Essays & Articles
Join Us August 4 at Balboa High School
Join us on Thursday, August 4th, Noon – 1:30 at Balboa High School in San Francisco to see the culminating presentation of our Institute participants and take part in the follow-up Q & A session. We’ll have been delving into the significance of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) [...]
The Butterfly Effect in the Eye of a Hurricane
TWAICB Director Sandy Sohcot writes: Over these last few weeks, with so much distressing social turmoil swirling around us, I’ve been feeling that our efforts to communicate about the relevance of human rights principles is like a butterfly flapping its wings against the headwinds of a hurricane. Then, Hilary Bass, [...]
Eden Night Live: Building Community, Fostering Human Rights
We know that strong, healthy communities are essential for human rights, so we're delighted to share this story of Eden Night Live, a community-building project at the Alameda County Deputy Sheriffs' Activities League. As DSAL executive director Hilary Bass explains, "We want to reduce the crime, and instead of just arresting [...]
2016 Rite of Passage Culminating Ceremony: Watch the Videos
We're delighted to share this collection of videos from the Rite of Passage Culminating Ceremony at REACH on May 20, 2016!
High School Community Action Project Strives to Engage Students in Their Education
Participant Dasha Wright speaks about the education-related Community Action Project at the Rite of Passage ceremony. As part of our discussions about Article 3, the right to life, liberty, and security of person, several Rite of Passage participants felt strongly about having a greater sense of personal security [...]
‘Facts of Life’: Delving Deeper into Article 3
Following up on our earlier post about the REACH Rite of Passage group's study of UDHR Article 3, the right to life, liberty, and security of person, here's an update on their Community Action Project related to police issues. They decided to create an event at REACH to generate more positive connections between the [...]
More From Balboa High School: The Importance of Human Rights
TWAICB Director Sandy Sohcot writes: We were so pleased to get the following message from Jill Smith about how her class at Balboa High School felt as a result of learning about human rights. Hi Sandy, I wanted to share something wonderful with you! As you know, I was eager [...]
Continuing Relevance of the UDHR: More Thoughts
Since we asked about whether—and, if so, how—knowing about human rights mattered in today's world, we've received some thoughtful, and thought-provoking, responses. Here are some insights shared by Bob Groves of Philadelphia: Thanks for asking this question. I believe it matters greatly. For the last four years I have been teaching a course [...]
Snapshots From the 2016 Rite of Passage Ceremony
Congratulations to the participants in this year's Rite of Passage Program at The World As It Could Be Is Within REACH! Here are a few snapshots from their culminating presentation on May 20.
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TWAICB at the Oregon Country Fair July 8
Watch the video! Join Everyone Orchestra Conductor Matt Butler and [...]
Experiencing the Right to an Education
What do well-educated people bring to their loved ones, to [...]
You’re Invited! Arroyo High School’s Culminating Ceremony
TWAICB Director Sandy Sohcot says: Since January 24th, 11 wonderful [...]
Invitation to 2017 Summer Institute
Join us August 3 at Balboa High School for the [...]
The Role of Public Funds in Supporting the Arts: What Do You Think?
TWAICB Director Sandy Sohcot writes: This past Sunday, April 23, [...]
High School Teacher Uses UDHR to Enrich English Learners Class
In May 2016, Sandy Sohcot, representing The World As It [...]
The Arts – Vital to Education, Human Rights and Human Potential
TWAICB Director Sandy Sohcot writes: April is National Poetry Month, [...]