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Centre for Human Rights Research, University of Manitoba @chrrumanitoba.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Meet us tomorrow at 10 am outside St. John's College as we learn about Indigenous histories and significant locations along waterways on the University of Manitoba’s Fort Garry campus from Dr. Brian Rice. All are welcome to attend - no registration required. #umanitoba #umstudent

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Centre for Human Rights Research, University of Manitoba @chrrumanitoba.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

This week as we commemorate the National Day of Action for MMIWG2S+, we encourage folks to learn more and raise awareness about #MMIWG2S+. As a starting point, the CHRR created a resource guide for folks seeking to educate themselves about MMIWG2S Learn more at chrr.info/.../a-resour... #umanitoba

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Centre for Human Rights Research, University of Manitoba @chrrumanitoba.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Join us next week on Tuesday, October 7 at 1 pm as we celebrate the launch of Dr. Jeongmin Kim's book, Black Market Intimacies: The Transpacific Sexual Economy of the Korean War (Stanford University Press, 2026). Learn more about Dr. Jeongmin Kim below ⬇ #umanitoba

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Centre for Human Rights Research, University of Manitoba @chrrumanitoba.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Looking to learn more about truth and reconciliation as a settler? 🪶 CHRR Director Dr. Adele Perry recommends these books to get started on your truth and reconciliation reading list. 📚 ⬇️ #nationaldayfortruthandreconciliation #umanitoba

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Centre for Human Rights Research, University of Manitoba @chrrumanitoba.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Come take a walk with Dr. Brian Rice & learn about Indigenous histories & significant locations along waterways on UM’s Fort Garry campus. All are welcome to attend. We will meet outside of St. John’s College at 92 Dysart Road. Learn more about the walk at chrr.info/event/an-ind... #umanitoba

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Centre for Human Rights Research, University of Manitoba @chrrumanitoba.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Join us on Monday Oct. 5 as we host Dr. Brita Roy for a lecture titled “Unlocking Local Solutions: Using Participatory Systems Science to Understand and Address Societal Changes.” Learn more about Dr. Brita Roy below ⬇ #umanitoba

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Centre for Human Rights Research, University of Manitoba @chrrumanitoba.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Join us next week Friday as we hear from Adrienne and Anna Huard on MMWIG2S+ and Two-Spirit Representation in honour of the National Day of Action for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and 2SLGBTQIA+ (MMWIG2S+). Learn more about Adrienne and Anna below ⬇

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Centre for Human Rights Research, University of Manitoba @chrrumanitoba.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Join The Manitoba Teachers’ Society for a discussion on confronting residential school denialism & advancing truth, justice, & reconciliation with CHRR affiliates Niigaan Sinclair, Sean Carleton, Adele Perry, & Andrew Woolford on Wednesday, Oct. 7 @ 6:30 pm in McMaster House Auditorium. #umanitoba

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Centre for Human Rights Research, University of Manitoba @chrrumanitoba.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Join us as we host Dr. Jeongmin Kim for a book launch of “Black Market Intimacies: The Transpacific Sexual Economy of the Korean War” on Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2026 at 1 pm in the Senior Common Room, Room 239 St. John’s College. Learn more about this event at chrr.info/event/black-... #umanitoba

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Centre for Human Rights Research, University of Manitoba @chrrumanitoba.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Join us this week Wednesday for the Miskwaagamiiwi-ziibi Water Walk 👣 Grandmother Lucy Ducharme will lead our water walk based on teachings she received in the Three Fires Midewiwin by Bawdwaywidun-ibun. We will also be joined by Jason Parenteau as lead eagle staff carrier. Learn more below ⬇️

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Centre for Human Rights Research, University of Manitoba @chrrumanitoba.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Check out this new book edited by CHRR affiliates Dr. Sean Carleton and Dr. Niigaan Sinclair titled, Truth Before Reconciliation: Confronting Residential School Denialism (UManitoba Press). Learn more about the book at uofmpress.ca/books/truth-... #umanitoba #indigenousresearch

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Centre for Human Rights Research, University of Manitoba @chrrumanitoba.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

In honour of the National Day of Action for #MMWIG2S+, join us for a talk on MMWIG2S+ & Two-Spirit Representation with Adrienne & Anna Huard on Friday, October 2, 2026 at 11 am in Room 200 Education. All are welcome to attend. To learn more, visit chrr.info/.../mmiwg2s-... #umanitoba #umstudent

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Centre for Human Rights Research, University of Manitoba @chrrumanitoba.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Looking to join the Miskwaagamiiwi-ziibi Water Walk next week? 👣 Here's what to expect and key protocols to follow for the water walk on September 23. The water walk will begin at sunrise (7:15 am) with an opening ceremony at the Southwood Circle Dock and ends at the Main Street Boat Launch.

