JustJourneys

On the path to rights for all

Share in the enduring hopes, struggles, and successes of human-rights defenders in the United States and around the world. Come on a Just Journey.

Far from tourism, JustJourneys are unique educational travel experiences that focus on human-rights and social-justice issues. During the course of a typical seven-to-ten-day JustJourney, participants meet UUSC program partners and other human-rights defenders in their local communities in order to learn about and see human-rights work firsthand. Past themes include:

• Justice and reconciliation in Guatemala
• Economic justice and women's labor rights in Mexico
• Indigenous communities and the human right to water in Guatemala

Each JustJourney includes an overview of the historical, cultural, social, and economic context in which a human-rights struggle has developed, as well as opportunities to hear from many different concerned groups. Participants return inspired and well-informed, with tools to become more effective human-rights activists in their own right. It is a unique opportunity to hear new perspectives, reflect together, and develop action steps for creating change so that human rights may be fully realized for everyone.

We are broadening our JustJourneys to other regions of the world. Check back regularly for information on upcoming trips!

Develop your own JustJourney curriculum

Any congregation, group, or institution with an interest in international social justice can submit a proposal for a custom JustJourney. UUSC will work with you to establish the best possible JustJourney curriculum based on your objectives and UUSC's program work. For more information, please contact us.

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