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Human rights ampHuman diversity

1911-2011 | Wilfrid Laurier University

1911-2011 | Wilfrid Laurier University

Human Rights amp Human Diversity

Tara Detheridge always had an interest in human rights and took the opportunity to bring her passion into the classroom

ldquoI chose the Human Rights amp Human Diversity program because it complemented the classes I was taking in contemporary studiesrdquo she says ldquoI like that the program is very interdisciplinary and that I can apply information I learned in one class to other classes both in the program and in generalrdquo

Detheridge has been active outside the classroom as well mdash she was a member of the Laurier Brantford chapter of Journalists for Human Rights These extracur-

ricular opportunities allowed her ldquoto incorporate the knowledge that I gained in class and apply it to help educate others on issues such as the AIDS epidemic and the genocides in Darfur and Rwandardquo

After graduation Detheridge is considering a masterrsquos program in International Public Policy No matter what her next step she says it will no doubt include human rights

ldquoThese are the issues that continue to play a critical role in all aspects of our lives and it is important to understand how they impact usrdquo she says ldquoI plan to use the knowledge that Irsquove accumulated at Laurier Brantford to continue as a lifelong learner and an informed global citizenrdquo

These are the issues that continue to pl ay a critical rol e in al l aspects of our l ives and it is important to

understand how they impact us

find out MoreVisit wwwwlucabrantfordhrhd

Our world is full of paradoxes Most countries accept

international human rights obligations yet violations and abuses occur everywhere Globalization is making the world smaller but individual countries are more diverse mdash culturally linguistically racially and religiously mdash than ever beforeThe world is changing Two of the most important processes that will shape Canada and the world in our lifetime are the international human rights movement and increasing social diversity (race culture religion sexual orientation disability etc) Like all changes these processes present challenges and oppor-tunities The Human Rights amp Human

Diversity program (HRHD) addresses such issues

as how to advance human rights

internationally while respecting cultural differences how to protect the rights of individuals while preserving collective security (eg from terrorism) and how to establish cohesive societies and orga-nizations without marginalizing diverse citizens and employees

In HRHD you will study the three generations of human rights (civil and political social and economic and solidaritygroup rights) Canadian and international organizations that protect and promote human rights efforts to build peaceful and tolerant societies multicultur-alism and questions of justice and equality

Why HrHdHuman Rights amp Human Diversity is designed to help todayrsquos students come to grips with these dynamic processes that will shape lives in the 21st century It should interest those who want to advance social justice by working as activists lawyers or social workers or in government

and nongovernmental organizations those interested in managing organizations in fields such as human resources those who enjoyed courses in high school such as World Issues Canadian and International Law World Politics and Social and Political Philosophy or those who are just curious and wish to make sense of the increasingly diverse country and world in which we live

About the programHuman Rights amp Human Diversity (HRHD) is offered as an honours program Normally taken over four years an honours program consists of 20 credits of which a minimum of 11 are in HRHD The program can also be combined with other programs see lsquoExciting Combina-tionsrsquo under lsquoFuture Studentsrsquo on the web page below There are also Contemporary Studies requirements

Gain val uabl e experience now

Get inVoLVedLaurier Brantford students find it easy to get involved on our close-knit

community-based campus

Trained as a political scientist Dr Andrew Robinson says his interest in human rights developed as a Canadian thinking about issues of culture identity and justice in Canada especially with respect to Quebec First Nations and multicultural communities

ldquoThrough my studies I learned that issues that interested me as a Canadian were being discussed in many European countries Australia and the United Statesrdquo

ldquoThe domestic and international challenges posed by diversity and rights are distinct yet interconnectedrdquo says Robinson In the Human Rights amp Human Diversity program students

study the efforts that have been made in Canada and internationally to address these challenges

