funded program promotes the
achievement and self sufficiency of refugees
within the shortest possible time after
entrance into the U. S. Services provided
include job counseling, referrals, and job
placements as well as health screening,
English instruction, interpreting and
translations.
Idaho
State Council on Developmental Disabilities
Russell Spearman, Director
280 N. 8th, Suite 208
Boise, ID 83720
Phone: 334-2178
The Council
serves as the interdepartmental and
interagency planning and advisory body for
the departments and agencies of the State for
programs affecting persons with a
developmental disability. The council has
produced several publications specifically
for people with disabilities and their
families entitled Journey to Success,
and serves as a reference about vocational
choices for individuals with disabilities and
their families.
Idaho
Task Force on the Americans with Disabilities
Act (ADA)
Roger Howard, Director
1311 W. Jefferson
Boise, ID 83702
Phone: 344-5590
This
non-profit corporation was formed to provide
public education on the ADA, act as a central
clearinghouse on information and resources on
the ADA, and establish an alternative dispute
resolution process in the event of ongoing
questions and concerns.
Idaho
Women's Network
Jen Ray, Executive Director
P.O. Box 1385
Boise, ID 83701
Phone: 344-5738
The Idaho
Women's Network works to influence public
policies that improve the quality and
opportunity in the lives of women and their
families.
IMAGE de
Idaho
Ben Lopez, President
P.O. Box 1977
Boise, ID 83701
Phone: 454-8632
Rupert/Burley
- Rudy Hernandez, Phone: 678-5518
Pocatello/IdahoFalls
- Saul Hernandez, Phone: 236-6795
Twin
Falls - Floyd Padilla, Phone: 736-3000
This large
non-profit Hispanic organization holds an
annual conference and awards scholarships to
college students. The organization is
concerned with the civil rights of Hispanics.
INTER-TRIBAL
COUNCIL
Boise State University
Marcus Elam, President
1910 University Drive
Administration Building #114
Boise, ID 83725
Phone: 385-3825
Formed to promote Native American culture at
Boise State University.
Japanese
American Citizens League (JACL)
The oldest
and largest national Asian- American human
and civil rights organization with
representation in Washington D.C.
JACL, National
Hid Hasegawa, National JACL
3562 E. Crawford
Idaho Falls, ID 83401-3557
Phone: 529-1525
contact person for Idaho Falls and state of Idaho
JACL, Boise Valley Chapter
Ed Hirahara, President
11993 Jody
Boise, ID 83713
Phone: 939-2224
JACL, ID Falls Chapter
Walter Sato, President
2081 Balboa Dr.
Idaho Falls, ID 83404
Phone: 529-0193 (H), 529-8499 (W)
E-mail: satown@inel.gov
JACL, Pocatello/Blackfoot Chapter
Micki Kawakami, President
381 Hyde Avenue
Pocatello, ID 83201-3274
Phone: 233-7477
contact person for Idaho Falls
E-mail: Kawamart@ICS.ISU.EDU
Kootenai
County Task Force on Human Relations
Doug Cresswell, President
1424 Sherman Ave., Suite 100
Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814
Phone: 667-9574
Fax: 667-9576
Formed to
provide education promoting positive human
relations, the task force also supports
victims of racial and religious harassment. A
ninety-minute videotape of the formation of
the task force is available.
Kootenai
Tribal Council
Velma Bahe, Chair
P.O. Box 1269
Bonners Ferry, ID 83805
Phone: 267-3519
The Tribe
provides services such as housing and job
assistance while promoting cultural
awareness.
Latah
County Human Rights Task Force
JoAnn Muneta, Chair
P.O. Box 8613
Moscow, ID 83843
Phone 882-3648
Phone: 883-3267 (business)
Formed by
concerned citizens to promote awareness,
education, crisis training, and community
liaison.
Living
Independence Network Corporation (L.I.N.C.)
