Our Mission
Our Mission
Our Mission
FAAVM is the leading Canadian international minority rights organization, working to secure rights for ethnic, religious and linguistic minorities, in accordance with domestic and International human rights law
Our Mandate
Our Mission
Our Mission
Inspired by the provisions of article 27 of the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights, we strengthen civil society movements working to combat discrimination and promote equality
Our Purpose
Our Mission
Our Purpose
The FAAVM strives for coordinated, effective and sustained national and international support for sustainable peace, security, socioeconomic development, human rights and social justice
Minority Rights under International Law
The Protection of National Minorities
All countries in the world include persons belonging to national or ethnic, religious and linguistic minorities, enriching the diversity of their societies. Minorities face multiple forms of discrimination resulting in marginalization and exclusion. To achieve effective participation of minorities and end their exclusion, we must embrace diversity through the promotion and implementation of international human rights standards.
Adopted by consensus in 1992, the purpose of the United Nations Minorities Declaration is the promotion and protection of the rights of persons belonging to national or ethnic, religious and linguistic minorities and as such to contribute to the political and social stability of States in which they live. Persons belonging to national or ethnic, religious and linguistic minorities (hereinafter referred to as persons belonging to minorities) have the right to enjoy their own culture, to profess and practice their own religion, and to use their own language, in private and in public, freely and without interference or any form of discrimination.
Minorities in all regions of the world face serious threats, and discrimination. They are frequently excluded from taking part fully in the economic, political and social life of their countries. Today, minority communities face new challenges, including legislation, policies and practices that may unjustly impede or even violate minority rights.
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Inspired by the provisions of article 27 of the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights concerning the rights of persons belonging to ethnic, religious and linguistic minorities. Considering that the promotion and protection of the rights of persons belonging to national, religious and linguistic minorities contribute to the political and social stability of States in which they live.
Canada's Prime International Minority Organization
An Interfaith Dialogue for Peace and Security
“An Interfaith Dialogue for Peace and Security” is a milestone in interfaith research and teaching. It brings acceptance and more in-depth understanding of various religious, spiritual and philosophical beliefs. My hope is that we can promote respect and tolerance towards people of differing religious and philosophical views and practices. This publication also serves as a reference material for doctoral student, professors, scholars, academic institutions, teachers; and anyone interested in furthering understanding of world religions.
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