The First Vermont People’s Convention for Human Rights will be held August 31 to September 2 in Burlington, Vermont. Modeled on collaborative events where like-minded NGOs gather to learn from one another, the People’s Convention will discuss problems and solutions for:

• The Right to Dignified Work
• 
Healthcare is a Human Right

• Right to a Healthy Environment & Livable Planet

• Human Right
s and Education
• Housing is a Human Right

• Human Rights in the Food System

Speaking about Dignified Work is Sherrill Gilbert, Vermont State Coordinator for the Healthy Workplace Campaign. Convention details can be found here.