Across the globe, communities like the Uyghurs, Hazaras, Tigrayans, Tamils, Tibetans, and Tutsis face genocide and mass atrocities. Canada must not look away.
The Alliance of Genocide Victim Communities (AGVC) is calling on all MPs and political leaders to take a clear stand and commit to:
✅ Targeted sanctions on perpetrators
✅ Criminal prosecutions under Canada’s War Crimes Act
✅ Safe resettlement for survivors
✅ A Special Envoy on Genocide Prevention
✅ Strong action against repression, disinformation, and forced labour
✅ Recognition of ongoing genocides—including those of Hazaras and Tigrayans
In the face of genocide, silence is complicity.
Let's make Canada a leader in justice. Sign our letter here
Art Exhibit
Echoes of Resilience: A Tapestry of Survival
Exploring the transformative power of art—moving from memory and reflection towards actionable change.
“Echoes of Resilience” serves as both a memorial and an educational beacon—an art collection that not only honors the painful histories of genocide but also celebrates the unyielding spirit and cultural richness of the Tigrayan, Uyghur, Hazara, Tamil, Tibetan and Tutsi communities.
This thoughtful synthesis of art and history is intended to inspire reflection, dialogue, and ultimately, hope for a future defined by understanding and unity.
📍 Where: Human Rights Research and Education Centre, Fauteux Hall (5th floor)
When: March 30th - September 30th 2025
The Alliance of Genocide Victim Communities (AGVC) is dedicated to preventing and ending genocide through a multifaceted approach that includes awareness raising, advocacy, justice and accountability, education, and evidence collection and documentation.
We envision a world where genocide is no longer a threat, and where all people can live in peace, dignity, and freedom.
To achieve our goals, we will:
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Raise awareness about the reality and consequences of genocide, and the urgent need to prevent and respond to it.
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Hold perpetrators of genocide accountable for their crimes, and seek justice for victims and survivors.
05
Educate the public about the history and dynamics of genocide, and empower individuals and communities to take action to prevent it.
07
Celebrate the ongoing existence of every genocide victim community’s people and culture.
02
Advocate for coherent and consistent human rights policies in Canada, and work with policymakers to ensure that human rights are protected and promoted both domestically and internationally.
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Work to prevent genocide by identifying and addressing the root causes of violence and discrimination, and promoting tolerance, diversity, and inclusivity.
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Collect and document evidence of genocide, and use this evidence to support legal proceedings, advocacy efforts, and public awareness campaigns.
The Alliance of Genocide Victim Communities is committed to building a strong, diverse, peaceful and inclusive movement to prevent and end genocide and to ensure that the voices of survivors and victims are heard and respected.
Genocide Prevention 25
A Genocide Remembrance, Prevention and Condemnation Event
March 30th 2025- April 30th 2025
In a world where the shadows of past genocides linger and the threat of new atrocities looms, we, the Alliance of Genocide Victim Communities stand united in our commitment to remembrance, justice, and prevention. The "Genocide Prevention 25" conference, seminar and art exhibit serves as a clarion call to confront the enduring impact of genocide on communities within Canada and to forge a path toward a future free from such horrors.
Reverberate | A Genocide Prevention Conference | Sunday, March 30th, Univeristy of Ottawa.
Art Exhibit exploring the genocide experiences of Uyghur, Tutsi, Tibetan, Tigrayan, Hazara and Tamil communities. | Sunday March 30th - Wednesday April 30th 2025. University of Ottawa.
Justice, Human Rights and Human Dignity on the Horizon, A Parliamentary Seminar. Our call to action for Canadian Parliamentarians and Parliamentary Candidates from Canadian survivors of atrocity crimes during an election season. | Monday, March 31st | 10 AM - 11 AM ET | University of Ottawa.
Genocide Prevention 25 is brought to you by The Alliance of Genocide Victim Communities and funded by Heritage Canada.
The Honourable Ali Ehsassi,
Member of Parliament and Chair of the Foreign Affairs Committee.
Community Representative Speakers:
Dr. Tahir Shaaran - Hazara
Mehmet Tohti - Uyghur
Makeda Leul - Tigray
Roy Wignarajah - Tamil
Sherap Therchin - Tibet
Pascal Kenyemera - Tutsi
Moderated by Joanne M Hodges and James Joseph
Voices for Justice
Empowering Change to Remember, Condem and Prevent Genocide
April 17th 2024
AGVC 2024 Press Conference
Assessing the PRC's Assimilation Policies in Tibet
Ibuka Canada's launch
Opening day ceremony of the
third parliament’s tenth direct session
of the
Transnational Government of Tamileelam
Allies Combating Uyghur Forced Labour
International Conference on Genocide and Crimes Against Humanity
