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The Russian invasion of Ukraine has had a long-lasting disastrous impact on vulnerable children in state institutions. Children, including those with disabilities, have had to survive without essential resources and additional assistance while many have become victims of war crimes, including abduction.
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Recent elections have seen a surge in far-right movements, raising concerns about the future of human rights across the European Union. This post delves into the potential consequences of this political shift and its impact on the continent.
The rise of far-right movements in the EU: human rights at stake in the old continent? Read More »
The Global Campus of Human Rights (GC) and the Auschwitz Institute for the Prevention of Genocide and Mass Atrocities (AIPG), in collaboration with the Institute for Genocide and Mass Atrocity Prevention (I-GMAP) at Binghamton University, are thrilled to announce the call for applications for the third edition of the Joint Annual Engaged Artivist Award on Atrocity Prevention and Human Rights. Eligible Artivists may submit their applications from October 10 until December 10, 2024 (Human Rights Day). The purpose of this Award is to recognize the work of Artivists (artist-activists), highlighting the original ways in which they respond creatively to large-scale identity-based violence and mass atrocity in varying conflict contexts and geographic regions across the globe. The concept of “Art as Atrocity Prevention” is related to the role of the arts in mitigating risk factors associated with genocide, other mass atrocities, and identity-based violence, as well as the use of the arts as a powerful tool to contribute to the transformation of post-atrocity societies. The sponsoring institutions understand atrocity prevention broadly. Among other things, artistic interventions can be seen as preventive when they: – Contribute to improving the human rights of groups of people who have been marginalized; – Call attention to violence or discrimination against groups of people; – Demand justice for past human rights violations; – or Depict visions for a different future where identity-based violence is less likely to occur. This Joint Annual Engaged Artivist Award emphasizes the ways in which Artivists around the world are working directly to mitigate atrocity risk factors, as well as the importance of art as an effective tool in processes of healing, reconciliation, and reparations. It encourages engaged artists to reflect on their role in the prevention of identity-based violence and the promotion of human rights by taking action, choosing a human rights issue and using art as a tool for effective communication. The aim of this Award is to strengthen the quintessential role of the arts in the prevention of systematic violence, demonstrating how art may be used as a grassroots tool for addressing political violence and human rights abuses — and for advancing peacebuilding, transitional justice, and prevention efforts. The award will be given to one selected Artivist to support their work related to the topic of genocide and mass atrocity prevention, broadly understood. The selected Artivist will benefit from a year-long residency during which the sponsoring institutions will provide the following resources: – A residency from mid-August 2025 to January 2026 at the Global Campus of Human Rights headquarters in Venice, Italy, with the possibility to participate actively in the educational activities of the Global Campus during this period and audit relevant classes and with a stipend of EUR 12,360 to support room and board, workspace, and any other needs; – A residency from January 2026 to May 2026 at Binghamton University’s Institute for Genocide and Mass Atrocity Prevention in Binghamton, New York, with the possibility to audit relevant classes and with a stipend of USD 22,000 to support housing and other needs; – A week-long visit to one of the offices of the Auschwitz Institute for the Prevention of Genocide and Mass Atrocities in either New York (USA), Buenos Aires (Argentina), Kampala (Uganda), Bucharest (Romania), or Oświęcim (Poland); and – The costs associated with travel to and from Venice, travel to and from Binghamton and travel to and from to an Auschwitz Institute office, including all relevant visas (as necessary and separately). The selected Artivist will be honored during the Ceremony of the Awarding of Diplomas of the “European Master in Human Rights and Democratisation” (Global Campus Europe) in Venice, Italy, at the end of September 2025. That ceremony will also feature the work of the awarded artivist. In the past, this has included a display of selected past works or a performance. As art comes in many forms, the concrete manner will be decided in advance of the ceremony together with the artivist. Following the two residencies, the three institutions will offer a joint certificate to the Artivist acknowledging the completion of the unique artistic visiting research period. The call for applications is open to Artivists from October 10, 2024 until December 10, 2024 by clicking here Interested Artivists are asked to submit the following materials: – A resume or CV; – A written proposal of no more than 2 pages describing what the Artivist would like to accomplish over the award period. This can include the development or creation of a new artistic piece, or a justification for how the artist plans to benefit from the professional development resources of the three institutions; – Photographs or other documentation of your past artistic intervention that engages with the themes of the award; and – A short biographical statement of the Artivist and references. For more information, contact the selection committee at award.GC.AIPG@gmail.com Organizers: Auschwitz Institute for the Prevention of Genocide and Mass Atrocities: jens.stappenbeck@auschwitzinstitute.org Global Campus of Human Rights in Venice, IT: communications@gchumanrights.org Binghamton University’s Institute for Genocide and Mass Atrocity Prevention in NY, USA: kwhigham@binghamton.edu
The Global Classroom 2024 programme, which focused on the theme “Just Transition: Conditions for Change of the Global Order,” brought together students from eight regional Master’s programmes in the Global Campus network to share their different viewpoints.
