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The Iowa City Human Rights Commission proudly recognized this year’s outstanding award recipients during its 41st Human Rights Awards Ceremony. These individuals and organizations have made meaningful contributions to advancing human rights, justice, and dignity in our community. Front row (L–R): Dr. Cecilia Norris, Dr. Katie Imborek, Ann Houlahan, Jessica Andino, Christy Shipley, and The Housing Fellowship (Executive Director Simon Andrew). Second row (L–R): David Leshtz (accepting on behalf of Dr. Michael Flaum), Commissioner Mendez-Shannon, Commissioner Kollasch, Commissioner Qadoura, Commissioner Pries, and Commissioner Miller. Thank you to all who continue to champion the values of respect, compassion, and human rights for all. Photo credit: Daniel Rolling of @DanRollingPhotography #HumanRights #CommunityLeadership #IowaCity #HumanRightsAwards2025 #IowaCityHumanRightsCommission