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Centre for Human Rights Research, University of Manitoba @chrrumanitoba.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

This week’s #rights researcher of the week is Dr. Christine Stewart, a professor in the Department of Women's & Gender Studies. At UM, Dr. Stewart teaches courses at the intersections of feminism, disability, literature, and writing. Learn more about Christine's work below ⬇️ (1/3) #umanitoba

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Centre for Human Rights Research, University of Manitoba @chrrumanitoba.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Join us on Friday, Sept. 25 @ 7 pm at McNally Robinson Booksellers, Grant Park for the launch of The Lost Reserve: The Taking and Remaking of the Chacachas Treaty Nation (URegina Press), co-authored by Kenton Storey and the Chacachas Treaty Nation. Read below for more information ⬇️ (1/2)

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Centre for Human Rights Research, University of Manitoba @chrrumanitoba.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Looking for period supplies on UM's campuses? 👀 Starting September 2026, Manitoba employers are now required to provide menstrual products to employees. To find period supplies across UM's campuses, access our period supply map at chrr.info/.../universi... #umanitoba #menstrualjustice

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Centre for Human Rights Research, University of Manitoba @chrrumanitoba.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Interested in knowing more about water walks? 💧 Read below to learn more ➡ or access our resource guide at chrr.info/resource/res... #umanitoba #waterwalk

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Centre for Human Rights Research, University of Manitoba @chrrumanitoba.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Congratulations to the Fighting for Sustainable Empowerment project for being featured at this year's Fighting Spirit Film Festival in London! 👏 Learn more about the project at chrr.info/current-proj... #umanitoba

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Centre for Human Rights Research, University of Manitoba @chrrumanitoba.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Check out this chapter from CHRR affiliate Dr. Lucy Delgado on the newly released book, Metis Methodologies (Fernwood Publishing), titled "Research within Métis Community Work: Methodological tensions & possibilities in a Two-Spirit Michif research ethic". #umanitoba #metisresearch (1/3)

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Centre for Human Rights Research, University of Manitoba @chrrumanitoba.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Join us on Tuesday, Sept. 15 @ 3 pm to make posters for Miskwaagamiiwi-ziibi Water Walk at 108 St. John's College. All are welcome to join. We will have stencils created by Jaimie Isaac, pastels and paper for posters. Learn more about the workshop at chrr.info/event/poster... #umanitoba #waterwalk

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Centre for Human Rights Research, University of Manitoba @chrrumanitoba.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Join us for the Miskwaagamiiwi-ziibi Water Walk on Sept. 23, 2026. The walk will begin at sunrise (7:15 am) with an opening ceremony at the Southwood Circle Dock. We will walk approximately 30 km to the Main Street Boat Launch. Learn more about water walks below ⬇️ (1/3) #umanitoba #waterjustice

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Centre for Human Rights Research, University of Manitoba @chrrumanitoba.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

This month's emerging researcher is Krista Pilz. Krista is a PhD student in Peace and Conflict Studies (PACS) at the UManitoba, with more than 15 years of experience in the non-profit sector. Learn more about Krista's work below ⬇️ or at chrr.info/current-proj... #umanitoba #humanrightsresearch

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Centre for Human Rights Research, University of Manitoba @chrrumanitoba.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

In June 2026, the CHRR hosted a webinar on oral history methodology with Dr. Janis Thiessen (UWinnipeg) which addresses crucial questions on oral history research. Watch a recording of the webinar at chrr.info/.../methods-... #umanitoba #oralhistory #humanrightsresearch

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Centre for Human Rights Research, University of Manitoba @chrrumanitoba.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

On October 2025, Just Waters, Institute for the Humanities, & Dept of History hosted Dr. Shannon Stunden Bower for a talk titled, “Refusing to Harness a River: A Study of Dryland Farmers Resisting Irrigation in mid-20th Century Saskatchewan.” Watch the lecture at chrr.info/.../refusing...

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Centre for Human Rights Research, University of Manitoba @chrrumanitoba.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

The deadline for the Just Waters fellowship for Indigenous & racialized graduate students is only 10 days away! This fellowship supports Canadian Indigenous & Racialized students pursuing graduate studies at UM, with a research component of their program focusing on issues of water & justice.

