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ÉCOLE D'ÉTÉ DU CREDP --- Droit international humanitaire (DIH) 2019 | HRREC SUMMER SCHOOL --- International Humanitarian Law (IHL) 2019
by Viviana Fernandez 15 Jan '19

15 Jan '19

Dear colleagues, I hope you enjoyed a restful holiday break. We are delighted to share with you information about our upcoming International Humanitarian Law Summer School (May 2019). You will find information about eligibility, applications, fees, etc. in the links below. Please share among your students, relevant colleagues and interested professionals. All the best for this New Year, Viviana Viviana Fernandez Directrice adjointe | Assistant Director Centre de recherche et d'enseignement sur les droits de la personne | Human Rights Research and Education Centre Université d'Ottawa | University of Ottawa 613-562-5800 (1985) www.cdp-hrc.uottawa.ca<https://cdp-hrc.uottawa.ca/> From: Caroline Faucher Sent: January-15-19 9:55 AM To: Viviana Fernandez <Viviana.Fernandez(a)uottawa.ca> Subject: ÉCOLE D'ÉTÉ DU CREDP --- Droit international humanitaire (DIH) 2019 | HRREC SUMMER SCHOOL --- International Humanitarian Law (IHL) 2019 [cid:image001.jpg@01D4ACB8.4F4021F0] ________________________________ L'Université d'Ottawa, le Centre de recherche et d'enseignement sur les droits de la personne et la Croix-Rouge canadienne sont fières de vous présenter la 13e édition du Cours d'été en Droit international humanitaire (DIH)<https://cdp-hrc.uottawa.ca/fr/cours/DRC4521> qui se tiendra du 26 au 31 mai 2019. Les objectifs du cours sont d'enseigner les principes fondamentaux du DIH aux étudiants et aux professionnels, ainsi que de fournir un milieu permettant d'appliquer ces connaissances à des études de cas réalistes et une journée complète dédiée a des exercices de simulations. Les candidatures d'étudiant(e)s universitaires, d'employé(e)s du gouvernement, d'organisations non gouvernementales, de journalistes et d'entreprises faisant du commerce international sont bienvenues. La priorité sera accordée aux participants possédant de l'expérience pratique ou théorique du droit international humanitaire, du droit international en matière de droits de la personne ou du travail humanitaire. Le cours est offert en français et en anglais. Les étudiant(e)s doivent choisir leur langue de préférence et l'indiquer sur le formulaire de demande. Lorsque vous êtes inscrit dans une section, il ne sera pas permis de transférer à un autre groupe. Le nombre d'inscriptions est limité à 30 participant(e)s par section. Les personnes qui termineront la formation avec succès recevront un certificat de reconnaissance de la Croix-Rouge canadienne et de l'Université d'Ottawa. Les animateurs du cours sont des universitaires reconnus du Canada et de l'étranger ainsi que des praticiens du Ministère de la défense nationale et de Justice Canada. Ce programme contient 2 heures de professionnalisme et contient également jusqu'à 28 heures et 45 minutes consacrées au droit de fond auprès du Barreau du Haut-Canada et du Barreau du Québec. Si vous avez des questions, n'hésitez surtout pas à communiquer avec nous à l'adresse dih-ihl(a)uottawa.ca<mailto:dih-ihl@uottawa.ca>. ________________________________ The University of Ottawa, the Human Rights Research and Education Centre, and the Canadian Red Cross are pleased to invite you to the 13th edition of the Summer School on International Humanitarian Law (IHL)<https://cdp-hrc.uottawa.ca/en/cours/DRC4521> that will be held from May 26th to 31st, 2019. The goal of this course is to offer students and professionals the fundamentals of IHL and the opportunity to apply this knowledge through realistic case studies and a full simulation day. Applications from students, academics, government employees, NGO and IO staff, journalists and those with an interest in learning about IHL are welcome. Preference will be given to participants with exposure to the application or the theory of international humanitarian law, international human rights law or humanitarian work. The course is offered in both French and English. Applicants must choose the language in which they would like to follow the course and indicate it on their application form. Once an applicant is enrolled in a section, he/she will not be permitted to switch groups. Enrollment is limited to 30 participants by language group. Those who successfully complete the training will receive a certificate of recognition from the Canadian Red Cross and the University of Ottawa. The Course features leading Canadian and international scholars and experts from the Department of National Defense and Justice Canada. This program contains 2 Professionalism Hours and is also eligible for up to 28 hours and 45 minutes of Substantive Content with the Law Society of Upper Canada and the Barreau du Québec. If you have questions about the summer school, do not hesitate to contact us at dih-ihl(a)uottawa.ca<mailto:dih-ihl@uottawa.ca>. ________________________________ Centre de recherche et d'enseignement sur les droits de la personne | Human Rights Research and Education Centre Université d'Ottawa | University of Ottawa 613-562-5775 www.cdp-hrc.uottawa.ca<http://www.cdp-hrc.uottawa.ca> | HRREC(a)uOttawa.ca<mailto:HRREC@uOttawa.ca>

