Do you really know your ABCs? The curious connections between education and human rights.

This podcast episode features an interview with Dr. Laura Reimer, whose lifelong commitment to human rights stemmed from childhood observations of injustice and invisibility. Her career path, from political science to public administration, education, and peace and conflict studies, reflects a growing understanding of the interconnectedness of justice, governance, education and human rights-informed decision-making. Dr. Reimer emphasizes the importance of addressing identity conflicts through understanding common ground, highlighting her research in education, the experiences of Indigenous students and her early role in developing the experiential practicum, a hallmark of the Master of Human Rights program at the University of Manitoba. The interview concludes with advice for aspiring human rights advocates, stressing the need for empathy, humility, and perseverance in the face of challenging work.

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