K. Chad Clay
@kchadclay.bsky.social
Human Rights Person (@humanrightsperson.bsky.social). Co-Founder, HRMI (@rightstracker.bsky.social). Center Director & Associate Professor. Music Enthusiast. Views are my own and are not endorsed by my employer; reposts & likes are not endorsements. He/Him
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K. Chad Clay
@kchadclay.bsky.social
· Dec 11
You’re a Human Rights Person, You Just Don’t Know It Yet | K. Chad Clay | TEDxUGA
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Happy Human Rights Day! The UN adopted the Universal Declaration of Human Rights 75 years ago today, a monumental achievement that many don't know about. Earlier this year, I gave a talk at TEDxUGA about why I think human rights should be more important in our daily lives. You can check it out here.
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💰 Our new groundbreaking research reveals over $500 million of KiwiSaver & other retail investments have been lent to governments on “high alert” for human rights violations.
Most investors have no idea — but our savings are helping fund state activities in countries with poor human rights records.
Most investors have no idea — but our savings are helping fund state activities in countries with poor human rights records.
Sovereign Bond Investing and Human Rights: An Analysis of New Zealand’s Retail Investment Funds | Motu
www.motu.nz
November 12, 2025 at 11:01 PM
💰 Our new groundbreaking research reveals over $500 million of KiwiSaver & other retail investments have been lent to governments on “high alert” for human rights violations.
Most investors have no idea — but our savings are helping fund state activities in countries with poor human rights records.
Most investors have no idea — but our savings are helping fund state activities in countries with poor human rights records.
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❗💰Did you see today's #KiwiSaver news? Half a billion dollars of our retirement savings are being lent to governments with the very worst human rights records.
👉🏽Here's a good article on the research from @interestnz.nzcow.com : www.interest.co.nz/bonds/136006...
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👉🏽Here's a good article on the research from @interestnz.nzcow.com : www.interest.co.nz/bonds/136006...
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Gap in the system when it comes to sovereign bonds and human rights, researcher says
Motu Research calls on fund managers and industry bodies to set up systems that consider human rights when it comes to investing in government bonds
www.interest.co.nz
November 5, 2025 at 5:45 AM
❗💰Did you see today's #KiwiSaver news? Half a billion dollars of our retirement savings are being lent to governments with the very worst human rights records.
👉🏽Here's a good article on the research from @interestnz.nzcow.com : www.interest.co.nz/bonds/136006...
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👉🏽Here's a good article on the research from @interestnz.nzcow.com : www.interest.co.nz/bonds/136006...
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💰 Our new research finds over $500 million of KiwiSaver and other retail investments are lent to governments on “high alert” for human rights violations. This hidden corner of ethical investing — sovereign bonds — has flown under the radar. It’s time to change that. See more in comments below👇🏽
Sovereign Bond Investing and Human Rights: An Analysis of New Zealand’s Retail Investment Funds | Motu
www.motu.nz
November 6, 2025 at 12:16 AM
💰 Our new research finds over $500 million of KiwiSaver and other retail investments are lent to governments on “high alert” for human rights violations. This hidden corner of ethical investing — sovereign bonds — has flown under the radar. It’s time to change that. See more in comments below👇🏽
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There’s still time to apply to the GLOBIS Human Rights Research Lab!
Applications are due THIS SUNDAY October 19 at 11:59pm. Find the application and more information at spia.uga.edu/departments-....
Applications are due THIS SUNDAY October 19 at 11:59pm. Find the application and more information at spia.uga.edu/departments-....
October 15, 2025 at 3:50 PM
There’s still time to apply to the GLOBIS Human Rights Research Lab!
Applications are due THIS SUNDAY October 19 at 11:59pm. Find the application and more information at spia.uga.edu/departments-....
Applications are due THIS SUNDAY October 19 at 11:59pm. Find the application and more information at spia.uga.edu/departments-....
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1 MONTH until the priority deadline to apply to GLOBIS summer study away programs!
By applying before the priority deadline of November 1, you guarantee a full review of your application. Considering studying away? Learn more about GLOBIS programs and apply today at spia.uga.edu/undergraduat....
By applying before the priority deadline of November 1, you guarantee a full review of your application. Considering studying away? Learn more about GLOBIS programs and apply today at spia.uga.edu/undergraduat....
October 1, 2025 at 7:02 PM
1 MONTH until the priority deadline to apply to GLOBIS summer study away programs!
By applying before the priority deadline of November 1, you guarantee a full review of your application. Considering studying away? Learn more about GLOBIS programs and apply today at spia.uga.edu/undergraduat....
By applying before the priority deadline of November 1, you guarantee a full review of your application. Considering studying away? Learn more about GLOBIS programs and apply today at spia.uga.edu/undergraduat....
