Global College Events
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Upcoming Events
Whoever Saves a Single Life...Rescuers of Jews During the Holocaust
April 25th- May 26th, 2013
Carl Ridd Sanctuary, University of Winnipeg
"“Whoever Saves a Single Life… Rescuers of Jews During the Holocaust”
showcases some of those rare – but exceedingly important – instances
where people fought to safeguard their Jewish fellow citizens during the
Holocaust. In a time of overwhelming death and destruction, rescuers
did not stand by silently. They chose another way, and their bravery
offers us a glimmer of hope."-Holocaust Museum Houston
A project co-sponsored by the Freeman Family Foundation Holocaust Education Centre &The Ridd Institute for Religion and Global Policy of the Global College, University of Winnipeg.
12th Annual Holocaust Symposium
May 1st, 2013
University of Winnipeg, Duckworth Centre
Guest speaker, Father Patrick Desbois, President of Yahad- In Unum
Father Desbois, of Paris, France, will speak in the morning on the Holocaust by Bullets. In the afternoon, we are pleased to offer a panel discussion in Duckworth Centre with Shoah survivors as well as panelists from other backgrounds.
“Whoever Saves A Single Life… Rescuers of Jews During the Holocaust”, an important exhibit from The Jewish Foundation for the Righteous of New York City will also be available for schools to visit onsite at the Ridd Sanctuary at the U of W at any time the students are free. Since space is limited, we will fill our spaces on a first come, first served basis.
12th Annual Run for Rights 5K & 10K Fun Run
Date: June 1st, 2013 at 9:30am
Location: South Picnic Shelter, Kildonan Park, Winnipeg, MB
Website: www.runforrights.org
Canadian School of Peacebuilding
June 17th-23rd, 2013
Canadian Mennonite University
Each year Canadian School of Peacebuilding (CSOP), an institute of Canadian Mennonite University, invites the peacebuilders of the world to gather in Winnipeg, Canada, for a selection of 5-day courses in June. Register today for courses on professional & personal development or for academic credit. We offer courses from local, national and international peacebuilders, to serve practitioners, professionals, activists, students, non-governmental organizations and faith-based groups. Consider learning with this international network in various approaches to peacebuilding, justice, reconciliation, conflict resolution and development – or join our email network today.
Past 2012 Events
Soft Vengeance of a Freedom Fighter
April 11th, 8:00pm
561 Wellington Crescent
Justice Sachs has had a notable life long career in human rights
activism. A lawyer, a law professor and a legal researcher, he was
persecuted, prosecuted and imprisoned for his beliefs and his
activities.
In 1995 Nelson Mandela appointed Albie Sachs to the
country's new Constitutional Court. During his 15 years on the Court
Justice Sachs won praise and recognition from jurists all over the free
world for the fact that he helped place South African justice as a
leader in the legal recognition of human rights.
Tickets can be purchased online or by calling 477-7460. Tickets are $36 or $18 for students.
"Indian": from from legal terminology and constitutional responsibility to identity formation
March 27th, 2013, 12:30pm-1:30pm
Eckhardt-Gramatte Hall - The University of Winnipeg
The President's Office, Department of Indigenous Studies, and the MDP
Program invite you to guest lecture by Aimée Craft from the Public
Interest Law Centre.
Powers to legislate are divided amongst the Federal and Provincial
governments in Canada's Constitution Act of 1867. A century and a half
after, the division of powers were agreed upon, and we are now shaping
understandings as to who are "Indians" for the purposes of section
91(24) - giving the Federal Government
responsibility for "Indians and Lands Reserved for Indians".
Please join Aimée Craft, for a discussion on the recent Daniels v.
Canada decision which confirms that Metis and non-status Indians are
contained in the elusive legal category of "Indians".
What does this mean practically, in law, and for indigenous identity?
Legal Trends-The Past Year's Most Notable Human Rights Cases
March 14th, 8:30am-12:00pm
Legal Counsel for the Commission, Isha Khan, looks at the most notable human rights cases in the past year. This half day session covers court and tribunal decisions dealing with equality and human rights law. It will be of interest to those wishing to develop a better understanding of human rights legislation and its impact, including lawyers, law students, advocacy organization leaders and human resource professionals.