Robinson thinks real progress requires concerted efforts by individuals

ldquoAt Laurier Brantford our students go on to become teachers managers journalists activists lawyers police officers social workers you name itrdquo he says ldquoThe decisions

they make mdash personally professionally and as citizens mdash are going to make a difference The issues are complex the right choice isnrsquot always obvious In Human Rights amp Human Diversity we help students develop the knowledge and understanding they will need to make wise and informed

decisionsrdquo

The issues are compl ex the right choice isnrsquot al ways obvious

Campus Clubs amp Chapters Laurier Brantford students have been ac-tive putting their ideas into practice Our chapter of Journalists for Human Rights is open to all students who want to use media to promote human rights Project Empathy was founded at Laurier Brantford in 2003 Since then studentshave completed biannual trips to Botswanato document the AIDS pandemic in thatcountry and across Africa They haveproduced a documentary as part of theirefforts to raise awareness and funds Our chapter of WUSC (World University Service Canada) ties our studentsinto a network of individuals and institu-tions that fosters human development and global understanding through education and training

Community Service-LearningCommunity Service-Learning (CSL) is a teaching method that encourages students to draw connections between knowledge they gain through their studies and practical applications in the community

Students are engaged in voluntary activities while integrating their experi-ences with academic course work CSLrsquos objectives are balanced between specific academic goals on the one hand and building community capacity on the other It fosters student leadership and enhances connections to the community at large

internships for CreditHRHD enables eligible students who participate in course-relevant internships and volunteer placements in Canada and abroad to receive an HRHD credit towards their degree See the website for details

Sample CoursesHuman Rights and Human Diversity

Introduction to Human Rights

Mul ticul tural ism

Economic Gl obal ization

Gl obal Heal th and Social Justice

Human Rights and the Environment

Rights in Canada

Chil drenrsquos Rights

Crimes Against Humanity

Consumerism and Identities

Appl ied Democracy

Reconsidering Race and Oppression

Cross-Cul tural Perspectives on Human Rights

Phil osophy of Human Rights

Mean Justice Criminal Injustice Ethics and Rights

Understanding International Organizations

Devel opment Theories Strategies and Issues

73 George Street | Brantford Ontario Canada N3T 2Y3Tel (519) 756-8228 ext 5777 | Fax (519) 759-2127 | Email chooselaurierbrantfordwluca

wwwchooselaurierbrantfordca1 0 0 Y E A R S I N S P I R I N G L I V E S O F L E A D E R S H I P A N D P U R P O S E

While every effort has been made to ensure this publication is accurate at time of printing the information contained herein is subject to change without notice LIAS

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7-SE

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Options to enhance your degree

Maximize your optionsOptions are collections of courses that allow you to incorporate an accom-panying area of study with your honours degree courses An Option can be a strong addition to your degree providing additional skills and a broad knowledge base which appeals to prospective employers

Laurier Brantford offers a diverse collection of Options many offered

only at the Brantford campus including the Management Option International Development Option Media Studies Option Public Relations Option Childrenrsquos Education amp Development Option Environment and Society Option and the Indigenous Studies Option

Contemporary StudiesLaurier Brantfordrsquos curriculum includes Contemporary Studies an innovative program designed to provide students with an understanding of the issues opportunities and problems of the 21st century The program emphasizes an innovative approach to learning that is problem centred interdisciplinary and emphasizes the basic skills necessary for success in any field

After GraduationA degree in Human Rights amp Human Diversity is excellent preparation for a career in a number of areas As our world becomes increasingly diverse an under-standing of the issues and challenges in maintaining human rights are central to a number of careers Some sample careers include

bull 10486911048691Human Resource ManagerAdministratorbull 10486911048691Social Workerbull 10486911048691Lawyerbull 10486911048691Human Rights Advocatebull 10486911048691Project Managerbull 10486911048691Devel opment Coordinatorbull 10486911048691Pol icy Anal ystDevel operbull 10486911048691Devel opmentAid Workerbull 10486911048691Documentary Researcherbull 10486911048691Human Rights Fiel d Officerbull 10486911048691Community Rel ations Special istbull 10486911048691Government Officerbull 10486911048691Community Devel operbull Program Coordinatorbull Immigrant Settl ement Servicesbull Executive Director of an NGObull Donor Rel ations Officer

