Government of New Brunswick

Randy Dickinson – Chairperson 2010-2015

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Randy Dickinson visited the Commission during December 2016 to contribute to our celebration of the Commission’s 50-year legacy. Mr. Dickinson shared his memories from his time as Chairperson, and provided his insight into human rights issues and possibilities for the future. During his visit, Mr. Dickinson addressed the following questions. Click the hyperlinks that follow the questions to open videos of his answers.

Interview with Past Chairpersons

Questions and Responses

When you look back on your time as Chairperson, what defining case, accomplishment or even disappointment stands out?

Praising Staff

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What accomplishment or change were you most pleased with as you passed the torch to the Commission’s next Chairperson?

Improved Service

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When you completed your time as Chairperson, what did you see as the next big challenge for the Commission? Did it arise as you expected? Was the Commission able to meet the challenge?

Thoughts on Education

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Is there a particular human right, a social group, a part of the world, a movement or trend that you feel we are overlooking today as we think about human rights?

The Rise of “Fake News”

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Based on your experience, what partnerships involving the Commission have been particularly effective in advancing human rights in New Brunswick? What partnerships should the Commission develop to support the continuing evolution of human rights in the province?

Partnering with Schools

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