For cost information and to register, contact the Manitoba Human Rights Commission.
Grass Routes 3rd Annual Sustainability Festival
March 4th-8th, 2013, 8:30am-7:00pm
Grass Routes is an annual, week-long celebration of the ideas, skills,
and art we need for a sustainable future. Through workshops, exhibits,
and various lecture/dialogue events, the festival seeks to engage a
lively discussion about what sustainability means, what a sustainable
world might look like, and how we might get there. Now in its third
year, the festival will focus on the
theme: The Good Life. Sponsored by the Campus Sustainability Office and
the UWSA.
“NO LONGER IDLE…NOW WHAT?”
March 6th, 12:00pm-1:00pm
UWinnipeg North End Campus, Lower Level, 527 Selkirk Avenue
UWinnipeg’s Department of Urban and Inner-City Studies invites all to attend a presentation titled “No longer idle…now what? Transforming the energy of “Idle No More” into real change for communities”. The event features Wab Kinew, Director of Indigenous Inclusion at The University of Winnipeg.
Free coffee and lunch will be provided. Students and community members are welcome!
Manitoba's First Ever Carrotmob
March 9th, 2013 11:00-4:00pm
Chocolatier Constance Popp’s on 1853 Portage Avenue
Fair Trade Manitoba is facilitating Winnipeg’s first ever Fair Trade Carrotmob !
The Carrotmob is a combination of the basic premise of
positive reinforcement (i.e. the carrot as opposed to the stick) with
the creative energy of the mob genre.
Simply put, it is karmic reward. It encourages a business
that is already making good and ethical choices by giving it more
business – a group shopping spree. That business, in return, will sign a
pledge making a commitment to further ethical improvements to their
store.
On March 9th, join MCIC as we enjoy speakers, music, ethical chocolate and making a difference!
Social Justice Fair 2013
February 6th, 2013, 10:30am-2:30pm
Riddell Hall- University of Winnipeg
There will be booths set up by over 30 organizations around Winnipeg. Come stop by to chat with organizations working in the social justice field about volunteer opportunities and about social justice issues, and to get ideas for practicum placements and job opportunities!
HRGS Alumni Presentations
January 23rd, 12:30pm
4C83, Global College Seminar Room
This is an opportunity to learn about what past Global College
graduates are involved with! Where has their degree taken them in the
field of Human Rights?
GCSAC Trivia Night
November 29th, 6:30-9pm
King's Head, 120 King Street
GCSAC will be hosting a Trivia Night! Questions will be general knowledge-based and include a few for the Human Rights/Social Justice/International Affairs specialists out there.
The King's Head will be serving up its tastiest appetizers, complimentary of the Global College.
Teams will be created at the King's Head, please arrive for 6:30 and playing will start at 7:00pm.
There will be a charge of $2 per person with the proceeds going to Winnipeg Harvest!
Challenges of Representation
Remembering the Holomodor in Today's Ukraine
November 23rd, 2012, 12:30pm
Room 2M70, The University of Winnipeg
We invite you to come and listen to Stanislav Kulchytskyi, Deputy Director, Institute of History of Ukraine, National Acadmey of Sciences of Ukraine and Lesya Onyshko, First Deputy of General Director of Ukraine's National Memorial in Commemoration of Famines' Victims in Ukraine.
Global Justice Film Festival
November 2nd & 3rd 2012
Celebrating our 10th year! Featuring films from the Traveling World Community Festival and presented by the Global Justice Film Festival Coalition.
Friday night's screening of the film I AM is free! I AM is an utterly engaging and entertaining non-fiction film that poses two practical and provocative questions: what is wrong with our world, and what can we do to make it better?
For tickets & program information, phone 204-987-6420 or check out the website.
