Centre for Applied Human Rights

An activist centre situated in a university for public good.

[Centre for Applied Human Rights @CAHRyork]

CAHR stands in solidarity with former Fellow Meggie Nolasco and the other 13 members of the #Talaingod18 who were unjustly convicted on 15 July for their peaceful activities defending the rights of indigenous people in the Philippines.

Read our statement: https://t.co/c0dbX6GoTE

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To stay up to date with CAHR news and events, follow us on Bluesky 👇

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[IJHR @InRights]

Read Ron Dudai (@bengurionu) and Paul Gready’s (@CAHRyork) new article: From human rights documentation towards arts-based interventions: NGO collaborations with artists and the reimagining of human rights
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[Centre for Applied Human Rights @CAHRyork]

We are pleased to announce another post on our blog, Politics of Disease Framing: Surviving and Overcoming Neglect. @martaribesa, a predoctoral Researcher at @ISGLOBALorg, explores 'Why NTDs Persist in a World of Plenty'.

https://t.co/qlKiDdSNP9

[Centre for Applied Human Rights @CAHRyork]

On #WorldNTDDay we are launching our blog ‘The Politics of Disease Framing’. Read the first post from colleagues @CAHRyork, @UoYLaw, @Inediz, and @UCOMILLAS 👇

https://t.co/eKZQEs4fi0

[Collins of Highbury @Lord_Collins]

Delighted to meet with inspirational human rights defenders on #HumanRightsDay and hear how important it is to defend fundamental freedoms and civic space.

[Centre for Applied Human Rights @CAHRyork]

On #HumanRightsDay, join @YorkHumanRights as they present their initial findings for the 2024 Indicator Report.

The event will assess efforts across the city to protect the human rights of York’s residents, and identify areas in which improvements could be made.

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📅10 December 2024, 18:00 - 20:00

York Human Rights City Network - Draft findings for 2024 Indicator Report

Find out more and register online: https://t.co/KfaywAl3Zm

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📅10 December 2024, 18:00 - 20:00

York Human Rights City Network - Draft findings for 2024 Indicator Report

Find out more and register online: https://t.co/KfaywAl3Zm

[Centre for Applied Human Rights @CAHRyork]

📅3 December 2024, 6.30-8pm

Protecting Disability Rights in York

@UoYLaw marks the International Day of Persons with Disabilities with a roundtable that illustrates that universal human rights begin in 'small places close to home.'

https://t.co/4C1ia8E4bz

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📅3 December 2024, 6.30-8pm

Protecting Disability Rights in York

@UoYLaw marks the International Day of Persons with Disabilities with a roundtable that illustrates that universal human rights begin in 'small places close to home.'

https://t.co/4C1ia8E4bz

[Centre for Applied Human Rights @CAHRyork]

📅3 December 2024, 6.30-8pm

Protecting Disability Rights in York - Between Law, Research and Activism

For more information and to register, visit https://t.co/DIIc3PbVc0

[Centre for Applied Human Rights @CAHRyork]

📅10 December 2024, 18:00 - 20:00

York Human Rights City Network - Draft findings for 2024 Indicator Report

Find out more and register online: https://t.co/KfaywAl3Zm

[Centre for Applied Human Rights @CAHRyork]

📅3 December 2024, 6.30-8pm

Protecting Disability Rights in York - Between Law, Research and Activism

For more information and to register, visit https://t.co/DIIc3PbVc0

[European Centre for Press and Media Freedom @ECPMF]

📰 Safeguarding journalists at risk is crucial. Our webinar with @MediaFreedomEU, @ICORN_org, @Justice_PeaceNL, and @CAHRyork is now available on YouTube. Dive into their collaborative efforts for press freedom. Watch now: https://t.co/AFUd59p97d

[Centre for Applied Human Rights @CAHRyork]

21 November 2024 at 3:15pm

Join rapper Eedris Abdulkareem as he discusses the power of rap music in promoting social justice in his home country of Nigeria.

Find out more: https://t.co/bKWuHGKCpT

[University of York Events @UoYEvents]

Eedris Abdulkareem is a well-known music activist in Africa. He is one of the pioneers of Nigerian hip hop, and is regarded as one of the most influential Nigerian rappers of all time.

The Power of Rap in Promoting Social Justice - 21 Nov with @CAHRyork

https://t.co/ljdi2vmB53

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Thinking of studying an MA in human rights?

Here's 10 reasons why the MA in Applied Human Rights at CAHR is distinctive👇
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"This experience not only deepens my knowledge but also opens doors to remarkable chances to begin working with world leading human rights organizations"

Read why Leila, our 2024 Chevening Scholar, chose to study at CAHR

https://t.co/cWqItTxG7d

[Centre for Applied Human Rights @CAHRyork]

Thinking of studying human rights with a Chevening Award? Check out our Chevening pages for information about what we offer and hear from some of our recent Chevening Scholars:

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[Chevening Awards🇬🇧 @CheveningFCDO]

Being #ChosenForChevening is just the beginning! Our scholars leave the UK with the knowledge, connections, and confidence they need to make a global impact 💡

Are you ready to accept the challenge?

Apply today: https://t.co/s3oGwU33At

#ChooseChevening

[Beyond Compliance Consortium @BeyondCompCons]

NEW blog post! @marc_linning explains dimensions of how #CivilianSelfProtection efforts can look in practice and where there are touchpoints and linkages with efforts by #ArmedActors to #ProtectCivilians.

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Read all at: https://t.co/OcErg7vKjl

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📅27.09.24, 16:30 BST
📍D/N/056 Lecture Theatre, Derwent College

If Lived Experience Could Speak: A Method for Repairing Epistemic Violence in Law & The Legal Academy

Join Professor Rachel López as she presents her latest paper. Find out more at https://t.co/In5fDe0uLt

[Beyond Compliance Consortium @BeyondCompCons]

Launching 'Beyond Compliance Symposium: How to prevent #HarmandNeed in conflict' hosted jointly by @armedgroupsintl & @Articles_of_War blogs. @KatharineFortin @Ezequiel_Heffes Prof Cismas & Prof Maddocks. Stay tuned for weekly publications!
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🚨Studying with us next year? There is still time to apply for a CAHR Scholarship!

📅Deadline for applications is Friday 16 August, 11:59pm BST

[Centre for Applied Human Rights @CAHRyork]

CAHR is pleased to announce two scholarships of £3,295 for the 2024/25 academic year, one for a student on the MA in Applied Human Rights and one for a student on the LLM in International Human Rights Law and Practice.

Find out more on our website: https://t.co/PJixoZDc0h