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Community Insights, Policy Pathways, and Strategic Advocacy Possibilities
Community Insights, Policy Pathways, and Strategic Advocacy Possibilities

Grounded in community leadership, mutual aid, and systemic change, this document is not an advocacy strategy in itself, but represents a foundation for strategic focus around food justice and food security in Edmonton and beyond!

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AdminFebruary 23, 2026
Canada Is Failing to Protect Youth Online: National Blueprint Unveiled by Youth on Parliament Hill
Canada Is Failing to Protect Youth Online: National Blueprint Unveiled by Youth on Parliament Hill
AdminFebruary 18, 2026
Systemic Transformation Now and Forever: Reflections from the 3rd Nyéléni Global Forum
Systemic Transformation Now and Forever: Reflections from the 3rd Nyéléni Global Forum

Read reflections from the Nyeleni 3rd Global Forum, held in September 2025 and read the Kandy Declaration!

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AdminFebruary 16, 2026
Canada’s Rights Commitments Are Being Tested Again
Canada’s Rights Commitments Are Being Tested Again

On February 2, 2026, the John Humphrey Centre for Peace and Human Rights (JHC) submitted a shadow report to the United Nations Human Rights Committee ahead of its review of Canada under the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR).

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Neximar AlarconFebruary 12, 2026Human Rights, Shadow Report, UN, Dignity
New Research Highlights the Realities of Mutual Aid Work in Alberta — and a New Toolkit to Support Community Safety
New Research Highlights the Realities of Mutual Aid Work in Alberta — and a New Toolkit to Support Community Safety

On February 5, 2026, the John Humphrey Centre for Peace and Human Rights (JHC) released new research documenting the lived experiences of mutual aid workers across the province.

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Neximar AlarconFebruary 5, 2026Human Rights, Mutual Aid, Alberta, Dignity
Small Grants, Big Impact: Advancing Food Justice Through Community-Led Action
Small Grants, Big Impact: Advancing Food Justice Through Community-Led Action

JHC hosted an online sharing circle celebrating nine food security initiatives funded by 2025 microgrants thanks to Royal Bank of Canada (RBC).

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AdminJanuary 27, 2026
“What a feast we’ve shared”: A reflection on the Righting Relations Anti-Ableism Change Lab performance of "The Dinner Party"
“What a feast we’ve shared”: A reflection on the Righting Relations Anti-Ableism Change Lab performance of "The Dinner Party"

The Dinner Party was a powerful, intimate performance created by disabled artists that transformed lived experiences of ableism into a collective act of storytelling, community, and hope that deeply moved audiences and challenged assumptions about disability.

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AdminJanuary 21, 2026
Community Learning Opportunities in Alberta: Food Work & Advocacy
Community Learning Opportunities in Alberta: Food Work & Advocacy

Two Edmonton and area-focused events promoting advocacy and positive change.

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AdminJanuary 16, 2026
Voices From the Street: Stories, Struggles, and Calls for Change
Voices From the Street: Stories, Struggles, and Calls for Change

Housing, poverty, food security…these are intersecting and critical issues many face today. This latest blog post highlights the lived experiences of speakers at a Nov 2025 learning session and the recently published Intersections of Identity reports and documentary.

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AdminDecember 30, 2025
Building Food Justice: From Campus to Community
Building Food Justice: From Campus to Community

Food represents more than a meal; it’s calm minds, supported students, and thriving communities. Read this latest blog post to learn how students are experiencing and their efforts to redefine food security.

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AdminDecember 22, 2025
Exploring Creativity, Community, and Justice: Righting Relations Anti-Ableism Change Lab Theatre Workshops
Exploring Creativity, Community, and Justice: Righting Relations Anti-Ableism Change Lab Theatre Workshops

2025 introduced a year-long arts workshop series addressing ableism and the under representation of disabled folks in arts spaces.

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AdminDecember 17, 2025
Volunteer Appreciation 2025
Volunteer Appreciation 2025

As we wrap up 2025, we recognize and celebrate the passion and commitment of our dedicated JHC volunteers.

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AdminDecember 16, 2025
Food Dignity & Disability: Local documentary exposes harsh realities
Food Dignity & Disability: Local documentary exposes harsh realities

Often those on disability benefits are left choosing between rent, food, transportation, and medication. A recent documentary sheds light on the realities of food (in)security when experiencing disability.

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AdminDecember 15, 2025
Children at the Centre: Reflections on National Children's Day
Children at the Centre: Reflections on National Children's Day
AdminDecember 12, 2025
Edmonton Activism Project Celebrates the Legacy of Human Rights Defenders
Edmonton Activism Project Celebrates the Legacy of Human Rights Defenders

Find out more about a project celebrating generations of local changemakers who shaped justice movements across the city of Edmonton.

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AdminDecember 10, 2025
National Series on Police Oversight, Legal Change, and System Transformation
National Series on Police Oversight, Legal Change, and System Transformation

Youth speakers will share their experiences with policing and justice systems, their visions for community safety, and their ideas for systemic change.

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Neximar AlarconDecember 3, 2025Human Rights, Human Rights Education, Police Accountability, Yeg, Lawyers
Strengthening Human Rights Advocacy in Saskatoon
Strengthening Human Rights Advocacy in Saskatoon

Read about how the JHC is helping to build a strong network of advocates across the prairies.

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AdminNovember 26, 2025
From Play to Policy: Young People Know How
From Play to Policy: Young People Know How

Reflections from the Cyber Summit 2025.

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AdminNovember 26, 2025
Volunteer Highlight: Sheila Robert
Volunteer Highlight: Sheila Robert

The spotlight is on Sheila Robert, one of JHC’s fantastic volunteer Board members!

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AdminNovember 19, 2025
Cultivating Change: How Edmonton Is Growing Urban Agriculture
Cultivating Change: How Edmonton Is Growing Urban Agriculture

“It’s about complete communities — where people can meet more of their needs close to home—including growing food.”

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AdminNovember 1, 2025
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