Capital Region Institute for Human Rights

The CRIHR provides human rights education to students interested in deepening their understanding of human rights history & issues. #WeCanTogether

[Capital Region Institute for Human Rights @CapRegTeenInst]

Know a young person interested in connecting with teens to create a more equitable society? Share this flyer-Global Youth Summit presented by The Academy for Human Rights & The Capital Region Institute for Human Rights. A free event -Saturday Dec 11th 9:30am -2:00 pm via Zoom.

[Capital Region Institute for Human Rights @CapRegTeenInst]

Founder of the I Am Human Project, paralegal at the Transgender Legal Defense&Education Fund, Jack Einstein joins us to talk about his experiences as a youth activist advocating for the rights of trans students in his own high school and beyond. https://t.co/QadjRgkhpJ

[Capital Region Institute for Human Rights @CapRegTeenInst]

Watch this space over the next 11 days as we preview speakers for the Virtual 2021 Teen Summer Symposium on Human Rights - June 28-30, 2021. Register here https://t.co/QadjRgkhpJ

[Capital Region Institute for Human Rights @CapRegTeenInst]

On May. 25th, the one year anniversary of the murder of George Floyd, United Way of the Greater Capital Region is hosting a presentation and conversation with Barbara Smith. Details and registration below.

[Capital Region Institute for Human Rights @CapRegTeenInst]

Change Begins with You!! Registration is open for the 2021 Teen Symposium on Human Rights. Topics will include Racial Justice, Environmental Activism, LGBTQ+ Rights to name just a few. To learn more and register go to https://t.co/QadjRgkhpJ

[Capital Region Institute for Human Rights @CapRegTeenInst]

The fabric of our democracy is clearly in need of repair. Teaching civic readiness in K-12 education is key. @DemocracyReady is hosting the discussion with leaders from around New York State. Please join the conversation this Thursday. https://t.co/8SxnfaWWe3

[Capital Region Institute for Human Rights @CapRegTeenInst]

We are proud to be part of DemocracyReady NY & this webinar series where Co-Directors Kelly Wetherbee and Thea MacFawn are panelists. We must ensure that all students are prepared to be active civic participants. Register for webinar series at this link. https://t.co/8SxnfaWWe3

[Learning for Justice @learnforjustice]

In partnership with @kwamealexander, our colleagues at the @CivilRightsCntr are inviting students to contribute to a community poem that celebrates civil rights movements past and present. Learn more about this beautiful collaborative project here.
https://t.co/sJO6I2P4Pc

[Center for Antiracist Education @antiracist_ed]

Welcome to the Center for Antiracist Education!

An introduction thread:

Racism is part of America’s past, and present. But a better future is possible. We have dreams of an antiracist future and we know educators have an important role.

[NYSUT @nysut]

Tonight's the night! Join the members of the NYSUT Women's Committee and their special guests online at 7 p.m. for "NYSUT Women Vote 2020 – A Commemoration and an Education on the 19th Amendment."

Learn more: https://t.co/2H7XxljybD

#NYSUTWomenVote2020 @NYSUTWomensComm

[Capital Region Institute for Human Rights @CapRegTeenInst]

Excited to hear symposium intern@kjgordon546 speak about voting.

[Capital Region Institute for Human Rights @CapRegTeenInst]

@mralbr You got this!!

[Capital Region Institute for Human Rights @CapRegTeenInst]

Please join us in participating in the 21-Day Equity Challenge- program is designed to create dedicated daily time to build more effective habits around issues of race, power,& privilege. To register & get more info, go to: https://t.co/lNgCVjrMW9

[Samantha Power @SamanthaJPower]

Revealing @ACLU examination of decarceration and crime rates. The Covid-related reductions in prison populations of past months have not resulted in crime spikes; quite the opposite. Now is the time to save even more lives by continuing to release incarcerated people.

[GLSEN @GLSEN]

And that's a wrap! Deepest and sincerest gratitude to the 2019-2020 National Student Council cohort. Thank you for the work, dedication, passion, brilliance, love, and desire for justice you brought to GLSEN's work to support #LGBTQ students nationwide. 🌟💞🌈

[United Way of the Greater Capital Region @UnitedWay_GCR]

LIVE now: Community Conversation discussing Antiracism with @DrIbram .

More info and how to participate at https://t.co/gifRMEM1D7

[Capital Region Institute for Human Rights @CapRegTeenInst]

We kick off with a Community Conversation with Ibram X. Kendi, Ph.D. -Monday, July 27 at 5:30pm
Go to following link to learn how to access for free https://t.co/SX9fHSMVw4

21 Day Equity Challenge will begin August 10. More info & early registration at: https://t.co/PKt3vsfCFm

[Capital Region Institute for Human Rights @CapRegTeenInst]

We are pleased to announce our collaboration with @UnitedWay_GCR in promoting & participating in the 21 Day Equity Challenge. This initiative is designed to provide participants with the tools they need to identify & combat racism at all levels.

[Code name Awesome @HFHSLibrary1]

@KathleenSkeals @CapRegTeenInst @TMacfawn @kcwetherbee Thank you for another wonderful symposium! Despite the need to go virtual @TMacfawn and @kcwetherbee pulled off another great program!!!!! Bravo!👏👏👏💕💕

[Capital Region Institute for Human Rights @CapRegTeenInst]

Thank you NYS Youth Climate Strike Director, Audrea Din for educating us about the intersection of racial and environmental justice and how teens can take action now. #CRTI2020