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Human rights stories from the frontline with author activist Elaine Pearson

In the Sri Lankan city Vavuniya in 2017, Elaine Pearson meets with Tamil mothers protesting the enforced disappearance of their children during Sri Lanka's civil war. Partially obscured.

Credit: Courtesy of Elaine Pearson

Winnipeg - October 29, 2024 –

From human trafficking in Nepal to the “drug war” in the Philippines, from the atrocities of war in Sri Lanka to the over‐imprisonment of Indigenous Australians, Elaine Pearson has been on the frontlines of documenting and challenging human rights violations for over 20 years. Pearson is the director of Human Rights Watch’s Asia Division and author of Chasing Wrongs and Rights (2022). On Wednesday, October 30th, Pearson will share her harrowing personal experiences defending human rights at a public event at the Canadian Museum for Human Rights.

Pearson will be joined in conversation by Dr. Tina Chen, an internationally‐ recognized scholar and the first Vice‐Provost (Equity) at the University of Manitoba.

The event will draw connections between issues in the Asia region and challenges and successes in Canada, and the important role human rights stories play in inspiring young people to work for social justice and bring change to their communities and beyond. 

This free event is open to all. There will be a question‐and‐answer period. Registration is required. 

Media availability with Elaine Pearson can be arranged prior to event. 

What: Chasing wrongs, defending rights 
Where: Manitoba Teachers’ Society Classrooms, Canadian Museum for Human Rights, Level 1
When: Wednesday, October 30, 2024, 6–8 p.m. 
Cost: Free with registration

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