Podcasts about human rights documentation

In this episode, our host, Dr. Miranda Melcher, speaks with Dana Rösiger, a talented photographer and human rights advocate, who collaborates with NGO's like DISCOVER FOOTBALL, Equal Playing Field or Women Win, fighting for a world in which girls and women can do sports without being discriminated against. Dana shares her unique perspective on documenting human rights issues through photography and the powerful role that visual storytelling plays in advocating for justice.Dana's work brings the stories of those affected by human rights abuses to a broader audience, illuminating the realities faced by vulnerable communities. In her conversation with Dr. Melcher, Dana discusses the challenges and responsibilities of capturing sensitive subjects, her creative process, and how photography can be a vital tool in raising awareness and inspiring change.Why Listen?Tune in to gain insight into the world of human rights photography, learn how images can drive advocacy, and understand the impact of storytelling on justice and public perception.Key Highlights:• The Power of Photography in Human Rights Advocacy: Dana describes the emotional and societal impact of her work and how photographs can convey complex issues to the public, prompting empathy and action.• Challenges in Documenting Sensitive Topics: Dana discusses the ethical and logistical challenges she faces in her work, especially when photographing subjects in vulnerable situations. She also explains how she ensures that her work respects the dignity and privacy of those she captures.• Connecting with Audiences through Visual Storytelling: Dana and Dr. Melcher explore the ways in which photography can bridge gaps in understanding and make human rights issues more relatable and urgent for a global audience.Additional Information:• Learn More about Dana Rösiger here: https://www.danaroesiger.com/profil/Keywords: Human Rights Photography, Visual Storytelling, Advocacy, Just Access e.V., Human Rights Documentation, Photography Ethics, Justice, Empathy in Photography.Enjoy listening!Don't forget to rate us, recommend us, and share this episode to spread the word about the power of photography in human rights advocacy.Enjoy listening!Don't forget to rate us, recommend us and share on social media! Support the podcast by donating here: https://just-access.de/donate/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode #166: Han Gyi, a coordinator at the Network for Human Rights Documentation, also known as ND-Burma, joins us today to talk about the organization's work, which focuses on human rights documentation; accountability and the utilization of data to seek justice, truth, and reparations. ND-Burma's work emphasizes what is called “transitional justice,” which Han Gyi c defines as the “myriad of ways a country tries to deal with mass human rights violations that have been committed on its soil. It aims to deliver justice to the victims through accountability and redress, which in turn can contribute to building a society that respects the rule of law and guards against the same abuses happening again.” One key aspect of transitional justice is reparations. Interestingly, he notes how just “symbolic satisfaction” can often a critical step for victims in healing psychological wounds and for rebuilding their lives. Victims also routinely express a wish to receive a guarantee that such violations will not occur again. But Han Gyi notes that ensuring non-recurrence is only possible through institutional reform, which has proven impossible for decades in Myanmar, and is certainly not a likelihood now. Han Gyi sadly acknowledges that following the coup, the domestic judicial system has become completely unreliable, used subject to the whims of the military regime. As a result, ND-Burma has sought to work for international accountability, such as taking violations to the International Criminal Court. Still, rights violations will only continue to occur if there are no changes to the system. Although transitional justice remains an urgent priority for the country, Han Gyi says that there first must be an end to violence. The establishment of military rule has led to a “collapse of sociopolitical economic rights, numerous violations by junta troops, the killing, detainment, and arrest of thousands of civilians, and millions of people internally displaced due in part due to the destruction and arson of civilian structures.”

Welcome to Library Leadership Podcast as we talk with Jim Neal, 2017-2018 President of the American Library Association. He is University Librarian Emeritus at Columbia University where his responsibilities included the Columbia Center for Digital Research and Scholarship, the Copyright Advisory Office, and the Center for Human Rights Documentation and Research. He has a long history of ALA involvement leading to his presidency; has participated on numerous international, national, and state professional committees; and is an active member of IFLA (the International Federation of Library Associations). He is a speaker, consultant, and published author in the areas of scholarly communication, intellectual property, digital library programs, and library cooperation. On this show, Jim Neal shares his vision for ways in which libraries can gain support through demonstrating the positive difference they make in the communities they serve, and documenting their impact. He provides information on a new American Library Association initiative to develop a Policy Corps of experienced leaders dedicated to advocacy and political engagement. He has witnessed positive movement “on the ground” during his presidential tenure, as libraries reach beyond boundaries to provide service. His insights on the important skills librarians must develop to be strong leaders and advocates in the profession will inspire you. Thank you for tuning in to this important conversation.

Libraries as Convener, Enabler, Distributor, Advocate and Archive in the Future Knowledge Economy By 2026, there will be no information and services industry targeting products to the library marketplace. Content and applications will be directed to the consumer. Open resources for learning, research and recreation, and open source tools supporting innovation, and individual and organizational productivity, will be more prevalent in the global economy. Self-publishing and niche technology development will dominate. Information policy wars will dictate national and global legal and legislative debates. Libraries will be effectively integrated into the new creative environments. www.against-the-grain.com www.charlestonlibraryconference.com James G. Neal Columbia University University Librarian Emeritus Jim Neal is University Librarian Emeritus at Columbia. He served as the Vice President for Information Services and University Librarian at Columbia University during 2001-2014, providing leadership for university academic computing and a system of twenty-two libraries. His responsibilities included the Columbia Center for New Media Teaching and Learning, the Center for Digital Research and Scholarship, the Copyright Advisory Office, and the Center for Human Rights Documentation and Research. Previously, he served as the Dean of University Libraries at Indiana University and Johns Hopkins University, and held administrative positions in the libraries at Penn State, Notre Dame, and the City University of New York. Neal is President-Elect of the American Library Association. He is also a member of the OCLC Board of Trustees. He serves on the Council and Executive Board of the American Library Association, and recently completed a three-year term as ALA Treasurer. He has served on the Board and as President of the Association of Research Libraries, on the Board and as Chair of the Research Libraries Group (RLG), on the Board and as Chair of the National Information Standards Organization (NISO), and on the Board of the Digital Preservation Network. He is on the Board and serves as Treasurer of the Freedom to Read Foundation, and on the Board and serves as Treasurer of the Metropolitan New York Library Council (METRO). He has also participated on numerous international, national, and state professional committees, and is an active member of the International Federation of Library Associations (IFLA). He is a member of the Library Advisory Board of the University of the People.  

Launch of a report, Citizen Media Research and Verification: An Analytical Framework for Human Rights Practitioners,’ by Christoph Koettl, Senior analyst at Amnesty International. The first in a new CGHR Practitioner Paper Series on ‘Human Rights in the Digital Age.’

Launch of a report, Citizen Media Research and Verification: An Analytical Framework for Human Rights Practitioners,’ by Christoph Koettl, Senior analyst at Amnesty International. The first in a new CGHR Practitioner Paper Series on ‘Human Rights in the Digital Age.’

Featured Speaker, Wole Soyinka with special guest, President Havel.

Featured Speaker, Wole Soyinka with special guest, President Havel.

Featured Speaker, Wole Soyinka with special guest, President Havel.