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Joint statement on Canada's support for women human rights defenders in Saudi Arabia Aug 10, 2018 | Read more
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“Until We Find Them”: Searching for missing loved ones on the road to the North Mar 11, 2019 | Read more
Inter Pares welcomes Canada’s feminist realignment of international assistance Jun 9, 2017 | Read more
Canadian Government Breaks Promise to Create Independent Corporate Human Rights Watchdog Apr 9, 2019 | Read more
Round Table with Vigilance OGM: Agroecology, feminist approaches and the struggle against agrochemicals Oct 7, 2024 | Read more
Stopping the unstoppable: Citizen resistance to exterminator technology in Burkina Faso Sep 4, 2019 | Read more
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“Until We Find Them”: Searching for missing loved ones on the road to the North Mar 11, 2019 | Read more
The Immigrant Workers Centre to receive 2018 Peter Gillespie Social Justice Award Apr 18, 2018 | Read more
“Until We Find Them”: Searching for missing loved ones on the road to the North Mar 11, 2019 | Read more
Round Table with Vigilance OGM: Agroecology, feminist approaches and the struggle against agrochemicals Oct 7, 2024 | Read more
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Round Table with Vigilance OGM: Agroecology, feminist approaches and the struggle against agrochemicals Oct 7, 2024 | Read more
Round Table with Vigilance OGM: Agroecology, feminist approaches and the struggle against agrochemicals Oct 7, 2024 | Read more
Behind the scenes of LGBTQI+ Advocacy: A mental health conversation with Valentina Parra Oct 21, 2024 | Read more
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Advocacy is resistance: Navigating anti-LGBTQI+ violence in post-war Guatemala May 23, 2024 | Read more
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Gender Justice & Women's RightsCanada Human Rights Defenders: Creating Safe Conditions for Their Work In Colombia, and many parts of the world, women and men who defend human rights face incredible risks to their physical safety. Peace and DemocracyLatin America What is Courage? The people with whom Inter Pares works demonstrate profound courage, in their patience, persistence,fearlessness and motivation. Peace and DemocracyLatin America Never has such a tribute been revoked Aung San Suu Kyi has been silent in the face of genocide. Why revoking her Honorary Canadian Citizenship is right. Peace and DemocracyAsia The cycle of violence in Burma Canada must not look at the recent Rohingya crisis in isolation from Burma’s long-standing conflicts. Peace and DemocracyAsia Broadening the conversation on Burma In June 2018, Inter Pares organized a visit to Ottawa of colleagues in Kachin, Chin, and Arakan States, in order to bring their voices to policymakers and promote a comprehensive approach to Burma. Peace and DemocracyBurma Burma’s Forgotten Wars Samantha McGavin, Burma Program Manager, shines a light on the country beyond the Rohingya crisis through photos and reflections. Peace and DemocracyBurma I Am Rohingya: A Genocide in Four Acts This powerful documentary is about the journey of fourteen Rohingya refugee youth re-enacting their families' harrowing experiences in Burma and beyond. Violence against womenWomen's rightsPeace and DemocracyBurma In the Slums of Manila, Spreading Openness and Acceptance Mark and Vere are Likhaan Community Mobilizers. They both identify as transgender and work in the slum neighbourhoods of metro Manila. Gender Justice & Women's RightsAsia Building an Inclusive Peace in Colombia Colombia's peace agreement is historic as it is the most inclusive developed to date. Inter Pares' counterparts were instrumental in shaping the agreement. Gender Justice & Women's RightsLatin America Connecting Struggles Bill Fairbairn, Latin America Program Manager at Inter Pares, draws a parallel between his social justice convictions as a gay man and Inter Pares' feminist priorities. Gender Justice & Women's RightsCanada Inter Pares speaks out on Rohingya crisis, calls for immediate strong measures Inter Pares remains highly concerned by the ongoing Rohingya crisis in Burma and Bangladesh, and by the pressing need for stronger action. Peace and DemocracyBurma Building Solidarity One Conversation at a Time Raising awareness of other realities, learning from others’ experiences, deepening our solidarity ... this is what Inter Pares seeks to do through our public engagement. Gender Justice & Women's RightsCanada Joint statement on violence against the Rohingya in Myanmar On September 26th, Inter Pares joined 30+ Canadian organizations and human rights