Global Campus Student Abstracts 2024 on the topic Just Transition recently published! Read More »
In the MENA region, the pronounced gender digital divide hinders women’s socio-economic equality. To prevent women from becoming second-class citizens in technology, a human rights-based approach to educational technology and changes in educational systems and cultural norms are needed.
Gender digital divide: The new face of inequality in the MENA region Read More »
Our partner RIGHT LIVELIHOOD announced today four new Laureates at a Press Conference STOCKHOLM – Right Livelihood Press Release – This year’s Right Livelihood Laureates have each made a profound impact on their communities and the global stage. Their unwavering commitment to speaking out against forces of oppression and exploitation, while strictly adhering to non-violent methods, resonates far beyond their communities. With violence raging in all parts of the world, these Laureates show that the way forward is through empowering communities, peace-making, and a steadfast commitment to truth. Their work serves as a beacon of hope in these challenging times. The 2024 Right Livelihood Award goes to: Joan Carling (Philippines) “for raising Indigenous voices in the face of the global ecological breakdown and her leadership in defending people, lands and culture,” Issa Amro and Youth Against Settlements (Palestine) “for their steadfast non-violent resistance to Israel’s illegal occupation, promoting Palestinian civic action through peaceful means,” Anabela Lemos and Justiça Ambiental! (Mozambique) “for empowering communities to stand up for their right to say no to exploitative mega-projects and demand environmental justice,” and Forensic Architecture (UK) “for pioneering digital forensic methods to ensure justice and accountability for victims and survivors of human and environmental rights violations.” “The 2024 Laureates demonstrate the power of non-violent resistance and truthtelling, placing decision-making into the hands of local communities. Faced with violence, exploitation and oppression, this year’s Laureates are charting ways towards a just, peaceful and sustainable future for all. Let their commitment inspire us all to be braver and take action for the benefit of our communities!” said Ole von Uexkull, Right Livelihood’s Executive Director during their Press Conference today followed by the Global Campus of Human Rights press office. Anabela Lemos and Justiça Ambiental! are the first Laureate from Mozambique to receive the Right Livelihood Award. Short biographies of the 2024 Laureates Joan Carling Joan Carling is a Filipino Indigenous activist who has been defending the rights of Indigenous Peoples for more than 30 years. Her work spans grassroots and international levels, focusing on human rights, sustainable development, climate justice and the fight against land exploitation. Since the late 1990s, Carling has led multiple Indigenous rights organisations. She continues to play a pivotal role in amplifying the voices of Indigenous Peoples across the Philippines, Asia, and globally, with a focus on combating the systemic marginalisation and criminalisation of Indigenous communities. Carling has dedicated her life to protecting Indigenous communities, often at great personal risk. She has been unjustly arrested, labelled a terrorist, falsely accused of crimes and received threats on her life. Despite this, she continues to fight for Indigenous Peoples’ rights, helping communities defend their lands and resist exploitation by powerful corporate and state interests. Carling’s advocacy has had a profound impact, from helping stop destructive mining projects opposed