Podcasts about Human rights commission

In the last of our interviews about the recent Supreme Court ruling on the definition of a woman under the Equality Act, Nuala McGovern speaks to Baroness Kishwer Falkner, Chair of the Equality and Human Rights Commission. As the body responsible for enforcing the Act, the EHRC gave evidence in the Supreme Court case. In the first BBC interview since launching a consultation on updating their Code of Practice in light of the judgment, Baroness Falkner explains who they want to hear from and why.Five years after the murder of George Floyd, a black man, by a white police officer in Minneapolis, a new BBC documentary is reflecting on the wave of Black Lives Matter protests that followed, including in the UK. Backlash: The Murder of George Floyd tells the story through the eyes of some of those who found themselves on the frontline during the spring and summer of 2020, including Khady Gueye, who made headlines after a local protest she planned in the Forest of Dean was initially cancelled. She joins Nuala, along with author, producer and speaker Nova Reid, to reflect on the impact the events of that time have had on their lives, and what has changed since then. Nuala is also joined by Sarah Pochin, the first female MP for the Reform UK Party. The Runcorn and Helsby by-election was won by just six votes - the closest result in modern history. A former Conservative Councillor and mayor for Cheshire East, Sarah was a magistrate for 20 years. During her maiden speech she focussed on immigration, the cost of living and sexual violence against women.Presenter: Nuala McGovern Producer: Andrea Kidd

The Human Rights Commission says it'll be watching to see if Budget 2025 improves the lives of disabled people or makes them harder. Disability Rights Commissioner Prudence Walker spoke to Corin Dann.

Disabled customers need reasonable adjustments – but just what is reasonable (and unreasonable)? Dr Maria Orchard (University of Leeds) and Naomi Aziz (Scope) unpack what the Equality Act 2010, and the Equality and Human Rights Commission's Code of Practice, suggest that every firm could usefully consider. https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariaorchard https://www.linkedin.com/in/naomipeel/ https://www.equalityhumanrights.com/equality/equality-act-2010/codes-practice/services-public-functions-and-associations-code-0

Mike de la Rocha is a strategist, musician, author, and one of the most effective change makers of our generation.  As co-founder of Revolve Impact (an award-winning social action and creative agency), he participated founding Artists for 47, a coalition assembled to pass California's historic proposition 47 that has impacted more than 1 million people and led to the largest record change effort in U.S. history, launching the Justice Policy Network, the country's first bi-coastal fellowship focused on increasing the number of leaders in government advancing a new safety agenda, and producing #SchoolsNotPrisons.  Mike's impact portfolio includes serving as Director of Strategic Partnerships for Californians for Safety and Justice, Legislative Deputy for (future Congressman) Tony Cardenas, and Policy Advisor for the L.A. Human Rights Commission.  His work in utilizing music for social change spans four continents where he has worked alongside notable cultural icons such as Harry Belafonte, Dolores Huerta, and John Legend.  He is one of Good Magazine's top 100 people changing the world, a 2017 recipient of the AFL-CIO's Justice, Peace and Freedom Award, and a top innovator in America as listed by Stanford Social Innovation Review. This podcast will focus on his new book:  Sacred Lessons, which comes out next month and is available for preorder from Simon and Schuster.  Check more of Mike's work out at:  https://linktr.ee/mrmikedelarocha Have a Blessed Week!  Link to the show:  https://endoftheroad.libsyn.com/episode-315-michael-de-la-rocha-sacred-lessonsrevolve-impact-onnotice

Sister Rosetta Tharpe was known as the ‘godmother of rock and roll' and influenced countless musicians from Elvis to Johnny Cash. Now Olivier Award-winning performer Beverley Knight is playing Sister Rosetta in a new production, Marie and Rosetta, which has just opened at the Rose Theatre in London. It tells the story of Rosetta and her singing partner, Marie Knight, described as one of the most remarkable and revolutionary duos in music history. Beverley joins Nuala McGovern in the Woman's Hour studio to discuss how the show hopes to restore these forgotten musical heroines to the spotlight. The Government has announced that care workers will no longer be recruited from overseas as part of a crackdown on visas for lower-skilled workers. The care sector has criticised the plans as "cruel" and "short-sighted". To discuss this and what good care looks like, Nuala is joined by Gavin Edwards, Head of Social Care at Unison, and care worker Kathryn Faulke, author of the memoir Every Kind of People: A Journey into the Heart of Care Work.It's thought that around 3 to 4% of people in the UK, that's one in 20, have ADHD - Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. However many women still remain undiagnosed for decades of their lives, with those in their 40s, 50s and 60s only now discovering they have it for the first time. Jo Beazley was diagnosed with ADHD just two years ago at the age of 49, after her symptoms worsened during the menopause. She joins Nuala along with Amanda Kirby, the former chair of the ADHD Foundation and a professor in the field of neurodiversity. This week we'll be hearing different perspectives on the recent Supreme Court ruling on the definition of a woman under the Equality Act, and how it could and should be interpreted on the ground. The Equality and Human Rights Commission has issued interim guidance that, in places open to the public, trans women shouldn't use women's facilities such as toilets. Today Nuala speaks to Robin Moira White, a barrister who specialises in taking discrimination cases, and who is also a trans woman. Robin transitioned in 2011 and is co-author of A Practical Guide to Transgender Law. Presenter: Nuala McGovern Producer: Sarah Jane Griffiths

