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PRESS RELEASE – Equitas Expands International and Regional Training to Strengthen the Collective Power of Human Rights Defenders
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With support from Global Affairs Canada, the Uniting to Protect Human Rights project will train and mobilize hundreds of human rights defenders in Africa, the Middle East-North Africa and the Indo-Pacific.  MONTREAL, March 18, 2026 — In a world where the number of autocracies now exceeds that of democracies and 72 per cent of the world's population lives under autocratic [...]

#EquiTalks – Episode 20: Hellen Lunkuse, breaking chains for women and girls in Uganda
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In this episode, we explore human rights advocacy in Uganda with Hellen Lunkuse, founder and executive director of the Rape Hurts Foundation. Hellen shares her commitment to supporting survivors of sexual and gender-based violence, combating human trafficking and modern slavery, and protecting the rights of women, girls, and sexual minorities. As part of her participation in Equitas' International Human Rights Training Program in 2025, she reflects on her work in economic empowerment, psychosocial support, and the challenges of protecting rights in a hostile legal and cultural context.   Listen to this inspiring conversation about the role [...]

Economy & Prosperity: Let’s Not Forget Human Rights
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In a context where economic concerns dominate the news in Canada, what place do human rights hold in a society that aspires to be prosperous and in a so-called strong economy? Concerns are numerous: the cost of living is skyrocketing, rents are unaffordable, and groceries are increasingly expensive. We experience this daily. More and more [...]

#EquiTalks – Episode 19: Racki Gakou, Elevating the Voices of Women and Girls in Mali (in French)
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In this episode, we explore the defense of human rights in Mali with Racki Gakou, Communications and Advocacy Officer at Lawyers Without Borders Canada. Racki shares her commitment to helping communities understand, access, and claim their rights, particularly women, girls, and people in vulnerable situations. As part of her participation in Equitas’ International Human Rights [...]

Education is not a luxury: Viviane’s fight for girls’ rights in Cameroon
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In rural eastern Cameroon, girls' schooling often ends prematurely. In a largely male-dominated society, boys' education is prioritized, and poverty forces families to make difficult choices. All too often, girls see their education sacrificed in favor of domestic duties or marriage, which is considered more honorable than school. Women's lives are relegated to “leftovers,” and [...]

A global video for Human Rights Day: Think human rights don’t affect you?
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Even today, injustices persist and human rights are declining around the world. Last year alone, 60 countries saw a deterioration in their political rights and civil liberties, according to Freedom House. For December 10, International Human Rights Day, it is essential to remember that these rights belong to all of us... and they influence our [...]

From dialogue to action: Aïcha and the fight against sexual violence in Senegal
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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 [...]

Looking back at the EquiTalks: Economic prosperity and human rights
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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 [...]

Abdoulaye Bah: An inspiring journey at the heart of resilience

Abdoulaye Bah: An inspiring journey at the heart of resilience
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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 […]