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Published on Nov 18, 2024

Congratulations Master of Human Rights Graduates of Fall 2024 Convocation

November 18, 2024 — The Faculty of Law congratulates the newest graduates of the University of Manitoba’s Master of Human Rights Program. Six students crossed the stage on October 23, 2024 to receive this unique interdisciplinary graduate degree supported …

Source: University of Manitoba - Center-left
Published on Nov 18, 2024

Canadians generally optimistic about human rights, despite challenges: poll

OTTAWA – Two-thirds of Canadians are optimistic about where human rights are headed in this country, but there is growing pessimism about the state of rights abroad, a new survey found. The Canadian Museum for Human Rights in Winnipeg released its second …

Source: Brandon Sun - Neutral
Published on 08:02 GMT

Two spirits, 35 years: event celebrates term’s anniversary

The Canadian Museum for Human Rights, in collaboration with Day of Pink, hosts an event this afternoon commemorating the 35th anniversary of the term “two-spirit.” It includes a première screening of a documentary, the launch of a two-spirit curriculum, …

Source: Winnipeg Free Press - Neutral
Published on Nov 14, 2024

KLEIN: The left has a disturbing penchant to call for human rights, for some

Breadcrumb Trail Links Opinion Columnists Published Nov 14, 2024 • Last updated 4 hours ago • 5 minute read Afghan burqa-clad women walk along a street on the outskirts of Mazar-i-Sharif on October 13, 2024. (Photo by Atif Aryan / AFP) (Photo by …

Source: Winnipeg Sun - Label Pending
Published on Nov 15, 2024

Winnipeg's Transit Plus under review amid OT staffing shortage

The City of Winnipeg is putting a service that provides door-to-door rides to people living with disabilities under review. Winnipeg Transit Plus is meant to help people, who have disabilities that prevent them from taking a city bus, travel around the …

Source: CTV News - Neutral
Published on Nov 15, 2024

FUN FACTS FRIDAY! Winnipeg is a special place (we’re more than just mosquitoes)

Breadcrumb Trail Links News Winnipeg Opinion Published Nov 15, 2024 • Last updated 50 minutes ago • 5 minute read The Zoloto Ukrainian Dance troupe performs at the Folklorama in 2023. The festival is one of the things that makes Winnipeg a special …

Source: Winnipeg Sun - Label Pending
Published on Nov 18, 2024

This week inside city hall: Bilingualism, speed limits and fines

Breadcrumb Trail Links News Winnipeg Published Nov 17, 2024 • Last updated 22 hours ago • 4 minute read A city councillor is advocating to lower the speed limit to 30 km/h along a busy bike route on Wellington Crescent. Photo by Gavin Young / …

Source: Winnipeg Sun - Label Pending
Published on Nov 18, 2024

In the news today: Post strike and trade talks amid parliament stall

Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up to speed... Post strike and trade talks amid parliament stall Parliament closes in on its eighth week of gridlock over a privilege motion, as Canada Post employees are on strike …

Source: Guelph Today - Neutral
Published on Nov 17, 2024

Necessary, nefarious side gigs

This is the weekly Work Life newsletter. If you are interested in more careers-related content, sign up to receive it in your inbox. Sent every Monday afternoon. Are you working on your side hustle this week? If so, you are far from alone and your company …

Source: The Globe and Mail - Neutral
Published on Nov 16, 2024

Addressing learning disabilities

Opinion It is good to learn from Maggie Macintosh (Making sure every student learns to read – Nov. 1) of the emerging emphasis on early screening of children who struggle to read. Screeners like the Shaywitz screener are useful and highly accurate in …

Source: Winnipeg Free Press - Neutral
Published on Nov 16, 2024

Asper-founded jazz series celebrates 25 years

The Izzy Asper Jazz Performances series is turning 25 this year. Its anniversary season kicks off this weekend with two Roaring ‘20s-themed concerts featuring Montreal-based vocalist Susie Arioli and her quartet. The Oscar Peterson Prize winner’s style is …

Source: Winnipeg Free Press - Neutral
Published on Nov 16, 2024

Opening gates on ‘untapped opportunity’

Ottawa has tabbed more than $38 million to expand high-speed internet access to 14 rural, mostly Indigenous communities in Manitoba. The bulk of the money to be drawn from the federal government’s $3 billion Universal Broadband Fund went to projects …

