$Human Rights \u2013 A Moral Compass$

A celebration marking the 75th anniversary of the ECHR, Human Rights Day, and the 25th anniversary of the HRA
About this Event

Join René Cassin for “Human Rights – A Moral Compass,” a unique celebration marking the 75th anniversary of the European Convention on Human Rights, Human Rights Day, and the 25th anniversary of the Human Rights Act. This inspiring event explores the deep Jewish roots of the modern human rights framework. Featuring a dynamic panel of speakers, including leading Jewish human rights advocates, discussion and reflection, we will honour the legacy of Monsieur René Cassin and examine how human rights continue to support marginalised communities today.

Chair: Francesca Klug OBE

Professor Francesca Klug is a Visiting Professor at LSE Human Rights, where she was formerly Director of the Human Rights Futures Project. As a Senior Research Fellow at King's College London Law School, she advised the Government on devising and implementing the 1998 Human Rights Act, subsequently working with senior ministers on human rights and constitutional reform. She was a Commissioner on the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) from 2006-9. Francesca is also a member of René Cassin's Advisory Board.

Speakers

• Karen Lewis is Director of Client Services at Jewish Women’s Aid (JWA), the UK charity supporting Jewish women and girls affected by domestic abuse and sexual violence. She oversees JWA’s advocacy, counselling and helpline services, ensuring they are delivered to the highest standards of professionalism, compassion, and cultural sensitivity. Karen works closely with service managers, staff, and volunteers to provide safe pathways for survivors. She is committed to safeguarding and survivor-centred practice.

• Martha Spurrier is a human rights barrister, campaigner and policy expert at Doughty Street Chambers. From 2016 - 2024, she was the Director of the UK’s leading human rights NGO, Liberty, and before that, she worked at the Public Law Project and Mind. Martha is a Visiting Professor of Law at Goldsmiths University and a trustee of the Museum of Homelessness.