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Glad to meet Pakistani HRD Ali Palh from the Sindh Human Rights Defenders Network at Mellemfolkeligt Samvirke | ActionAidDK's #PeoplePower Conference in Copenhagen earlier this week

J'ai depuis reçu une réponse du Gouvernement du #Maroc à ma communication sur la répression des défenseurs des droits humains au #SaharaOccidental Permanent Mission of Morocco to the UNOG Voir ▶️ srdefenders.org/maroc-repressi…

At #HRC58 I welcomed #Canada’s support for human rights defenders abroad. But I had to say it: Canadian extractive mining companies are putting defenders at risk all over the world. We need binding due diligence obligations, a stronger Canadian Ombudsperson (CORE), and real accountability.

#Sudan faces worsening humanitarian catastrophe as famine and conflict escalate: UN experts call for global action as 24.6 million people – about half the population of 🇸🇩 – are experiencing acute food insecurity, with 638,000 facing catastrophic hunger. ohchr.org/en/press-relea…

He estado siguiendo de cerca las audiencias de apelación en el proceso contra las 11 personas DDH de Cotabambas, #Perú, condenadas por su oposición al proyecto minero Las Bambas en un juicio que ya lleva casi 10 años. Nadie debe ser condenado por ejercer el derecho a defender los

#Italy: UN experts concerned by administrative enactment of problematic security bill, which includes provisions that are not aligned with international human rights law. ohchr.org/en/press-relea…

As its neighbours on both sides crack down on protest and freedom of expression, #Ireland must stay true to human rights values, and particularly its longstanding commitment to the defense of human rights defenders. ✍️ My op-ed in the Irish Examiner: irishexaminer.com/opinion/commen…

Very concerning to see the continued restriction in scope of permissible acts of protest & human rights defence in the #UK. Greenpeace used dye that posed no threat to the environment, wildlife or people nor did they breach any security. Yet they are still facing charges of

I'm hearing disturbing news about beatings, restricted family contact & other harassment of HRD Dauletmurat Tajimuratov in #Uzbekistan's KIN-11 colony. Deeply worrying – I’d already raised similar concerns and was assured by Gvt that his rights were respected. This must be

Concerned about yesterday’s arrest in #Montenegro of WHRD Dinara Smailova, & potential extradition as she faces criminal charges in Kazakhstan that may be in retaliation for her legitimate human rights work. Welcoming her release today by the High Court in Podgorica, following

He recibido noticias preocupantes sobre una campaña de desprestigio contra personas DDH de la Prensa Comunitaria Km169 en #Guatemala que parece buscar deslegitimar su labor periodística. Las autoridades deben investigar y garantizar el derecho a defender los derechos humano MINEX Guatemala 🇬🇹

J'ai reçu des informations inquiétantes sur la détention prolongée du DDH et poète togolais Honoré Sitsopé Sokpor, alias Affectio, depuis sa violente arrestation le 12 janvier 2025 pour avoir exercé son droit légitime à la liberté d'expression. Il doit être libéré Diplomatie Togolaise

Yesterday in Dublin, we met with the UN Special Rapporteur on Human Rights Defenders, Mary Lawlor UN Special Rapporteur HRDs, and her team to discuss the ongoing prosecution of HRDs in Saudi, including ill-treatment and medical neglect in detention, and lengthy travel bans imposed after their release.

I’m hearing disturbing news about legislative amendments adopted in #Georgia’s Parliament today after a rushed procedure, restricting foreign grants. Very concerned about impact on local HRDs. It's not too late – this should not be signed into law & must be consulted with civil

Human rights defenders detained in remote areas are more likely to be isolated from their support network & at risk of further abuse. At #HRC58 I urged States: ask about them, visit them, stay in touch with their families. If it were your loved one, wouldn’t you want the same?

I’m hearing disturbing news of new charges against HRD Leanid Sudalenka for “facilitating extremist activities”. He’s been persecuted for his human rights work before, which I’ve raised with the Govt. Also concerned his 87-yo mother is being harassed. #Belarus must stop targeting

I'm hearing disturbing news about the increased smear campaign against WHRD Baia Pataraia & Union Sapari, including demeaning comments on social media by the Speaker of the Parliament. The aim of the campaign appears to be to silence & discredit Ms. Pataraia & her organisation

Now public: I wrote to the Govt of #Ethiopia about several cases of suspension of civil society orgs in late 2024. Glad to see all suspensions have now been lifted. Freedom of association must be guaranteed Permanent Mission of Ethiopia, Geneva Read the full letter & Govt reply: srdefenders.org/ethiopia-alarm…

Disappointed to hear about the rearrest of lawyer & HRD Selçuk Kozağaçlı only hours after his release. He is one of 9 HRDs serving long sentences on unjustified terrorism charges for their peaceful work; I call for his release & that of the others immediately Türkiye at the UN Geneva