Address the root causes of inequality, discrimination and injustice in B.C. by shifting laws, policies, practices and cultures. We do this work through education, research, advocacy, inquiry and monitoring.
The Commissioner’s first Inquiry looked at the reported rise of hate during the pandemic. The Inquiry explores why hate increased during the pandemic, where hate comes from and what action we can take to stop hate now and in future times of crisis.
The B.C. Human Rights System portal can help you understand the different branches of our system and find the services that suit your needs.
Through the #Cranbrook Brief, many participants with disabilities shared their experiences of exclusion, neglect, dismissal, or bullying. (1/2)
Our findings highlighted instances of discrimination within the education system, where students with disabilities faced challenges from both peers & educators. To learn more about current issues in Cranbrook through our Community Briefs, visit: https://tinyurl.com/2dxyykzd (2/2)
Today is #EqualityDay in Canada, marking the anniversary of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms from 1985. Discover more about human rights protections in B.C. at: https://bchumanrights.ca/human-rights/human-rights-in-bc/
Homelessness is increasing rapidly in the Chilliwack area. In 2020, Chilliwack had the highest proportion of homeless people with Indigenous ancestry in the Fraser River Valley at 25 percent. (1/2)
Our Office released the #Chilliwack Community Brief last week to better understand the human rights issues facing people in Chilliwack. To access the #Chilliwack Brief please visit: https://baseline.bchumanrights.ca/briefs/chilliwack/ (2/2)
The ARA follows extensive consultations with Commissioner Govender’s Office and builds on the Anti-Racism Data Act (ARDA), which implemented many recommendations from her 2020 report on data collection to uncover systemic racism (1/2)
and inequities without perpetuating stereotypes or stigma. To learn more, please read our media release at: https://bchumanrights.ca/news/commissioner-welcomes-anti-racism-act-following-extensive-consultation/ (2/2)
Did you know that that in our Inquiry into hate during the pandemic, we uncovered findings of heightened violence against people who use drugs, frequently linked to ableist beliefs? To read more about this topic please visit: https://tinyurl.com/mr3w2wm8
Join Dr. Bohdan Nosyk on Tuesday, April 30, 2024, at 6:30 PM PDT for "Eight Years into BC’s Overdose Emergency," a lecture presented by SFU Public Square. To register please visit:
Bohdan Nosyk | Eight Years into BC’s Overdose Emergency
This event is part of SFU's President's Faculty Lectures: Making a Difference for B.C.
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We are delighted to announce the release of our Community Briefs today! These Briefs offer a snapshot of human rights issues in B.C. across four communities in different regions of the province: Chilliwack, Cranbrook, Chetwynd and Terrace.(1/3)
They are intended to provide valuable information and insights that community and civil society groups can use to advocate for progress, and for decision-makers in B.C. to use and reference when setting priorities and making plans. (2/3)
Our office has produced two-page summaries of the Briefs and sample slide decks with facilitator guides to assist advocates and decision-makers. To learn more about the Community Briefs please visit: https://baseline.bchumanrights.ca/briefs/ (3/3)
We're #hiring! Are you looking for meaningful work and passionate about human rights? Check out our new postings for acting Executive Director, Communications and Operations. Apply by 9:00 am on April 15th. For more info, visit our careers page: https://bchumanrights.ca/ed-comms-ops/
We're #hiring! Are you looking for meaningful work and passionate about human rights? Check out our new postings for Executive Director, Research and Policy. Apply by 9:00 am on April 15th. For more info, please visit our careers page: https://bchumanrights.ca/ed-research-policy/
Hate
April 23, 2024, 3:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Dates April 23, 2024 between 3:00 p.m. — 8:30 p.m. PDT at UBC Robson Square (800 Robson St, Vancouver) in Room C420 May 23, 2024 between 4:30 p.m. — 6:30 p.m. PDT at Lobe Studios (713 E Hastings St, Vancouver) For any questions, please contact engagement@bchumanrights.ca The exhibit Immersive exhibits…
Hate
May 2, 2024, 11:00 am - May 3, 6:00 pm
Time and place Dates and times: Thursday, May 2, 2024 between 11:00 a.m. — 06:00 p.m. PDT Friday, May 3, 2024 between 11:00 a.m. — 06:00 p.m. PDT Saturday, May 4, 2024 between 11:00 a.m. — 04:00 p.m. PDT Where: Alternator Gallery, 421 Cawston Ave - Unit 103 For any…
Hate
May 10, 2024, 11:00 am - May 11, 5:00 pm
Time and place Dates and times: Friday, May 10, 2024 between 11:00 a.m. — 05:00 p.m. PDT Saturday, May 11, 2024 between 11:00 a.m. — 05:00 p.m. PDT Where: Peace Gallery North (10015 - 100 Avenue, Fort St. John) in the Multipurpose Room For any questions, please contact engagement@bchumanrights.ca The…
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