Kim McCulley, Executive Director
708 W. Franklin Street
Boise, ID 83702
Phone: 336-3335
A non-profit
organization that empowers people with
disabilities to achieve their desired level
of independence. LINC promotes personal
growth and freedom of choice through
advocacy, networking, public awareness, and
modification of environments.
MAYORS
CULTURAL AWARENESS AND HUMAN RELATIONS
COMMITTEE
Americus John-Lewis
3665 E. Jill St.
Idaho Falls, ID 83401
Phone: 526-8304
Formed to
fight discrimination, ad hoc committees are
appointed to investigate, meet with police
and prosecutors office on all crimes
involving minorities. Committee members
monitor incidents and are concerned that the
judicial system works for everyone.
MOUNTAIN
HOME COMMUNITY BLACK HISTORY COMMITTEE
Mildred F. McNeal, Chair
950 N. 10th E.
Mountain Home, ID 83647
Phone: 587-3227
The
organization is formed to educate and promote
peace and harmony in the community.
Movimiento
Estudiantil Chicano de Aztlan (MEChA)
Leslie Hilbert, Assistant Director of New
Student Services/ Minority Counselor
University of Idaho
New Student Services
Moscow, ID 83843
Phone: 885-6163
Formed to
promote Hispanic cultural awareness.
Mujeres
Unidas de Idaho
Thayra Hausheer, President
P.O. Box 8252
Boise, ID 83707
Phone: 344-9524
Formed to
assist Hispanic women entering a professional
career while enhancing their entrance and
advancement in employment and training
opportunities, the organizations goals
are to foster the education of Hispanic women
and broaden their awareness of political and
social issues. The organization sponsors an
annual conference.
MULTI-CULTURAL
ETHNIC CENTER OF B.S.U.
Student Assistant to the Dean of Student
Special Services (Minority Retention)
Gaylord Walls
Boise State University
1910 University Drive
Boise, ID 83725
Phone: 385-1583
The office
of Student Special Services provides
multi-cultural panels to university classes
and in Ada County in an effort to break down
stereotypes that exist. Panels can address
four topics: disability issues, gay and
lesbian issues, international students and
people of color (African American, Asian
American, Native American and Hispanic
perspectives).
National
Association for the Advancement of Colored
People (NAACP)
The National Association for the Advancement
of Colored People was formed to promote
equality of rights and eradicate cast and
race prejudice among the citizens of the
United States. It works to advance the
interest of African-Americans and to increase
their opportunities for securing justice in
the courts, education for their children,
employment according to ability and complete
equality before the law.
Locations
in Idaho:
NAACP, Treasure Valley Branch
John O. Crosby, President
P.O. Box 8436
Boise, ID 83707
Phone: 344-6341
NAACP, Pocatello Branch
James Yizar,President
P.O. Box 4192
Pocatello, ID 83205
Phone: 232-3242
Phone: 238-7490
NAACP, ID Falls Branch
P.O. Box 1801
Idaho Falls, ID 83403
Phone: 523-3295
National
Coalition Building Institute (NCBI)
Treasure Valley Chapter
LeAnn Simmons, National Associate
2631 Meadow Ave.
Caldwell, ID 83605
Phone: 454-3109
A Treasure
Valley organization providing prejudice
reduction education, leadership training,
community building and conflict management
skills.
Native
American Coalition of Boise (NACOB)
Dennis Taylor
Phone: 887-3601
Formed to
educate the community about the Native
American Culture through dance and other
cultural activities.
Native
American Student Association of U of I
Lisa Peite, President
University of Idaho
Student Advisory Services
Moscow, ID 83843
Phone: 885-6757
Formed to
provide support, socialization, and advocacy
to Native American students attending the U
of I. The association is affiliated with the
American Indian Science and Engineering
Society.
Native
American Student Programs of Lewis-Clark
College
Bob Sobotta, Staff Contact
Lewis-Clark State College
500 8th Avenue
Lewiston, ID 83501-9984
Phone: 799-2812 or 1-800-933-5272 ext. 812
Formed to
improve Native American graduation rates.
