Volunteer Opportunity – Marketing & Design
Equitas is seeking volunteers to conceptualize, create and design an alternative giving campaign. This role is ideally suited to a small group of marketers and designers who wish to work together. ROLE OVERVIEW The role involves the conceptualization and design of an online fundraising campaign featuring charitable ‘gifts’ that donors ‘purchase’. The idea is to […]
Breaking the silence and growing in unison
Creating a space for sexual minority women in Nigeria “If I tell you that I am not afraid I am a liar. I am afraid, I am really really afraid. There is nothing like bravery in this work. But it is what it is. If you die you die, if you live you live, that’s […]
Pushing boundaries and changing the norm: the fight for gender equality
Pushing boundaries and changing the norm: the fight for gender equality The battle for women’s rights is a universal struggle that transcends borders, cultures, and communities. This year, Equitas’ International Human Rights Training Program is welcoming those who dedicate their lives to breaking down barriers that are keeping women from reaching their full potential. For […]
The right to an identity: the uphill battle for civil registration
Imagine being deprived of the ability to prove who you are, excluded from society and the global headcount. That’s the reality many people face in developing countries around the globe. According to UNICEF, 230 million or 45 per cent of children under five years old worldwide do not possess a birth certificate. Over 100 developing […]
International Human Rights Training Program
90 human rights defenders from 40 countries attended Equitas’ 36th annual International Human Rights Training Program in June. They left Montreal after the three-week program with new knowledge, skills and networks as well as concrete plans to apply their learning to promote positive social change in their communities. ” It was such a pleasure to […]
Host Family Dinner 2015
An invitation to spend an evening with some of the most inspiring people you will ever meet! Does the cultural diversity of our world peak your interest? Do you enjoy intercultural exchanges? Are you passionate about human rights and diversity? You are invited to spend an evening with some of the most inspiring people you will […]
Talking sustainable change with an IHRTP facilitator
Behind the scenes look at Patrick Camille’s work with Equitas in Haiti With the 36th edition of Equitas’ International Human Rights Training Program (IHRTP) just weeks away, it’s important to reflect on the rich knowledge and wisdom that this year’s six selected facilitators will bring to the experience. Facilitators undertake the task of guiding participants through […]
Speaking Rights Public Events coming up in Montreal and Winnipeg
Winnipeg Speaking Rights Youth Engagement Projects 2015 – May 6, 2015 For the last 3 years, Equitas’ Speaking Rights program has been supporting youth engagement projects across Winnipeg with the support of The Winnipeg Foundation. These projects are opportunities for youth organisations to benefit from a small amount of financial support and Equitas’ coaching and […]
Legacy of the Armenian Genocide – a Personal Story
April 24, 2015 Thousands of people are expected to gather today in Ottawa to commemorate the 100th Anniversary of the Armenian Genocide and its estimated 1.5 million victims. Similar events will be taking place around the world. Behind the politics… behind the numbers, today is about remembering the victims and recognizing that each of the […]
Equitas volunteer and intern reunion
April 22, 2015 Last April 9, over 30 Equitas volunteers and interns gathered at the Equitas office for a reunion. Many of those present had interned for the International Human Rights Training Program (IHRTP) over the last few years. This three-week training program brings together human rights educators and defenders from around the world. Over […]