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Discover all of the current and past human rights news, announcements and events, and see how you can get involved in supporting human rights in the province of Nova Scotia. 

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Celebrating African Heritage Month Jan 31, 2024

People of African descent have made Nova Scotia their home for more than 400 years. Despite centuries of prejudice, discrimination and exclusion, the Black community and its leaders continue to champion equity, and inclusion for people of African descent and others in countless ways.

2023 Nova Scotia Human Rights Awards

2023 Human Rights Award Recipients Honoured Dec 08, 2023

Four individual Nova Scotians and two groups were recognized with Nova Scotia Human Rights Awards for their work creating a more equitable, inclusive and respectful province at an event held December 8, in Halifax.

National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women

National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women Dec 05, 2023

The National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women is an important opportunity for Nova Scotians to acknowledge and reflect upon the persistent issue of gender-based violence.

Commission CEO Joe Fraser and Justice Minister Brad Johns pose with a framed proclamaiton certifiacte

Nova Scotia Marks 75th Anniversary of Universal Declaration of Human Rights Dec 04, 2023

The Province of Nova Scotia and the Nova Scotia Human Rights Commission are recognizing the 75th anniversary of the United Nations' Universal Declaration of Human Rights, a groundbreaking global commitment to protect the rights of all people.

a person using a wheelchair appears on a baordwalk approaching a beach in Nova Scotia with beach grass extending along both sides of the long wooden boardwalk

International Day of Persons with Disabilities Dec 01, 2023

December 3 is the International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD), a day to promote full and equal access to a barrier-free life for all persons with disabilities.

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Transgender Day of Remembrance Nov 17, 2023

On November 20 we remember those who have lost their lives as victims of anti-trans violence and stand together in opposition to the hatred at the root of this ongoing threat to the safety of trans people.