Source: Winnipeg Free Press - Neutral
Published on Nov 15, 2024

Jeffrey Gibson Opens a Portal in Two-Spirit Tribute at MASS MoCA

There was a lot of talk about portals earlier this month at MASS MoCA, the enormous art space in Western Massachusetts now playing home to an eye-popping, shape-shifting installation by artist Jeffrey Gibson through the winter of next year. Gibson had …

Source: Art in America - Neutral
Published on Nov 15, 2024

North Island College Artist Talk series starts with Indigenous artist

The first event of the North Island College Artist Talk lecture series will feature an Indigenous artist who reclaimed residential school items for a powerful piece of art The first event of the North Island College Artist Talk lecture series will feature …

Source: North Island Gazette - Label Pending
Published on Nov 15, 2024

Kool Keith, Owen Pallett headline Winterruption festival in January

Underground hip-hop legend Kool Keith, alt-Americana king Phosphorescent, prolific composer and Polaris Prize winner Owen Pallett and Halifax indie stars Nap Eyes are coming to town in January to play the local leg of the multi-city Winterruption Festival. …

Source: Winnipeg Free Press - Neutral
Published on Nov 15, 2024

Interview with High Commissioner Brenda Wills: Strengthening Canada-Dominica relations

Canadian High Commissioner to Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean Brenda WillsCanadian High Commissioner to the Eastern Caribbean, Brenda Wills, recently visited Dominica from the 4th to the 6th of November, and in a sit-down interview with Dominica News …

Source: Dominica News Online - Neutral
Published on Nov 15, 2024

Alberta Treaty Chiefs slam feds after Ottawa denies legal duty to provide safe drinking water

Chiefs from Treaty First Nations in Alberta met last month with the minister of Indigenous Services Canada to reiterate their concerns with the First Nations Clean Water Act. The meeting was held one week after government lawyers argued in court that their …

Source: CTV News Edmonton - Neutral
Published on Nov 14, 2024

French weapons system found in Sudan is likely violation of U.N. arms embargo, says Amnesty

CAIRO (AP) — Armored vehicles manufactured by the United Arab Emirates and equipped with French defense systems have been captured by the Sudanese army during the civil war in Sudan, Amnesty International says. The rights group said in a report on Thursday …

Source: Winnipeg Free Press - Neutral

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Published on November 19, 2024 - 12:11 GMT

Sudan: Community kitchens bring vital food relief to thousands in North Darfur as humanitarian conditions worsen

Eight community kitchens are providing two hot meals per day for around 10,000 newly-displaced people in the Zamzam camp, south of Al-Fasher. The city has witnessed severe fighting over several months, disrupting the delivery of essential supplies and …

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Published on November 19, 2024 - 12:11 GMT

Opening Statement by Dr Gilles Carbonnier, Vice-President of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) At the ...

Excellencies, Ladies and Gentlemen, I would like to thank the embassy of Switzerland to Poland and the University of Warsaw for co-convening this event marking the 75th anniversary of the Geneva Conventions. I am pleased to be visiting Warsaw for the …

Distribution channels: Human Rights

Published on November 19, 2024 - 12:11 GMT

Prisons in Africa need to be better managed in order to ensure decent conditions of detention

In response to these challenges and needs, at the beginning of October 2024, the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) and the Madagascan Ministry of Justice organized a workshop on prisons that brought together 14 French-speaking African …

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Published on November 19, 2024 - 14:04 GMT

Deputy Minister Sihle Zikalala calls on Human's Rights Commission to investigate the George building collapse

Deputy Minister Sihle Zikalala calls on Human's Rights Commission (HRC) to investigate the George building collapse and the exploitation of workers in the built environment The Deputy Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure, Sihle Zikalala, has …

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Published on November 19, 2024 - 13:33 GMT

Past Need Not Be Prologue: Applying the Lessons of History to NATO-Russia Relations in the Arctic

Back to Publications Nagurskoye is Russia’s Northernmost air base, located on an island in Franz Joseph Land, an archipelago approximately 1,350 km north of Murmansk. Photo: Ministry of Defence of the Russian Federation The Arctic Institute NATO Series …

