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TRUSU urges Tunisia to Release Human Rights Lawyer
TRUSU urges Tunisia to immediately release human rights lawyer Ahmed Souab, drop all charges, and protect lawyers and defenders targeted for peaceful advocacy.
TRUSU urges protection for refugees and asylum seekers in Canada
TRUSU urges PM Mark Carney to withdraw Bills C-2 and C-12, warning they undermine refugee rights, due process, and put students, families, and asylum seekers at risk.
TRUSU Calls for an Immediate Halt to Executions in Iran
TRUSU urges Iran’s judiciary to halt executions, overturn death sentences, declare a moratorium, and reform laws to meet human rights standards.
TRUSU Calls for the Release of Indonesian Activists Detained for Peaceful Protest
TRUSU urges Indonesia’s police chief to release eight activists detained for peaceful protest, drop charges, and end criminalization of dissent.
TRUSU Calls for TRU Accessible Events Policy Framework
On November 20, the Thompson Rivers University Students' Union presented a formal submission to the TRU Accessibility Committee, calling on the...
TRUSU Engages Campus in Annual Write for Rights Campaign
Between November 17 and December 3, the Thompson Rivers University Students’ Union hosted three Write for Rights outreach sessions in Old Main,...
TRUSU Urges Medical Care for Imprisoned Vietnamese Land Defender
TRUSU urges Vietnam’s President to ensure urgent medical care for imprisoned land rights activist Cần Thị Thêu and protect her and her sons from torture.
Join the Winter Magic: Help Decorate the Campus Holiday Tree!
We are inviting any group of four or more, whether it’s a TRU department, a TRUSU Club, or just friends to pick-up a large basketball-sized...
TRUSU Urges Eswatini to Uphold Human Rights
Five men deported from the U.S. remain detained in Eswatini without confidential legal access. TRUSU urges fair trials, transparency, and respect for human rights.
Write for Rights Online 2025
This year, the TRUSU Equity Committee is joining millions around the world in Amnesty International’s Write for Rights Campaign — the largest...
Women of TRU Nominations Now Open
Do you know an exceptional woman at TRU? Someone who inspires others, goes above and beyond for their community, or shows leadership in big or...
TRUSU Urges Equatorial Guinea to Release Human Rights Defender
The TRU Students’ Union urged Equatorial Guinea’s president to release detained activist Joaquín Elo Ayeto and respect his rights to health, counsel, and family.