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70th Anniversary of UDHR
by Helen Fallding 14 Dec '18

14 Dec '18

From: Frederick John Packer <John.Packer(a)uottawa.ca> Sent: Friday, December 14, 2018 11:56 AM To: Christina Szurlej <christina.szurlej(a)gmail.com>; Helen Fallding <Helen.Fallding(a)umanitoba.ca> Cc: Viviana Fernandez <Viviana.Fernandez(a)uottawa.ca> Subject: RE: 70th Anniversary of UDHR Please find attached a photo together with a list of speakers and topics we had yesterday for a slightly belated commemoration of the 70th anniversary of the UDHR. This was essentially internal - here at uOttawa/HRREC. It was a rich collegial exchange and shows the range of topics being addressed; the UDHR offered an impetus to get together and a thread which bound the various topics together (at least as a source of inspiration). Please feel free to share this with the CAHRI network. I look forward to following up in 2019 with a view to invigorating the CAHRI network! Best wishes, John Prof. John Packer Neuberger-Jesin Professor of International Conflict Resolution Professeur Neuberger-Jesin sur la résolution de conflits internationaux Directeur, Centre de recherche et d'enseignement sur les droits de la personne Director, Human Rights Research and Education Centre Université d'Ottawa | University of Ottawa Et/and Faculté de droit | Faculty of Law Pavillon Fauteux Hall 57 Louis-Pasteur, Ottawa, Ontario, K1N 6N5 Canada Tél. | Tel: +1 613-562-5800 (3462) Téléc. | Fax: +1 613-562-5124 jpacker(a)uottawa.ca<mailto:jpacker@uottawa.ca> www.cdp-hrc.uottawa.ca<http://www.cdp-hrc.uottawa.ca/>

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UDHR 70th anniversary
by Helen Fallding 04 Dec '18

04 Dec '18

Hi Christina, The Canadian Museum for Human Rights is recognizing the 70th anniversary: https://humanrights.ca/event/human-rights-day From: Christina Szurlej <cszurlej(a)stu.ca> Date: Tuesday, December 4, 2018 at 3:05 PM To: "helen.fallding(a)umanitoba.ca" <Helen.Fallding(a)umanitoba.ca> Subject: RE: [HR-rsch] Forum on implementing UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples: Jan. 18-19 Hi Helen, Could you please send an email to our network inquiring about events across Canada celebrating the 70th anniversary of the UDHR? When I lived in England, there were a number of momentous events to celebrate the 60th anniversary. It may be that organizations are waiting until the 75th, but thought I’d check and see. I am not aware of any events happening in New Brunswick. The AHRC is not organizing an event, given that classes will be over and students are busy prepping for exams. Many thanks, Christina Christina Szurlej, PhD Director, Atlantic Human Rights Centre<http://wp.stu.ca/ahrc/> Acting Director & Assistant Professor, Human Rights Department<http://w3.stu.ca/stu/academics/departments/human_rights/> St. Thomas University, Fredericton, NB E3B 5G3 P: 506-452-0451 ~ E: cszurlej(a)stu.ca<mailto:cszurlej@stu.ca> ~ FB: STU Human Rights<https://www.facebook.com/stuhumanrights/> ~ T: @STUHMRTDept<https://twitter.com/stuhmrtdept> “Be the change you wish to see in the world.” Mahatma Gandhi