by Indigenous communities to influencing policies on Indigenous women’s rights at the United Nations. Her work in the Philippines, one of the most dangerous countries in the world for Indigenous Peoples—where activists are frequently targeted, killed and forcibly disappeared—has been especially critical. By empowering Indigenous Peoples to defend themselves against these threats, Carling has helped communities across the Philippines take an active role in defending their rights and protecting their lands. “This recognition sends a powerful message—not just to me, but to all activists—that our work is being acknowledged. It encourages others to keep fighting for human rights and shows that standing up for what’s right can make a global impact.” Joan Carling Issa Amro and Youth Against Settlements Issa Amro is a Palestinian human rights activist who has dedicated his life to peaceful resistance against Israeli occupation in the West Bank city of Hebron. Together with the activist group he founded, Youth Against Settlements (YAS), he has become a leading voice in the non-violent movement, striving to create a future where Palestinians live freely and with dignity. His efforts have garnered international recognition, and his strict commitment to non-violence stands in stark contrast to the violent realities of the Israeli occupation. Amro and YAS have successfully mobilised local communities and international allies to resist the ongoing Israeli occupation through peaceful means. YAS plays an essential role in documenting human rights violations, organising protests, and supporting local communities in Hebron who live under constant threats and attacks from Israeli settlers and military forces. The group’s initiatives have also served as an inspiration for non-violent resistance in other Palestinian cities under Israeli occupation. Amro and the group have been under constant pressure from settlers, the Israeli military and also the Palestinian Authority. Amro has been detained, tortured, attacked on the streets, evicted from home and subjected to judicial harassment. However, he has kept his unwavering commitment to non-violent resistance, which he sees as the only way to achieve justice and peace for the people of Palestine. “Receiving the Right Livelihood Award makes me feel happy, proud, motivated and inspired to continue my hard work to defend human rights in Palestine, to defend Palestinian children’s rights, Palestinian women’s rights and the Palestinian people’s right to remain and live with freedom, justice and equality in their land.” Issa Amro Anabela Lemos and Justiça Ambiental! Anabela Lemos is a Mozambican environmental activist and Director of Justiça Ambiental! (JA!), an organisation committed to environmental justice in Mozambique. For over 20 years, Lemos and JA! have fought corporate-led projects that displace communities, damage livelihoods and intensify climate change. The organisation’s leadership in the ‘Say No to Gas Campaign’ has brought international attention to the environmental and human rights violations caused by liquid natural gas (LNG) extraction projects in northern Mozambique. In addition to grassroots activism, JA! is renowned for its effective global advocacy, particularly against Mozambique LNG, a 24-billion-USD gas extraction project in Cabo Delgado backed by TotalEnergies. The organisation has built alliances with civil society in over 23 countries to challenge this project. By providing critical on-the-ground evidence
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As the Global Campus prepares for the next round of internships, the achievements of the 2023-2024 cohort set a high standard.