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McNally Robinson Booksellers @mcnallyrobinson.com · 20/08/2026

EVENT ANNOUNCEMENT: On Friday September 25 at 7pm, historian Kenton Storey and Chief Charlie Bear of the Chacachas Treaty Nation will discuss The Lost Reserve: The Taking and Remaking of the Chacachas Treaty Nation with host @adeleperry.bsky.social. www.mcnallyrobinson.com/event-18993/...

The cover of The Lost Reserve: The Taking and Remaking of the Chacachas Treaty Nation appears on the left. On the right is an image of the book's co-author Kenton Storey and guest Chief Charlie Bear.

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Centre for Human Rights Research, University of Manitoba @chrrumanitoba.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

This week’s #rights researcher of the week is Dr. Jeongmin Kim, an assistant professor in History. Dr. Kim is a historian of modern Korea and Asia with a focus on gendered and racialized experiences of US wars and occupations in 20th-century Asia-Pacific. Learn more about her work below ⬇️ (1/3)

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Centre for Human Rights Research, University of Manitoba @chrrumanitoba.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

The CHRR is looking to hire a Student Researcher for the 2026 Fall term. This is a temporary, part-time position from September 2026 – December 18, 2026. The position will be approximately 8 hours per week. Learn more about the position below ⬇️ (1/4) #umanitoba #umstudent

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Centre for Human Rights Research, University of Manitoba @chrrumanitoba.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

The CHRR is looking to hire a Student Research Assistant as part of the Work Study program. This is a temporary, part-time position for approx. 5 hours per week ($19-$22.00/hr). Learn more about the position below ⬇️ (1/4) #umanitoba #umstudent

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Centre for Human Rights Research, University of Manitoba @chrrumanitoba.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

This week's #rights researcher of the week is Dr. Sean Byrne, a professor in Peace and Conflict Studies at the University of Manitoba. Dr. Byrne’s work explores peacebuilding process with a particular emphasis on Northern Ireland.

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Centre for Human Rights Research, University of Manitoba @chrrumanitoba.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

Aki Mashkiki: Earth Medicine University of Manitoba students and staff learn to identify traditional medicines in Peguis First Nation, July 2026. 📖 Read the full story by Sarah Deckert on UMToday, umtoday.ca/stories/aki-... #umanitoba #healthandwellness

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Centre for Human Rights Research, University of Manitoba @chrrumanitoba.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

The Centre for Human Rights Research extends our condolences to the family, friends, colleagues, and students of Professor Karen Busby, who passed away on July 23, 2026. Karen was a fierce human rights advocate, a professor of law @umanitoba_law, and a lover of the arts.

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Centre for Human Rights Research, University of Manitoba @chrrumanitoba.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

This month's emerging researcher is Bashiru Salifu, a PhD Candidate in Peace & Conflict Studies⁠ at UManitoba, specializing in Indigenous rights, land justice, and climate resilience. Learn more about Bashiru's work below ⬇️ or at chrr.info/current-proj... #umanitoba #humanrightsresearch

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Centre for Human Rights Research, University of Manitoba @chrrumanitoba.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

On Thursday, May 7th, 2026, Giganawenimaanaanig and CHRR hosted Sandra Delaronde for an event in honour of Red Dress Day where she spoke on on “Creating Systemic Change through the Red Dress Alert”. Watch the lecture now at chrr.info/.../creating... #umanitoba #reddressalert #mmiwg2s

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Centre for Human Rights Research, University of Manitoba @chrrumanitoba.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

New fellowship opportunity 📣📣📣 This fellowship is designed to support Canadian Indigenous and Racialized Graduate Students pursuing graduate studies at UManitoba with a research focus on water justice. Learn more below or at chrr.info/just-waters/... #umanitoba #waterjustice #fellowship

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Centre for Human Rights Research, University of Manitoba @chrrumanitoba.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

Check out this new article by Emma Cowman in Sexuality, Gender & Policy (SGP) titled Interconnections of Water and Menstrual Justice: Understanding Water Justice as a Menstrual Justice Issue in Canada. Read the article now at chrr.info/resource/int... #umanitoba #waterjustice #menstrualjustice

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Centre for Human Rights Research, University of Manitoba @chrrumanitoba.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

