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Concepcion Picciotto – America’s longest peace vigil

Concepcion Picciotto led Americas longest peace vigil at the White House, urging nuclear disarmament and inspiring global activism.

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James Baldwin – writer, prophet and America’s mirror

James Baldwin: civil rights truth-teller and literary giant, whose fearless words still guide struggles for justice and empathy.

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Rights of Man – Thomas Paine’s radical vision explained

Explore the shared bloodline of humanity, the Rights of Man, and how universal rights drive equality, justice and social change.

Peter Tatchell, Human Rights and Social Justice

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Peter Tatchell – the activist who changed LGBTQ+ rights

Explore Peter Tatchell and his trailblazing activism for human rights and LGBTQ equality, from GLF roots to marriage equality and global campaigns.

Desmond Tutu: Hope, Justice, and Reconciliation

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Desmond Tutu – archbishop, activist and moral compass

Explore Desmond Tutu and his legacy of hope, justice and Ubuntu - from anti-apartheid leadership to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission.

March 24 Gallery: Artwork by Promises Project

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March Art Gallery

Explore the Promises Project March 24 Gallery: Pen vs Sword zine artwork celebrating digital–analogue synergy from March posts.

The Innocent Bystanders: Children in Conflict Zones

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Children in Conflict Zones: The Innocent Bystanders

Children in conflict zones suffer trauma, hunger and lost education. Urgent aid, protection and accountability can save their futures.

Upholding Human Rights: A Global Imperative

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Upholding Human Rights: A Global Imperative

Why human rights matter: defend dignity, equality and justice worldwide - from civil liberties to economic and social rights.

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Marc Nelson – artist, educator and bridge between worlds

Marc Nelson: Illinois artist and educator bridging Midwest roots with social change, from Syria to Ukraine - proving art is a necessity.

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Human Rights Advocate from Armed Resistance

The inspiring journey of Sara Ginaite-Rubinson: Holocaust survivor, resistance fighter and tireless human rights advocate.

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The Matchgirls Strike 1888 – the women who built trade unionism

Bryant & Mays Matchgirls Strike reshaped British labour: young women won safer work, fair pay and inspired lasting workers rights action.

The French Revolution and Its Modern Parallels

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French Revolution today – the parallels that still matter

French Revolution: causes, impact and modern parallels - democracy, inequality and protest shaping todays global politics.

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Arundhati Roy – The God of Small Things and radical activism

Explore Arundhati Roys journey from Booker-winning novelist to fearless activist, blending art and advocacy for social justice.

Pioneers of the Women's Suffrage Movement

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The Pankhurst sisters – suffragettes who changed Britain

Discover how the Pankhurst sisters and the WSPU fought for womens suffrage in Britain, reshaping politics and inspiring global equality.

The Womens March on Versailles - A Turning Point in the French Revolution

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Women’s March on Versailles – what happened in 1789

Discover how the Womens March on Versailles turned bread protests into a turning point in the French Revolution, reshaping monarchy and rights.

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Philosophers and their ideas – how thought shaped the world

Explore how philosophy drives revolution, from Socrates and Marx to digital rights, shaping freedom, justice and change.

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Mass Migration: The Growing Tide

Mass migration explained: drivers from conflict to climate, impacts on displaced people and how UNHCR and governments respond.

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Mark Thomas – comedian who turned protest into performance

Discover Mark Thomas, fearless British comedian-activist using satire, stunts and investigations to challenge power and drive social change.

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