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Published on November 19, 2024 - 06:24 GMT

Oxfam reaction to launch of Global Alliance Against Hunger and Poverty

Responding to the official launch today of the Global Alliance against Hunger and Poverty proposed by Brazil’s G20 presidency, Oxfam Brazil’s Director of Programs, Advocacy and Campaigns Maitê Gauto said: “The Global Alliance Against Hunger and Poverty …

Distribution channels: Human Rights
Published on November 19, 2024 - 06:24 GMT

Oxfam reaction to the G20 Leaders’ communiqué

Responding to the publication today of the G20 Leaders’ communiqué, Oxfam Brazil’s Executive Director Viviana Santiago said: “We applaud Brazil for using their G20 Presidency to respond to people’s demands worldwide to tackle extreme inequality, hunger …

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Published on November 19, 2024 - 08:25 GMT

President Cyril Ramaphosa: South Africa’s Statement on Working Session II: Reform of Global Governance Institutions G20 ...

His Excellency President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, Heads of State and Government of the G20 Members and Invited Countries, Secretary-General of the United Nations, Mr António Guterres, Ladies and Gentlemen, Thank you for ensuring that the reform of the …

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Published on November 19, 2024 - 15:00 GMT

Narconon Arrowhead Graduates and Local Residents Pledge to Educate Communities About Drugs

Prominent Treatment Center Creates a Drug-Free Future for Families and Youth CANADIAN, OK, UNITED STATES, November 19, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Oklahoma is a tragic snapshot of the entire nation when it comes to drug abuse: drug overdose …

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Published on November 19, 2024 - 14:54 GMT

Data Axle Nonprofit Promotes Adam Tatro to SVP of Client Services to Drive Continued Growth for Apogee & DonorBase

AI Models and Innovation to Help Nonprofit Organizations Reach Fundraising Goals DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, November 19, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today, Data Axle Nonprofit is excited to announce the appointment of Adam Tatro as Senior Vice …

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Published on November 19, 2024 - 13:45 GMT

Kable Academy Gives Back: Empowering the Boys and Girls Club with Essential AI Skills

Kable Academy launched its “Kable Academy Gives Back” initiative, designed to equip organizations with valuable knowledge in artificial intelligence (AI). CINCINNATI, OH, UNITED STATES, November 19, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Kable Academy, a …

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Published on November 19, 2024 - 13:30 GMT

Minority-owned clinic sues Optum Maryland and State over healthcare discrimination

Second lawsuit claims Optum Maryland's discrimination and mismanagement caused $680,000 in damages to a minority-owned healthcare provider. BALTIMORE, MD, UNITED STATES, November 19, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Justly Prudent recently …

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Published on November 19, 2024 - 02:42 GMT

How to Build Self-Esteem & Confidence: A Teen Girl's Guide to Self-Actualization

TX, UNITED STATES, November 18, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In today's world, teenagers face a lot of pressure. It can be tough to feel good about yourself and believe in your abilities. A new book, "How to Build Healthy Self-Esteem and …

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Published on November 19, 2024 - 12:11 GMT

Sudan: Community kitchens bring vital food relief to thousands in North Darfur as humanitarian conditions worsen

Eight community kitchens are providing two hot meals per day for around 10,000 newly-displaced people in the Zamzam camp, south of Al-Fasher. The city has witnessed severe fighting over several months, disrupting the delivery of essential supplies and …

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Published on November 19, 2024 - 12:11 GMT

Opening Statement by Dr Gilles Carbonnier, Vice-President of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) At the ...

Excellencies, Ladies and Gentlemen, I would like to thank the embassy of Switzerland to Poland and the University of Warsaw for co-convening this event marking the 75th anniversary of the Geneva Conventions. I am pleased to be visiting Warsaw for the …

Distribution channels: Human Rights
Published on November 19, 2024 - 12:11 GMT

Prisons in Africa need to be better managed in order to ensure decent conditions of detention

In response to these challenges and needs, at the beginning of October 2024, the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) and the Madagascan Ministry of Justice organized a workshop on prisons that brought together 14 French-speaking African …

Distribution channels: Human Rights
Published on November 18, 2024 - 22:40 GMT

Touching Miami With Love Hosts Annual Give Miami Day and Soiree To Fundraise More Than $100,000