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Forum on implementing UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples: Jan. 18-19
by Helen Fallding 21 Nov '18

21 Nov '18

Register today for Kiskinohamatowin: an international research forum on implementing the UN Declararation on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Registration link: http://law.robsonhall.com/kiskinohamatowin-forum/ Please forward to your networks. [cid:image001.jpg@01D48185.C8765A20]

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Master of Human Rights degree is first-of-its-kind in Canada
by Helen Fallding 05 Nov '18

05 Nov '18

The first Master of Human Rights graduate degree program to be offered in Canada will be housed at the University of Manitoba’s Faculty of Law. [University of Manitoba News Release]<http://news.umanitoba.ca/mailster/83620/00000000000000000000000000000000/aH…> [Media Release] Master of Human Rights: first-of-its-kind DEGREE in Canada November 5, 2018 The Faculty of Law of the University of Manitoba is pleased to announce the first Master of Human Rights (MHR) graduate degree program to be offered in Canada. This interdisciplinary professional program will train students both practically and academically for careers in human rights work, in collaboration with the faculties of Arts, Education, and Social Work and the Centre for Human Rights Research, the Arthur V. Mauro Centre for Peace and Justice in St. Paul’s College, and the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation. Dr. Jonathan Black-Branch, Dean of Law says, “The fragility of human rights protection requires trained professionals to monitor and enforce such protections, without which individuals are vulnerable. This new master’s degree represents a monumental development for the faculty in bringing together a wide range of disciplines under this exciting professional degree. Indeed, it is a significant opportunity for the university, the Province of Manitoba and for Canada as a whole.” Dr. David Barnard, President and Vice-Chancellor of the University of Manitoba states, “Protecting human rights and ensuring social justice requires vigilance; it requires careful study, critical thinking, open minds, and bold ideas. We can provide that here at the University of Manitoba.” According to the Director of Peace and Conflict Studies, Dr. Adam Muller, who helped design the new program, students wanting well-rounded training in human rights law, theory and human-rights-specific quantitative and qualitative research methods have often needed to go to the U.S. or Europe. This kind of training is typically expected for positions with organizations like the Red Cross and the United Nations, Muller explains. “As a result, Canada was losing a chance to educate generations of students in a domestic context marked by distinct (and emulated) legal traditions, memory cultures, and mechanisms of historical redress.” “For all kinds of reasons, it makes sense to house the program in Law,” says Muller, pointing to scholars in the Faculty of Law already pursuing work in human rights. He noted that the Dean of Law worked in the United Kingdom prior to assuming his position at the U of M in 2016, so he is “very familiar with the kind of program we have proposed, and with the kind of students it will attract.” “We believe that this arrangement will be win-win for all of the parties concerned,” Muller says. “For the University of Manitoba to offer this kind of program,” Black-Branch says, “demonstrates academic leadership in having such a degree that will focus on professional development and promote the importance of protecting human rights globally.” The MHR program will soon begin accepting applications for its first intake of students in the fall of 2019. More information is available at the Master of Human Rights page<http://news.umanitoba.ca/mailster/83620/00000000000000000000000000000000/aH…> on the Robson Hall, Faculty of Law website. [Read More on UM Today]<http://news.umanitoba.ca/mailster/83620/00000000000000000000000000000000/aH…> Share this story: [Facebook]<http://news.umanitoba.ca/mailster/83620/00000000000000000000000000000000/aH…> [Twitter]<http://news.umanitoba.ca/mailster/83620/00000000000000000000000000000000/aH…> [LinkedIn]<http://news.umanitoba.ca/mailster/83620/00000000000000000000000000000000/aH…> For more information: Christine Mazur, Communications Officer, Robson Hall Faculty of Law, U of M, 204-480-1452<tel:2044801452>, or email: Christine.Mazur(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Christine.Mazur@umanitoba.ca>

