A global examination of human rights: A musical perspective

Your group assignment is not about sharing personal perspectives on your topic. It is about using music as a resource, and sharing multiple viewpoints and opinions from musicians around the world. Gender equality Seneca Falls (July, 1848) marks the early and influential start of the American Womans rights movement. Compare womens equality in America to gender equality in other parts of the world, India, Africa, Asia, The Middle East, etc. Examine recent events in Pakistan and India and elsewhere that have sparked global outrage. Film: Girl Rising
The movie tells the stories of nine girls from different parts of the world who face arranged marriages, child slavery, and other heartbreaking injustices. Despite these obstacles, the brave girls offer hope and inspiration. By getting an education, they're able to break barriers and create change. Each girl's story was written by a renowned writer from her native country.