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Scholars at Risk (SAR) Student Advocacy

Welcome to Student Advocacy at USN where our passion for academic freedom and the protection of scholars is at the forefront of our mission. We're a dedicated community of students, faculty, and advocates committed to making a real impact on the global stage.

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Thought, Act and Impact

SARatUSN is a student led advocacy effort developed in collaboration with  Global SAR (Scholars at Risk) Network.

Committed to upholding the principles of academic freedom and defending the rights of scholars facing persecution, Student Advocacy at USN intends to be a voice of courage and change for global academic freedom and human rights working along with other advocacy fraternities worldwide.

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Our Focus

Centre of our mission is to uphold Academic freedom. We're here to defend the rights of scholars facing threats to their academic work or beliefs. Our commitment extends beyond our campus borders, as we join hands with SAR chapters worldwide in a united effort to protect intellectual inquiry and human rights.

Student-Led Advocacy

Students are the driving force behind our advocacy efforts. We empower students to actively engage in campaigns, awareness initiatives, and events that shed light on critical academic freedom issues. From organizing seminars and conferences to hosting guest speakers with firsthand experiences, our students play a pivotal role in shaping the conversation on campus and beyond.

Collaboration and Policy Advocacy

Students are the driving force behind our advocacy efforts. We empower students to actively engage in campaigns, awareness initiatives, and events that shed light on critical academic freedom issues. From organizing seminars and conferences to hosting guest speakers with firsthand experiences, our students play a pivotal role in shaping the conversation on campus and beyond.

Providing Safe Havens

We're proud to be part of a network that offers scholars a safe haven. USN collaborates SAR and with other institutions to provide scholars in danger with temporary academic positions, ensuring they can continue their important work while escaping persecution in their home countries.

Collaboration and Policy Advocacy

We believe in the power of collaboration. Student Advocacy in USN actively partners with other advocacy groups, human rights organizations, and academic institutions to amplify our impact. Together, we work towards policy changes that protect scholars and researchers at risk, both within our university and on a broader scale.

Volunteer with us

Join us at student.advocacy@usn.no on this incredible journey as we champion academic freedom, defend human rights, and create a more inclusive and supportive academic environment. At SAR at USN, your voice matters, and together, we can make a significant difference in the global fight for intellectual freedom.

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