US envoy Steve Witkoff and Russian President Vladimir Putin had "constructive" talks in Moscow on Friday lasting three hours, according to an aide of Putin's. Ukraine and the US disagree over whether peace talks should encompass formally recognising Russian sovereignty over occupied Ukrainian territory, we explore the appetite of Ukrainians for conceding land to Russia.As we came on air the UK's Equality and Human Rights Commission released interim guidance to highlight what it says are "the main consequences" of the recent Supreme Court judgement that in the 2010 Equality Act references to a person's sex must be taken to mean their biological sex. The guidance says workplaces and services open to the public should only permit people to use toilet facilities according to their biological sex.And what's behind the unlikely controversy surrounding the Bayeux Tapestry?

Today, we look at what yesterday's Supreme Court ruling means for the NHS.The NHS will be pursued if it doesn't follow new guidance on single-sex spaces the chairwoman of the Equality and Human Rights Commission has said. Currently the NHS guidance says trans people should be accommodated according to the way they dress, their names and their pronouns. Under the ruling this would be scrapped. Adam is joined by BBC's social affairs editor Alison Holt and BBC's health editor Hugh Pym.Also, officials from Ukraine, the US and Europe have been meeting today in Paris to discuss a peace deal. These are the highest level talks, with the US and Europe, about the war since February. Adam is joined by BBC's Diplomatic Correspondent James Landale.You can now listen to Newscast on a smart speaker. If you want to listen, just say "Ask BBC Sounds to play Newscast”. It works on most smart speakers. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://discord.gg/m3YPUGv9New episodes released every day. If you're in the UK, for more News and Current Affairs podcasts from the BBC, listen on BBC Sounds: https://bit.ly/3ENLcS1 Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by It was made by Jack Maclaren and Julia Webster. The technical producer was Ben Andrews. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The editor is Sam Bonham.

It's well over 24 hours since the UK Supreme Court determined that transgender women are not legally women.Since then the Prime Minister has posted about Easter traffic and GP waiting times – but nothing on that landmark ruling. There hasn't even been a formal Government statement or a Cabinet minister on the airwaves.Kamal and Camilla ask why Keir Starmer and his Labour colleagues are so quiet and call for clarity on how the Government will ensure rights based on biological sex are protected.Plus, they speak to Sir Trevor Phillips, former chair of the Equality and Human Rights Commission, who helped draft the Equality Act. He calls on the NHS to “stop whining about how difficult it is” and get on with correctly interpreting the law.Producer: Lilian FawcettSenior Producer: John CadiganExecutive Producer: Louisa WellsPlanning Editor: Venetia RaineySocial Media Producer: Ji-Min LeeVideo Editor/Studio Director: James EnglandProduction assistance from Anna JohnsonOriginal music by Goss Studio Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joanna Maxwell has been the director of the age discrimination team at the Human Rights Commission and is the author of many books including The New Retirement. A passionate advocate for embracing old age she tells us that happiness peaks at the age of 80.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Three of South Africa's Chapter Nine Institutions, the CRL Rights Commission, the Commission for Gender Equality, and the Human Rights Commission have announced a joint Commission of Inquiry into the recent acquittal of Nigerian televangelist Pastor Timothy Omotoso and his two co-accused. Last week, the Gqeberha High Court cleared them of all 32 charges, including rape, sexual assault, human trafficking, and racketeering. Following the ruling, the three institutions held a media briefing in Johannesburg to address systemic failures in the justice system. Elvis Presslin spoke to George Mahlangu, Deputy Chairperson of the CRL Rights Commission, to shed light on this development

A Black South African music executive is being investigated by the Human Rights Commission for claiming that Whites are inferior.Nhlamulo ‘Nota' Baloyi is a South African hip hop exec who says wild things on a podcast called The Hustler's Corner.I invited him onto my podcast because of his claim that Whites are inferior to Blacks, which has upset many and landed him before the South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) for Hate Speech.To be clear, I don't think expressing an opinion should be penalised by the state. After all, how is saying that Whites are inferior to Blacks a violation of anybody's human rights?