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Tenure-track position in human rights
by Helen Fallding 09 Oct '18

09 Oct '18

Dear friends and colleagues, We're hiring! Applications are invited for a Tenure Track Position in Human Rights (Assistant Professor). We're a small dynamic unit offering Western Canada's only undergraduate human rights program. More information about us is available here: https://www.uwinnipeg.ca/global-college/. Please circulate far and wide. Sincerely, Kristi Kristi Heather Kenyon Assistant Professor, Human Rights Program CIFAR-Azrieli Scholar, Successful Societies Program Global College, University of Winnipeg Tenure Track Position Assistant Professor of Human Rights Applications are invited for a tenure track position at the rank of Assistant Professor, with a specialization in human rights. Candidates are expected to hold a doctoral degree in human rights or a related discipline, including but not limited to, history, political science, law or philosophy. A background in human rights law, business, or Indigenous rights would be considered an asset. Candidates should also have a strong research record, and a demonstrated commitment to excellent and innovative undergraduate teaching. The successful candidate will have expertise to teach undergraduate human rights courses related to both Canadian and international contexts. Applied work experience in human rights is an asset, as is cross-cultural or international work or teaching experience. Human Rights is an interdisciplinary B.A. program housed in The University of Winnipeg Global College. The program places a strong emphasis on interdisciplinary collaboration, as well as creating opportunities for students to gain experience outside the classroom through field courses, practicum placements, community engagement initiatives and doing research with faculty members. The effective date of appointment is anticipated to be July 1, 2019. The University of Winnipeg, (http://www.uwinnipeg.ca/) located in the heart of the city, has an enrollment of over 10,000 students from diverse cultures in more than 40 programs across undergraduate and graduate levels. Winnipeg is home to over 810,000 people from around the world with a rich array of cultural, educational and recreational opportunities, including the new Canadian Museum of Human Rights. Reasonable housing costs make Winnipeg an affordable place to live and work. The University of Winnipeg is committed to employment equity, welcomes diversity in the workplace, and encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, members of racialized communities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. Additional information on the University of Winnipeg is available at http://www.uwinnipeg.ca/. Applicants should submit curriculum vitae, the names of three referees, a statement of research and teaching interest, samples of two publications under 50 pages each, and evidence of teaching effectiveness. Review of applications will begin on December 1, 2018, and continue until the position is filled. We appreciate all applicants' interest but please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Applications should be submitted electronically to: ke.lambert(a)uwinnipeg.ca<mailto:ke.lambert@uwinnipeg.ca> For further information, contact Dr. Lloyd Kornelsen, Program Director for Human Rights, The University of Winnipeg 515 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, MB, Canada R3B 2E9 Tel. 204-988-7532 Email. L.kornelsen(a)uwinnipeg.ca<mailto:L.kornelsen@uwinnipeg.ca> Kristi Heather Kenyon, PhD Assistant Professor, Human Rights, Global College, University of Winnipeg CIFAR-Azrieli Global Scholar, Successful Societies Program Tel: +1 (204) 988-7107

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Webinar - Gene editing and human rights
by Viviana Fernandez 01 Oct '18

