Human Rights Information Sessions for Families and Students

In celebration of Human Rights Day 2025, the HWDSB Human Rights Office (HRO) is hosting two
virtual information sessions for students and parents/guardians in HWDSB. The sessions will
provide an opportunity to familiarize students and families with their rights and responsibilities in
schools. They will learn about:

• Human Rights as Everyday Essentials
• The Ontario Human Rights Code and how it applies in upholding students’ rights in schools
• What the HWDSB Human Rights Office is and how it operates
• The Board’s Human Right Policy, Complaint Resolution Procedure and reporting
• What constitutes discrimination and how to report and address human rights concerns in
schools
• System navigation supports for students and families

The virtual sessions will be offered through HWDSB’s Teams Channel. Questions and comments
will be moderated. Registration is required for attendance:

• Parents / Guardians Session: December 10, 2025 @ 6:00 pm-7pm Register Here

• Student Session: December 11: 2025 @ 6:00 pm –7pm Register Here

Any questions about the sessions can be directed to [email protected]