AdMiSSion inforMAtionfor the most up-to-date information about admission to

Laurier Brantford go to wwwwlucaadmissions

Human Rights amp Human Diversity

Tara Detheridge always had an interest in human rights and took the opportunity to bring her passion into the classroom

ldquoI chose the Human Rights amp Human Diversity program because it complemented the classes I was taking in contemporary studiesrdquo she says ldquoI like that the program is very interdisciplinary and that I can apply information I learned in one class to other classes both in the program and in generalrdquo

Detheridge has been active outside the classroom as well mdash she was a member of the Laurier Brantford chapter of Journalists for Human Rights These extracur-

ricular opportunities allowed her ldquoto incorporate the knowledge that I gained in class and apply it to help educate others on issues such as the AIDS epidemic and the genocides in Darfur and Rwandardquo

After graduation Detheridge is considering a masterrsquos program in International Public Policy No matter what her next step she says it will no doubt include human rights

ldquoThese are the issues that continue to play a critical role in all aspects of our lives and it is important to understand how they impact usrdquo she says ldquoI plan to use the knowledge that Irsquove accumulated at Laurier Brantford to continue as a lifelong learner and an informed global citizenrdquo

These are the issues that continue to pl ay a critical rol e in al l aspects of our l ives and it is important to

understand how they impact us

find out MoreVisit wwwwlucabrantfordhrhd

Our world is full of paradoxes Most countries accept

international human rights obligations yet violations and abuses occur everywhere Globalization is making the world smaller but individual countries are more diverse mdash culturally linguistically racially and religiously mdash than ever beforeThe world is changing Two of the most important processes that will shape Canada and the world in our lifetime are the international human rights movement and increasing social diversity (race culture religion sexual orientation disability etc) Like all changes these processes present challenges and oppor-tunities The Human Rights amp Human

Diversity program (HRHD) addresses such issues

as how to advance human rights

internationally while respecting cultural differences how to protect the rights of individuals while preserving collective security (eg from terrorism) and how to establish cohesive societies and orga-nizations without marginalizing diverse citizens and employees

In HRHD you will study the three generations of human rights (civil and political social and economic and solidaritygroup rights) Canadian and international organizations that protect and promote human rights efforts to build peaceful and tolerant societies multicultur-alism and questions of justice and equality

Why HrHdHuman Rights amp Human Diversity is designed to help todayrsquos students come to grips with these dynamic processes that will shape lives in the 21st century It should interest those who want to advance social justice by working as activists lawyers or social workers or in government

and nongovernmental organizations those interested in managing organizations in fields such as human resources those who enjoyed courses in high school such as World Issues Canadian and International Law World Politics and Social and Political Philosophy or those who are just curious and wish to make sense of the increasingly diverse country and world in which we live

About the programHuman Rights amp Human Diversity (HRHD) is offered as an honours program Normally taken over four years an honours program consists of 20 credits of which a minimum of 11 are in HRHD The program can also be combined with other programs see lsquoExciting Combina-tionsrsquo under lsquoFuture Studentsrsquo on the web page below There are also Contemporary Studies requirements

Gain val uabl e experience now

Get inVoLVedLaurier Brantford students find it easy to get involved on our close-knit

community-based campus

Trained as a political scientist Dr Andrew Robinson says his interest in human rights developed as a Canadian thinking about issues of culture identity and justice in Canada especially with respect to Quebec First Nations and multicultural communities

ldquoThrough my studies I learned that issues that interested me as a Canadian were being discussed in many European countries Australia and the United Statesrdquo

ldquoThe domestic and international challenges posed by diversity and rights are distinct yet interconnectedrdquo says Robinson In the Human Rights amp Human Diversity program students

study the efforts that have been made in Canada and internationally to address these challenges

