Inter Pares works with social change organizations around the world who share our analysis that poverty and injustice are caused by structural inequalities within and between nations, and who are working to promote social and economic justice in their communities.
| When Pigs Fly | |
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A new genetically engineered pig developed at the University of Guelph could soon be on our farms – and our dinner tables! Enviropig™ is the trademarked name for a pig genetically engineered to produce less polluting phosphorous in its feces. But the Canadian Biotechnology Action Network says this is a risky technological “fix” to a problem that already has a solution: smaller pig farms, in less concentrated land areas. What do you think? Find out more Other recent news & events |
| Rising From the Ashes | |
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Inter Pares and Project Counselling Service (PCS) have produced a 30-minute film, Rising From the Ashes. Through the inspiring stories of four women who lived the 20 year armed conflict in Peru, we share the struggle of survivors and activists to create a more just and peaceful society. Click here for information on screening the video yourself, and for an update on this program. Other multimedia |
| The Hope that Unites Us |
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In July 2008, Inter Pares staff Nadia Faucher and Karen Cocq travelled to Peru to participate in a regional exchange on truth, justice, and reparation, organized by Project Counselling Service (PCS). Thirty-five participants from Peru, Guatemala, and Colombia shared their experiences with armed conflict and their struggle for redress. Here Nadia presents her photos and reflections. More Other recent photo essays |
| Study on Canadian investment in Colombia available in Spanish | |
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Tierras y Conflicto Marzo 2010 (pdf) (Spanish-Español)Also available in English and French, this report examines four case studies of Canadian extractive industry investment projects in Colombia. Referring to principles developed by the UN Special Representative on Human Rights and Transnational Corporations, the report identifies the need for transparent and independent human rights impact assessments to avoid the risk of human rights violations in mining and petroleum projects. More ... Other recent publications |
In every place that Inter Pares works, a central issue is
the uncertainty people face about their future
on the land they call home.
This Bulletin describes some of the activities through which Inter Pares and our counterparts defend people against displacement from their land and homes, and promote the policies required to sustain rural livelihoods and urban communities. ...
To read the Bulletin, click here.
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