The power of storytelling for human rights
Episode 6
Hosts: Carol Eugene Park & Rumneek Johal
UBC alum and digital activist Daniella Barreto (MSc’17) joins From Here Forward to discuss her new podcast with Amnesty International Canada — Rights Back At You — which explores anti-Black racism, policing, and surveillance in Canada. A public health graduate turned podcaster, Barreto is “passing the mic” to people working towards a more equitable future — and revealing the power of audio storytelling in the process.
Other Episodes in this Series
UBC’s Dr. Lori Daniels answers burning questions about BC’s increasingly severe wildfires.
UBC’s key planners discuss the future of the Vancouver and Okanagan campuses.
The CBC’s Justin McElroy (BA’11) on journalism, the value of niche storytelling, and more.
Explore UBC’s evolution into a top research university, with our VP of Research & Innovation.
UBC historians share fascinating campus stories — including tales that just might surprise you.
UBC’s Dr. Pieter Cullis played a pivotal role in the success of the mRNA COVID vaccines.
Rapper and singer bbno$ ("baby no money") talks about his path to astounding musical success.
Just before his departure, Santa Ono spoke with Carol and Rumneek about his time at UBC.
UBC’s Dr. Greg Dipple discusses how his company is using mining waste for carbon capture.
Carol and Rumneek speak with UBC prof and filmmaker Shannon Walsh about her latest film.
Hosts Carol and Rumneek discuss amazing things UBC and its alumni are doing around the world.