Past Events
Day of Service - Food Drive and Food Security Discussion
Contribute to our day of service by donating non-perishable food and personal hygiene items for Cougar Pantry. Donations accepted now through November 11 in the Human Rights Institute.
Please join us for a conversation with student leaders from the Human Rights Institute, Diversity Council on Global Education and Citizenship, Center for Leadership and Service, and President's Advisory Council discussing food security with Ndaba Mandela.
November 11, 2024 at 3:15pm in the HRI Gallery
Catching a Fire: Film Screening and Discussion
Monday, November 11, 2024 at 6-8pm
Please join us at the Human Rights Institute Gallery. Opening remarks will be made by Kean University's Senior Human Rights Fellow, Ndaba Mandela.
For more information, please contact: Mindy Goldstein, goldsmin@kean.edu
Sports for Social Change and Advocacy
*By invitation only
Please join the Human Rights Institute, Kean Athletics, and KUBS for our two-part Sports for Social Change and Advocacy program
Part 1: Roundtable conversation between Ndaba Mandela and professional sports team executives to discuss how sports are used to promote human rights issues.
November 12, 2024 at 2:00pm in the HRI Gallery
Part 2: Kean student athletes will join Ndaba Mandela and professional sports team executives for drill sessions with local youth at our field day program.
November 12, 2024 at 3:45pm at the Kean Alumni Stadium
Career Day Expo and Panel Discussion
Please join the Human Rights Institute for a Career Day expo, featuring local NGOs and non-profit groups. Immediately following, leadership from these organizations will engage in a Q&A about the future of human rights careers.
Career Fair - 11am to 3pm
Career Panel - 3:15 to 4:30pm
Wednesday, November 13, 2024
STEM Building, 1075 Morris Avenue, Union, NJ 07083
No registration necessary
Distinguished Lecture Series
Join the Human Rights Institute at Kean University for the Distinguished Lecture Series featuring Ndaba Mandela. Mandela is a passionate advocate for reconciliation, healing, and justice. He is carrying forward his grandfather’s legacy of hope and empowerment, and is the co-founder and chairman of the Africa Rising Foundation and the Mandela Institute for Humanity. Mandela is dedicated to uplifting the next generation of leaders and fighting for social justice.
During this special lecture, Mandela will share his insights and experiences. His recent book, Going to the Mountain: Life Lessons from My Grandfather, Nelson Mandela, will be available for purchase.
Thursday, November 14, 2024 at 4:30pm in the NAAB Auditorium. Admission is free of charge for Kean students, faculty, or staff. For tickets and community pricing, please visit the Kean Stage webpage for more information.
“Human Rights and Social Change: Where Do We Go from Here?”
Join the Human Rights Institute for a conversation with the grandson of Nelslon Mandela and one of the most influential activists of the 21st century, Ndaba Mandela. This open-ended discussion will address the future of human rights and social justice advocacy.
Friday, November 15 at 3:15pm in the Little Theatre
Light refreshments will be served
Interfaith Voting Event: Reflecting on Post-Election Results
Monday, November 18, 2024 at 1:00pm in Townsend 112, Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Join the Voting Squad and Interfaith Advisory Council for a post-election discussion on the significance of voting through an interfaith lens. This event will bring together voices from various faith backgrounds to reflect on the election results and explore how civil engagement, community, and social responsibility are embraced across different religious traditions.
Also, come see the newly opened prayer room and have pizza!
Co-curricular and professional development available.
For more information, please contact: Sarah Coykendall, Managing Assistant Director, coykends@kean.edu | 908-737-4632