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Experiential Learning August 28, 2024
The Gambia’s Human Rights Champions

After experiencing 22 years of dictatorship, The Gambia is now on a path of rebirth and reconstruction. The emblem of this movement for change is The Gambia’s National Human Rights Commission (NHRC). Established in 2017, the NHRC is composed of dedicated commissioners and staff that are professionals with a wide range of backgrounds ranging from ex police officers, lawyers, ministry of justice staff and more. However diverse their backgrounds may be, their passion for protecting and promoting human rights unifies them and allows them to work together towards making The Gambia a country that exercises human rights.

Human Rights August 26, 2024
Environment America: Public Advocacy & Tree Policies
Going door to door seems outdated, but at Environment America, canvassing is a crucial part of advocating for the environment. After my first three weeks of canvassing, I switched over to focus on the legal side of the Old Growth Amendment, doing outreach for the Plastic Pellets Free Waters Campaign, and setting up for Lobby Day.
Experiential Learning August 23, 2024
Human Rights Found in Several Ghanaian Contexts
Curious what the summer looks like for a research intern, volunteer, and part-time engineer? Keep reading to hear about my experience in Ghana.
Human Rights August 22, 2024
Action Research Faculty Fellowship 2024-25
The Human Rights Center (HRC) invites applications from faculty of all ranks and from all units and departments across campus for a collaborative opportunity to steer the next phase of the Action Research and Rights Collective (ARRC), a community of practice around participatory research methodologies.
Human Rights August 22, 2024
New Faculty Learning Community on Business, Human Rights, and Sustainability
The Human Rights Center (HRC) invites applications from faculty of all ranks and from all units and departments across campus to join an interdisciplinary cohort at the intersection of business, human rights, and sustainability. 
Human Rights August 19, 2024
Bridging Innovation and Education: A Summer with WomHub

This summer, Makoro Kebe’s internship with WomHub was a catalyst for profound growth and insight, blending her passions for cybersecurity and education. Her experience highlighted the power of education and innovation in empowering women and underscoring broader social issues, emphasizing the crucial intersection of technology and social justice. 

Faith/Mission July 31, 2024
El Salvador’s Sacred Journey: Lessons from a Land of Resilience

El Salvador is a country with breathtaking landscapes and a vibrant culture. It's the smallest country in Central America, but it has a population of approximately 6.5 million people. Salvadorans are friendly and hospitable. They carry within them a beacon of light that serves as a sign of hope and inspiration for those seeking peace in a troubled world.

Law June 17, 2024
Trip to U.S. Supreme Court ends with Swearing-In

A group of alumni and friends from the University of Dayton School of Law got to share in a once-in-a-lifetime experience at the U.S. Supreme Court.

Human Rights May 17, 2024
Reclaiming Power: Insights from SPHR 2023 (Part 4)
In November 2023, we gathered for the 2023 Social Practice of Human Rights, co-convening with the International Conference on the Right to Development, focused on the theme – “Decolonization and Development for Africa and People of African Descent.” This SPHR23 blog series captures the discussions and shares the learning that occurred during the conference around the themes of (1) the right to development; (2) building social movements; (3) just energy transitions; and (4) identity and belonging — as applied to Africa and the people of African descent. 
Human Rights May 06, 2024
Reclaiming Power: Insights from SPHR 2023 (Part 3)
In November 2023, we gathered for the 2023 Social Practice of Human Rights, co-convening with the International Conference on the Right to Development, focused on the theme – “Decolonization and Development for Africa and People of African Descent.” This SPHR23 blog series captures the discussions and shares the learning that occurred during the conference around the themes of (1) the right to development; (2) building social movements; (3) just energy transitions; and (4) identity and belonging — as applied to Africa and the people of African descent.