New Chair: Human Rights Commission
Mrs. Michelle Scott-Outerbridge has been appointed Chair of the Human Rights Commission.
Prior to becoming the Chair for the Human Rights Commission Mrs. Scott-Outerbridge held the post of Chair of the Commission for Unity and Racial Equality until the Commission was dissolved in 2010, and during 2011 functioned as the Deputy Chair of the Human Rights Commission.
Mrs. Scott-Outerbridge graduated from the Berkeley Institute and went on to Mount Saint Vincent University where she obtained a Bachelor of Business Administration majoring in Accounting and Management.
She graduated outstanding student and received faculty endorsements that read ‘a consummate professional’ and ‘an extremely well prepared individual who pushes the issues and relates them to the practical environment’.
Ms. Scott Outerbridge said: “I believe in advocacy and social justice; fairness and equality, especially in the workplace. I also believe in respect for one another and each other’s differences.
“Bermuda has become so culturally diverse and it is important for all of us to learn that although we have differences, we are very much alike – we are all human.”
Ms. Scott-Outerbridge looks forward to a year when the Commission can help more individuals understand their rights; work with organizations to promote or implement ethical practices within their business environment and help a community to blend together as one – a community that is free of discrimination and discriminatory practices.”
Executive Officer, Ms. Lister said: “We are pleased to have Ms. Scott-Outerbridge take on the role of Chair of the Human Rights Commission at a time when all eyes are poised on the advancement of human rights protection for all.”
She added, “Ms. Scott-Outerbridge’s experience as the Chair for the former Commission for Unity and Racial Equality brings forth a welcomed understanding of the pervasive issues, such as race and inequality, that many in our community continue to face.”
“Ms. Scott-Outerbridge will be a welcomed voice to advocate and help eradicate discrimination in all forms by working with the Government, organizations and people in all sectors to ensure justice and equality for all.”
Minister Glenn Blakeney is “very pleased” that Mrs. Scott-Outerbridge has accepted the mantle of Chair of the Human Rights Commission, and notes that she is a “very capable individual whose experience in human rights and discrimination issues will be an asset to the work of the Human Rights Commission.”
As the same time, Minister Blakeney wishes to thank Ms. Shade Subair, the outgoing Chair, for her valuable service to the community.
The Human Rights Commission is mandated to educate the public on the human rights protections available to them and human rights issues, and as well to investigate, conciliate and settle allegations of discrimination. The Human Rights Commission is a unit within the Department of Human Affairs and the Ministry of Youth, Families and Sports.
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Well done Michelle. With your background and wealth of experience we know that you will do well in this position. We also expect the general public to take full advantage of utilizing the Human Rights Commission in their quest for equality in all aspects of professional and personal endeavours.