Building a regional network for human rights education in Francophone Africa
FREDERIC DIOUF – Senegal. Tens of thousands of courageous people across the globe have dedicated their lives to the promotion of a fairer, more equitable and more peaceful world. Frederic Philippe Diouf, Senegalese human rights defender, has a clear goal: to give communities the power and autonomy to build solidarity, to participate in decision-making processes, and to take their future into their own hands.
Secure dignity for marginalized populations in Burkina Faso
LUCIEN KABORE – Burkina Faso. “Poverty is a phenomenon that really degrades the human being. In this situation, human dignity is compromised: you can’t go to health centers, you can’t have three meals a day, and your children no longer attend school. Poverty is real in Burkina Faso and we must find ways to support these populations. ”
Reinforcing the Law to Protect Women Migrant Workers in Southeast Asia
AMPARITA STA. MARIA – Philippines This story is part of the series We are human rights changemakers to celebrate Equitas’ 50th anniversary. All through 2017, we invite you to discover stories of 50 inspiring human rights changemakers. These are but a few of the hundreds who have changed lives around the world through human […]
Promoting active citizenship in Haiti to lift the barriers to development
PATRICK CAMILLE – Haiti This story is part of the series We are human rights changemakers to celebrate Equitas’ 50th anniversary. All through 2017, we invite you to discover stories of 50 inspiring human rights changemakers. These are but a few of the hundreds who have changed lives around the world through human rights education with Equitas’ support. […]
Equitas builds student wellbeing with teachers and educators in BC
Teachers in the Tri-Cities School District of BC were struggling to find ways to engage their students in meaningful and engaging class and after-class programs. They heard about how what Equitas’ Community Action Projects approach did for the Engaged Immigrant Youth Program of the Vancouver School Board and it has inspired them to try it […]
Defending the rights of LGBTI people in Haiti
CHARLOT JEUDY- Haiti This story is part of the We are human rights changemakers series to celebrate Equitas’ 50th anniversary (#Equitas50). Throughout 2017, we invite you to discover the stories of 50 inspiring human rights changemakers. These are but a few of the hundreds who have changed lives around the world through human rights education with Equitas’ support. Photo : Mikaël Theimer (www.mikaeltheimer.com) Being gay, […]
Meet Canadian changemakers empowering youth through human rights education
For 50 years, Equitas has promoted human rights education as powerful a tool for social change, inclusion and respect. Meet 4 inspiring Canadian changemakers working with children and youth across Canada to help them build welcoming and inclusive communities, free of discrimination and bullying.
Reengaging a new generation in the promotion of human rights
STEPHEN J. TOOPE – Canada This story is part of the series We are human rights changemakers to celebrate Equitas’ 50th anniversary. All through 2017, we invite you to discover stories of 50 inspiring human rights changemakers. These are but a few of the hundreds who have changed lives around the world through human rights education with Equitas’ […]
Equitas reinforces student leadership on wellbeing issues in Surrey
“The student’s community action project targeted those who were in most need of a mentorship type program (young women that were more socially excluded), by collaborating with the school administration team. By having a specific target to the program, we helped to minimize bullying, promote inclusion, all of which contributes to reducing the likelihood of […]
Advocating for Children’s Rights in Foster Care in Winnipeg
MARIE CHRISTIAN – Winnipeg, Canada This story is part of the series We are human rights changemakers to celebrate Equitas’ 50th anniversary. All through 2017, we invite you to discover stories of 50 inspiring human rights changemakers. These are but a few of the hundreds who have changed lives around the world through human […]