activists in calling for further Canadian action on the crisis. Violence against womenPeace and DemocracyBurma Open letter on national security Bill C-59 40 organizations and individuals from across Canadian civil society issued a joint letter to government that lays out overarching concerns with Bill C-59. Peace and DemocracyCanada Statement on Latest Violence against the Rohingya Population in Burma Inter Pares is gravely concerned regarding the latest wave of military violence against Rohingya civilians in northwestern Burma. Violence against womenPeace and DemocracyBurma A New Vision for Land in Burma Land is central to many social justice struggles around the world, and it’s no different in Burma. However, ethnic civil society organizations have a new vision for land use. Peace and DemocracyAsia Countering Dehumanization and Hate Since October 2016, the Burmese army has unleashed a new wave of violence against Rohingya Muslim civilians in the northwest of the country. Violence against womenPeace and DemocracyAsia Inter Pares concerned with Honduras report Inter Pares and 23 Canadian civil society organizations concerned with the Honduras report of the Extractive Sector CSR Counsellor. Peace and DemocracyCanada Canadian Council of Muslim Women inaugural recipient of Peter Gillespie Social Justice Award CCMW is recognized for their courageous work in advancing women’s rights. Gender Justice & Women's RightsCanada Canadian Council of Muslim Women to receive 2017 Peter Gillespie Social Justice Award Inter Pares is honored to give the award to the Canadian Council of Muslim Women for their courageous work in advancing women’s rights. Gender Justice & Women's RightsCanada Inter Pares brings acclaimed documentary play to Ottawa Inter Pares presents the play "Seven," which intertwines seven true stories told by women’s rights activists worldwide. Gender Justice & Women's Rights Taking a Feminist Approach As a feminist organization with over forty years of experience, we have seen the transformative results of a feminist approach and we are keen to see it widely used. Gender Justice & Women's RightsAsia CAMEX: A new Latin American counterpart is born CAMEX is building on the work of its predecessor, Project Counselling Service (PCS), which closed its doors in December 2016. Gender Justice & Women's RightsLatin America A Model for Peace: Women building peace in Mali With the support of ACORD, women and men gathered to learn and share ideas of how to transform national conflict into an authentic and sustainable peace. Gender Justice & Women's RightsAfrica The Messy Process of Peace Peace. The word creates serene images of healthy communities. When countries Gender Justice & Women's RightsBurma Forced Sterilizations in Peru: Never again Mamérita Mestanza hadn’t reached her 34th birthday when she died from complications resulting from tubal ligation surgery. Her story is far from unique. Human rightsIndigenous & ethnic rightsLatin America From the Land: 140 supporters reflect with us on reconciliation On April 25th, 2016, 140 supporters and activists from Ottawa-Gatineau joined Inter Pares for the 2016 edition of its annual Speakers Series, "From the Land: Reconciliation in action in Canada and Colombia." Peace and DemocracyCanada First-ever trial on sexual violence during armed conflict in Guatemala 14 Mayan Q'eqchí women demand justice for acts of sexual violence that they endured during the country's internal armed conflict. Gender Justice & Women's RightsLatin America Picture a Refugee Labels of "refugee" instead of "migrant" have power worldwide, including in Burma, where displaced people have many stories but with common threads. Violence against womenPeace and DemocracyAsia Burma: Bringing Grassroots Experience to Canadian Policy In March of 2015, Inter Pares hosted a delegation of four women from Burma to meet with people facing similar struggles, and to share camaraderie and strategies. Violence against womenWomen’s leadershipPeace and DemocracyAsia The Future of International Solidarity Over forty years, we have witnessed incredible change in the countries where we work. While some rights have been gained, others become threatened. Women’s leadershipArmed conflictHuman rightsIndigenous & ethnic rightsEnvironmentLandNatural resourcesAgricultureInternal displacementRefugeesAfrica We Can Do Better 2015 - campaign update CCIC is calling for greater leadership from Canada in tackling global issues in 2015, and specific action on inequality, climate change and women's rights. Gender Justice & Women's RightsCanada RCMP is laying charges against one of the Syrian torturers of Maher Arar An arrest warrant and Interpol notice have been issued, in