Nominations are open!
Nominate your local hero, an individual who have made an outstanding contribution to and has demonstrated excellence in the protection and promotion of human rights in the in the public service sector in Edmonton and nationally around Canada.
The Yeg Dignity Campaign toolkit aims to challenge perceptions of poverty and look forward to how Edmontonians can rally together to protect and support all in the community to belong, participate and live a life of well-being.
Read MoreOn June 10, Do The Rights Thing, a quarterly film screening exploring human rights issues, will screen We are the Roots by Shiloh Centre for Multicultural Root. The film tells the story of a wave of African American immigrants who moved to Alberta and Saskatchewan between 1905-1912 in search of a better life.
Read MoreJoin a provincial network of human rights defenders in St. Paul. As a Stride Advocate you will learn skills in advocating for human rights and supporting community members and grassroots agencies in addressing issues of racism, discrimination and/or barriers to access.
Read MoreThis full day training will equip you with a understanding and knowledge of victim’s rights and how these rights can be applied to support victims of crime.
Join us for our circle with Edmonton's Chinese Community on June 03, 2018 at the Chinese Benevolent Association of Edmonton (9645 101A Ave NW, second floor. No elevator available), 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm.
Read MoreHere is our Public Presentation for International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination.
Read MoreOur Executive Director, Renée Vaugeois, was the keynote speaker at the third annual CommUnity: The Power of One, an event held on March 24, 2018, to commemorate the United Nations International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination.
Read MoreStride Advocates will apply their skills and knowledge in advocating for human rights and supporting community members and grassroots agencies in addressing issues of racism, discrimination and/or barriers to access.
As a Stride Advocate you will learn skills in advocating for human rights, supporting community members and grassroots agencies in addressing issues of racism, discrimination and/or barriers to access.
Read MoreBe part of the Justice4Reel Youth Creative Lab that will take place December 6-8, 2018 in Edmonton, Alberta. Over the course of the Creative Lab, participants will learn about the ethics of storytelling, be exposed to various film making approaches and collaborate with peers and professionals while have the chance to pull apart, refine and expand upon their project idea
Read MoreJoin us for our first RAD Network Gathering held at Moonlight Bay Retreat Centre near Wabamun, Alberta from July 3-5. The intention of this gathering is to provide an opportunity to establish a community of educators, and offer a safe and supportive space to be honest and critical about issues facing our education system while we build our capacity for social justice education.
Read MoreClose to 30 people attended the session at Temple Beth Ora (TBO), in Edmonton. Rabbi Gila Caine spoke about Reform Judaism as opposed to orthodox or conservative denominations and the members present shared the unique history of TBO since its formation in the late 70’s.
Read MoreHearing from Shiloh Centre for Multicultural Roots about the history of black settlement and migration in the Prairies.
Read MoreThe River is a tribute to many of the animals - four legged, winged or scaled - that are native to Edmonton’s beloved river valley, specifically near the University of Alberta.
Read MoreJoin us for a day of building friendships and community in Edmonton across backgrounds, difference and ability. Together let’s reflect on Canada’s history with honesty and create a shared vision for Canada’s future.
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