01 Oct '18

Dear colleagues, Next Thursday, 4 October, OpenGlobalRights (co-organised by uOttawa's David Petrasek) will host a 1-hour webinair on "Gene editing and human rights". They've teamed up with the scientists at the Centre for Genetics and Society in San Francisco. The talk will aim to provide a non-specialist introduction to the issues, with both human rights and genetic specialists. Details here: https://www.openglobalrights.org/gene-editing/ Thought this may be of interest to some of our and your Centres' Members and associates. Please do share. Best wishes, John

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Invitation to take part in the 16-Days Campaign / Invitation pour participer à la campagne des 16 jours
by Viviana Fernandez 21 Sep '18

21 Sep '18

French message follows, Dear colleagues, From November 25th to December 10th of 2018, the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence Campaign will take place around the world and thousands of individuals and organizations will raise awareness about gender-based violence as a truly global issue. In Canada, Women in International Security Canada (WIIS-Canada) and its partners - Atlantic Human Rights Centre (St. Thomas University), Canada Federation of University Women, Canadian Labour Congress, DisAbled Women's Network Canada, Grandmothers Advocacy Network, Immigration Women Services Ottawa, Native Women Association of Canada, New Brunswick Multicultural Council, Ottawa Coalition to End Violence Against Women, Women’s Shelters Canada and Zonta Club of Ottawa - are leading the effort to create a national campaign and wish to invite your organization to participate by hosting an event or spearheading an advocacy initiative. The goal of the 16 Days campaign in Canada this year is to promote a nation-wide series of events and activities under the theme “End Gender-Based Violence in the World of Work.” Your event can take different formats, from a panel discussion or debate, a vigil, a fundraiser to a film screening. You can also organize social media events, for example, webinars and Twitter “Teach-ins,” during which facts on and information about gender-based violence will be shared with each tweet bearing the campaign hashtags. You can view past event calendars on the WIIS Canada’s 16 Days website<http://www.wiiscanada.org/16days/> for ideas. Attached to this email you will find the 2017 Campaign report. In order to submit an event/initiative to be featured on the campaign’s calendar, you need to fill out a short online form<http://www.wiiscanada.org/submit-an-event-2018/>. On our website, you will also find general guidelines, additional information about the campaign as well as resources. All events in the calendar will be promoted through our website and social media platforms. Participation in the campaign has no cost to your organisation. If you have any questions please feel free to contact us at 16Days(a)wiiscanada.org<mailto:16Days@wiiscanada.org>. On behalf of the 16 Days Canada Campaign Steering Committee, we sincerely hope that you will join us and share this invitation widely. In solidarity, Viviana Fernandez Vice-Chair Women in International Security - Canada ________________ Chers collègues, Du 25 novembre au 10 décembre 2018, la campagne « 16 jours d’activisme contre la violence de genre » aura lieu autour du monde. Des milliers d’individus et d’organisations participeront à la campagne de sensibilisation sur la violence de genre, un enjeu réellement global. Au Canada, Femmes en sécurité internationale Canada (FESI-Canada) et ses partenaires - Atlantic Human Rights Centre (St. Thomas University), Fédération canadienne des femmes diplômées des universités, Congrès du travail du Canada, Réseau d'Action des Femmes Handicapées Canada, Mouvement de soutien des grands-mères, Services pour femmes immigrantes d’Ottawa, Association des femmes autochtones du Canada, Conseil multiculturel du Nouveau-Brunswick, Coalition d'Ottawa contre la violence faite aux femmes, Hébergement femmes Canada et Zonta Club of Ottawa - travaillent pour créer une campagne nationale et, dans ce cadre, nous aimerions vous inviter à participer en organisant un événement ou en menant une initiative de sensibilisation. L’objectif de la Campagne des 16 jours au Canada cette année est de promouvoir une série d’événements et d’initiatives au niveau national sous le thème «mettre fin à la violence basée sur le genre dans le monde du travail ». Votre événement peut prendre la forme d’une table-ronde ou d’un débat, une veillée, une activité de levée de fonds ou même de projection d’un film. Votre événement peut aussi prendre la forme d’un webinaire ou d’une campagne sur les médias sociaux durant laquelle des faits et de l’information sur la violence de genre sera partagées sur Twitter, et chaque tweet portera les mot-dièses de la campagne. Vous pouvez consulter les calendriers d’événements des années précédentes sur le site de WIIS Canada<http://www.wiiscanada.org/16days/> pour d’autres idées. Vous retrouverez en pièce jointe le rapport de la Campagne pour 2017. Pour soumettre un événement ou une initiative qui sera ajoutée au calendrier de la campagne, vous devez remplir un formulaire en ligne<http://www.wiiscanada.org/fr/submit-an-event-2018/> très court. Sur notre site, vous trouverez des renseignements généraux sur la campagne, des ressources et des conseils. Notre site internet et nos réseaux sociaux feront la promotion de tous les événements au calendrier. Votre participation à cette campagne n’a aucun coût pour votre organisation. Si vous avez des questions, n’hésitez pas à communiquer avec nous à 16Days(a)wiiscanada.org<mailto:16Days@wiiscanada.org>. Au nom du comité organisateur de la Campagne de 16 jours Canada, nous espérons que vous vous joindrez à nous et que vous partagerez cette invitation parmi vos contacts. Sincères salutations. Viviana Fernandez Vice-Présidente Femmes en sécurité internationale - Canada

