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Humanity in Action Appoints Azi Khalili as Executive Director
Humanity in Action is proud to announce the appointment of Azadeh “Azi” Khalili as its new Executive Director, effective today. Khalili steps into the role following a distinguished career across government, philanthropy, and social justice movements—bringing decades of experience advocating for human rights, gender equity, and systemic reform.
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Burning out for the good cause: An article by Landecker Fellow Nushin Yazdani
Landecker Fellow Nushin Yazdani recently wrote an article titled “Für die gute Sache ausgebrannt” for the Gunda Werner Institute for Feminism and Gender Democracy site.
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Learning through Listening; Preserving through Performing
Jan Kirschenbaum's exciting Learning through Listening; Preserving through Performing project involves a variety of workshops, formal and informal educational activities, and artistic endeavours to engage the Polish community in an active remembrance and celebration of the local Jewish populations.
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Landecker Fellow Iason Apostolopoulos on board of the Geo Barents ship that rescues over 300 people
Landecker Fellow Iason Apostolopoulos and the Geo Barents rescue ship have completed a challenging mission and rescued over 300 people in the Central Mediterranean Sea.
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RAISIN Community Conversation around Diasporic Theater & the Power of Black Narratives
As part of her Landecker Project, Asha Iman Veal is organizing a Community Conversation moderated by Tracie Hall, Executive Director of the American Library Association.
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Explore the 2021 Copenhagen Fellowship Open Events
The 2021 Copenhagen Fellowship hosted several events open to the public. The audience was invited to untangle complex issues related to the Unity of the Realm and Human Rights or look into current events with our Fellows, as well as discuss what civic engagement and action means in 2021.
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Landecker Fellow Asha Shajahan wins Eleanor Josaitis Unsung Hero Award
Landecker Fellow Asha Shajahan wins Eleanor Josaitis Unsung Hero Award, and award which is part of the Shining Light Awards recognizing regional leadership.
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Landecker Fellow Katarzyna Słubik: Podcasts on Poland
Landecker Fellow Katarzyna Słubik appeared on two podcasts to discuss Polish borders with Belarus, Poles' public opinions and fears, and more in two podcast episodes.
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Landecker Fellow Katarzyna Słubik interviewed about current developments at the Polish-Belarusian border
Landecker Fellow Katarzyna Słubik was interviewed about the current developments at the Polish-Belarusian border for two news outlets.
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ProFellow Interview: How David Schupp Drives Justice with the Humanity in Action Fellowship
Senior Fellow David Schupp got interviewed about the Humanity in Action summer fellowship for a ProFellow article.
Humanity in Action Fellowship Named Among 10 Fellowships for Human Rights
Humanity in Action was named by Human Rights Careers among 10 of the top Fellowships for human rights.
Humanity in Action Fellowship Named among 5 Fellowships to Keep an Eye on
The Humanity in Action Fellowship has been named by College Magazine among five Fellowships to keep an eye on, joining the ranks of Fulbright, the Watson Fellowship and Princeton.