the hope of extraditing Col. Salloum to face justice. Peace and DemocracyCanada In Solidarity with Temporary Migrant Workers The vulnerable situation of migrant workers in Canada. Human rightsMigrationCanada Happy Birthday Tiniguena! Tiniguena, founded in 1991, is a courageous organization that over its history has managed to accomplish big things. Human rightsControl Over ResourcesAfrica Promoting Canadians’ Civil Liberties Learn how ICLMG, Inter Pares counterpart, promotes and defends civil liberties and human rights here in Canada. Peace and DemocracyCanada Guinea-Bissau: Hope is in the Air Early 2015, staff member Patricia Charest Mugwaneza visited Inter Pares’ counterpart Tiniguena. She shares her experience. Peace and DemocracyAfrica Truth and Reconciliation Commission Inter Pares was a proud sponsor of the closing events of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission on Aboriginal residential schools. Peace and DemocracyCanada The Future of International Solidarity: Over 100 participants! On April 30th, over 100 activists from Ottawa-Gatineau and around the world joined Inter Pares for its 40th anniversary event. FeminismWomen’s leadershipPeace and DemocracyAfrica Burmese women's rights activists wary of Canadian mining investment By Embassy Magazine's Kristen Shane. Gender Justice & Women's RightsBurma We were Up for Debate 30 years ago. We still are now. Caroline Andrew shares her personal memories as moderator of the 1984 women's issues debate. Gender Justice & Women's RightsCanada Politics in Sudan need women’s voices Inter Pares counterparts act with determination and courage in Sudan to press for change, for peace, and for democracy in the face of incredible odds. Gender Justice & Women's RightsAfrica Election year in Burma Social justice activists in Burma are about to face a major dilemma. In late 2015, Burma will hold its first national elections since the "transition to democracy.” Gender Justice & Women's RightsAsia In Guatemala, Indigenous people seek justice after internal armed conflict Guatemalan Mayan community seeks justice around two emblematic cases that took place during the country's internal armed conflict. Peace and DemocracyLatin America Civilian voices in Burma’s ceasefire negotiations Affected communities collaborate to pursue a peace based on civilian interests. Peace and DemocracyAsia The politics of food production Imported Bangladesh shrimp or Canadian-grown vegetables picked by migrant labour: it matters how food is produced. Human rightsFood & Climate JusticeAsia Crony capitalism: How ‘development’ led to armed conflict in Kachin State Uncontrolled resource development during a 17-year ceasefire impoverished Kachin State & reignited war in 2011. Armed conflictHuman rightsIndigenous & ethnic rightsControl Over ResourcesAsia Why is Burma’s “Ethnic Issue” Important? Multi-ethnic coalitions collaborate to build a diverse and peaceful Burma. Peace and DemocracyBurma Communities in Burma challenge destructive development of natural resources Burma Rivers Network monitors dam projects, promotes ecological sustainability and social justice in resource development. 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Inter Pares joins network supporting global LGBTI rights The Dignity Network is a group of organizations from across Canada involved in supporting the human rights of LGBTI people globally. Gender Justice & Women's RightsCanada
Human Rights Defenders: Creating Safe Conditions for Their Work In Colombia, and many parts of the world, women and men who defend human rights face incredible risks to their physical safety. Peace and DemocracyLatin America
What is Courage? The people with whom Inter Pares works demonstrate profound courage, in their patience, persistence,fearlessness and motivation. Peace and DemocracyLatin America
Never has such a tribute been revoked Aung San Suu Kyi has been silent in the face of genocide. Why revoking her Honorary Canadian Citizenship is right. Peace and DemocracyAsia
The cycle of violence in Burma Canada must not look at the recent Rohingya crisis in isolation from Burma’s long-standing conflicts. Peace and DemocracyAsia
Broadening the conversation on Burma In June 2018, Inter Pares organized a visit to Ottawa of colleagues in Kachin, Chin, and Arakan States, in order to bring their voices to policymakers and promote a comprehensive approach to Burma. Peace and DemocracyBurma
Burma’s Forgotten Wars Samantha McGavin, Burma Program Manager, shines a light on the country beyond the Rohingya crisis through photos and reflections. Peace and DemocracyBurma