Voices for Peace in Columbia
October 25th 7:00pm-9:00pm
2B23 (2nd floor, Bryce Hall), University of Winnipeg
We invite you to join us for a presentation on the peace process currently taking place in Columbia. Hear Columbian refugees to Winnipeg describe their experiences of forced displacement and their vision to support the peace process. Add your voice to others calling for an equitable negotiated solution to the conflict. There will be opportunities to take action through letter writing to the media, government and FARC.Inaugural Annual El Tassi Public Lecture: The Impact of Arab Spring on Terrorism and Democratization in the Middle East
June 6 - Reception: 5:30 pm, Lecture: 6:00
Eckhardt-Gramatté Hall, The University of Winnipeg
Professor Amr Abdalla, an Egyptian born Muslim who has first hand experience with the Arab Spring, will be giving the inaugural annual El Tassi Public lecture on the subject of "The Impact of Arab Spring". Professor Abdalla will be in Winnipeg, brought back by popular demand, for a brief period to teach Global College's spring institute on "The Impact of Arab Spring on Terrorism and Democratization in the Middle East".
Click here to view the invitation.
11th Annual Run for Rights
June 2, 2012
Kildonan Park
Raise money in support of Winnipeg organizations working
for social justice and human rights. Mark Saturday, June 2nd 2012 on
your calendar for the 11th Annual Run for Rights. Whether you choose to
walk, run, cycle or rollerblade, this event is a great way to get some
exercise or warm up for the Manitoba marathon in support of social
justice and human rights.
For more information, please visit the website.
Our Dreams Matter Too: Walk for Culturally Based Equity for First Nations Children
June 11, 2012
On June 11, 2012, give First Nations children the same
chance that all other Canadians enjoy: to grow up safely at home, get a
good education, be healthy, and be proud of their cultures. Write
letters to the Prime Minister and your Member of Parliament supporting
culturally based equity for First Nations children and take part in the
Our Dreams Matter Too walk in Winnipeg on June 11! Mark June 11
on your calendar, log on to the Our Dreams Matter Too website to
register your support, and spread the word. Your participation is free
and truly makes a difference!
For more information contact the organizing committee at: ourdreamsmattertoowpg@gmail.com, view the poster, or visit the Our Dreams Matter Too website for updates!
Fair Trade Fortnight 2012 Kickoff
May 3 from 10:30 - 11:30 am
Elements - The Restaurant, 599 Portage Avenue
The Manitoba Council for International Cooperation will be kicking
off Fair Trade Fortnight 2012 (May 1-15) with an event that will
celebrate the Fair Trade initiatives happening in Manitoba.
The program will include:
- Launch of the results of a recent province-wide poll on Manitobans' views on Fair Trade
- Announcement that Fair Trade Manitoba will recognize this year's Winnipeg Folk Festival as a Fair Trade Event
- Spotlight on Diversity Foods that serves Fair Trade and locally-sourced products in their restaurants
- Spotlight on the Winnipeg Folk Festival, a workplace that serves Fair Trade products in their office
Kony 2012: The Film; The Strategy
April 9, 2012, 6:30-9:30 pm
Eckhardt Grammate Hall, 3rd Floor Centennial Hall, The University of Winnipeg, 515 Portage Ave
Join co-hosts International Resource Centre, Free the Children University of Winnipeg Chapter and Global College for a screening of the viral film
released by the NGO "Invisible Children" - Kony 2012 - followed by a
Q&A session with Invisible Children members. Everyone is welcome to
attend.
View the poster.
Finding Your Voice: Creative Writing for New Canadians
Saturdays between March 3 to April 7, 10:00 am to 12:30 pm
Millennium Library, Meeting Room 1, 2nd Floor, 251 Donald Street
Finding Your Voice is a 6 week creative writing program for New Canadians that builds intercultural communication and writing skills. The group will discuss access to writing and publishing resources, provide an opportunity for networking, and help you build your writing, editing and storytelling skills. Sessions will be moderated by Janine LeGal, writer and human rights activist.
Basic English writing skills necessary. This program is not an English language course. It is intended as a means to develop creative writing skills through practice.
View the poster.
"Lived Rights Lecture" by Flora Terah
March 15 at 6:30 p.m.
