Originally, globalization was as much about human rights as trade but that changed when a corporate-centric new set of rules was implemented Of all the radical initiatives put forward by U.S. president-elect Donald Trump, the notion of blowing up international trade deals is the most popular. But tampering with globalization is risky. Should Trump have
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Canadian Kids Going Hungry
on June 13th, 2012
We live in one of the wealthiest countries in the world. But hunger is something that we at the hospital increasingly see among the families that bring their children to us for medical attention.
Women of Zimbabwe Arise!
on July 14th, 2011
The people in Zimbabwe want bread and roses because we deserve the beautiful things, too.” I am truly touched by Jenni’s thoughtful gift and wear it with pride not only for the women of Zimbabwe but for women all around the world whose lives are plagued with violence and injustice.
The Amnesty International Film Festival in Vancouver
on November 15th, 2010
“We’re pleased to present so many compelling films this year,” adds Wright. “Starting with our opening gala film, Sounds Like A Revolution, through to our closing film, last year’s Gold Audience Award winner The Yes Men Fix the World.”
Combating Poverty New Battle Gear for an Ancient War
on November 5th, 2010
Since antiquity the problem of poverty has engaged the consciences of statesmen and thinkers, but few have dared to draw the obvious context – and fuel – for it: inequality.
EU approves US$700 000 towards improving conditions in Zimbabwe’s prisons
on October 23rd, 2010
The European Union has committed €500,000 (US$700 000) towards improving conditions in Zimbabwe’s prisons through a grant agreement with the Zimbabwe Association for Crime Prevention and Rehabilitation of the Offender (ZACRO).
“Speak White, Speak White” 40 ans après ..à Vancouver
on October 8th, 2010
Un essai poétique “citoyen” inspiré de “Speak White”, de Michèle Lalonde récitée 40 ans plus tôt à Montréal lors d’une nuit de la poésie
Understanding the Overloaded Police Service
on April 27th, 2010
Nowhere in Ghana’s budding democracy have any of its institutions being critically tested for fuller scrutiny than its police service.
Moving Towards a Sound Immigration Policy
on April 6th, 2010
A major consideration policy makers in every country should review is the Universal Declaration of Human Rights adopted by the United Nations in December 1948 which specifically addresses immigration and migration.
A Solemn Year of Victory Over the Dark Truths of Our Time
As the year comes to a close and the world prepares to enter a new chapter, this moment calls for more than seasonal reflection. It calls for truth, accountability, and moral clarity. To those who occupy positions of leadership and privilege: discrimination whether expressed openly or concealed behind silence has no place in a just