Human Rights
KAIROS letter in The Hill Times: Canada shouldn’t trade on its values when seeking new partners
September 3, 2025
The Hill Times published this letter by KAIROS’ Silvia Vasquez-Olguin in its September 3, 2025 issue.RE: Observers eye fall sitting for bills to implement still-secret trade pacts with Indonesia and EcuadorLast October, I accompanied the delegation of Indigenous and local…
Post filed in: Global South, Human Rights, Indigenous Rights
KAIROS joins global call for justice in historic ICC hearing on Duterte, former president of the Philippines
September 3, 2025
On September 23, in The Hague, the International Criminal Court (ICC) will hold a critical hearing to determine whether charges against Rodrigo Duterte, the former Philippine President, will proceed. This moment represents a vital step toward accountability for the thousands…
Post filed in: Human Rights, Philippines, Social Justice
Un héritage de courage : l’impact durable de Pascal Kabungulu, 20 ans plus tard
August 27, 2025
Le 31 juillet dernier marquait le 20e anniversaire de l’assassinat de Pascal Kabungulu, ancien directeur général de Héritiers de la Justice, partenaire de KAIROS à l’époque et encore aujourd’hui. À l’époque de son assassinat, je n’étais pas avec KAIROS, mais…
Post filed in: Global South, Human Rights
A legacy of courage: Pascal Kabungulu’s enduring impact 20 years later
August 27, 2025
July 31 marked the 20th anniversary of the assassination of Pascal Kabungulu, the former executive director of Héritiers de la Justice, a partner of KAIROS then and now. I was not with KAIROS at that time, but through my work with…
Post filed in: Gender Justice, Global South, Human Rights
Against trafficking, for dignity: what justice looks like on July 30 and every day
August 6, 2025
July 30 is the International Day Against Trafficking in Persons. We are called to remember the millions of people exploited through forced labour, sexual violence and coercion and to take bold and urgent action to address human trafficking, which is…
Post filed in: Human Rights, Migrant Justice
An Ecumenical Call to the Government of Canada for Urgent Action on Gaza
July 29, 2025
With deepening grief and frustration, church and ecumenical leaders have written again to Prime Minister Carney, urging the Government of Canada to act decisively to end the abhorrent suffering and violence in Gaza. The letter welcomes recent government statements that acknowledge…
Post filed in: Human Rights
Declaration of Pagtatanim interfaith conference now available
July 29, 2025
KAIROS was a proud co-sponsor of the conference, Pagtatanim: Sowing Seeds of Faith Solidarity for the Filipino People’s Struggle for Peace which brought together over 70 people of faith, members of the clergy and human rights activists from 13 countries…
Post filed in: Human Rights, Philippines
A call for global church leaders to take a courageous stand against injustice, impunity, and the desecration of sacred places
July 18, 2025
The following letter from Dr. Ramzi Khouri, Head of the Higher Presidential Committee for Church Affairs in Palestine, urgently addresses global church leaders in response to recent attacks on Christian sites in Gaza and the West Bank. It highlights the…
Post filed in: Human Rights, Middle East, Palestine Israel Conflict
Ecumenical letter to PM calls for decisive and concrete action on ending genocide against the peoples of Gaza.
June 17, 2025
KAIROS, church leaders and heads of church agencies have sent an ecumenical letter to Prime Minister Carney, calling for decisive and concrete action towards ending the genocide against the peoples of Gaza. The letter was written on June 16, days…
Post filed in: Human Rights
Canadian Christian leaders call on federal politicians to protect and strengthen global aid commitments
April 10, 2025
Français ci-dessousIn the lead-up to the federal election, held April 28, nearly 30 national Christian denominations and organizations, including seven member churches of KAIROS, have issued a united, non-partisan appeal to all political leaders: protect and strengthen Canada’s global aid…
Post filed in: Global South, Human Rights
Attending UNCSW69: a journey of connection, reflection and advocacy
April 1, 2025
Attending the 69th Session of the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women (CSW69) in New York was nothing short of transformative. There are many challenges facing women, especially women who are migrants. Yet there is an energetic and…
Post filed in: Gender Justice, Human Rights
Leaving no one behind: Commission on the Status of Women, SDG5, and the future of feminist advocacy
March 31, 2025
“Progress is possible, but it has been far too slow, uneven, and fragile.” UN Women, UN entity for Gender equality and for Women empowerment. From March 10 to 16, I was a Canadian delegate at the 69th United Nations Commission…
Post filed in: Gender Justice, Global South, Human Rights
A step towards justice: KAIROS and partners welcome ICC arrest of former Philippine President Duterte
March 21, 2025
KAIROS welcomes the arrest of former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte by the International Criminal Court (ICC) in connection with the thousands of extrajudicial killings in the Philippines during the “War on Drugs,” constituting crimes against humanity.We stand in solidarity with…
Post filed in: Human Rights, Philippines
In solidarity with women migrant workers this International Women’s Day
March 5, 2025
Bénédicte arrived in Canada with the same hopes carried by countless migrant women. She sought opportunity, financial security, and a better future for her children.Like many others, she entered through Canada’s Temporary Foreign Worker Program. This program ties migrant workers…
Post filed in: Gender Justice, Gender Justice/Women of Courage, Human Rights
What will it take to stop the horror of war in Kivu, DRC?