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Putting numbers to vibes. The confluence of these levels of global geopolitical risk and global trade policy uncertainty hasn't been seen in at least 40 years (as far back as both series go).
September 22, 2025 at 7:42 PM
Putting numbers to vibes. The confluence of these levels of global geopolitical risk and global trade policy uncertainty hasn't been seen in at least 40 years (as far back as both series go).
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I’ve seen a lot of trans folks get outraged at Kamala Harris over this news article
A brief thread on why I would really suggest *reading* the outrage bait posted about our community by major media platforms before hitting “post” on social media
Here we go… 🧵
A brief thread on why I would really suggest *reading* the outrage bait posted about our community by major media platforms before hitting “post” on social media
Here we go… 🧵
Kamala Harris cites concerns about trans athletes in her book
The Trump campaign attacked Harris over her positions on transgender rights. She says they were misconstrued.
www.politico.com
September 20, 2025 at 5:01 PM
I’ve seen a lot of trans folks get outraged at Kamala Harris over this news article
A brief thread on why I would really suggest *reading* the outrage bait posted about our community by major media platforms before hitting “post” on social media
Here we go… 🧵
A brief thread on why I would really suggest *reading* the outrage bait posted about our community by major media platforms before hitting “post” on social media
Here we go… 🧵
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It’s SPIA Giving Day!
By donating to GLOBIS, you support opportunities for SPIA students to study away, gain experiential learning credit, and conduct human rights research. Donate to the GLOBIS fund today at give.uga.edu/funders/spia....
By donating to GLOBIS, you support opportunities for SPIA students to study away, gain experiential learning credit, and conduct human rights research. Donate to the GLOBIS fund today at give.uga.edu/funders/spia....
September 18, 2025 at 1:59 PM
It’s SPIA Giving Day!
By donating to GLOBIS, you support opportunities for SPIA students to study away, gain experiential learning credit, and conduct human rights research. Donate to the GLOBIS fund today at give.uga.edu/funders/spia....
By donating to GLOBIS, you support opportunities for SPIA students to study away, gain experiential learning credit, and conduct human rights research. Donate to the GLOBIS fund today at give.uga.edu/funders/spia....
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Conduct research in Athens and beyond with GLOBIS!
All students taking part in GLOBIS research opportunities are eligible to apply for a $1,000 research grant through the Center for Undergraduate Research Opportunities (CURO). Find more information at spia.uga.edu/departments-....
All students taking part in GLOBIS research opportunities are eligible to apply for a $1,000 research grant through the Center for Undergraduate Research Opportunities (CURO). Find more information at spia.uga.edu/departments-....
September 17, 2025 at 6:13 PM
Conduct research in Athens and beyond with GLOBIS!
All students taking part in GLOBIS research opportunities are eligible to apply for a $1,000 research grant through the Center for Undergraduate Research Opportunities (CURO). Find more information at spia.uga.edu/departments-....
All students taking part in GLOBIS research opportunities are eligible to apply for a $1,000 research grant through the Center for Undergraduate Research Opportunities (CURO). Find more information at spia.uga.edu/departments-....
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Applications are NOW OPEN for UGA GLOBIS study away programs!
Explore your opportunities to live, learn, and research away with GLOBIS! Learn more and apply today at globis.uga.edu.
Apply before November 1 to guarantee a full review of your application.
Explore your opportunities to live, learn, and research away with GLOBIS! Learn more and apply today at globis.uga.edu.
Apply before November 1 to guarantee a full review of your application.
September 16, 2025 at 7:36 PM
Applications are NOW OPEN for UGA GLOBIS study away programs!
Explore your opportunities to live, learn, and research away with GLOBIS! Learn more and apply today at globis.uga.edu.
Apply before November 1 to guarantee a full review of your application.
Explore your opportunities to live, learn, and research away with GLOBIS! Learn more and apply today at globis.uga.edu.
Apply before November 1 to guarantee a full review of your application.
I'm on research leave from teaching this semester (still have admin duties for GLOBIS), and it's great. I'm really getting a lot done. At the same time, @brennanleemulligan.bsky.social (as GRRM) wasn't completely wrong about this.
September 16, 2025 at 4:37 PM
I'm on research leave from teaching this semester (still have admin duties for GLOBIS), and it's great. I'm really getting a lot done. At the same time, @brennanleemulligan.bsky.social (as GRRM) wasn't completely wrong about this.
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I was very honored to receive the Hendrix College Humanitarian Award back in April. Several people asked for the text from my speech, and I've finally posted it. TLDR: While it feels like the world is pushing the other direction, those who care about human rights still have the tools to push back.
