What is our duty to the community?
The last day of camp is unusual because the theme is not a human right, but rather a duty. Article 29 of Universal Declaration of Human Rights states, "Everyone has…
Actions you can take to create peace
All summer, we've been highlighting the human rights our campers have been exploring at camp and offering you ways you can act in solidarity to create more peace and justice.…
The freedom of conscience is central to peacebuilding
One of the most meaningful ideas our campers learn about at camp is the right to freedom of conscience. At the age of 13 and 14, they are very focused on developing…
The right to food
Our third and final group of 2017 campers arrived at Koinonia Farm yesterday. Our counselors are tired, yet inspired to see the passion and commitment of our campers. Today, we explore…
Your right to a fair trial is essential because…
Our campers just returned from Ellenton, Georgia, where we had a very FULL two days. We restocked a food pantry for migrant farm workers, took a tour of local farms…
Healthcare – a right for all!
If only our Senators, Representatives, and President could attend Peacebuilders Camp this summer! Though the debate in Congress centers around whether healthcare is a right or a commodity, we believe strongly that…
Who doesn’t have access to the arts?
To be excluded from participation in the arts might not seem as essential as lacking access to the right to food, clothing, or housing. But human rights are often interconnected…
Express yourself! (and help others access this right)
We hear a lot about freedom of speech as laid out in the U.S. Bill of Rights. However, the Universal Declaration of Human Rights takes a slightly different approach in Article…
Rest and Leisure are Human Rights
In a country with as much wealth and privilege as the United States, it can be easy to forget that many people do not have access to their human right to…
How to have a Human Rights 4th of July
Here at Peacebuilders Camp, we recognize that not everyone has access rights that many people celebrate in the United States on the 4th of July. So we'll be celebrating U.S.…