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Sign-on to letter to PM Trudeau re Rohingyas?
by Frederick John Packer 15 Sep '18

15 Sep '18

Dear colleagues, I trust this finds you well and happily/busily engaged in the new academic year! See attached a self-explanatory open letter to PM Trudeau. It has over 100 signatories including many notables - including a few members of our network (Hooray!). There are scores of Profs from 19 Universities across Canada. We'd like to get over 20 Universities indicated :) and especially to include Human Rights Centres! Might you sign-on (either in your personal capacity or for your Centre)? Grateful for your consideration. Sorry for the very short notice, but we need a response by Monday morning at 10am Ottawa-time because there will be a Press Conference at Parliament on Monday afternoon. If you are willing to sign-on, please indicate your preferred title. Thanks and Cheers! John Prof. John Packer Neuberger-Jesin Professor of International Conflict Resolution Professeur Neuberger-Jesin sur la résolution de conflits internationaux Directeur, Centre de recherche et d'enseignement sur les droits de la personne Director, Human Rights Research and Education Centre Université d'Ottawa | University of Ottawa Et/and Faculté de droit | Faculty of Law Pavillon Fauteux Hall 57 Louis-Pasteur, Ottawa, Ontario, K1N 6N5 Canada Tél. | Tel: +1 613-562-5800 (3462) Téléc. | Fax: +1 613-562-5124 jpacker(a)uottawa.ca<mailto:jpacker@uottawa.ca> www.cdp-hrc.uottawa.ca<http://www.cdp-hrc.uottawa.ca/>

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Open Letter to PM Trudeau on Rohingya Genocide
by Helen Fallding 23 Jul '18

23 Jul '18

As the latest reports demonstrate inescapable pre-planning for the attacks on the Rohingyas last year (and still ongoing almost a year later!), it seems clear that a more focused and determined response from the IC, including Govt of Canada, is needed. The authors of the letter (myself amongst them) are seeking a wide range and array of organisations and individuals to sign-on - hopefully with strong HR participation and cross-Canada geographic representation. Responses to sign-on should be addressed to Mr Fareed Khan at the email address indicated below. We hope to get this submitted in early August, hold a Press Conference and rally support for cross-Canada demonstrations on 25 August - the one-year anniversary of the last year's spate of egregious attacks. Thanks in advance! Best wishes, John ________________________________ From: Fareed W. Khan <fareed-khan(a)rogers.com<mailto:fareed-khan@rogers.com>> Sent: July 22, 2018 4:23 PM Subject: Re: Open Letter - Revised Draft Attached is the final draft. Fareed

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