In this episode of the General Knowledge Podcast, hosts General Maddox and Ethan Nash delve into recent political and media events in Australia, highlighting concerns about free speech, human rights, and government overreach. They discuss the shift to using the Brave browser for better communication and privacy, emphasizing the importance of independent platforms in an era of increasing digital surveillance. The conversation also touches on developments at TOTT News, where Ethan has been actively covering issues that mainstream outlets avoid. A portion of the episode is dedicated to Ethan's recent interview with Pete Evans, a controversial figure who has re-emerged in the public eye. They reflect on how their past discussions were dominated by COVID-related uncertainties, whereas now, Evans shares insights on broader topics such as personal sovereignty, skepticism of political figures like Trump and Musk, and his new book with RFK Jr.'s Children's Health Defense. The hosts note how mainstream media often distorts figures like Evans, portraying them in extreme ways while ignoring their nuanced viewpoints. The episode also critiques media manipulation and orchestrated narratives, particularly surrounding new hate speech laws. The hosts argue that many of these policies aim to preemptively criminalize dissent rather than genuinely protect marginalized groups. They reference staged media events and shifts in political allegiances, observing how public perception is often shaped by carefully controlled messaging. The rise of surveillance and “pre-crime” tactics, where individuals can be flagged for opinions rather than actions, is identified as a worrying trend in modern governance. The discussion then pivots to the Australian Human Rights Commission's recent report, which criticizes the government's handling of COVID-19. Ethan and General Maddox highlight how draconian restrictions violated fundamental rights, with citizens unable to visit loved ones or move freely. They question why institutions like the Human Rights Commission remained silent during the crisis but are now releasing reports acknowledging past mistakes. This leads to broader concerns about whether such reports will result in meaningful policy changes or simply serve as retrospective damage control. Closing out the episode, the hosts encourage listeners to stay informed, challenge mainstream narratives, and support independent media. They express concern about the road to 2030, noting increasing government control over digital spaces, financial systems, and personal freedoms. Despite the challenges, they remain committed to providing alternative perspectives and exposing agendas that often go unnoticed by the general public. Sources: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-01-30/nsw-sydney-antisemitism-school-caravan-dural-live-blog-updates/104874684 https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-01-30/nsw-pm-response-sydney-dural-explosives-antisemitic-incident/104874528 https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-03-10/nsw-police-strike-force-pearl-caravan-dural-arrests/105032876 https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-03-12/nsw-dural-caravan-hoax-hate-speech-laws-antisemitism/105042380 https://tottnews.com/2025/01/13/national-hate-crimes-database/ https://tottnews.com/2025/03/11/human-rights-covid-response/ Remember the Bonus Content shows are available now to all Patreon supporters for just AU$8 a month! Now 44 Bonus shows are available just for those who see value in what we do. Including a 5 part series on the Port Arthur Massacre, The Electric Universe with Physicist Wal Thornhill, The Moon Landing Hoax & The Titanic Conspiracy! PLUS!!!... every Patreon member gets a video version of every episode of the regular show too! Instead of donating money to a charity that most likely won't pass on your full donation to whomever needs it, why not sign up as a patron over at our Patreon account for all the bonus content and extra podcasts! https://www.patreon.com/RealNewsAustralia   PayPal donations can be made me here at RealNewsAustralia.com to help pay for costs associated with bringing you this show if you don't want any extra bonus content for your support.   As always make sure you subscribe and give us a 5 star rating on iTunes with a nice little review to help us out! Please consider sharing on social media to ensure we reach a bigger audience!    We're relying on YOU!   Links:  https://www.patreon.com/RealNewsAustralia - Join Today! BUY ME A COFFEE! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/GeneralMaddox/membership http://paypal.me/LeeMaddox79- Support today!  

Kim Beazley urges the Albanese government to lift defence spending, Donald Trump rules out tariff exemptions for Australian steel and aluminium. Plus, Victoria's Covid response is slammed by the Human Rights Commission.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia gets no special treatment from Donald Trump over tariffs as Anthony Albanese fails to even get a call with the US President. Plus, the Human Rights Commission publishes a report into how the COVID response dealt with our rights.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sall Grover & lawyer Katherine Deves discuss the most insane case of the century, as 'Roxy' Tickle - who outrageously won his case against the Sall's Giggle app for women only for not allowing him to use it - is doubling down and suing again for even more damages. Sall believes it is getting personal. #ticklevsgiggle #gendermadness #antiwoke  Help defend Sall: https://gigglecrowdfund.com/  Follow Sall Grover: https://x.com/salltweets  Follow Katherine Deves: https://x.com/deves_katherine  Join my mailing list: https://andrewgoldheretics.com  Check out my new documentary channel: https://youtube.com/@andrewgoldinvestigates  Andrew on X: https://twitter.com/andrewgold_ok   Insta: https://www.instagram.com/andrewgold_ok Heretics YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@andrewgoldheretics Chapters: 0:00 Tickle vs Giggle Highlights 1:30 The first time Sall heard ‘terf' 3:30 Meghan Murphy & the perfect case 6:30 The Judge Gave This Mad Decision 9:00 Bill Maher - Was He Joking? 11:30 This Feels Personal 14:30 Human Rights Commission is Completely Captured 19:00 Roxy Tickle is MOCKING Sall 21:20 The Latest on the Case 23:00 They're Doubling Down on Self-ID 25:00 The Image of Traditional Australians 26:30 ABC Queer Channel 28:20 They Think Sall is Hateful 30:30 What They Have to Do to Win This 34:30 Reason for Optimism 36:30 Don't Care About the Guardian 40:00 No Such Thing as Transphobia 43:00 Women Don't Understand This About Men 45:30 What Happens Next 50:15 A Heretic Sall & Katherine Admire Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The National Department of Health has told the South African Human Rights Commission's Inquiry into the Impact of Load Reduction on Human Rights, that interventions have been implemented to address the short, medium and long-term effects of power cuts. Speaking at the inquiry, the Department's, Christoffel Engelbrecht highlighted efforts to exempt key hospitals from load shedding and load reduction. Engelbrecht says a total of 76 hospitals have so far benefited. The inquiry was set up following growing concerns and complaints received from some quarters of society that while South Africa is experiencing a reprieve from Load Shedding, Load Reduction is seemingly on the rise. Jon Gericke spoke to SABC News reporter, Sashin Naidoo...