Members sponsor a Native American Cultural
Awareness Week designed to promote awareness
and understanding of Native Americans.
Native
Americans United of Idaho State University
Idaho State University
Campus Box 8054
Pocatello, ID 83209-8054
Phone: 236-2123 or 1-800-888-ISU-1
Formed to
create a climate of cooperation and unity
among Native American students. This
organization works to foster understanding
and acceptance of Native American culture and
values.
Nez Perce
Tribe
Samuel N. Penney, Chairman
P.O. Box 305
Lapwai, ID 83540
Phone: 843-2253
This Tribe
provides services (such as job and housing
assistance) for its members and also promotes
cultural awareness.
Northwest Coalition Against Malicious Harassment, Inc.
Bill Wassmuth, Executive Director
P.O. Box 16776
Seattle, Washington 98116
Phone: (206) 233-9136
Fax: (206) 233-0611
Mary Daley, Director
ID Network Against Bigotry
P.O. Box 1484
Boise, ID 83701
Phone: 344-3853
Fax: 344-0758
e-mail:mgdaley@primenet.com
This
coalition was formed to address, combat and
eradicate religious, gender and sexual
orientation, racial harassment and violence
in the Northwest. The coalition assists
communities, groups or individuals in
establishing effective peaceful means to
eliminate these acts of harassment and
violence. The Idaho Network offers support to
Idaho human relations organizations.
Organización
de Estudiantes Latino-Americanos (OELA)
Boise State University
Office in Student Union Building
Nico Martinez
1910 University Drive
Boise, ID 83725
Phone: 385-1583 (Gaylord Walls)
Phone: 385-3993 (Nico Martinez)
Formed to
promote Hispanic culture and provide academic
support for its members.
Organization
of Hispanic Families
Tony Esquivel
1419 Camelback Lane
Boise, ID 83702
Phone: 344-4045
Formed to
retain and strengthen Hispanic culture, the
organization publishes a newsletter
containing listings of cultural events.
Organization
of Students of African Descent of B.S.U.
Boise State University A-114
1910 University Drive
Boise, ID 83725
Phone: 385-5499
Formed to
promote African-American culture and unity
among its members.
Pocatello
Human Relations Advisory Committee
Ron Jarman, Chair
P.O. Box 2696
Pocatello, ID 83206
Phone: 233-8421 Fax: 233-8474
Formed by
city ordinance, the goal of the group is to
involve a variety of ethnic, religious, and
social groups in an effort to provide
education on human relations and human
rights. The committee serves as a resource to
the community.
Power
County Human Relations Advisory Committee
Ann Wheeler, Chair
659 Gifford Avenue
American Falls, ID 83211
Phone: 226-2409
A
citizens group formed to help ensure
good relations, especially between the
Hispanic and Anglo communities in American
Falls. This organization works with churches
to ensure positive relations and to mediate
disputes as needed.
salud y
Provecho (Idaho Immigrant Council)
Corrine Fischer
6015 S Cleveland Blvd.
Caldwell, ID 83605
Phone: 454-8632
A counseling
and referral service of Idaho Migrant
Council, staffed by professional bilingual
case managers, it provides culturally
appropriate family assessment and treatment.
This organization also provides a women's
support group.
Shoshone
Bannock Tribe
Keith Tinno, Tribal Chair
P.O. Box 306
Fort Hall, ID 83203
Phone: 238-3700
The Tribe
provides services such as housing and job
assistance to members and also promotes
cultural awareness.
Shoshone
Paiute Tribe
James Paiva, Tribal Chairman
P.O. Box 219
Owyhee, NV 89832
Phone: (702) 757-3211 or 3111
The Tribe
provides services such as job counseling and
housing to Shoshone Paiute Tribal members and
promotes cultural awareness.