I Am Rohingya: A Genocide in Four Acts This powerful documentary is about the journey of fourteen Rohingya refugee youth re-enacting their families' harrowing experiences in Burma and beyond. Violence against womenWomen's rightsPeace and DemocracyBurma
In the Slums of Manila, Spreading Openness and Acceptance Mark and Vere are Likhaan Community Mobilizers. They both identify as transgender and work in the slum neighbourhoods of metro Manila. Gender Justice & Women's RightsAsia
Building an Inclusive Peace in Colombia Colombia's peace agreement is historic as it is the most inclusive developed to date. Inter Pares' counterparts were instrumental in shaping the agreement. Gender Justice & Women's RightsLatin America
Connecting Struggles Bill Fairbairn, Latin America Program Manager at Inter Pares, draws a parallel between his social justice convictions as a gay man and Inter Pares' feminist priorities. Gender Justice & Women's RightsCanada
Inter Pares speaks out on Rohingya crisis, calls for immediate strong measures Inter Pares remains highly concerned by the ongoing Rohingya crisis in Burma and Bangladesh, and by the pressing need for stronger action. Peace and DemocracyBurma
Building Solidarity One Conversation at a Time Raising awareness of other realities, learning from others’ experiences, deepening our solidarity ... this is what Inter Pares seeks to do through our public engagement. Gender Justice & Women's RightsCanada
Joint statement on violence against the Rohingya in Myanmar On September 26th, Inter Pares joined 30+ Canadian organizations and human rights activists in calling for further Canadian action on the crisis. Violence against womenPeace and DemocracyBurma
Open letter on national security Bill C-59 40 organizations and individuals from across Canadian civil society issued a joint letter to government that lays out overarching concerns with Bill C-59. Peace and DemocracyCanada
Statement on Latest Violence against the Rohingya Population in Burma Inter Pares is gravely concerned regarding the latest wave of military violence against Rohingya civilians in northwestern Burma. Violence against womenPeace and DemocracyBurma
A New Vision for Land in Burma Land is central to many social justice struggles around the world, and it’s no different in Burma. However, ethnic civil society organizations have a new vision for land use. Peace and DemocracyAsia
Countering Dehumanization and Hate Since October 2016, the Burmese army has unleashed a new wave of violence against Rohingya Muslim civilians in the northwest of the country. Violence against womenPeace and DemocracyAsia
Inter Pares concerned with Honduras report Inter Pares and 23 Canadian civil society organizations concerned with the Honduras report of the Extractive Sector CSR Counsellor. Peace and DemocracyCanada
Canadian Council of Muslim Women inaugural recipient of Peter Gillespie Social Justice Award CCMW is recognized for their courageous work in advancing women’s rights. Gender Justice & Women's RightsCanada
Canadian Council of Muslim Women to receive 2017 Peter Gillespie Social Justice Award Inter Pares is honored to give the award to the Canadian Council of Muslim Women for their courageous work in advancing women’s rights. Gender Justice & Women's RightsCanada
Inter Pares brings acclaimed documentary play to Ottawa Inter Pares presents the play "Seven," which intertwines seven true stories told by women’s rights activists worldwide. Gender Justice & Women's Rights
Taking a Feminist Approach As a feminist organization with over forty years of experience, we have seen the transformative results of a feminist approach and we are keen to see it widely used. Gender Justice & Women's RightsAsia
CAMEX: A new Latin American counterpart is born CAMEX is building on the work of its predecessor, Project Counselling Service (PCS), which closed its doors in December 2016. Gender Justice & Women's RightsLatin America
A Model for Peace: Women building peace in Mali With the support of ACORD, women and men gathered to learn and share ideas of how to transform national conflict into an authentic and sustainable peace. Gender Justice & Women's RightsAfrica
The Messy Process of Peace Peace. The word creates serene images of healthy communities. When countries Gender Justice & Women's RightsBurma
Forced Sterilizations in Peru: Never again Mamérita Mestanza hadn’t reached her 34th birthday when she died from complications resulting from tubal ligation surgery. Her story is far from unique. Human rightsIndigenous & ethnic rightsLatin America
From the Land: 140 supporters reflect with us on reconciliation On April 25th, 2016, 140 supporters and activists from Ottawa-Gatineau joined Inter Pares for the 2016 edition of its annual Speakers Series, "From the Land: Reconciliation in action in Canada and Colombia." Peace and DemocracyCanada