New Zealand's internet safety agencies took aggressive legal action against the Human Rights Commission, after it called out social media giants for failing to protect Jacinda Ardern from vicious online abuse. Guyon Espiner has the story.

A new survey by The Human Rights Commission shows the majority of New Zealanders agree that harmonious race relations through honouring Te Tiriti is important. 

A mate was telling me last night how surprised he was that he was breath-tested by the police yesterday afternoon. If he'd been riding an e-scooter, though, he would have been waived straight through. If he'd been riding an e-scooter he also wouldn't have been drug-tested. He also wouldn't have had to have the thing registered like any other vehicle. Which the AA is saying today is nuts and needs to change. Because even though the number of e-scooter injuries is going through the roof, e-scooter riders and e-scooter companies don't pay any ACC levies. And I agree with the AA. Because when a vehicle is registered, it enables all sorts of things. One of which, is to charge ACC levies. Which is way overdue for e-scooters, especially when you consider these new stats which show that ACC paid-out nearly $15 million for e-scooter injuries last year. Which was a 50% increase on the year before. The number of injuries were up across all age groups. Although, one-in-four people injured were in their 20s. About half of the claims were for soft-tissue injuries. More than 1-in-20 were for fractures and dislocations. People bang on all the time, don't they, about people coming here from overseas and getting free ACC cover. The reason for that being that you can't sue in this country and so we have to provide cover for people from overseas. But the exact same thing is happening with e-scooter riders. Because they don't have to pay ACC levies, they're getting free ACC cover. And if you don't like the fact that tourists get ACC for free, then you should be just as brassed-off about e-scooter companies and e-scooter riders getting the same. There have been numerous efforts over the years to have e-scooters recognised as vehicles. None have been successful. So the Automobile Association is trying again. Writing to the outgoing Transport Minister and the incoming Transport Minister, as well as the minister for ACC, telling them that the time has come for e-scooters to be registered. The particular point that the AA is making is that the number of privately-owned e-scooters has reached the point where these things are not novelties anymore. It's not unusual for someone to own their own e-scooter and the laws need to catch up with that. They need to reflect that. And it's not as if the people who do own their own e-scooters don't recognise the dangers. Most of the time they're dressed up like Darth Vadar, aren't they? Full-face helmets and all of that. Plus, the protective clothing. And the speeds these things can get up to still blows me away. Then you get the muppets on the Lime scooters and all those other rental scooters, riding as if there's no tomorrow. The one thing I'll say about the people who own their own e-scooters is at least they put some effort into keeping themselves safe with the helmets and all that. Another thing the AA wants to see is e-scooters being allowed in cycleways. It also wants e-scooter riders to be tested for alcohol and drugs. It wants them banned from using mobile phones, as well. The Government has said it's “open to changes”. As it should be. In fact, it should more than open to them, it should be getting on with it. You'll remember how, at the end of last year, motorcyclists were fired up about their ACC levies going up. Motorcycle Advocacy Group New Zealand was even going to the Human Rights Commission about it, because motorcyclists are facing an 80% in ACC levies over three years. And, at the time, I said if that's what needs to happen —given that motorcyclists are at much greater risk and potentially more likely to need ACC cover— then why shouldn't they pay more cover? As far as I'm concerned, the same goes for e-scooter riders. And the e-scooter rental companies too. Because, like motorbikes and anything else on two wheels, they are inherently more dangerous than something on four wheels, and our transport laws need to recognise this. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Human Rights Commission has received at least 100 complaints about the digital flyer, that asks the public to help "track" soldiers down and "let them know they're not welcome here". Foreign Minister Winston Peters spoke to Corin Dann.

