The Right to Learn: From Global Principles to Canadian Classrooms 

May 11, 2026 | 12 PM - 1 PM ET

Education is universally recognized as a human right. But where does this idea come from and what does it mean in practice? In this panel conversation we will explore the origins of the right to education internationally and in Canada, before debunking some of the common myths and misconceptions around the right to education. 

Meet our panelists: 

• Sara Austin, Founder & CEO, Child First Canada 

• Jean-Frédéric Hübsch, Ph.D. Candidate, Faculty of Law, University of Ottawa & Executive Member, Child and Youth Law Section, Canadian Bar Association 

• Geneviève Grégoire-Labrecque, PhD Candidate, Applied Human Sciences, Concordia University