2M70, the University of Winnipeg
Flora is an HIV/AIDs counselor, a women’s advocator and a 2012 Parliamentary Candidate for Kenya. She is the Director of the NGO “Terah Against Terror” and has partnered with multiple women’s organizations. She is the author of “They Never Killed My Spirit: But They Murdered My Only Child” and “Beyond Pain”, which is due out this fall.
Names Instead of Numbers: The Remembrance Book Project for the Prisoners of Dachau Concentration Camp
March 18 - April 15
Monday - Friday: 10:00 am - 7:00 pm
Saturday - Sunday: 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Westminster United Church, 745 Westminster Avenue (Chapel)
The traveling exhibit consists of 27 of the floor-to-ceiling banners depicting a selection of the biographies from the Remembrance book, each one telling the story of a former inmate and seeking to remove from the anonymous masses these prisoners who suffered under the Nazis and to recognize them as individuals. Dachau was the first concentration camp, its first prisoners arriving in 1933. Initially the internees consisted primarily of German Communists, Social Democrats, trade unionists, and other political opponents of the Nazi regime. Over time, other groups were also interned at Dachau, such as Jehovah’s Witnesses, Roma (Gypsies), homosexuals, as well as “asocials” and repeat criminal offenders. During the early years relatively few Jews were interned in Dachau and then usually because they belonged to one of the above groups or had completed prison sentences after being convicted for violating the Nuremberg Laws of 1935. The number of Jewish internees rose exponentially with the increased persecution of the Jews, especially in the aftermath of Kristallnacht, November 9-10, 1938.
Irshad Manji: In Conversation and Book Signing
March 21, 2012 @ 7:00 PM
McNally Robinson, Grant Park in the Atrium
In support of her new book, Allah, Liberty and Love: The Courage to Reconcile Faith and Freedom, Irshad is joined in conversation this evening by Professor Marilou McPhedran, head of the Global College.
Irshad Manji teaches moral courage at New York University's Robert F. Wagner Graduate School of Public Service, is a Globe and Mail columnist and a scholar with the European Foundation for Democracy.
For more information, please click here.
IGBO Educational Lecture: “Lines in the Sand: Are We Forcing At-Risk Students Out of Our Schools?” by Dr. Ken McCluskey
March 23, 2012 from 7:00 to 9:00 pm
Eckhardt Gramatté Hall, the University of Winnipeg
If we expect students to communicate and behave positively in the classroom, on the playground, and in the community, there obviously must be rules, order, and organization. And certainly, educational environments should be physically and emotionally safe for all children and adolescents. However, when overly rigid, punitive codes of discipline are put in place, many students – who cannot adapt to inflexible reactions and responses – may be harmed instead of helped. Indeed, under certain conditions, teachers, administrators, and support staff may inadvertently say and do things that essentially drive nonconforming, difficult young people from our system. Even with the best will in the world, educational caregivers can sometimes make
unfortunate choices, draw lines in the sand, and push at-risk students over and out. The goals here are to raise relevant issues, identify specific pitfalls to avoid, and consider more hopeful, creative alternatives for young people otherwise at risk for school failure, gang involvement, and underachievement.
View the poseter.
5th Annual Women's Memorial March for Missing and Murdered Women
February 14, 2012 from 5:30 to 7:30
Bulman Centre, the University of Winnipeg
Stand together united as one strong voice, for those who are unable to sound their voice: the women who are missing or have been murdered. The march wishes to raise awareness and honour the missing or murdered women in support of their families and friends. Hot refreshments will be served. Please wear red or purple if possible.
For more information, please see the Womens Memorial March website or view the Facebook event page.
Guest Lecture by Dr. Peter Kulchyski
Monday, January 16, 2012, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
2M70, the University of Winnipeg
In his lecture on the tragedy of northern development in Aboriginal Canada, Dr. Peter Kulchyski will discuss why things have gone so wrong and what can be done to improve the situation. The lecture is open and free for all to attend, and has been organized by the Natural Resource Institute, the Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs, the Aboriginal Student Centre, the Department of Native Studies and the Global College.