Rosalie Silberman Abella

Rosalie Silberman Abella is a notable Canadian jurist and legal scholar, recognized for her contributions to human rights and equality law. Born in 1936, she was the first Jewish woman appointed to the Supreme Court of Canada. Abella is known for her innovative understanding of social justice, particularly through her work on the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms. She has also served on various international human rights tribunals and chaired inquiries into issues like systemic racism. Abella's influence extends beyond the bench, as she has shaped legal thought and policy on equality and diversity in Canada and internationally.