SOLD OUT: Film Screening & Exclusive Discussion: First to Stand: The Cases and Causes of Irwin Cotler
First to Stand is an international-award-winning documentary that delves into the cases and causes of Irwin Cotler, former Canadian Minister of Justice, Nobel Prize nominee, and global human rights advocate. His relentless work defending political prisoners and upholding democratic values is brought to life in this riveting film through his defense of activists worldwide, including Natan Sharansky, Nelson Mandela and pioneering Iranian American journalist Masih Alinejad.
Join a powerful post-film discussion with acclaimed director Irene Lilienheim Angelico and renowned international human rights lawyer Brandon Silver, Director of Policy and Projects at the Raoul Wallenberg Centre for Human Rights. A 2024 Magnitsky Award laureate, Silver has played a pivotal role in the release and resettlement of political prisoners and hostages, including Russian dissident Vladimir Kara-Murza. He is also a trusted advisor to democratic governments, parliaments, and global institutions, and is at the forefront of a growing international movement to defend human rights and advance personal freedom.
Moderated by Rick Salomon, Executive Committee and Board Member of Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center and Senior Fellow to Irwin Cotler’s Raoul Wallenberg Centre for Human Rights, this not-be-missed screening and discussion will inspire everyone standing up for human rights in today’s world.
Run Time: 1 hour 21 minutes.
This event is at capacity. Thank you for your interest.
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