Nelson Mandela Day Human Rights Workshop - Sydney July 2025

HUMAN RIGHTS EDUCATION WORKSHOP

Join us for a special Nelson Mandela Day Workshop presented by United for Human Rights in partnership with the South African High Commission, celebrating the enduring legacy of one of the world’s greatest human rights leaders. This inspiring event will feature Human Rights Champions from diverse backgrounds who are actively advancing the cause of human rights in their communities. They will share their experiences, challenges, and successes in promoting the values enshrined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, offering practical insight and motivation for anyone wishing to make a difference. Be part of the conversation and help carry forward the spirit of Nelson Mandela’s lifelong commitment to dignity, equality, and justice for all.

AGENDA

11am to 12pm Human Rights walk in commemoration of Nelson Mandela from Customs House to Hyde Park.

12:00pm - 1:00 pm - Lunch and Registration

(at 201 Castlereagh St Sydney)

1:00 - 3:30 pm - Seminar and Workshop

Agenda

• MC welcome to the event.

• Acknowledge of Country by Andrea Nevill

• His Excellency Leonard Khoza from the South African High Commission

• African Drums performance

• Maurice from Kwete 4 Communities

• Bachir Fayaq from Hazara Community of Australia

• Pacifique Ndayisaba from Multicultural African Communities Network

• Greg Paul from United for Human Rights.

• African Dance performance

• Q and A with the speakers

• Agreement signed between HWPL and United for Human Rights

• Closing Remarks

3:30 - 4:00 pm - Networking and Refreshments