Editorial: ISHR Newsletter May 2023
A busy time is behind us: after a long break, partly due to Covid, we were finally able to hold an International Council meeting in person and gather numerous representatives from National ISHR Sections and Working Groups in Bonn.
Germany: Welcome Speech of the Annual Meeting 2023
IGFM Chairman Edgar Lamm welcomes the guests of the Annual Meeting 2023 in Bonn
Germany: The IC Meeting brings Together HRDs from Across the World
On the 24th of April, the ISHR held its International Council that convened section heads from different countries from six continents.
Qatar: A Call for Qatar to Enforce Human Rights
At the annual meeting of the International Society for Human Rights (ISHR), Qatari civil rights activist Abdullah Al-Maliki called on the government of Qatar to respect human rights. In the absolute monarchy, laws are made solely by the ruler.
Iran: Young Woman Promotes Discussion about Religious Freedom
The 24-year-old has not only personally claimed the right to change her faith in Iran, where turning away from Islam is considered a crime. She has also gathered and published information about the persecution of dissidents by the totalitarian dictatorship, including the inhumane treatment of prisoners in Qarchak and Fashafoye prisons.
Iran: Renata Alt MdB Demands Support for the Protests in Iran
The FDP MP Renata Alt spoke at the IGFM conference on April 22, 2023, in Bonn. The Human Rights Committee Chair endorses the International Society for Human Rights sponsorship program and underlines the importance of the protests in Iran.
Sudan: The Events in Sudan are Not Isolated
Since the 2019 revolution that deposed the long-time ruler of Sudan Omar Al Bashir, the country has been through a series of political uncertainties. These uncertainties have been a large creation of the military past of Sudan.
Lithuania: Lithuanian Envoy calls for International Special Court
At the annual ISHR meeting in April 2023, Vaidotas Karvelis, Lithuanian envoy, called for an International Special Court. This is intended to complement the role of the International Criminal Court in condemning the war against Ukraine.
Uganda: Hashtag for Change
With the hashtag, we hush the oppression. (...) Social media activism stands as a tool stronger than any we’ve had.
Haiti: The Maroon Woman
My name is Lucia Dominique Pascale Solages. I am a Haitian feminist, political activist, and one of the co-founders of NÈGÈS MAWON (“Maroon Woman”).
Kenya: A Call for Support Towards Human Rights Defense in Kenya
Jane Njeri was 11 when her stepfather defiled her. She had known him as her father from a young age when her mother married her abuser.
Cameroon: Urgent Support for Cameroon Human Rights Defenders
The Centre for Human Rights and Democracy in Africa was founded in 2005, with the purpose to engage both Civil Society Organizations and the Government to enhance the respect and promotion of Human Rights in Cameroon.
Twitter Spaces: Young people talking about Human Rights situations around the World
We shall have an exciting Twitter Space where we’ll be discussing Human Rights situations around the world from the perspective of young people. Our panel of young activists and Human Rights experts will share their experiences and insights on the most pressing issues facing youth today.
Internship-Germany: Meet Sydney, Our New Student Intern
The ISHR Secretariat is delighted to welcome Sydney Wilhelmy, who is interning with us. Sydney is a phenomenal student at the University of Pittsburgh pursuing his Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science, specifically focusing on Human Rights and International Relations.