Spanish
Language Radio Programs:
KBAR
1841 W. Main
Burley, ID 83318
Phone: 678-2249
KKIC
8414 Fairview Ave.
Boise, ID 83704
Phone: 322-3437
KWEI - 1260 AM
556 South, U S Highway 95
Weiser, ID 83672
Phone: 549-0886 or 642-2442
KBSU
Daniel Ramirez
1910 University Dr.
Boise, ID 83725
Phone: 385-3663
KGBN
Ruben Esquivel
3303 E. Chicago
Caldwell, ID 83606
Phone: 459-3635
KFXD
455 W. Amity
Meridian, ID 83642-6921
Phone: 888-3843
KFVN - AM 730
Enrique Corona
4215 W. 4000 S.
Hooper, UT 84315
Phone: (801) 292-1799
Reaches Southeast Idaho
KWEI FM 99.5
Ricardo Quilantan
P.O.Box 45234
Boise, ID 83704
Phone: 1-800-520-5934
KJOY FM102
P.O. Box 4489
Boise, ID 83711
Phone: 322-3437
KCID - AM 1490
Carlos Garcia
921 E. Cleveland Blvd.
Caldwell, ID 83606
Phone: 459-3608
FAX: 454-1490
KID - AM 590
Benjamen Ried
1655 S. Woodruff
ID Falls, ID 83404
Phone: 524-5900
FAX: 522-9696
KWIK - AM 1240
Benjamen Ried
P.O. Box 998
Pocatello, ID 83204
Phone: 233-1133
KMHI- AM 1240
Ms. Lupe Wissel
P.O. Box 704
Mountain Home, ID 83647
Phone: 587-8424
KART - AM 400
47 North 100 West
Jerome, ID 83338
Phone: 324-8181
KBBK - FM 920
Leo De La Garza
Rt. 2, Box 349A
Rupert, ID 83350
Phone: 436-4757
FAX: 436-3050
TWIN
FALLS LATINOS UNIDOS
Junior Ramirez
457 Ash St. N
Twin Falls, ID 83301
Phone: 735-1012 (Home)
Phone: 733-9554 ext 2221 (School)
A student
organization on campus at the College of
Southern Idaho to promote Latino cultures.
UNIVERSITY
OF IDAHO OFFICE OF MULTICULTURAL AFFAIRS
Victoria Salinas, Program Assistant
Continuing Ed. Bldg. Room 304
Moscow, ID 83844-3234
Phone: 885-2958 Fax: 885-5580
Email: salin902@uID.edu
To enhance
ethnic diversity on campus by providing
diversity education and cultural programming
for faculty, students and staff. The office
assists in recruiting a diverse student body
and supports multi-cultural student
organizations.
U.S.
Commission on Civil Rights State Advisory
Committee (SAC)
Phillip Montez, Regional Director
3660 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 810
Los Angeles, CA 90010
Phone: (213) 894-3437 Fax: (213) 894-0508
Established
in all 50 states and the District of Columbia
to advise the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights
on matters pertaining to discrimination.
Idaho SAC is comprised of 11 residents
representing Idahos diversity. They are
currently studying education issues as they
relate to Hispanics.
WESTERN
Idaho POW WOW ASSOCIATION, INC.
Jim McConville, President - Phone:
343-1528
Felicia Bogard, Vice President - Phone:
642-2900
Box 15510
Boise, ID 83715
Formed to
promote the Native American culture in the
surrounding community.
Your
Family, Friends & Neighbors, Inc. (YFFN)
Mary Evelyn Smith
P.O. Box 768
Boise, ID 83701-0768
Phone: 344-4295 Work: 334-3220
Founded in
Boise, Idaho as a reaction to homophobia and
other expressions of bias against homosexuals
in the community. It was formed to promote
respect, understanding, and tolerance for
lesbian and gay people.
YWCA,
Diversity Committee
Catherine Scott, Contact Person
454 N. Garfield
Pocatello, ID 83204
Phone: 232-0742
Formed to
educate the people in the community on racial
issues.