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An alarming reality that persists " More than 230 million girls and women alive today have undergone female genital mutilation (FGM) in 30 countries in Africa, the Middle East and Asia where FGM is practiced. " — World Health Organization. In Senegal, despite the ban and penalties provided for by Law 99-05 of January 29, 1999, female genital mutilation remains widespread.  It persists because it is deeply rooted in family customs and because impunity remains the norm: in more than 25 years, very few cases have been prosecuted or convicted. To avoid the law, some families even travel to neighboring countries and then return [...]

Another edition of EquiTalks was successfully held on Thursday, November 13. This key event organized by Equitas explored the essential intersection between a healthy economy and fundamental respect for human rights. The message is clear: one cannot thrive without the other. A sustainable prosperity is not possible without social justice, and respect for human rights [...]

In a context of exile and repression, many human rights defenders continue their work despite the dispersion of their communities. Abdoulaye Bah is one of these individuals, embodying the resilience of civil society, maintaining solidarity and commitment beyond borders. Abdoulaye is currently pursuing a Professional Residency at Equitas, supported by Resilient Societies, which allows him to promote the Resilience Network as an Associate and ambassador. This flagship initiative, led in partnership with Equitas, aims to become a global platform for organization, advocacy, and solidarity for human rights […]

In a global context marked by multiple crises and the resurgence of armed conflicts, human rights and its teaching must remain at the heart of international priorities. From war-torn Ukraine in Europe to ongoing violations in the Middle East, and from conflicts to political and security instability across Africa, grave human rights violations are multiplying [...]

Listen to a live panel of experts exploring the powerful intersection between economic prosperity and human rights, and how these two dimensions reinforce each other in building a more just and sustainable future.  Sustainable prosperity cannot be achieved without guaranteeing human rights, which promote social stability, civic participation, reduced inequalities, and fair, inclusive workplaces. The event will [...]

In November, following Equitas’ human rights training, staff from partner organizations in Canada, Ma Mawi and Voices supported youth in exploring issues that mattered most to them. Through heartfelt discussions about housing, food insecurity, and community safety, the youth decided to take action. Their idea became a collaborative Community Action Project: the Walk for Kindness.   🌍 [...]

It is with great emotion that Equitas pays tribute to Fatou Bintou Thioune, a close collaborator and long-time partner, whose passing we learned of with great sadness last July. Her unwavering commitment to human rights and women's rights in Senegal and West Africa touched hundreds of lives and inspired a whole generation of human rights [...]

Last week, Equitas immersed itself in an inspiring and rejuvenating experience: three days rich in encounters and discussions at the 3rd International Francophone LGBTQI Conference of Égides—International Francophone Alliance for Equality and Diversity in Montreal—Francophone LGBTQI Horizons: Transmitting, Celebrating, and Preparing for Tomorrow. Through its conference, Égides offered more than 300 participants representing different French-speaking countries [...]

This article was published in The Globe and Mail on August 4th, 2025. The forces of authoritarianism are on the march. On July 17, Cristosal, a human rights organization and Canadian Embassy partner addressing internally displaced women and families, was forced to abandon El Salvador after 25 years. "We have been forced to leave the [...]

Facilitated by Equitas – International Centre for Human Rights Education Rights don’t stop in conflict situations. There is an increased need to ensure values of justice, rights, equality, environmental protection, which don’t stop when a conflict starts. – Survey respondent This report explores the importance, feasibility, and approaches to human rights education (HRE) in conflict [...]