Upstanders and Heroes
Modeling Activism: Shaping the Future
Individuals like Raoul Wallenberg, Albert Goering, Tharcisse Sinzi, Nelson Mandela,
and members of the White Rose Movement (all listed in the above slideshow) have helped to
counteract intolerance and hatred through active respect. Be sure to take a look at their stories,
and reflect upon similar models of social justice in your own community.
What are some common characteristics?
How will YOU commemorate heroes in your community?
and members of the White Rose Movement (all listed in the above slideshow) have helped to
counteract intolerance and hatred through active respect. Be sure to take a look at their stories,
and reflect upon similar models of social justice in your own community.
What are some common characteristics?
How will YOU commemorate heroes in your community?
Who's An Upstander in Your Community?
What do other students think? Click on the button above
to view more heroes of genocide and their stories. |
Quote of the Week:
There may be times when we are powerless to prevent injustice, but there must never be a time when we fail to protest" |
Upstanders: Beyond Genocide
Human Rights Defenders Policy Forum
Recognizes "Unsung Heroes" |
United Nations
Human Rights Defenders 2010 |