Journalists for Human Rights (JHR)
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Journalists for Human Rights (JHR)
@jhrnews.bsky.social
Journalists for Human Rights mobilizes media to spread human rights awareness and change lives. Visit www.jhr.ca to learn more
1/3 TRAINING WEBINAR: How has the media covered the Land Back movement? Hear about it from journalism instructor @trevorpaulgreen/Trevor Green, a member of the Cowichan Nation 👉 tinyurl.com/2uea7jtj
December 12, 2025 at 8:24 PM
TRAINING WEBINAR: What is the media's role in advancing the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada’s (TRC) calls to action? Hear about this at our workshop with Kaila Johnston, the director of education at the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation (NCTR) 👉 tinyurl.com/mry9uzkf
December 9, 2025 at 3:37 PM
On #GivingTuesday, the JHR community truly stepped up!

Thanks to your support, we are on track to raise $100,000 this holiday season to support journalists defending human rights worldwide.

Didn't have a chance to donate yet? Visit bit.ly/JHRHolidayCampaign2025 and make a difference today!
December 3, 2025 at 4:53 PM
Is “human rights for all” on your holiday wishlist? Help JHR make it a reality 👉 bit.ly/JHRHolidayCa...

This #GivingTuesday, we’re asking YOU to support journalists covering conflict, exposing injustice & holding power to account.

Help us raise $10K before midnight! Donate today.
December 2, 2025 at 12:57 PM
TRAINING WEBINAR: How do you develop a freelance career? Learn about this and more from @michellecyca.com! A journalist from Vancouver, Michelle is the bureau chief of conservation and fellowships at The Narwhal and a contributing writer to The Walrus.
November 28, 2025 at 9:09 PM
ESTONIA: Tomorrow, JHR hosts a reception at the Tallinn Black Nights Film Fest after the premiere of HBO doc Not Made for Politics - on Sviatlana Tikhanouskaya & Belarus’ women-led fight for freedom. Honored to have Canada’s Ambassador Laird Hindle join for a special JHR announcement. Stay tuned!
November 20, 2025 at 8:39 PM
TRAINING WEBINAR: Looking to brush up on your news writing skills for TV and radio? Join us for a session with Kristy Snell, a member of Standing Buffalo Dakota Nation who teaches in the journalism department at Concordia University!
November 20, 2025 at 3:42 PM
JHR loved joining Lyse Doucet at Hot Docs Cinema for an inspiring evening discussing her new book "The Finest Hotel in Kabul" and years of reporting from Afghanistan.

Grateful to our Afghan journalist community for coming out. Full house and truly unforgettable!
November 19, 2025 at 3:21 PM
WORK FOR JHR: We're hiring for two roles in our KENYA office!

🔹 Project Coordinator: jhr.ca/work-opportu...

🔹 Project Officer - Gender Diversity: jhr.ca/work-opportu...

Deadline to apply is Thurs, Nov 27.
November 14, 2025 at 5:27 PM
TRAINING WEBINAR: Ever wonder what it’s like to work for a wire service? Sign up for our session with @bhobs22.bsky.social, a reporter-editor w/ The Canadian Press in Winnipeg! Brittany has experience reporting on child welfare issues, missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls, and the courts.
November 3, 2025 at 6:46 PM
Pleased to announce that Frances Fripp will be joining us at Night for Rights. #N4R25

A Grand Champion Auctioneer who’s helped raise over $100 million for causes across Canada, Frances brings unmatched energy, passion and heart to every stage.

Learn more: jhr.ca/night4rights/
October 30, 2025 at 5:37 PM
How do reporters vet sources and info? Hear about it from @maryhudetz.bsky.social, a ProPublica reporter who has written about Indigenous issues for nearly two decades! Mary, Apsaaloke (Crow Tribe), previously reported for the Seattle Times and the Associated Press.
October 27, 2025 at 2:20 PM
Pleased to share that JHR's Rachel Pulfer (President), Bill Killorn (Executive Director) and Zein Almoghraby (Director of International Programs) will take the stage at Night for Rights. #N4R25

⏰: Wed, Nov 5
🏟️: Arcadian Court, Toronto

Learn more: jhr.ca/night4rights/
October 24, 2025 at 3:05 PM
JHR is thrilled to announce that Jayme Poisson, award-winning journalist + host of CBC News' Front Burner, will emcee Night for Rights 2025! #N4R25

The gala takes place Nov 5 at Arcadian Court, bringing together supporters to raise funds for journalists worldwide.