In honour of #IWD2026, CHRR & Giganwenimaanaanig hosted a panel discussion which explored #GBV in the context of displacement, and the ways in which love — for the lands, waters, and for all our relations — can sustain us. Watch a recording of the panel at chrr.info/resource/gen... #umanitoba

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Centre for Human Rights Research, University of Manitoba @chrrumanitoba.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

In February 2026, the CHRR was honoured to host Dr. Gina Starblanket for a talk on Indigenous feminism and critical approaches to relationality. A recording of the lecture is now up on our Youtube channel. Watch the video now through chrr.info/.../indigeno... #umanitoba #indigenousfeminism

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Centre for Human Rights Research, University of Manitoba @chrrumanitoba.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

Check out this new article co-authored by CHRR affiliate Dr. Shirley Thompson titled "Planning for Home in Northern Canada: Towards a Sustainable Northern Housing Ecosystem". Access the article now through ojs.library.queensu.ca/ind.../cpp/a... #umanitoba #humanrightsresearch

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Centre for Human Rights Research, University of Manitoba @chrrumanitoba.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

This week's #rights researcher of the week is Dr. Nicole Wilson, an assistant professor in Environment & Geography. Dr. Wilson is also the Canada Research Chair in Arctic Environmental Change & Governance Learn more about Dr. Wilson's work below or by visiting chrr.info/person/peopl... #umanitoba

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Centre for Human Rights Research, University of Manitoba @chrrumanitoba.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

These coming weeks, we'll be introducing some of our wonderful students! ✨ Today, we have Majestic Moerland (she/her), a member of Peguis First Nation. She is working towards a Bachelor of Environmental Studies, & a Minor in Indigenous Studies. Learn more about Majestic below ⬇️ #umanitoba

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Centre for Human Rights Research, University of Manitoba @chrrumanitoba.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

Check out this new article from CHRR Director Dr. Adele Perry on BC Studies, "James Douglas and Histories of Blackness". The article explores Douglas’s place within histories of nineteenth-century Blackness. Access the article now through ojs.library.ubc.ca/.../bcstudie... #umanitoba #research

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Centre for Human Rights Research, University of Manitoba @chrrumanitoba.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

The CHRR is proud to support We’re Better Together - a new national campaign led by the Canadian Council for Refugees and partners to boost Canada’s support for immigrants and refugees. Learn more about the campaign below ⬇️ (1/5) #BetterTogetherCanada

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Centre for Human Rights Research, University of Manitoba @chrrumanitoba.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

We are excited to announce an urban water walk along the Red River on September 23, 2026. 💧 Stay tuned for more details! For more information, visit chrr.info/event/winnip... #umanitoba #waterjustice #waterwalk

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Centre for Human Rights Research, University of Manitoba @chrrumanitoba.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

Join us next week Thursday, June 25 at 12 pm as we host Dr. Janis Thiessen for a webinar on oral history methodology. Learn more about Dr. Thiessen below ⬇️ All are welcome to attend. To register, visit chrr.info/.../methods-... #umanitoba #oralhistory #humanrightsresearch

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Centre for Human Rights Research, University of Manitoba @chrrumanitoba.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

This month's emerging researcher is Elliot Wilson (he/him), a proud citizen of Fisher River Cree Nation & a 1st year Master’s student in the Environment & Geography at UManitoba. Learn more about Elliot below or at chrr.info/current-proj... #umanitoba #humanrightsresearch

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Centre for Human Rights Research, University of Manitoba @chrrumanitoba.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

Check out this new blog post from the Just Waters team which reflect on their experiences at the Louis Riel School Division’s 2nd annual Learning With the Land: A Gathering to Celebrate and Dream. Access the blog post now through visiting chrr.info/.../just-wat... #umanitoba #waterjustice

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Centre for Human Rights Research, University of Manitoba @chrrumanitoba.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

Congratulations to our graduating student research assistants and staff! 🎉 #umanitoba #classof2026

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Centre for Human Rights Research, University of Manitoba @chrrumanitoba.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

This week's #rights researcher of the week is Aimee Craft, a professor in the Faculty of Law at the University of Ottawa. Learn more about Aimee's work below or by visiting chrr.info/person/peopl... #umanitoba #waterjustice

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Centre for Human Rights Research, University of Manitoba @chrrumanitoba.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

The Fighting for Sustainable Empowerment (FSE) Project aimed to empower newcomer students identifying as women through a University-based feminist karate program, combining karate training & feminist theoretical classes. To learn more, watch a summary film at youtu.be/64c8ulZBcP0 #umanitoba

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