Robinson thinks real progress requires concerted efforts by individuals

ldquoAt Laurier Brantford our students go on to become teachers managers journalists activists lawyers police officers social workers you name itrdquo he says ldquoThe decisions

they make mdash personally professionally and as citizens mdash are going to make a difference The issues are complex the right choice isnrsquot always obvious In Human Rights amp Human Diversity we help students develop the knowledge and understanding they will need to make wise and informed

decisionsrdquo

The issues are compl ex the right choice isnrsquot al ways obvious

Campus Clubs amp Chapters Laurier Brantford students have been ac-tive putting their ideas into practice Our chapter of Journalists for Human Rights is open to all students who want to use media to promote human rights Project Empathy was founded at Laurier Brantford in 2003 Since then studentshave completed biannual trips to Botswanato document the AIDS pandemic in thatcountry and across Africa They haveproduced a documentary as part of theirefforts to raise awareness and funds Our chapter of WUSC (World University Service Canada) ties our studentsinto a network of individuals and institu-tions that fosters human development and global understanding through education and training

Community Service-LearningCommunity Service-Learning (CSL) is a teaching method that encourages students to draw connections between knowledge they gain through their studies and practical applications in the community

Students are engaged in voluntary activities while integrating their experi-ences with academic course work CSLrsquos objectives are balanced between specific academic goals on the one hand and building community capacity on the other It fosters student leadership and enhances connections to the community at large

internships for CreditHRHD enables eligible students who participate in course-relevant internships and volunteer placements in Canada and abroad to receive an HRHD credit towards their degree See the website for details

Sample CoursesHuman Rights and Human Diversity

Introduction to Human Rights

Mul ticul tural ism

Economic Gl obal ization

Gl obal Heal th and Social Justice

Human Rights and the Environment

Rights in Canada

Chil drenrsquos Rights

Crimes Against Humanity

Consumerism and Identities

Appl ied Democracy

Reconsidering Race and Oppression

Cross-Cul tural Perspectives on Human Rights

Phil osophy of Human Rights

Mean Justice Criminal Injustice Ethics and Rights

Understanding International Organizations

Devel opment Theories Strategies and Issues

73 George Street | Brantford Ontario Canada N3T 2Y3Tel (519) 756-8228 ext 5777 | Fax (519) 759-2127 | Email chooselaurierbrantfordwluca

wwwchooselaurierbrantfordca1 0 0 Y E A R S I N S P I R I N G L I V E S O F L E A D E R S H I P A N D P U R P O S E

While every effort has been made to ensure this publication is accurate at time of printing the information contained herein is subject to change without notice LIAS

-044

7-SE

PT10

Options to enhance your degree

Maximize your optionsOptions are collections of courses that allow you to incorporate an accom-panying area of study with your honours degree courses An Option can be a strong addition to your degree providing additional skills and a broad knowledge base which appeals to prospective employers

Laurier Brantford offers a diverse collection of Options many offered

only at the Brantford campus including the Management Option International Development Option Media Studies Option Public Relations Option Childrenrsquos Education amp Development Option Environment and Society Option and the Indigenous Studies Option

Contemporary StudiesLaurier Brantfordrsquos curriculum includes Contemporary Studies an innovative program designed to provide students with an understanding of the issues opportunities and problems of the 21st century The program emphasizes an innovative approach to learning that is problem centred interdisciplinary and emphasizes the basic skills necessary for success in any field

After GraduationA degree in Human Rights amp Human Diversity is excellent preparation for a career in a number of areas As our world becomes increasingly diverse an under-standing of the issues and challenges in maintaining human rights are central to a number of careers Some sample careers include

bull 10486911048691Human Resource ManagerAdministratorbull 10486911048691Social Workerbull 10486911048691Lawyerbull 10486911048691Human Rights Advocatebull 10486911048691Project Managerbull 10486911048691Devel opment Coordinatorbull 10486911048691Pol icy Anal ystDevel operbull 10486911048691Devel opmentAid Workerbull 10486911048691Documentary Researcherbull 10486911048691Human Rights Fiel d Officerbull 10486911048691Community Rel ations Special istbull 10486911048691Government Officerbull 10486911048691Community Devel operbull Program Coordinatorbull Immigrant Settl ement Servicesbull Executive Director of an NGObull Donor Rel ations Officer