The Palestinian Solidarity Network Aotearoa's launched what it calls a 'genocide hotline' - asking people to report sightings of Israeli Defence Force soldiers holidaying in New Zealand. It's part of their campaign against the war on Gaza, and it says the focus is not Israeli or Jewish people - but IDF soldiers. National chair, John Minto, says now is a window of opportunity to pressure Israel more to continue with the ceasefire. "There's been industrial-scale killing of Palestinians in Gaza - no one involved in that army should be allowed into New Zealand." The post has prompted more than 100 complaints to the Human Rights Commission. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Northfield, MN area for Monday, January 20th, 2025: Human Rights Commission Hosts MLK Celebration TonightIt's MLK Day. Here's What's Closed TodayFree Park Day at Minnesota State Parks

ஆஸ்திரேலியாவின் பல்கலைக்கழக வளாகங்களில் பரவலாக இனவெறி காணப்படுவதாக ஆஸ்திரேலிய Human Rights Commission - மனித உரிமைகள் கண்காணிப்பு அமைப்பு எச்சரித்துள்ளது. இது குறித்த விவரணம். ஆங்கில மூலம் SBS-Newsக்காக Tom Stayner. SBS – தமிழுக்காக தயாரித்தவர்: றைசெல்.

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How one Vermont museum is keeping the memory of former independent ski hills alive. Plus, a flood watch is on for most of the state today, the Scott administration calls on Congress to immediately pass disaster relief for Vermont farmers, why Vermont's largest substance use disorder treatment facility will no longer accept new patients using methadone, the state's Human Rights Commission asks for a near doubling of its annual budget, and Burlington's Fletcher Free Library tracks the year's most checked-out books.

On International Human Rights Day, a look at the Tennesseans being honored this year by the state's Human Rights Commission. Plus, the local news for December 10, 2024 and the latest release from Gillian Welch and David Rawlings. Credits: This is a production of Nashville Public RadioHost/producer: Nina CardonaEditor: Miriam KramerAdditional support: Mack Linebaugh, Tony Gonzalez, Rachel Iacovone, LaTonya Turner and the staff of WPLN and WNXP

Pavita works closely with Boards and Executive teams to foster inclusive cultures and drive systemic change within organizations. Recognized as a leading authority on culture and diversity, Pavita brings over 30 years of experience as an executive culture leader in global blue-chip companies, including Shell, Barclays, and Lloyds Banking Group. She has served as a trusted advisor to Boards, CEOs, and executive teams across sectors such as financial services, energy, consumer goods, and luxury brands.A passionate advocate and tireless campaigner for equity in business and society, Pavita is committed to shaping more inclusive and equitable workplaces.Pavita currently serves as Chair of the 30 Percent Club UK, a trustee of The King's Trust, the lead Non-Executive Director for an agency of the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO), and a trustee of the iconic Old Vic Theatre. She recently concluded a five-year term as a Commissioner for the Equality and Human Rights Commission, where she championed initiatives to address systemic inequities.Believing strongly in the power of giving back, Pavita mentors young people from ethnically diverse and socially disadvantaged backgrounds and actively engages with inner-city schools across the country through Speakers for Schools. Her commitment to empowering the next generation reflects her deep-rooted belief in creating opportunities for all.Pavita's contributions have been widely recognized. She was named Woman of the Year at the Asian Business Awards, honored with the President's Medal by the British Academy of Management, and celebrated by Women in the City as a Top 50 Trailblazer for Gender Equality. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Questions to Ministers Rt Hon CHRIS HIPKINS to the Prime Minister: Does he stand by all his Government's statements and actions? KAHURANGI CARTER to the Minister for Children: Will she commit to retaining strategic partnerships with iwi and Maori organisations, as recommended in the select committee report on the repeal of section 7AA; if not, why not? Hon BARBARA EDMONDS to the Minister of Finance: Does she stand by her statement, "we had set a very clear plan that it will allow the books to return to an OBEGAL surplus in 2027/28"; if so, is she committed to reaching an OBEGAL surplus no matter the cost? STUART SMITH to the Minister of Finance: What information has she recently released to improve agencies' accountability for Government investments? Hon JAN TINETTI to the Minister of Education: Does she agree with National MP Erica Stanford, who, in May 2023, said, "The public and school bus systems are failing us. Every day buses are canceled leaving people stranded. Kids are being left behind when trying to get to school"; if so, why are school bus routes to close up and down the country? TODD STEPHENSON to the Minister for Regulation: What recent announcements has he made? DANA KIRKPATRICK to the Minister of Justice: What actions is the Government taking to reduce harm caused by gangs and to make communities safer? Hon WILLOW-JEAN PRIME to the Lead Coordination Minister for the Government's Response to the Royal Commission's Report into Historical Abuse in State Care and in the Care of Faith-based Institutions: Does she accept the Royal Commission of Inquiry into Abuse in Care's findings, including that one of the contributing factors to neglect and abuse in care was the lack of legislation specific to care settings that gave effect to Te Tiriti o Waitangi; if not, why not? Dr CARLOS CHEUNG to the Minister of Police: What new tools will Police have from tomorrow to crack down on gangs? Hon Dr DUNCAN WEBB to the Minister of Justice: Is he confident that the Human Rights Commission is politically independent; if so, why? MIKE BUTTERICK to the Minister for Trade: What actions has the Government taken to grow New Zealand's economy and increase farm-gate returns for farmers and growers? DEBBIE NGAREWA-PACKER to the Prime Minister: Does he stand by all his Government's statements and actions?

