Master of Arts in Human Rights and Social Justice

Course Overview This course provides a critical examination of human rights and social justice through a decolonial and anti-oppressive lens. Students will explore how theoretical frameworks are applied to real-world issues across local, national, and global contexts, with a dedicated emphasis on Indigenous, antiracist, and Global South perspectives. Key Program Highlights Foundational focus on decolonization, antiracism, and Indigenous rights Exploration of key theories like intersectionality, critical race theory, and distributive justice Analysis of practical applications in international human rights law and social movements Examination of pressing issues including refugee rights, access to justice, and transnational governance Engagement with themes of reconciliation, activism, and challenging systemic injustice