A Humanitarian Award in Inhumane Times
At Alumni Weekend back in April, the Hendrix College Alumni Association presented me with the Hendrix College Humanitarian Award. Given to “living alumni who have significantly improved the quality of life in the world through their service and dedication to…
At Alumni Weekend back in April, the Hendrix College Alumni Association presented me with the Hendrix College Humanitarian Award. Given to “living alumni who have significantly improved the quality of life in the world through their service and dedication to…
A Humanitarian Award in Inhumane Times
At Alumni Weekend back in April, the Hendrix College Alumni Association presented me with the Hendrix College Humanitarian Award. Given to “living alumni who have significantly improved the quality of life in the world through their service and dedication to humanity,” it’s one of the greatest honors I've ever received. Getting an award like this from my undergraduate alma mater, which has already given me so much, filled me with gratitude.
humanrightsperson.com
September 14, 2025 at 6:49 PM
I was very honored to receive the Hendrix College Humanitarian Award back in April. Several people asked for the text from my speech, and I've finally posted it. TLDR: While it feels like the world is pushing the other direction, those who care about human rights still have the tools to push back.
I was very honored to receive the Hendrix College Humanitarian Award back in April. Several people asked for the text from my speech, and I've finally posted it. TLDR: While it feels like the world is pushing the other direction, those who care about human rights still have the tools to push back.
A Humanitarian Award in Inhumane Times
At Alumni Weekend back in April, the Hendrix College Alumni Association presented me with the Hendrix College Humanitarian Award. Given to “living alumni who have significantly improved the quality of life in the world through their service and dedication to…
At Alumni Weekend back in April, the Hendrix College Alumni Association presented me with the Hendrix College Humanitarian Award. Given to “living alumni who have significantly improved the quality of life in the world through their service and dedication to…
A Humanitarian Award in Inhumane Times
At Alumni Weekend back in April, the Hendrix College Alumni Association presented me with the Hendrix College Humanitarian Award. Given to “living alumni who have significantly improved the quality of life in the world through their service and dedication to humanity,” it’s one of the greatest honors I've ever received. Getting an award like this from my undergraduate alma mater, which has already given me so much, filled me with gratitude.
humanrightsperson.com
September 14, 2025 at 6:49 PM
I was very honored to receive the Hendrix College Humanitarian Award back in April. Several people asked for the text from my speech, and I've finally posted it. TLDR: While it feels like the world is pushing the other direction, those who care about human rights still have the tools to push back.
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When speaking to Tommy Robinson at the far right demonstration in London today, Elon Musk wore a t-shirt saying "What would Orwell think?"
So let's dive in - what would George Orwell think about Tommy Robinson and Elon Musk? 🧵
So let's dive in - what would George Orwell think about Tommy Robinson and Elon Musk? 🧵
September 13, 2025 at 10:37 PM
When speaking to Tommy Robinson at the far right demonstration in London today, Elon Musk wore a t-shirt saying "What would Orwell think?"
So let's dive in - what would George Orwell think about Tommy Robinson and Elon Musk? 🧵
So let's dive in - what would George Orwell think about Tommy Robinson and Elon Musk? 🧵
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The application for the Spring 2026 cohort of the GLOBIS Human Rights Research Lab is NOW OPEN!
The GHRRL is a selective program for students interested in getting hands-on experience with human rights research.
Apply to the GHRRL by October 19 at spia.uga.edu/departments-....
The GHRRL is a selective program for students interested in getting hands-on experience with human rights research.
Apply to the GHRRL by October 19 at spia.uga.edu/departments-....
Human Rights Research & Education - SPIA
GLOBIS human rights projects make human rights data available and accessible to people all over the globe, produce cutting-edge research on the causes and consequences of human rights practices, and t...
spia.uga.edu
September 3, 2025 at 8:37 PM
The application for the Spring 2026 cohort of the GLOBIS Human Rights Research Lab is NOW OPEN!
The GHRRL is a selective program for students interested in getting hands-on experience with human rights research.
Apply to the GHRRL by October 19 at spia.uga.edu/departments-....
The GHRRL is a selective program for students interested in getting hands-on experience with human rights research.
Apply to the GHRRL by October 19 at spia.uga.edu/departments-....
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You do _not_ have to reply to an email as soon as you receive it. Sending an email at a weird time does not mean you expect a response at a weird time.
September 1, 2025 at 3:56 PM
You do _not_ have to reply to an email as soon as you receive it. Sending an email at a weird time does not mean you expect a response at a weird time.
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GLOBIS is Hiring!
GLOBIS is seeking a high-achieving, detail-oriented researcher to support the Center’s Human Rights Research and Education programs.
Interested in joining our team? Learn more about the position and apply by August 18 on UGA Job Search by searching “GLOBIS” or Posting # S13896P
GLOBIS is seeking a high-achieving, detail-oriented researcher to support the Center’s Human Rights Research and Education programs.
Interested in joining our team? Learn more about the position and apply by August 18 on UGA Job Search by searching “GLOBIS” or Posting # S13896P
July 23, 2025 at 6:29 PM
GLOBIS is Hiring!
