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2025 Summer Human Rights Symposium - August 18 &19
We are still finalizing our program for the 2025 Summer Human Rights Symposium. Check back often for upates about speakers.
August 18th and 19th
9:00 - 4:00
NYSUT, Latham NY
Tuition: Free *This year GLSEN Upstate New York has donated the cost of our program.
The sympsoium is open to incoming high school freshmen through graduating seniors, who are interested in current events, social justice, and international relations. Through participating in activities and discussions, participants will develop the leadership skills and tools to have a positive impact on the world.
Here are some of the topics covered at recent Symposiums:
- Economic Justice
- Racial Justice
- Environmental Justice
- Women’s Rights
- LGBTQ+ Equality
- Voting Rights
- Media Literacy
- Self-care and Managing Stress
