Human Rights Project Presents
Chris Mburu
Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights
Thursday, November 9, 2017
Olin Humanities, Room 205
5:30 pm – 7:00 pm EST/GMT-5
5:30 pm – 7:00 pm EST/GMT-5
Human Rights in Africa:
Personal Reflections on 20 Years of Engagement
in conversation with
Peter Rosenblum
Professor of International Law and Human Rights, Bard College
Chris Mburu is a Kenyan lawyer and human rights professional who has worked on human rights issues across the African continent, beginning in his native Kenya and continuing with field work in the Democratic Republic of Congo, Sierra Leone, Uganda, South Africa, Ethiopia, Eritrea and, now Rwanda, where he heads the UN human rights office.
He is the subject of the Emmy-nominated documentary, “A Small Act” that builds on the story of his childhood to feature his work on education for poor children in Kenya. His research and advocacy have been featured in news and features around the world (as has his penchant for playing golf in conflict zones.)
Chris will share an insider's perspective and respond to questions on events across the continent.
For more information, call 845-758-6822, or e-mail [email protected].
Time: 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm EST/GMT-5
Location: Olin Humanities, Room 205