First-ever trial on sexual violence during armed conflict in Guatemala 14 Mayan Q'eqchí women demand justice for acts of sexual violence that they endured during the country's internal armed conflict. Gender Justice & Women's RightsLatin America
Picture a Refugee Labels of "refugee" instead of "migrant" have power worldwide, including in Burma, where displaced people have many stories but with common threads. Violence against womenPeace and DemocracyAsia
Burma: Bringing Grassroots Experience to Canadian Policy In March of 2015, Inter Pares hosted a delegation of four women from Burma to meet with people facing similar struggles, and to share camaraderie and strategies. Violence against womenWomen’s leadershipPeace and DemocracyAsia
The Future of International Solidarity Over forty years, we have witnessed incredible change in the countries where we work. While some rights have been gained, others become threatened. Women’s leadershipArmed conflictHuman rightsIndigenous & ethnic rightsEnvironmentLandNatural resourcesAgricultureInternal displacementRefugeesAfrica
We Can Do Better 2015 - campaign update CCIC is calling for greater leadership from Canada in tackling global issues in 2015, and specific action on inequality, climate change and women's rights. Gender Justice & Women's RightsCanada
RCMP is laying charges against one of the Syrian torturers of Maher Arar An arrest warrant and Interpol notice have been issued, in the hope of extraditing Col. Salloum to face justice. Peace and DemocracyCanada
In Solidarity with Temporary Migrant Workers The vulnerable situation of migrant workers in Canada. Human rightsMigrationCanada
Happy Birthday Tiniguena! Tiniguena, founded in 1991, is a courageous organization that over its history has managed to accomplish big things. Human rightsControl Over ResourcesAfrica
Promoting Canadians’ Civil Liberties Learn how ICLMG, Inter Pares counterpart, promotes and defends civil liberties and human rights here in Canada. Peace and DemocracyCanada
Guinea-Bissau: Hope is in the Air Early 2015, staff member Patricia Charest Mugwaneza visited Inter Pares’ counterpart Tiniguena. She shares her experience. Peace and DemocracyAfrica
Truth and Reconciliation Commission Inter Pares was a proud sponsor of the closing events of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission on Aboriginal residential schools. Peace and DemocracyCanada
The Future of International Solidarity: Over 100 participants! On April 30th, over 100 activists from Ottawa-Gatineau and around the world joined Inter Pares for its 40th anniversary event. FeminismWomen’s leadershipPeace and DemocracyAfrica
Burmese women's rights activists wary of Canadian mining investment By Embassy Magazine's Kristen Shane. Gender Justice & Women's RightsBurma
We were Up for Debate 30 years ago. We still are now. Caroline Andrew shares her personal memories as moderator of the 1984 women's issues debate. Gender Justice & Women's RightsCanada
Politics in Sudan need women’s voices Inter Pares counterparts act with determination and courage in Sudan to press for change, for peace, and for democracy in the face of incredible odds. Gender Justice & Women's RightsAfrica
Election year in Burma Social justice activists in Burma are about to face a major dilemma. In late 2015, Burma will hold its first national elections since the "transition to democracy.” Gender Justice & Women's RightsAsia
In Guatemala, Indigenous people seek justice after internal armed conflict Guatemalan Mayan community seeks justice around two emblematic cases that took place during the country's internal armed conflict. Peace and DemocracyLatin America
Civilian voices in Burma’s ceasefire negotiations Affected communities collaborate to pursue a peace based on civilian interests. Peace and DemocracyAsia
The politics of food production Imported Bangladesh shrimp or Canadian-grown vegetables picked by migrant labour: it matters how food is produced. Human rightsFood & Climate JusticeAsia
Crony capitalism: How ‘development’ led to armed conflict in Kachin State Uncontrolled resource development during a 17-year ceasefire impoverished Kachin State & reignited war in 2011. Armed conflictHuman rightsIndigenous & ethnic rightsControl Over ResourcesAsia
Why is Burma’s “Ethnic Issue” Important? Multi-ethnic coalitions collaborate to build a diverse and peaceful Burma. Peace and DemocracyBurma
Communities in Burma challenge destructive development of natural resources Burma Rivers Network monitors dam projects, promotes ecological sustainability and social justice in resource development. Human rightsControl Over ResourcesBurma