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Category: HUMAN RIGHTS ADVISORY COMMISSION

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International Human Rights Day 2020

“This year’s Human Rights Day theme relates to the COVID-19 pandemic and focuses on the need to build back better by ensuring Human Rights are central to recovery efforts. We […]

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Links for Barnstable Human Rights Awards Breakfast on 12/10

  Below, you can find the link for the live-stream of the 2020 Human Rights Awards Breakfast on December 10, 2020 at 8:30 am if you were unable to register […]

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International Anti-Corruption Day 2020

“Corruption thrives in times of crisis and the ongoing global pandemic is no exception.  States all over the world have taken significant measures to address the health emergency and to […]

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International Day of Commemoration and Dignity of the Victims of the Crime of Genocide and of the Prevention of this Crime 2020

“9 December 2020 marks the International Day of Commemoration and Dignity of the Victims of the Crime of Genocide and of the Prevention of this Crime, as well as the […]

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BCHRAC Announce Human Rights Awards at Annual Breakfast

2020 Human Rights Awards Breakfast on December 10, 2020 at 8:30 am Link for the YouTube live-stream: https://youtu.be/104fPhHmLas In addition to our Rosenthal, Cornerstone and Tim McCarthy Awards, we will […]

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World Soil Day 2020

“Keep soil alive, protect soil biodiversity Plants nurture a whole world of creatures in the soil, that in return feed and protect the plants. This diverse community of living organisms […]

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International Volunteer Day 2020

“THANK YOU volunteers for being at the frontline of the COVID-19 response, addressing the challenges posed by the pandemic, making sure everyone stays safe, and being there for people and […]

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International Day of Persons with Disabilities 2020

“Disability inclusion is an essential condition to upholding human rights, sustainable development, and peace and security. It is also central to the promise of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development […]

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Nasdaq Takes Aim At All-White, Male Company Boards With Diversity Proposal

Nasdaq wants to require the more than 3,000 companies listed on its stock exchange to improve boardroom diversity by appointing at least one woman and at least one minority or […]

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