  Clement Manyathela speaks to the Human Rights Commission as well as the police to discuss the impasse with miners who remain in the Stilfontein mine.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus episode, I interview Claire Armstrong from the Equality and Human Rights Commission (https://www.equalityhumanrights.com/) about the ECHR's updated technical guidance on sexual harassment at work.Clare is a solicitor in the Equality and Human Rights Commission's Litigation and Advisory team. She was the lead drafter for the Commission's updated technical guidance on harassment at work and was involved in the Commission's work related to the Worker Protection Act 2023 during the parliamentary processThis podcast is supported by Occupational Health Assessment Ltd and didlaw Employment Lawyers.

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SummaryThe ACLU and Human Rights Commission are reporting a record number of anti-trans billsproposed in the United States for the fourth consecutive year, with almost 600 in 2024 alone.Combined with an increase in reported hate crimes and discrimination targeting the transcommunity, there has never been a more critical time to educate the public and encourageallyship.In this conversation, Heather welcomes three extraordinary guests: Jeannie Gainsburg, Jayna Sheats, and Kate Brooks to discuss their motivations for writing their books and the importance of allyship and pronouns. Kate wrote her book to provide support and affirmation for parents of transgender children, Jeannie wrote her book to guide allies in supporting the LGBTQ+ community, and Jayna wrote her novel to humanize the transgender experience. They emphasize the need for allies to create safe spaces and educate themselves about gender identity. They also discuss the importance of using correct pronouns and normalizing the practice of sharing pronouns. The conversation covers various topics related to allyship, the upcoming election, and parenting LGBTQ+ teens. They all share personal stories and provide practical tips for taking action and supporting transgender individuals.TakeawaysWriting books that provide support and affirmation for transgender individuals and their families is important in creating a more inclusive society.Allyship is crucial in supporting the LGBTQ+ community, and allies can create safe spaces and educate themselves about gender identity.Using correct pronouns and normalizing the practice of sharing pronouns is a respectful and inclusive action.Transgender youth face unique challenges, and allyship and affirmation from parents and society can greatly impact their well-being.Humanizing the transgender experience through storytelling can help mitigate fear and hate towards the community. Showing allyship can be done in various ways, such as using correct pronouns and providing support and advice to others.Practical actions for the upcoming election include participating in postcard campaigns and sharing information through writing and speaking.Acceptance and affirmation are crucial for transgender children, and parents should believe and support their child's gender identity.Practicing pronouns and using the 'switch it' technique can help improve gender inclusivity in language.The conversation highlights the importance of understanding the stakes of the election and the potential impact on the LGBTQ+ community.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Motivations for Writing Books07:51 The Importance of Allyship and Safe Spaces21:31 Respecting Pronouns and Normalizing Pronoun Sharing28:19 The Power of Pronouns and Allyship30:41 Taking Action in the Upcoming Election41:47 Supporting Transgender Children: Acceptance and Affirmation47:58 Practical Tips for Gender Inclusive Language50:35 Understanding the Stakes: The Impact of the Election on the LGBTQ+ CommunityBiosAuthors/Activists/Mothers Jayna Sheats, a trans woman, Jeannie Gainsburg, an LGBTQ+ ally,and Kate Brookes, parent of a trans teenager, are teaming up to share their message ofacceptance and increase understanding of the issues facing the trans community. Sheats,Gainsburg, and Brookes say anger and hate often disguise fear of the trans community. Bysharing their stories and offering best-practice tips for support, they hope to counter thediscrimination, help humanize the trans experience, and encourage all people to become allies.Jayna Sheats (she/her) is the author of Hanna's Ascent. She is also a noted chemist andentrepreneur, who...

Sir Trevor Phillips presents Sky TV's Sunday Morning programme and is a columnist for The Times newspaper. He was previously a reporter on the Thames TV This Week, head of current affairs for London Weekend Television, Chair of the London Assembly, Chair of the Commission for Racial Equality, and Chair of the Equality and Human Rights Commission, as well as having run several businesses. In the first episode of our seventh series we discuss why Trevor never became a BBC staffer, what the events over the summer revealed about the culture of the BBC, the BBC's approach to ethnic minorities, multiculturalism, his career, his friendship with the Chair of the BBC, Samir Shah, and the importance of public service media and local coverage."We're talking on the day that the Grenfell Inquiry Report is going to be published. There is no way in a million years that Grenfell, 30 years ago, would not have been a story before the fire, because, certainly, the programme that I presented, the ITV London programme, would have been all over it, year after year." To support our journalism and receive a weekly blog sign up now for £1.99 per month: www.patreon.com/BeebWatch/membership Or if you'd rather make a one-off payment (which doesn't entitle you to the blog) please use our crowdfunding page:https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/roger-boltons-beeb-watch-podcast @BeebRogerInstagram: rogerboltonsbeebwatchLinkedIn: Roger Bolton's Beeb Watch email: roger@rogerboltonsbeebwatch.com www.goodeggproductions.uk Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Last Friday Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith announced the new Chief of the Human Rights Commission. As always, there will be disagreement over the appointment. Dr Stephen Rainbow brings broad experience to the task before him. Controversy is no stranger. After an hour of discussion, you'll have a good idea of Rainbow's stance on some critical issues that, like it or not, influence the society in which we live. We make comment on corporate involvement in social activism; for example, "diversity, equity and inclusion”, which has become a minefield for companies. And we visit The Mailroom with Mrs Producer. File your comments and complaints at Leighton@newstalkzb.co.nz Haven't listened to a podcast before? Check out our simple how-to guide. Listen here on iHeartRadio Leighton Smith's podcast also available on iTunes:To subscribe via iTunes click here See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A former lawyer is not surprised Māori are 11 percent more likely to be prosecuted than Pākehā. Te Kāhui Tika Tangata, the Human Rights Commission leader Julia Whaipooti spoke to Corin Dann.