Following the success of many important activities of our network, the Global Campus of Human Rights published the 13th edition of its seasonal Magazine in English and Italian. This promotional publication is structured in the following sections: – Interviews by the Press Office and Contributions; – News and Events of the Global Campus of Human Rights at local and international level. – Promotion campaigns to raise awareness of our impact and attract more supporters. “The 13th GC Magazine provides an excellent overview of the broad variety of Global Campus activities during the first half of 2024. A highlight was the 4th High-Level Venice Conference on the Global State of Human Rights, organized together with our partner Right Livelihood around our project “Reconceptualizing Exile” and dedicated to the shrinking space for human rights defenders in an increasingly hostile environment in many parts of our contemporary world. It brought together human rights defenders from Asia, the Arab world, Russia, Africa and Latin America, who continue their human rights work in exile with the support of the Global Campus and Right Livelihood, as well as high level participants from the UN, including the Special Rapporteur on Human Rights Defenders Mary Lawlor, the OSCE, including the Director of ODIHR Matteo Mecacci, the Council of Europe and the EU, artists and our GC academic community. Following the 2023 Venice Statement: Towards a New Era for Human Rights, and together with the human rights defenders attending the conference, we reflected on their lived experiences and the wider conference discussions in our 2024 Venice Statement on “Reconceptualising Exile for Human Rights Defenders at Risk”, which you can also find in this GC Magazine.” Global Campus Secretary General, Manfred Nowak. For more information contact our Press and Communications PR Offices: Elisa Aquino – Isotta Esposito – Francesca Sante pressoffice@gchumanrights.org - communications@gchumanrights.org Read the Magazines in our Open Knowledge Repository: http://dx.doi.org/10.25330/2696 Stay tuned for the 14th issue of the Magazine coming up in December in English and Italian. #GCHumanRights #GCHumanRightsPress #GCHumanRightsMagazine
Thirteen Issue of the Global Campus of Human Rights Magazine Read More »
The Global Campus of Human Rights has published the Policy Briefs 2024 following the successful completion of the 6th edition of the Global Campus Policy Observatory, which revolved around the research project on ‘The digitalisation of education systems and its impact on human rights, with particular attention to the right to education’ . The project was conceptualised and led by GC Research Manager Dr. Chiara Altafin and involved a team of seven policy analysts selected among alumni of GC regional programmes, namely Dr. Jean Linis-Dinco (GC Asia-Pacific), Dr. Gergana Tzvetkova (GC South East Europe), Goharik Tigranyan (GC Caucasus), Olga Lucía Camacho Gutierrez (GC Latin America and the Caribbean), Reda Benkhadra (GC Africa), Aida Traidi (GC Arab World), and Dr. Desara Dushi (GC Europe). Project outputs have included eight policy briefs, workshop presentations, advocacy plans, and digital tools (infographics, webinars ) developed in cooperation with the GC E-learning Department. The project was supported by the European Union and the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation. The English and Italian versions of the GC Policy Briefs 2024 and related infographics are available in our Open Knowledge Repository (link)! #GCHumanRights #GCPolicyObservatory #GCPolicyBriefs2024 #DigitalisationOfEducation #EdTech List of Policy Briefs 2024: EdTech and the Right to Education: Policy Adaptations for Fair and Equal Learning in the Philippines and Cambodia. By Jean Linis-Dinco http://dx.doi.org/10.25330/2651 Navigating the Digital Waters in Education: The Importance of Promoting Digital Literacy and Teaching Digital Competences in South East Europe. By Gergana Tzvetkova http://dx.doi.org/10.25330/2650 Equity in Digital Education: Assessing the Impact of Remote and Online Learning on Low-Income Students in Armenia, Moldova and Ukraine and Effective Approaches. By Goharik Tigranyan http://dx.doi.org/10.25330/2649 Addressing the Digital Divide among Students at Risk of School Dropout in Latin America. By Lucía Camacho Gutiérrez http://dx.doi.org/10.25330/2648 Education for All in the Digital Age: Exploring EdTech Regulatory Frameworks across Africa. By Reda Benkhadra http://dx.doi.org/10.25330/2647 AI Integration in Education in the MENA Region: Will it Be a Driver of Social Inequality? By Aida Traidi http://dx.doi.org/10.25330/2646 ChatGPT in Classrooms: A Double-Edged Sword. By Desara Dushi http://dx.doi.org/10.25330/2645 Framing a Human Rights-Based Approach to the Digitalisation of Education Systems: Reflections on Research Findings in Seven Regions. By Chiara Altafin http://dx.doi.org/10.25330/2644
Global Campus Policy Observatory: Policy Briefs 2024 are Now Online Read More »
Low-income and rural students in Armenia, Moldova and Ukraine have faced notable challenges during the transition to digital education. Government responses to these obstacles, often falling short, show the need for improved strategies and international support to ensure equitable access to quality education.
Bridging the digital divide in education: Lessons from Armenia, Moldova and Ukraine Read More »