AdMiSSion inforMAtionfor the most up-to-date information about admission to

Laurier Brantford go to wwwwlucaadmissions

Gain val uabl e experience now

Get inVoLVedLaurier Brantford students find it easy to get involved on our close-knit

community-based campus

Trained as a political scientist Dr Andrew Robinson says his interest in human rights developed as a Canadian thinking about issues of culture identity and justice in Canada especially with respect to Quebec First Nations and multicultural communities

ldquoThrough my studies I learned that issues that interested me as a Canadian were being discussed in many European countries Australia and the United Statesrdquo

ldquoThe domestic and international challenges posed by diversity and rights are distinct yet interconnectedrdquo says Robinson In the Human Rights amp Human Diversity program students

study the efforts that have been made in Canada and internationally to address these challenges

Robinson thinks real progress requires concerted efforts by individuals

ldquoAt Laurier Brantford our students go on to become teachers managers journalists activists lawyers police officers social workers you name itrdquo he says ldquoThe decisions

they make mdash personally professionally and as citizens mdash are going to make a difference The issues are complex the right choice isnrsquot always obvious In Human Rights amp Human Diversity we help students develop the knowledge and understanding they will need to make wise and informed

decisionsrdquo

The issues are compl ex the right choice isnrsquot al ways obvious

Campus Clubs amp Chapters Laurier Brantford students have been ac-tive putting their ideas into practice Our chapter of Journalists for Human Rights is open to all students who want to use media to promote human rights Project Empathy was founded at Laurier Brantford in 2003 Since then studentshave completed biannual trips to Botswanato document the AIDS pandemic in thatcountry and across Africa They haveproduced a documentary as part of theirefforts to raise awareness and funds Our chapter of WUSC (World University Service Canada) ties our studentsinto a network of individuals and institu-tions that fosters human development and global understanding through education and training

Community Service-LearningCommunity Service-Learning (CSL) is a teaching method that encourages students to draw connections between knowledge they gain through their studies and practical applications in the community

Students are engaged in voluntary activities while integrating their experi-ences with academic course work CSLrsquos objectives are balanced between specific academic goals on the one hand and building community capacity on the other It fosters student leadership and enhances connections to the community at large

internships for CreditHRHD enables eligible students who participate in course-relevant internships and volunteer placements in Canada and abroad to receive an HRHD credit towards their degree See the website for details

Sample CoursesHuman Rights and Human Diversity

Introduction to Human Rights

Mul ticul tural ism

Economic Gl obal ization

Gl obal Heal th and Social Justice

Human Rights and the Environment

Rights in Canada

Chil drenrsquos Rights

Crimes Against Humanity

Consumerism and Identities

Appl ied Democracy

Reconsidering Race and Oppression

Cross-Cul tural Perspectives on Human Rights

Phil osophy of Human Rights

Mean Justice Criminal Injustice Ethics and Rights

Understanding International Organizations

Devel opment Theories Strategies and Issues

73 George Street | Brantford Ontario Canada N3T 2Y3Tel (519) 756-8228 ext 5777 | Fax (519) 759-2127 | Email chooselaurierbrantfordwluca

wwwchooselaurierbrantfordca1 0 0 Y E A R S I N S P I R I N G L I V E S O F L E A D E R S H I P A N D P U R P O S E

While every effort has been made to ensure this publication is accurate at time of printing the information contained herein is subject to change without notice LIAS

-044

7-SE

PT10

Options to enhance your degree

Maximize your optionsOptions are collections of courses that allow you to incorporate an accom-panying area of study with your honours degree courses An Option can be a strong addition to your degree providing additional skills and a broad knowledge base which appeals to prospective employers

