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Joint Ethnic Report: The Office of Black Affairs joined with the Offices of Hispanic,Asian, and Pacific Islander affairs to publish a comprehensive joint ethnic annual report 1998-99 with recommendations to the governor and state departments and agencies.
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Special Outreach: The Office of Black Affairs spearheaded efforts to give a proper burial in April 2000 to Ruth Parker L’Herissont, who at 102, was one of the longest-living black residents in Utah.
Mission The Office of Black Affairs creates a higher quality of life for Utah’s black residents through the utilization of state and private resources. In conjunction with the Black Advisory Council, the office works closely with state agencies on their responsiveness to the needs of blacks living in Utah and aids in setting goals and policies for areas such as economic opportunities, community development, health, education, civil rights and criminal justice.
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