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Emmaline Soken-Huberty

Emmaline Soken-Huberty is a freelance writer based in Portland, Oregon. She started to become interested in human rights while attending college, eventually getting a concentration in human rights and humanitarianism. LGBTQ+ rights, women’s rights, and climate change are of special concern to her. In her spare time, she can be found reading or enjoying Oregon’s natural beauty with her husband and dog.

5 Inspiring Essays on Courage

Courage is a value held in high regard. There are countless quotes and explanations of what “courage” is. Some believe it’s the same as being fearless, while others say that courage is doing the right thing even if you’re afraid. Brene Brown says that “You can choose courage, or you can choose comfort, but you can’t choose both.” Courage is about stepping outside of what’s familiar and comfortable. Here are five essays exploring what courage looks like: “The Gift and …

5 Human Rights Museums You Should Visit

What is a human rights museum? It’s a place with exhibits, activities, and other resources for people interested in human rights. Depending on the specific museum, it could be focused on civil rights, LGBTQ+ rights, or more general rights. For those interested in the history and future of human rights, a museum can be a great place to visit, though many are met with controversy. Here are five museums you should consider visiting: Museum of Memory and Human Rights During …

Top 5 Civil Rights Movies Available on Netflix and Amazon Prime

Civil rights remains one of the biggest branches of human rights. In America’s history, the Civil Rights Movement refers to black Americans fighting to be recognized as equal. While it may seem like we are far away from the times of Jim Crow and segregation, the reality is that repercussions are still felt today, and new forms of oppression have risen up. If you’re interested in the history of civil rights and how society contends with them today, here are …

5 Poverty Essays You Can Download For Free

Poverty is a complex issue. Researchers, legislators, and philosophers debate causes and consequences all the time, as well as solutions. To learn more about poverty, here are five essays you can access online for free: Ending Global Poverty: Why Money Isn’t Enough – Lucy Page and Rohini Pande In this essay, the authors lay out the argument that if extreme poverty is to end by 2030, it will take more than just economic growth and the distribution of resources. The …

A Short Introduction to NGO Tenders

Historically, governments task NGOs and other public bodies to provide essential public services. NGOs were assigned projects based on the awarding of grants or contracts. However, times are changing. Governments don’t like to spend a lot of money on services, so instead of directly conscripting NGOs, they’ll put out “tenders.” NGOs put out tenders of their own, as well, when they need a service they can’t do themselves. What is tendering? How does the process work? Tendering: a definition Tendering …

Whistleblowing Ethics: Is Whistleblowing Ethical?

Most people have heard the term “whistleblower.” It refers to a person who brings attention to illegal or unethical activity within their company or government. Like a referee who notices a foul in a game, they “blow the whistle.” There are many systems in place in the United States that protect whistleblowers, but is whistleblowing even ethical? The history of whistleblowing Whistleblowing is not a new concept. An early form of it existed in England before there was an organized …