GLOBIS is seeking a high-achieving, detail-oriented researcher to support the Center’s Human Rights Research and Education programs.
Interested in joining our team? Learn more about the position and apply by August 18 on UGA Job Search by searching “GLOBIS” or Posting # S13896P
GLOBIS is seeking a high-achieving, detail-oriented researcher to support the Center’s Human Rights Research and Education programs.
Interested in joining our team? Learn more about the position and apply by August 18 on UGA Job Search by searching “GLOBIS” or Posting # S13896P
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Job alert! Please apply and/or share with your networks!
GLOBIS is hiring a Research Professional to work with us on our Human Rights Programs, especially the Human Rights Measurement Initiative (HRMI). (1/3)
www.ugajobsearch.com/postings/440...
GLOBIS is hiring a Research Professional to work with us on our Human Rights Programs, especially the Human Rights Measurement Initiative (HRMI). (1/3)
www.ugajobsearch.com/postings/440...
Research Professional
The Center for the Study of Global Issues (GLOBIS) is seeking a high-achieving, detail-oriented researcher to support the Center’s Human Rights Research and Education programs. In particular, this pos...
www.ugajobsearch.com
July 21, 2025 at 3:05 PM
Job alert! Please apply and/or share with your networks!
GLOBIS is hiring a Research Professional to work with us on our Human Rights Programs, especially the Human Rights Measurement Initiative (HRMI). (1/3)
www.ugajobsearch.com/postings/440...
GLOBIS is hiring a Research Professional to work with us on our Human Rights Programs, especially the Human Rights Measurement Initiative (HRMI). (1/3)
www.ugajobsearch.com/postings/440...
Job alert! Please apply and/or share with your networks!
GLOBIS is hiring a Research Professional to work with us on our Human Rights Programs, especially the Human Rights Measurement Initiative (HRMI). (1/3)
www.ugajobsearch.com/postings/440...
GLOBIS is hiring a Research Professional to work with us on our Human Rights Programs, especially the Human Rights Measurement Initiative (HRMI). (1/3)
www.ugajobsearch.com/postings/440...
Research Professional
The Center for the Study of Global Issues (GLOBIS) is seeking a high-achieving, detail-oriented researcher to support the Center’s Human Rights Research and Education programs. In particular, this pos...
www.ugajobsearch.com
July 21, 2025 at 3:05 PM
Job alert! Please apply and/or share with your networks!
GLOBIS is hiring a Research Professional to work with us on our Human Rights Programs, especially the Human Rights Measurement Initiative (HRMI). (1/3)
www.ugajobsearch.com/postings/440...
GLOBIS is hiring a Research Professional to work with us on our Human Rights Programs, especially the Human Rights Measurement Initiative (HRMI). (1/3)
www.ugajobsearch.com/postings/440...
This afternoon's work time vinyl: American Aquarium (@americanaquarium.bsky.social) - Lamentations
July 18, 2025 at 6:36 PM
This afternoon's work time vinyl: American Aquarium (@americanaquarium.bsky.social) - Lamentations
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The value of college, both at the individual and societal level, is that it creates more enlightened, thoughtful, and socially productive people. Education isn't a means to an end, it's an end in itself. The view that education is a job training program is both misguided and anti-intellectual.
among the things we apparently need to do a better job of going forward - as a society, it seems - is communicating the basic conceit of what learning is and why we value it. a problem that we in higher ed share with our K-12 colleagues
June 30, 2025 at 2:46 PM
The value of college, both at the individual and societal level, is that it creates more enlightened, thoughtful, and socially productive people. Education isn't a means to an end, it's an end in itself. The view that education is a job training program is both misguided and anti-intellectual.
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Ring the bell! Former GLOBIS Human Rights Lab Director Dr. Meridith LaVelle has successfully defended her dissertation. She will be a Humboldt Research Fellow at the University of Mannheim in the Fall. Congratulations, Dr. LaVelle!
June 25, 2025 at 4:13 PM
Ring the bell! Former GLOBIS Human Rights Lab Director Dr. Meridith LaVelle has successfully defended her dissertation. She will be a Humboldt Research Fellow at the University of Mannheim in the Fall. Congratulations, Dr. LaVelle!
I'm happy to present Dr. Meridith LaVelle! Dr. LaVelle successfully defended her dissertation this morning. She will be a Humboldt Research Fellow at the University of Mannheim this fall. A huge thanks to her other committee members, Amanda Murdie, Danny Hill, and Jeffrey Berejikian.
June 24, 2025 at 6:32 PM
I'm happy to present Dr. Meridith LaVelle! Dr. LaVelle successfully defended her dissertation this morning. She will be a Humboldt Research Fellow at the University of Mannheim this fall. A huge thanks to her other committee members, Amanda Murdie, Danny Hill, and Jeffrey Berejikian.