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Global Tapestry of Alternatives Redefines Extractivism Beyond Resource Extraction

Global Tapestry of Alternatives Redefines Extractivism Beyond Resource Extraction

Carlos Tornel, a member of the Global Tapestry of Alternatives, is advocating for a broader understanding of extractivism, moving beyond its traditional definition as merely the accelerated extraction of natural resources like minerals, hydrocarbons, or agricultural products. Tornel emphasizes that extractivism also encompasses the reorganization of territories to facilitate the movement of goods through logistical corridors and large-scale infrastructure projects. This redefinition highlights how such developments can restrict the mobility of people and diminish their capacity for resistance. He links this process to the militarization of civil activities and coercive mechanisms, including criminalization, aggression, and the involvement of organized crime in affected territories. Furthermore, Tornel points out that seemingly legal mechanisms, such as simulated consultations, falsified records, and post-project consent processes, are often employed to legitimize these extractive practices. This 'social en...
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Eleanor Roosevelt's Post-White House Leadership Shaped Global Human Rights Standards

Eleanor Roosevelt's Post-White House Leadership Shaped Global Human Rights Standards

Eleanor Roosevelt, after her tenure as First Lady, played a pivotal role in shaping global human rights standards, particularly through her work at the United Nations. Appointed by President Harry Truman to the first U.S. delegation to the UN, she went on to chair the UN Commission on Human Rights. In this capacity, she was instrumental in guiding the international effort to draft the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, which was adopted in 1948. This document is widely regarded as one of the most important since the United Nations Charter, aiming to guarantee the human rights of every individual globally. Her influence extended beyond her husband's presidency, establishing a blueprint for future First Ladies and demonstrating how her activism continued to impact international policy and human rights advocacy.
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Amherst Grapples with Accountability in Human Rights Complaint System

Amherst Grapples with Accountability in Human Rights Complaint System

Amherst, Massachusetts, is facing challenges in its human rights complaint system, particularly concerning accountability and follow-through after incidents like hate graffiti. Recent events, including hateful symbols spray-painted in public spaces and racist letters, have highlighted a systemic issue where concerns are often referred to the Human Rights Commission (HRC) without a clear mechanism for investigation, resolution, or institutional handoff. Town Councilor Lynn Griesemer's suggestion to 'send it to the HRC' at a recent meeting underscored the ambiguity surrounding the commission's authority versus its operational responsibility. While the town's complaint process designates the human rights director, Pamela Nolan-Young (who also directs the DEI Department), as the contact for receiving and addressing complaints, there's a perceived gap in how these concerns are tracked and resolved beyond initial responses like graffiti removal or police investigations.
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Atlanta University and Clark College United to Form CAU in 1988

Atlanta University and Clark College United to Form CAU in 1988

Clark Atlanta University (CAU) stands today as a private, Christian institution in Atlanta, Georgia, with a rich history rooted in the post-Civil W...
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Patricio Guzmán, Renowned Documentarian, Dies at 85, Leaving Legacy of Chilean Memory

Patricio Guzmán, Renowned Documentarian, Dies at 85, Leaving Legacy of Chilean Memory

Patricio Guzmán, Renowned Documentarian, Dies at 85, Leaving Legacy of Chilean Memory
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Fisk University and Brennan Center Partner to Advance Democracy and Justice in the American South

Fisk University and Brennan Center Partner to Advance Democracy and Justice in the American South

Fisk University, through its John Lewis Center for Social Justice, has launched a new partnership with the Brennan Center for Justice at NYU Law. This collaboration, named the Partnership for Southern Impact, aims to provide Fisk students with hands-on opportunities to engage in research, policy, and advocacy related to civic challenges across the Southern United States. The initiative combines Fisk's deep regional connections and expertise with the Brennan Center's national recognition in democracy and justice work. Based at Fisk's Nashville campus, the partnership serves as a central hub for research, collaboration, and the development of nonpartisan solutions designed to enhance the representativeness and responsiveness of state and local governments. This summer, six Fisk students worked in Washington, D.C., alongside Brennan Center professionals on projects focusing on civic engagement, public policy, and democracy, including surveying young adults about their disengagement from civil rights organizat...
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Eastern Mennonite School Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with Educational and Cultural Events

Eastern Mennonite School Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with Educational and Cultural Events

Eastern Mennonite School celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month, observed from September 15th to October 15th, with a series of educational and cultural events. The Spanish 4 class organized a chapel service that included a taste test of traditional Latin American foods, inviting teachers to sample dishes and guess their countries of origin to deepen understanding of Hispanic culture and support Latinx businesses. The celebration also aimed to dispel common stereotypes about Hispanic heritage, with student speakers emphasizing that not all Latinx people speak Spanish and that stereotypes do not define individuals. The month's activities included a curated playlist of Latin American music, daily posts about inspirational Latinx figures, and field trips to local Latinx-owned businesses, encouraging active engagement with and support for these communities.
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CAU Carries an Educational Legacy That Stretches Back to the Civil War Era

CAU Carries an Educational Legacy That Stretches Back to the Civil War Era

Clark Atlanta University (CAU), a private, Christian institution located in Atlanta, Georgia, is recognized as a research university with a profoun...
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Common sense has a checkered history | Strictly Legal

Common sense has a checkered history | Strictly Legal

Opinion: It may come as a surprise to my readers, but I am not a big fan of "common sense," especially when it's used in an argument.
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Iowa women's basketball offers legacy 2029 guard

Iowa women's basketball offers legacy 2029 guard

Iowa women's basketball offered legacy guard Emily Tanny during her recent unofficial visit.
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Chobani Details Human Rights Policy and Due Diligence Framework

Chobani Details Human Rights Policy and Due Diligence Framework

Chobani Details Human Rights Policy and Due Diligence Framework
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Researchers Advocate for Co-Evaluation in Public Health Interventions for Underserved Communities

Researchers Advocate for Co-Evaluation in Public Health Interventions for Underserved Communities

Researchers from the NIHR Health Protection Research Award in Outbreak Related Behaviour (The Orb) at King's College London, in collaboration with the UK Health Security Agency and the University of Bristol, have explored the benefits of co-evaluation in public health research. Their project focused on improving public health communication for groups often excluded from health service design, specifically individuals experiencing homelessness and those who inject drugs, who are at higher risk of invasive group A streptococcal infection (iGAS). The study moved beyond traditional co-production, where participation often ends after resource design, to involve these communities in evaluating interventions. By using the Agile Co-production and Evaluation (ACE) framework, participants helped shape new public health materials and decided how these materials should be evaluated and how findings should be shared. This approach allowed for collaborative sense-making throughout the project, ensuring that evaluation w...