This work-focused, course-based placement provides HREQ majors with an intensive experiential education opportunity in their fourth year in exchange for academic credit. You will apply your skills and knowledge in the area of human rights and equity as you work with community organizations, government agencies, non-profit agencies or other relevant groups. In addition to exploring the relationship between human rights theory and praxis, topics examined in the course include advocacy, teamwork and community-building; professionalism, privacy and ethics; and cultural sensitivity, self-identification and intersectionality in the workplace. Placements will comprise 4 hours per week with the partner organization, for a total of 96 hours across two terms. Seminars will be held every other week for the duration of the course.
How to Apply
Review course prerequisites.
Check your assigned enrolment date and time prior to the Fall term.
Enrol in HREQ 4460 6.00 using the Registration & Enrolment Module.
FAQ
What is a placement?
Placements are designed to help you connect competencies and skills learned in the classroom with hands-on work experience in an organizational setting. These placements focus on career exploration, employability and professional skill development, with an emphasis on achieving specific course learning outcomes. Since placements are tied to a course, you earn academic credit. Placements are completed on a part-time basis to ensure you can balance your coursework and other commitments.
What are the prerequisites to enroll in the HREQ placement course?
You must have completed 84 credits including HREQ 1010, 2030, 3010 and 3100.
What kind of work can I complete during placement?
Placement opportunities will help you appreciate the opportunities and challenges that come with implementing human rights in practice. You will enhance your ability to work as part of a larger team on issues of rights, equity and social justice and develop skills related to advocacy and diplomacy. Through a series of critical reflections, you will explore your growth as human rights practitioners, while a final knowledge mobilization project will give you the opportunity to share aspects of your experience with other course members.
How many hours do I need to complete for placement?
Placements will comprise 4 hours per week with the partner organization, for a total of 192 hours. Seminars will be held every other week for the duration of the course.
How can I find a placement for this course?
The Course Director will work with you to match you with a vetted partner, pending availability.
How are placements graded?
Please review the course outline carefully at the start of the term. A significant portion of your grade depends on your performance during the placement and your supervisor will also be asked to provide an evaluation.
What about insurance?
The Ministry of Colleges and Universities (MCU) provides Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) coverage (or, in some instances, other insurance coverage) for Ontario post-secondary students who are completing an unpaid placement as a part of their course/program.
Note
Please note that the placement cannot begin until an Agreement between York University and the Placement Organization is signed. The EE Office will work with your Course Director to facilitate this process.
Questions?
Please email the Experiential Education (EE) team at eelaps@yorku.ca for more information.