Laurier Brantford offers a diverse collection of Options many offered

only at the Brantford campus including the Management Option International Development Option Media Studies Option Public Relations Option Childrenrsquos Education amp Development Option Environment and Society Option and the Indigenous Studies Option

Contemporary StudiesLaurier Brantfordrsquos curriculum includes Contemporary Studies an innovative program designed to provide students with an understanding of the issues opportunities and problems of the 21st century The program emphasizes an innovative approach to learning that is problem centred interdisciplinary and emphasizes the basic skills necessary for success in any field

After GraduationA degree in Human Rights amp Human Diversity is excellent preparation for a career in a number of areas As our world becomes increasingly diverse an under-standing of the issues and challenges in maintaining human rights are central to a number of careers Some sample careers include

bull 10486911048691Human Resource ManagerAdministratorbull 10486911048691Social Workerbull 10486911048691Lawyerbull 10486911048691Human Rights Advocatebull 10486911048691Project Managerbull 10486911048691Devel opment Coordinatorbull 10486911048691Pol icy Anal ystDevel operbull 10486911048691Devel opmentAid Workerbull 10486911048691Documentary Researcherbull 10486911048691Human Rights Fiel d Officerbull 10486911048691Community Rel ations Special istbull 10486911048691Government Officerbull 10486911048691Community Devel operbull Program Coordinatorbull Immigrant Settl ement Servicesbull Executive Director of an NGObull Donor Rel ations Officer

AdMiSSion inforMAtionfor the most up-to-date information about admission to

Laurier Brantford go to wwwwlucaadmissions

73 George Street | Brantford Ontario Canada N3T 2Y3Tel (519) 756-8228 ext 5777 | Fax (519) 759-2127 | Email chooselaurierbrantfordwluca

wwwchooselaurierbrantfordca1 0 0 Y E A R S I N S P I R I N G L I V E S O F L E A D E R S H I P A N D P U R P O S E

While every effort has been made to ensure this publication is accurate at time of printing the information contained herein is subject to change without notice LIAS

-044

7-SE

PT10

Options to enhance your degree

Maximize your optionsOptions are collections of courses that allow you to incorporate an accom-panying area of study with your honours degree courses An Option can be a strong addition to your degree providing additional skills and a broad knowledge base which appeals to prospective employers

Laurier Brantford offers a diverse collection of Options many offered

only at the Brantford campus including the Management Option International Development Option Media Studies Option Public Relations Option Childrenrsquos Education amp Development Option Environment and Society Option and the Indigenous Studies Option

Contemporary StudiesLaurier Brantfordrsquos curriculum includes Contemporary Studies an innovative program designed to provide students with an understanding of the issues opportunities and problems of the 21st century The program emphasizes an innovative approach to learning that is problem centred interdisciplinary and emphasizes the basic skills necessary for success in any field

After GraduationA degree in Human Rights amp Human Diversity is excellent preparation for a career in a number of areas As our world becomes increasingly diverse an under-standing of the issues and challenges in maintaining human rights are central to a number of careers Some sample careers include

bull 10486911048691Human Resource ManagerAdministratorbull 10486911048691Social Workerbull 10486911048691Lawyerbull 10486911048691Human Rights Advocatebull 10486911048691Project Managerbull 10486911048691Devel opment Coordinatorbull 10486911048691Pol icy Anal ystDevel operbull 10486911048691Devel opmentAid Workerbull 10486911048691Documentary Researcherbull 10486911048691Human Rights Fiel d Officerbull 10486911048691Community Rel ations Special istbull 10486911048691Government Officerbull 10486911048691Community Devel operbull Program Coordinatorbull Immigrant Settl ement Servicesbull Executive Director of an NGObull Donor Rel ations Officer

AdMiSSion inforMAtionfor the most up-to-date information about admission to

Laurier Brantford go to wwwwlucaadmissions