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Join us for our next U of T Law Health Law, Policy, and Ethics Seminar w James Yap (@jamesyap.bsky.social) , director IHRP (IHRP.bsky.social) "The Destruction of Maternal Healthcare in Gaza: Women's Reproductive Rights in Armed Conflict", Tuesday Nov 12, 12.30 to 2 pm James Yapp will discuss report IHRP (IHRP.bsky.social)

Join us next Monday (Nov. 11), 5-6pm, U of T Law for a conversation with Professor James Hopkins re his work in the landmark CIDH - IACHR case of Tribu Yaqui v. Mexico and the implications of international law. Professor John Borrows will be acting as discussant. ihrp.law.utoronto.ca/events/litigat…

Next Thurs. (Nov. 21), 6-8pm - join Professor Mohammad Fadel (Fascists Making Deserts, Calling It Peace) U of T Law for a conversation on the status of Palestine under public international law. Register here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAI… Co-sponsors: The University of Toronto Law Union CARL U of T Law

Join us next Monday, Nov. 25th, 12:45-2pm, U of T Law for a conversation with Kate Kempton and Professor John Borrows as they discuss an upcoming landmark case confronting proposed mining in the Ring of Fire and the effects of colonialism in Canada. No registration required.

Pleased to announce our latest advocacy win! UN Committee admonishes Canada for inaction on arms exports to Israel. Read more at ihrp.law.utoronto.ca/UN_Committee_t…

Last week, IHRP Acting Director James Yap (@jamesyap.bsky.social) addressed the Senate of Canada Committee on Foreign Affairs and International Trade #AEFA to testify on the human rights impacts of Canadian companies operating in Africa - and what Canada can do about it. Watch here: sencanada.ca/en/committees/…

"Many believe that mining in the #RingofFire is essential for the green transition… but we need to ensure that the green transition is also a just transition." IHRP Research Associate Nabila Khan tells CBC News: cbc.ca/news/canada/th… #FPIC #accountability Anishnawbe Business Professional Association Jason Rasevych

While crossborder relations have been strained on the government level, civil society has been brought ever and ever closer. We are proud to collaborate on this important project with The CCR is on bsky (@ccrjustice.org) and other allies in the US and Canada.

Please join us Thursday for this timely event on how the new Canada-Ecuador free trade agreement will affect indigenous communities!

Join us tmrw U of T Law, 9-5pm, for a Tribunal focusing on the unsustainable practices of Canadian mining companies worldwide. Hear witnesses from diverse regions and an expert panel of Judges (including international and Indigenous leaders). Register now: rightsofnaturetribunal.org/impacts-of-min…

Last week, our IHRP Clinic student Sara Maqsood spoke on a panel The Official PDAC Convention about the impact of mining in northern Ontario’s Ring of Fire on First Nations communities. The panel was hosted by our partner Anishnawbe Business Professional Association, featuring experts from mining, finance, and academia.

This week, the IHRP team went to the UN in Geneva to present our important work on the harms of Canadian arms exports to people with disabilities in Gaza. IHRP student Raphaella Ayina delivered a powerful presentation to the UN CRPD Committee! ihrp.law.utoronto.ca/news/70-organi…

Last week, we were honoured to host Diane Goodman & Barbara Jackman, 2 incredible U of T Law grads in international human rights law! Diane shared her journey from Bay Street lawyer to UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency roles in Tanzania, Nepal&Europe. Barb sparked a discussion on climate refugees in Canada.

📢*BREAKING* UN Committee Slams Canada on Arms Exports Following IHRP report, UN Disability Rights Committee highlights the role of Canada’s arms exports to Israel in human rights violations against persons with disabilities in Gaza.🔗uoft.me/CRPDreport

IHRP (IHRP.bsky.social) Clinic students recently journeyed to the #BrazilianAmazon to meet Indigenous communities impacted by proposed Canadian mining—reflecting the heart of human rights advocacy—working alongside & standing w/ those on the frontlines of struggles against systemic injustice.

“3 choices… disappear, go into exile, or stay silent.” Last month, Dr. Maximilienne Ngo Mbe joined us at U of T Law to speak about the threats faced by human rights defenders in Cameroon—and her unwavering fight for justice. #HumanRights #Cameroon #AnglophoneCrisis

Last month, our students joined UNPFII in NYC to discuss global challenges like the impact of extractive industries & #UNDRIP implementation domestically. They engaged with Forum members, UN experts, Indigenous leaders and met Cdn UN Ambassador & U of T Law alum, Bob Rae!

May 29, at 7pm, Toronto Metropolitan University - hear community leaders discuss the past, present, and future of the #RCMP. This event is co-convened by Centre for Criminology & Sociolegal Studies's faculty member Beatrice Jauregui, and colleagues at TMU, George Brown College, Université d'Ottawa | University of Ottawa, and U of Saskatchewan. Register: tinyurl.com/y5w27jcz

For the third year in a row, the UN is calling on Canada and the US to decommission Enbridge’s Line 5 pipeline, citing its grave threat to the Great Lakes and Indigenous rights.

We welcome back IHRP (IHRP.bsky.social) Director Sandra Wisner this week and extend a heartfelt thanks to James Yap (@jamesyap.bsky.social) for stepping in and seamlessly supporting our work to advance the field of international human rights —stay tuned for what's ahead!