PHILADELPHIA – The Philadelphia Commission on Human Relations (PCHR) congratulates Executive Director Renee Chenault Fattah on her selection as a recipient of the Sadie Alumni Award for Excellence in Public Service.

The award, presented by the Black Law Students Association of the University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School, will be presented Feb. 21, 2026, during the 38^th Annual Sadie T.M. Alexander Commemorative Conference. Chenault Fattah is a 1982 graduate of the law school.

The conference honors the life and legacy of Sadie T.M. Alexander, the first black woman to graduate from the University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School and a founding member of PCHR. Alexander broke barriers for women and people of color and paved the way for generations through her work in law, economics, and public service.

“This award is a well-deserved recognition of Renee’s exceptional leadership and lifelong commitment to public service,” said PCHR Chairman Kareem E. Thomas. “Renee leads with integrity, courage, and purpose, advancing civil rights in ways that honor the legacy of Sadie T.M. Alexander while meeting the urgency of this moment. Her work continues to open doors, strengthen communities, and move us closer to the equitable future Dr. Alexander envisioned.”

This year’s theme, Legal Legacies and Radical Futures: Continuing the Work of Dr. Alexander, will explore the lasting impact of Alexander’s scholarship while addressing today’s legal, economic, and social justice challenges.

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Philadelphia Commission on Human Relations

The Philadelphia Commission on Human Relations (PCHR) is the City’s official civil rights agency. Our mission is to fight discrimination, promote equality, and build strong communities.