A National Human Rights Conference • June 17-19, 2012 • Winnipeg, Manitoba
Invitation from the Manitoba Human Rights Commission
It is said that the evolution of human rights is a journey. The question becomes, are we getting closer to the destination?
On behalf of the Manitoba Human Rights Commission, it is my great pleasure to invite you to participate in this year's annual CASHRA conference.
Through plenary and panel sessions, this national conference will examine the human rights we have inherited or recently gained, while asking the question "Are we there yet?"
Topics include social and economic rights, systemic discrimination, bullying and harassment and accommodating mental health issues. We are also pleased to present Dr. Samantha Nutt as our keynote speaker, as well as engaging plenary sessions on engaging the Aboriginal community and using social media to promote human rights.
I am also pleased to announce that our closing reception will be at the beautiful historic residence of the Lieutenant Governor of Manitoba, Government House. This event will be hosted by The Honourable Philip S. Lee, C.M., O.M. Lieutenant Governor of Manitoba, who is a vocal supporter of human rights.
I encourage everyone, whether you represent the private or public sector, community organizations or CASHRA to attend, and I look forward to seeing you at Winnipeg's Meeting Place, The Forks.
Jerry Woods
Chairperson
Manitoba Human Rights Commission
Conference Information
CASHRA (Canadian Association of Statutory Human Rights Agencies) is the national association of Canada's statutory agencies charged with administering federal, provincial and territorial human rights legislation. Each year, a different jurisdiction hosts CASHRA's annual conference. This year, the Manitoba Human Rights Commission is the host.
Theme: The 2012 conference theme is Are We There Yet? The Program will focus on celebrating human rights successes and identifying areas where further development, advocacy or change are still needed to achieve equality for all individuals in Canada. Read more about Are We There Yet?
Location and dates: The conference will be held in Winnipeg from June 17th to June 19th, 2012. All sessions will be held at the Inn at The Forks, located in the heart of the Forks, one of the best public spaces in Canada situated in Treaty #1 territory and a traditional gathering and trading spot for 10,000 years.
