Human Rights Defenders: Their History and Impact

Want to know the real story of why Rosa Parks refused to giver up her seat? Or how Martin Luther King Jr’s speech helped pass the Civil Rights Act? Have you ever thought about Malala Yousafzai’s impact on girl’s education since being shot by the Taliban? There are many brave men and women who have fought for human rights and the stories behind their sacrifice and the impact of their actions is still largely unknown. Join us for a walk through history, where we explore the situations that led these heroes to make difficult decisions that changed the world.