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Do you know who the father of business and human rights is? If you said John Ruggie, you'd be wrong. BUT, if you said the Rev. Leon Sullivan, you got it. 💡 Read my blog article about the Sullivan Principles, and how everything since in the field of business and human rights is derivative. Remember the Reverend Leon Sullivan. It is crucial to note the historical context of any human development: the roots of what we now call business and human rights emerged out of voluntary business responses to apartheid in the 70s. #humanrights #bizhumanrights #leonsullivan #sullivanprinciples #apartheid

I've just published a new article on Medium that delves into a topic close to my heart: Critically Assessing the Universality of Human Rights with the Insights and Reflections. In this piece, I explore the challenges and prospects of implementing human rights in today's diverse world, touching upon the critical need to navigate cultural perspectives and address systemic barriers. From reimagining the concept of universality to embracing diverse viewpoints, I invite you to join me on this journey of reflection and exploration. Check out my latest writing on Medium and let's spark a conversation about the future of human rights together! #HumanRights #Diversity #MediumArticle

Before you talk about Humanity and human rights, you must watch this video.

Human rights are for all. Period.

Sadly rights unless enshrined in legislation and upheld in practice an culture remain ideals. In Australia we have discriminatory state and federal legislation that unfortunately enshrines and privileges religious institutions as exempt from upholding these "universal rights". The central contradiction of discrimination on the basis of sex gender and identity keeps sexist cultural misogyny and patriarchal structures firmly in place and maintains discrimination against LGBTIQ+ people at everywhere. Our politicians seek to limit these rights for refugees and asylum seekers at every turn citing "borders and the national interest" to save themselves politically. We are steeped in colonial values and medieval beliefs that undermine human rights both domestically and internationally. Look at our governments failure to support Palestinians and stop the genocide by Israel. Look at our enthusiastic funding and participation in AUKUS and all its implications both locally and abroad: with USA and UK partners funding genocide and wars that our soldiers fight for what good? Creating floods of refugees who we then persecute and problematize when they arrive on shores.

Wanted to share another article from my Substack - this one because it’s based on an idea I believe in strongly, and because it highlights an amazing grassroots organization, The Human Rights Effort. You can read below! https://lnkd.in/eMKizRp2

Know your rights! Human rights are inherent, interconnected, and universal. These fundamental rights are essential for dignity, freedom, and justice for all. Explore the fact sheet to discover some of them! 🌍✨ For more information, visit: https://lnkd.in/gEvhWEe  #HumanRights #RBCHumanRightsCampaign #EqualityForAll

Published this piece today on the urgency of recommitting to universal human rights values https://lnkd.in/eVVsmfk8

Human Rights are for everyone.

Did you know our website features a glossary of commonly used terms in human rights discussions? The glossary provides working definitions for terms that are often used in discussions of human rights and the individuals and groups that hold them. Our Office acknowledges that language evolves, and meanings shift with context and time. Words can either foster inclusion or cause alienation and our choice of language carries significant real-world consequences. To access this resource, visit: https://lnkd.in/gPpXJrDc #Glossary #HumanRights4BC #BCPoli