Nangamso Sosibo Candidate legal practitioner Centre for applied legal studies (CALS) at WITS University explains the judgement handed down by the SCA in respect of the mandate of the HRCSA, which has found that HRCSA directives are not binding. CALS acted as a friend of the court in the matter. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Canada is once again on the hunt for a new candidate to head Human Rights Commission after the feds' pick agreed to resign this week. National Post politics reporter Stephanie Taylor joins the show to walk us through the controversy around the hiring. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Emancipation Day events took place around the province yesterday. Late in the afternoon community members met at the Black Cultural Centre to hear a round table discussion. It was organized by Senator Wanda Thomas Bernard and she brought senators Amina Gerba, Bernadette Clement, and Rosemary Moodie together to discuss recommendations of a recent senate standing committee report.

Eye on the goal! Canada's men's national team is reaching new heights in the Copa America soccer tournament. The team's surprising run has already made a statement. And the success of Team Canada is bringing Canadians together.. And: Questions about the federal government's vetting process after controversy erupts over the appointment of the new head of the Canadian Human Rights Commission. Past social media posts, under an alias are prompting calls for his removal. Plus: Ticketmaster now says a security breach in April and May has put millions of customers' names, addresses and credit card information at risk. Emails have been sent to customers warning them of the breach.

On this episode of The Alex Pierson Podcast, our host first speaks with the Deputy Leader of the Federal Conservative Party, Melissa Lantsman. Melissa and Alex talk about the disturbing rise in holocaust deniers in younger generations, and why the Liberal party is defending the decision to appoint Birju Dattani as the new commissioner of the Human Rights Commission...even though he has a known history of public anti-semitism. Next, a B.C. woman who previously moved to Syria and was involved with ISIS has returned to Canada...and charged with acts of terrorism by the RCMP. But what took so long, and what exactly could this woman have done? Phil Gurski is a former CSIS St. Strategic analyst on terrorism and joined Alex to help explain why the RCMP took over 2 years to lay these charges, and if this is serious problem within our borders. And finally, Alex speaks with the Opinions Editor of The Toronto Star Deborah Dundas on an extremely sensitive and important investigative piece. The legacy of one of Canada's more respected authors, Alice Munro, is being questioned after her youngest daughter broke years of silence and told the world she was molested multiple times by her step-father...and her mother, Alice Munro, not only knew...but remained with her husband! GUEST: Melissa Lantsman - Deputy Leader of the Federal Conservative Party GUEST: Phil Gurski - CEO of Borealis Threat & Risk & Former CSIS Sr. Strategic Analyst on Terrorism GUEST: Deborah Dundas - Opinions Editor of The Toronto Star Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Northfield Public Library is in the early stages of putting together a vision plan for the library grounds, and the staff is asking for public ideas and input as they begin the process.   Northfield Director of Library Services Natalie Draper said the library sits on a unique site, built, essentially, into the side of […]

The United Nations hosted Expert Mechanism on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (EMRIP) 2024 is taking place in Geneva this week, with Aotearoa's Te Kāhui Tika Tangata Human Rights Commission in attendance.  Particularly, the commission will be commenting on Aotearoa's historical approach to indigenous rights in Aotearoa as well as the approach of the current government.  Wire host Castor spoke to Te Kāhui Tika Tangata's indigenous rights governance partner, Dayle Takitimu, about the EMRIP assessment and what it could mean for our current and future governments.

Thousands of people rallied across the country on Thursday to protest the coalition government's policies - including axing the Maori Health Authority, removing local councils' right to set up Maori wards, removing reference to Te Tiriti o Waitangi in legislation, and the Act Party's bid to redefine the Treaty principles. Julia Whaipooti is a leader at Te Kahui Tika Tangata, the Human Rights Commission. Her opinion piece argues Budget 24 disadvantages Maori financially and falls short of the Crown's te Tiriti obligations.

