Rutherford Civil Rights Commission

Juneteenth marks the day in 1865 when the last enslaved people in the U.S. learned they were free—over two years after the Emancipation Proclamation.

Juneteenth reminds us that the struggle for freedom can be long, requiring courage and persistence. It is a celebration that also cautions us not to take equality for granted, as even the greatest victories can be delayed too long for too many.

Please join us in honoring this holiday and this history by remembering and recommitting ourselves to civil rights and justice for all in our community.

Juneteenth marks the day in 1865 when the last enslaved people in the U.S. learned they were free—over two years after the Emancipation Proclamation. Juneteenth reminds us that the struggle for freedom can be long, requiring courage and persistence. It is a celebration that also cautions us not to take equality for granted, as even the greatest victories can be delayed too long for too many. Please join us in honoring this holiday and this history by remembering and recommitting ourselves to civil rights and justice for all in our community.

🏳️‍🌈 Pride Month is Here! 🏳️‍🌈

We're proud to stand with our LGBTQ+ neighbors and allies in Rutherford and across New Jersey. This month, we celebrate the progress we've made and recommit to building a community where everyone belongs.

Don't miss the South Bergen PrideFest this Saturday, June 6! It's a fantastic way to celebrate, connect, and show solidarity with our community. Tag a friend and let's make it a great day together! 💙

This National Arab American Heritage Month, we’re celebrating Arab culture, history, and contributions—here in our community and everywhere.

Thank you to Ramy Youssef and Elmo for sharing this message of pride and belonging.

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The word of the day is HABIBI! Happy #ArabAmericanHeritageMonth from Ramy Youssef, Elmo, and all of your friends on Sesame Street!

Deadline is April 30th!

Apply TODAY: https://forms.gle/yYsJNk1ji9bEbsmz8

Apply TODAY for the opportunity to be awarded a scholarship granted by the Rutherford Civil Rights Commission!

This scholarship will be awarded to a High School senior (must be a Rutherford resident) who wishes to study human rights / civil rights after graduating high school.

To qualify, please complete the application (link is in the comments). For more details or to obtain a hard copy of the application, please email [email protected].

Applications are due by April 30th, 2026.

As Women's History Month comes to a close, our hearts are full celebrating the Rutherford Women of Impact 2026. 🌟 From leaders to changemakers, mentors to community builders—these women inspire us to be better, do better, and lift each other higher. Their stories and the incredible impact they're making in our town deserve to be celebrated. Thank you to every woman who was honored, every person who nominated, and our entire community for showing up. You remind us that when we lift each other up, we all rise together. Here's to celebrating women—not just this month, but every day. 💛✨

As Women's History Month comes to a close, our hearts are full celebrating the Rutherford Women of Impact 2026. 🌟 From leaders to changemakers, mentors to community builders—these women inspire us to be better, do better, and lift each other higher. Their stories and the incredible impact they're making in our town deserve to be celebrated. Thank you to every woman who was honored, every person who nominated, and our entire community for showing up. You remind us that when we lift each other up, we all rise together. Here's to celebrating women—not just this month, but every day. 💛✨ #RutherfordWomenOfImpact #WomensHistoryMonth #RutherfordWomen #CommunityHeroes #CommunityPower #RutherfordNJ #CelebrateTogether