Learn more: jhr.ca/night4rights
October 21, 2025 at 4:47 PM
Curious about documentary filmmaking? Learn about it from Leena Minifie! Leena (Gitxaala/British) is a Vancouver-based film and television producer and a co-founder of Ricochet Media. As a journalist, she worked at CBC Radio One and APTN National News.
October 17, 2025 at 7:01 PM
JHR is pleased to announce Jim Balsillie as a featured speaker at Night for Rights 2025. #N4R25

Our annual gala will take place on Wed, Nov 5 at Arcadian Court, Toronto, bringing together leaders and supporters to raise vital funds for journalists around the 🌍.

Learn more: jhr.ca/night4rights
October 16, 2025 at 2:16 PM
#LATVIA: On Oct 10, JHR & Global Affairs Canada is hosting a panel on #transnationalrepression, ft. Hanna Liubakova, Jessikka Aro, Vytis Jurkonis, Sabīne Sīle + Viktors Makarovs, on the sidelines of #RigaConf2025.

To add your voice to this discussion, sign up to attend today: tinyurl.com/RIGA-FORM
October 8, 2025 at 2:33 PM
[1/3] Journalists for Human Rights is thrilled to welcome Cheryl McKenzie, Executive Director of News and Current Affairs at APTN (@aptnnews.bsky.social), as a featured speaker at Night for Rights 2025. #N4R25
October 6, 2025 at 3:27 PM
🔹 Project Coordinator (Gaziantep): jhr.ca/work-opportu...

🔹 Project Coordinator (Marrakesh): jhr.ca/work-opportu...

🔹 Financial Coordinator (Marrakesh): jhr.ca/work-opportu...
September 29, 2025 at 4:33 PM
JHR is proud to partner with @unifor.org on their Fact Checked campaign -- a powerful initiative to combat #misinformation and remind Canadians of the vital role that fact-based journalism plays in protecting #democracy.

Learn more about the campaign here: factcheckhere.ca
September 18, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Neha Chollangi est une journaliste et écrivaine basée à Montréal qui travaille pour @therovermedia.bsky.social‬. Elle écrit sur les problèmes systémiques qui touchent les communautés marginalisées. Neha a publié des articles dans Maisonneuve, CBC, This Magazine et Future of Good.
September 3, 2025 at 4:58 PM
Natalia Rivero Gómez est une journaliste de Bogotá, en Colombie, qui écrit sur les droits humains, la migration, l’environnement et la culture. En 2025, elle a remporté le Prix d’or du SCA Canada et l’ACJ dans la catégorie des reportages sur le secteur travail. Natalia collabore avec La Converse
September 3, 2025 at 4:58 PM
Zahra Khozema est une journaliste et productrice de podcasts basée à Toronto. Elle traite souvent de sujets liés aux personnes de communautés méritant l'équité, à la culture de la génération Z et des milléniaux, ainsi qu'aux finances personnelles. Elle effectue également un stage chez Ricochet Media
September 3, 2025 at 4:58 PM
Sophia de Guzman Rivadeiro est une journaliste basée à Toronto. Elle aime profondément sa communauté et s'efforce de produire des articles critiques envers le pouvoir et au service du public. Elle couvre les questions liées au logement, aux droits des migrants et au travail pour Ricochet Media
September 3, 2025 at 4:58 PM
Yumna Iftikhar est une journaliste pakistano-canadienne qui couvre l'impact des politiques fédérales et provinciales sur les communautés marginalisées pour ‪@independentnl.bsky.social‬. Elle écrit également sur le changement climatique et la transition énergétique du Canada.
September 3, 2025 at 4:58 PM