FOOTSTEPS

About FOOTSTEPS

"FOOTSTEPS" is an engaging audio series produced by the Faculty of Law at the University of Manitoba, aimed at discussing the Master of Human Rights Program, students making a difference, and fostering a deeper understanding of human rights issues. This podcast serves as an educational platform, featuring insightful discussions with students, professors, experts and practitioners in the field of human rights. Each episode delves into various topics, such as social justice, international law, and humanitarian efforts, providing listeners with a comprehensive view of the MHR program and how it is responding to challenges in human rights education and advocacy. By highlighting stories and perspectives of MHR students and other changemakers around the globe, the podcast not only educates but also inspires listeners to consider an educational and career path in human rights and become and become agents of change. Whether you are a student, a professional, or simply an interested individual, this podcast offers valuable insights and a broadened perspective on the vital issues surrounding human rights and human rights education today.

Publisher

Master of Human Rights Program, Faculty of Law, University of Manitoba

Category

education

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

30 Oct 2024

Latest episode

31 Jul 2026

Latest episodes

5 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   31 Jul 2026

   Canadian Olympian Annie Guglia advocates for the Human Right to Participate in Sport

   Annie Guglia (she/her) is a four-time Canadian national champion and the first Canadian woman to compete in street skateboarding at the Olympic Games. Through her work as a professional athlete, community organizer, and advocate, she is helping advance gender equity and the right of everyone to participate in sport and the right to play. At eleven, Annie was fascinated by skateboarding but too intimidated to enter her local skatepark. In conversation with Master of Human Rights student&...

2. 

   30 Jun 2026

   Honouring Our Relatives Through Research

   Ana-Maria Costa (she/her) is a Master of Human Rights student at the Faculty of Law, University of Manitoba who is honouring her family and the thousands of other victims of the 1973 Chilean coup d'état through her thesis research. In elementary school, her teacher gifted her the book 'Underground to Canada' by Barbara Smucker, sparking a care and curiosity for the causes of human rights violations that she would carry throughout her academic career. As Ana-Maria approaches her thesis, ...

3. 

   6 Dec 2024

   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...

4. 

   15 Nov 2024

   Maybe you already know, even if you don’t...

   In this episode, we sit down with Kira, a Master of Human Rights student at the University of Manitoba, to explore her unexpected but powerful journey into the world of human rights. Kira's story is a perfect example of how, even when we think we don’t have it all figured out, the path forward often becomes clear when we allow ourselves to explore and follow our passions. For more information on the Master of Human Rights please visit our website.

5. 

   30 Oct 2024

   How Can I Make a Difference? Explore the first Master of Human Rights Program in Canada at the University of Manitoba

   Join us for an exciting episode of FOOTPRINTS as we dive into the University of Manitoba’s groundbreaking Master of Human Rights program—the first in Canada! Explore its unique interdisciplinary approach, vibrant Winnipeg as a human rights center, and essential admissions insights. Discover how this program can support you to make a difference ! For more information on the Master of Human Rights please visit our website.

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