Benefitting Miami's Children All Year Long Touching Miami With Love Provides Valuable Community Services To Miami's School Children For Critical Services MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, November 18, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- For almost thirty …

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Published on November 18, 2024 - 20:00 GMT

New Children’s Book 'The Bears Who Loved a Panda' Shares 'A Story of Unconditional Love'

written by Olga Wall; illustrated by Natalia Logvanova; on sale November 19, 2024 RICHMOND, VA, UNITED STATES, November 18, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Belle Isle Books of Richmond, Virginia, is pleased to announce the upcoming release of a new …

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Published on November 18, 2024 - 19:43 GMT

The Walls of Rockingham: Orchestrating Manufacturing Greatness

A Gripping Thriller of Corporate Intrigue, Redemption, and Triumph CARNEGIE, PA, UNITED STATES, November 18, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- About The Book: The Walls of Rockingham is an electrifying tale of murder, corruption, and corporate …

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Published on November 18, 2024 - 19:38 GMT

His House Children’s Home Participates in Give Miami Day with 100% Matching Donation to Double the Impact of Every Gift

The matching gift will help provide a joyful holiday season and essential services for hundreds of children in need MIAMI, FLORIDA, UNITED STATES, November 18, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- His House Children’s Home, a leading non-profit …

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Published on November 18, 2024 - 19:16 GMT

Worsening of Acute Food Insecurity Projected through May Makes School Meals a Lifeline

Mary’s Meals collaboration with country partners ensures consistent school feeding for almost 2.5 million children. BLOOMFIELD, NJ, UNITED STATES, November 18, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Hunger Hotspots: FAO–WFP Early Warnings on Acute Food …

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Published on November 18, 2024 - 19:15 GMT

SideBar Podcast on The Legal Talk Network Welcomes Constitutional Historians Lawrence Goldstone and Madiba K. Dennie

Constitutional historians Goldstone and Dennie join SideBar to discuss the context, concerns, and questions following the recent re-election of Donald Trump. MONTEREY, CA, UNITED STATES, November 18, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- SideBar podcast on …

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Published on November 19, 2024 - 06:24 GMT

Oxfam reaction to launch of Global Alliance Against Hunger and Poverty

Responding to the official launch today of the Global Alliance against Hunger and Poverty proposed by Brazil’s G20 presidency, Oxfam Brazil’s Director of Programs, Advocacy and Campaigns Maitê Gauto said: “The Global Alliance Against Hunger and Poverty …

Distribution channels: Human Rights
Published on November 19, 2024 - 06:24 GMT

Oxfam reaction to the G20 Leaders’ communiqué

Responding to the publication today of the G20 Leaders’ communiqué, Oxfam Brazil’s Executive Director Viviana Santiago said: “We applaud Brazil for using their G20 Presidency to respond to people’s demands worldwide to tackle extreme inequality, hunger …

Distribution channels: Human Rights
Published on November 18, 2024 - 18:00 GMT

Quadriplegic Athlete Aaron Baker Finishes Route 66 for 'Adversity Into Adventure World Tour'

Diverse-Abled™ Athlete and Author Completes Inspirational Journey along Route 66 Benefitting the Adversity Into Adventure Foundation LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, November 18, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Recovering quadriplegic athlete and …

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Published on November 18, 2024 - 17:00 GMT

(Video) The legacy of the November 2019 uprising in Iran

A characteristic of this uprising was its organized nature and the cooperation of the people and rebellious youth to overcome the regime’s security forces. PARIS, FRANCE, November 18, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The National Council of Resistance …

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Published on November 18, 2024 - 16:34 GMT

Children’s Global ‘Stomping for Peace’ Campaign reaches the United Nations

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, November 18, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As war continues to devastate millions of children worldwide, they are uniting in a powerful global campaign to demand peace. On November 19, the eve of World Children’s Day, …

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Published on November 18, 2024 - 15:04 GMT

Global physician leader calls for stronger financial, political commitments to put health at center of COP29 negotiation

As the effects of the climate crisis on human health comes under the spotlight at COP29, the WMA is calling for stronger financial and political commitments FERNEY-VOLTAIRE, AIN, FRANCE, November 18, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As the effects of …

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