OUT: Billy and Rabs (Gallivanting)IN: Lehmo and Rosie Lehmo has a massive All Sports Report to get us started, and Damian Barrett comes in to talk through his positives and negatives of Round 11 - plus update us on the Human Rights Commission ending its involvement in the Hawthorn Racism case. Lehmo was shocked by something he heard on the Saturday Rub, and Ben from Carrum Downs has a crack at $10k with Guernsey Cash. JB details a bizarre interaction in the lifts at a casino, and Essendon's Ben McKay is in studio. Will this finally be the year he plays against brother Harry? We go back to 2018 for a Todd from Barwon Heads flashback, and Lehmo finishes us off with a CPR joke.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the podcast, Esther and Cate discuss new rules proposed for the implementation of the paid family and medical leave program passed by the legislature last year as well as the fight over funding for South Portland’s Human Rights Commission. They also talk about a sad book and a happier TV show. Ask… The post Podcast: Maine's paid family leave program takes a big step forward first appeared on Maine Beacon.

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Shawn Newell about how to develop a greater understanding of one another. Shawn is the retired Vice President of Business Development at Industrial Supply Company where he worked for 37 years. He serves as a community integrator working as the vice president of the Salt Lake Branch of the NAACP, a former Commissioner on the Governor's Martin Luther King, Jr. Human Rights Commission and co-chair of the Utah Black Round Table, the former co-chair of the Diversity and Inclusion Committee for the Salt Lake Chamber of Commerce. Mr. Newell formerly served on the Boards of the Utah Non-Profit Association, the Utah Manufacturer's Association Board, as Chair of the Workforce and Economic Development Advisory Board at Salt Lake Community College where he served as the Alumni Council President and currently a Trustee Emeritus for the College. He is a former member of the Utah State Board of Education. He formerly served on the Board of Utah System of Higher Education. He now serves as a champion for the United Way promise Program network and Promise Partnership Board. Shawn serves on the Utah 3rd district Court Committee for Self-Represented Parties, as a President's Ambassador for the Salt Lake Chamber of Commerce, Utah State Department of Workforce Services Board, Utah State Bar Commission Board, South Valley Chamber Board, Trustee at Westminster University, a member of the Third District court Office of accountability committee, the advisory committee for Unite, The University of Utah Hospital and Clinics Board, as co-chair of the Utah Multicultural Commission. Mr. Newell is currently a councilman for the city of Cottonwood Heights. Shawn is a graduate of the University of Utah, Salt Lake Community College and has a Masters of Management degree from the University of Phoenix. He holds an Executive leadership certification from the University Of Utah School Of Business and a Diversity and Inclusion certificate from Cornell University and a Leading with Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Certificate from the University of Utah. He has two certificates from the University of South Florida in Inclusion, Workforce and Personal Wellness Foundations and Ethical Leadership and Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace. He is the recipient of a Honorary Doctorate. In Shawn's spare time he officiates youth sports and BBQs great grub. Mr. Newell is married, the father of three and has seven grandchildren. Check out all of the podcasts in the HCI Podcast Network! Check out the ⁠HCI Academy⁠: Courses, Micro-Credentials, and Certificates to Upskill and Reskill for the Future of Work! Check out the LinkedIn ⁠Alchemizing Human Capital⁠ Newsletter. Check out Dr. Westover's book, ⁠The Future Leader⁠. Check out Dr. Westover's book, ⁠'Bluer than Indigo' Leadership⁠. Check out Dr. Westover's book, ⁠The Alchemy of Truly Remarkable Leadership⁠. Check out the latest issue of the ⁠Human Capital Leadership magazine⁠. Each HCI Podcast episode (Program, ID No. 655967) has been approved for 0.50 HR (General) recertification credit hours toward aPHR™, aPHRi™, PHR®, PHRca®, SPHR®, GPHR®, PHRi™ and SPHRi™ recertification through HR Certification Institute® (HRCI®). Each HCI Podcast episode (Program ID: 24-DP529) has been approved for 0.50 HR (General) SHRM Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCPHR recertification through SHRM, as part of the knowledge and competency programs related to the SHRM Body of Applied Skills and Knowledge™ (the SHRM BASK™). Human Capital Innovations has been pre-approved by the ATD Certification Institute to offer educational programs that can be used towards initial eligibility and recertification of the Certified Professional in Talent Development (CPTD) and Associate Professional in Talent Development (APTD) credentials. Each HCI Podcast episode qualifies for a maximum of 0.50 points.

#Canada:  Shouting back against the Human Rights Commission's disregard of Christmas as discriminatory. Conrad Black, National Post https://nationalpost.com/opinion/conrad-black-the-human-rights-commissions-moronic-attack-on-christmas?utm_source=Sailthru&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Conrad%20Black%20-%20Follow%20the%20author%202024-01-05&utm_term=Conrad%20Black%20Newsletter 1900 Hay River

Canada's Human Rights Commission says that Christmas and Easter are rooted in systemic and religious discrimination. Students are using AI to make sexual images of their classmates. A transgender TikToker reads the Quran for the first time. Mitt Romney would rather vote for a democrat than Donald Trump in 2024. The U.S. government is now requiring border agents to refer to migrants by their preferred pronouns. An Irish congresswoman wants to restrict our freedoms for the "common good." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices