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March 19th 2024 Executive officer for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Human Rights�Information Session�

WESTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY

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Land Acknowledgement Statement

We would like to recognize that Western Michigan University is located on lands historically occupied by Ojibwe, Odawa, and Potawatomi nations. �Please take a moment to acknowledge and honor this ancestral land of the Three Fires Confederacy, and the sacred lands of all indigenous peoples with their continued presence.

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Human Rights???

Human rights are the basic rights and freedoms that belong to every person in the world, simply because they are human.

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Why do human rights matter?

Human rights are the foundation of freedom, justice, and peace in the world. When human rights are respected and upheld, individuals can live with dignity and equality. ��However, when they are violated, it can lead to suffering, conflict, and injustice.

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Universal Declaration of Human Rights

The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) is a key document adopted by the United Nations in 1948. It outlines fundamental rights and freedoms for all individuals, such as equality, liberty, education, and freedom of expression. ��The UDHR serves as a global guide for human rights principles, inspiring international treaties and national laws worldwide.

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Human Rights Organizations

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Human Rights & RSO’s?

Student organizations play a vital role in promoting human rights by raising awareness, advocating for change, and creating inclusive spaces for all members of the community.

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Small Group Discussions

  1. How can student organizations contribute to promoting human rights on our campus?�
  2. What specific actions or initiatives can student organizations take to address human rights issues affecting students?�
  3. How can the WMU support student organizations in their efforts to promote human rights?

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Human Rights Education

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Human Rights Charter Template

wsa-executivedei@wmich.edu

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Questions?

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Thank you!