February 13, 2025
Français ci-dessous🛑#Rwandan aggression: “My message is clear: Silence the guns. Stop the escalation. Respect the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the Democratic Republic of Congo. Respect international human rights law and international humanitarian law,” UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres.KAIROS is gravely…
Post filed in: Africa, Human Rights
KAIROS welcomes news of a ceasefire in Gaza
January 16, 2025
We welcome the news of a ceasefire in Gaza and pray for it to take hold. After 15 months of relentless war and unimaginable human suffering, we long deeply to see permanent ceasefire, release of all hostages and detainees, and…
Post filed in: Human Rights, Middle East, Palestine Israel Conflict
“Hope Does Not Disappoint Us” (Romans 5:5)
December 11, 2024
KAIROS received the following Christmas message from Zoughbi Zoughbi, Director and Founder of Wi’am: Palestinian Centre for Conflict Transformation. For more resources on Just Peace in the Middle East visit KAIROS’ Ecumenical Hub.Hope isn’t guesswork or speculation; hope is an…
Post filed in: Human Rights, Middle East
Canada must champion peace and human rights in the Philippines
December 11, 2024
This year marks the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Canada and the Philippines. It’s an opportune moment for Canada to reaffirm its commitment to peace, human rights, and justice by supporting the resumption of peace talks between the Government of…
Post filed in: Human Rights, Philippines
This Christmas, we invite you to be part of the change we all long for – a world of hope, justice, and dignity.
December 10, 2024
Hope, again, is not naive optimism or despairing pessimism: it is an active, nonviolent and shared struggle for justice and peace.-Zoughbi Zoughbi, Director at KAIROS partner organization Wi’am: The Palestinian Conflict Transformation Center. At KAIROS, we are Indigenous Peoples, settlers, and…
Post filed in: Ecological Justice, Gender Justice, Human Rights, Indigenous Rights
Amplifying KAIROS partners: voices for human rights and gender justice on International Human Rights Day
December 10, 2024
December 10 is International Human Rights Day, a day that commemorates the anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.It not easy to talk about human rights today, never mind celebrating it. The idea of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights as a…
Post filed in: Gender Justice, Human Rights
Justice for MMIWG2S! No more excuses!
December 7, 2024
The following content may be triggering.To reach the national support line,dial 1–844-413‑6649 (available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week). Indigenous women, girls and 2-Spirit people are traditionally sacred as life and care givers. However, they are continuously devalued and…
Post filed in: Gender Justice, Human Rights, Indigenous Rights
16 Days of Activism: highlighting the unique struggles of Palestinian women in war and under occupation
December 2, 2024
The 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence (GBV) is a global campaign that runs annually from November 25 to December 10, aiming to raise awareness about violence against women and girls. However, in the context of Palestine, this campaign…
Post filed in: Gender Justice, Human Rights, Middle East, Palestine Israel Conflict
KAIROS urges Canada to halt free trade negotiations with Ecuador
November 27, 2024
On November 25, KAIROS sent a letter to the Prime Minister urging Canada to halt the proposed free trade agreement with Ecuador, which is currently being fast-tracked. The expectation is that negotiations will wrap up at the end of 2024. In…
Post filed in: Ecological Justice, Global South, Human Rights, Indigenous Rights
Rise up against gender-based violence! KAIROS’ 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence Campaign, November 25-December 10
November 25, 2024
Gender-based violence is on the rise globally. Racialized and Indigenous women are particularly affected by multiple levels of gender-based violence and oppression. Women human rights defenders, peacebuilders, community leaders, journalists and politicians are often targeted, attacked and killed for speaking out. Today…
Post filed in: Gender Justice, Gender Justice/Women of Courage, Human Rights
Changes to immigration a step backwards for human rights in Canada
November 6, 2024
The federal government’s recent announcement to cut immigration will do nothing to improve the rights and wellbeing of migrant workers in Canada. This announcement is based on fears that newcomers are exacerbating the housing and affordability crisis without a deeper analysis…
Post filed in: Human Rights, Migrant Justice
No mas! The assassination of Father Marcelo in Chiapas requires an urgent response from the Mexican government
November 5, 2024
The call for attention to the increasing violence experienced in Chiapas, Mexico “We have to redouble our efforts to build, from hope, against all hope, paths of peace and justice, from resistance – resilience, from creative non-violence.” – Anonymous advocate. KAIROS decries…
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National Day of Action for MMIWG2S
October 4, 2024
We understand that this subject matter is difficult for many people in our community. If you require immediate support, please contact the national, independent toll free 24/7 support line at 1-844-413-6649 to speak to a counsellor. The service is available…
Post filed in: Human Rights, Indigenous Rights
KAIROS and member churches call on Canada to support the peace process in the Philippenes
October 3, 2024
KAIROS and the heads of The United Church of Canada, The Anglican Church of Canada, The Evangelical Church in Canada, Development and Peace, The Presbyterian Church in Canada and The Philippine Independent Church have sent a letter to Minister Joly…
Post filed in: Global South, Human Rights
