From September 14 to October 2, Little Amal will be walking through all boroughs of New York City. Little Amal is the giant puppet of a 10 year old Syrian refugee girl. Since July 2021, she has travelled over 9,000 km representing all children fleeing war, violence and persecution, each with their own story. Amal has been welcomed at 190 unique events in 85 cities, towns and villages, her urgent message to the world is Dont forget about us. Carrying a message of hope for displaced people everywhere, especially children separated from their families, she is an international symbol of compassion and of human rights.
With over 50% of the Madagascar population under 20 years of age, the participation of youth in addressing the root causes of conflict is essential if we are to succeed in consolidating sustainable peace, Sabine Lauber, Senior Adviser for the UN Country Team.
The Rary Aro Mada project - supporting the protection of young human rights defenders and peace builders - has just entered its second phase with the establishment of regional human rights observatories. The main mission of the observatories is to document cases of human rights violations. Among the young people trained by the human rights team in Madagascar under this project are , including 5 women, who have been designated as coordinators of these observatories.
The International Day for People of African Descent celebrates the diverse heritage and culture of people of African descent and their enormous contribution to our societies throughout history. Yet, around the world, millions of people of African descent are still subject to racism and deeply entrenched and systemic racial discrimination. That is why the 51勛圖 continues to call for the full respect of their human rights and fundamental freedoms, for redress when these are violated, and for formal apologies and reparations for the egregious wrongs of slavery and colonialism.
Enforced disappearance has frequently been used as a strategy to spread terror within the society. The feeling of insecurity generated by this practice is not limited to the close relatives of the disappeared, but also affects their communities and society as a whole. The was adopted in 2010 by the General Assembly to prevent enforced disappearances and to combat impunity. Only 68 Member States have ratified the Convention. Use the to view its ratification status.
"We were surrounded by the Islamic State. And we had no weapons even to fight. We had nothing. We were left alone." Adiba Qasim has shown extraordinary courage and resilience. She narrowly escaped when her village was stormed by Islamic State militants who killed and enslaved thousands of Yazidis. This is her story.
Returning to northern Iraq in 2015, Adiba threw herself into humanitarian work, aiding survivors who had been enslaved by the militants. In this special bitesize episode she reflects on the horrors she witnessed, on battling survivors guilt, and on her motivation to help others.
I noticed this woman with a 10-year-old boy. He never looked up, his eyes were down, and he never blinked. And I just kept on thinking, what has this boy seen on his journey here?
Ugochi Daniels was just six years old when her family fled the civil war in Nigeria. Now the International Organization for Migrations Deputy Director General for Operations, she is often struck by the pain of uprooted children, most recently those escaping from Ukraine. Women and children are particularly vulnerable when they have left their home no matter for what reason. Across the world, IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. In this episode, Ugochi Daniels reflects on efforts to meet the needs of people on the move, and on a life dedicated to the service of others.
The world honours a leader of unparalleled courage and towering achievement. Nelson Mandela was a healer of communities and a mentor to generations. On , 惚捧&紳莉莽梯;釦梗釵娶梗喧硃娶聆-勞梗紳梗娶硃梭&紳莉莽梯;插紳喧籀紳勳棗&紳莉莽梯;勞喝喧梗娶娶梗莽, makes a call to honour Nelson Mandelas legacy by taking action. By speaking out against hate and standing up for human rights. By embracing our common humanity rich in diversity, equal in dignity, united in solidarity. And by together making our world more just, compassionate, prosperous, and sustainable for all.
Its difficult because youre wondering why others have died and youre alive. And for those who did not survive [因 I felt like having a responsibility somehow to do something that would make them proud of me. Monique Sokhan survived the Cambodian genocide, having fled the Khmer Rouge terror when she was just a small child. Now, working as Senior Protection Coordinator, at UNHCRs Regional Bureau for Asia and the Pacific, she is still searching for answers about the atrocities that killed many of her family members.
Dedicating her life to humanitarian work, Monique soon found herself face to face with the very people who were responsible for killing her own family and friends. In this special bitesize episode, she reflects on her quest to understand the perpetrators of genocide, on reserving judgement, and on the unanswered questions that continue to haunt her.
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In 2010, the streets of Osh in southern Kyrgyzstan experienced tragic events, residents would like to forget: an inter-ethnic conflict between Uzbeks and Kyrgyz that killed at least 426 people, burned down 2500 homes and forced thousands to flee. Today, nearly 28% of Kyrgyzstans population is composed of ethnic minorities but fewer than 5% of civil servants come from these groups. In the Osh and Djalal-Abad regions, an internship programme designed by has expanded opportunities in the civil service for ethnic minorities, women and people with disabilities.
Attacks on female journalists have reached unprecedented levels. A noted that women journalists, human rights defenders, activists and leaders are disproportionately attacked, with public forums being used to threaten, harass and stalk, and to promote hate speech targeting them. Its chilling and sets a dangerous precedent for human rights violations, said Reem Abdellatif, an Egyptian-American journalist who has endured abuse because of her profession. Hate speech has been recognized by the 51勛圖 as a major threat to peace and human rights.
For many women around the world, the devastating loss of a partner is magnified by the long-term struggle for their basic rights and dignity. Even though there are more than 258 million widows around the world, historically, widows have been left unseen and unsupported. Today, as armed conflicts, displacement, and the COVID-19 pandemic leave women newly widowed or with disappeared partners, the unique experiences and needs of widows must be brought to the forefront. This International Widows Day, lets make their voices lead to the path to equality.
What is keeping me awake at night is the horror of knowing that it hasn't ended yet and that there are more people alive today that are very likely to be dead tomorrow.
Osnat Lubrani knows first-hand the horrors of war. As UN Resident Coordinator and Humanitarian Coordinator in Ukraine, she has witnessed the dramatic changes since the Russian invasion and rapidly mounting needs as the war tears lives apart across the country. At least 15.7 million Ukrainians are now in urgent need of humanitarian aid, with the UN working to expand existing programs and establish new life-saving operations. Yet access to some of the most vulnerable is proving extremely problematic. In this episode, Osnat Lubrani reflects on the frustrating battle to reach them, what it feels like to receive distressing cries for help, and what gives her hope when all seems lost.
Photo: 穢Osnat Lubrani
Older persons can remain invisible and unprotected, and structural barriers are overlooked. Existing international human rights frameworks lack a comprehensive legal instrument that defines normative standards for protection of older persons against neglect, abuse and violence. In observing this years World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (15 June), an expert panel will present overall trends of violence against older persons and present five priorities to combat violence against older persons in the (2021-2030). Lets combat elder abuse together!
Punitive laws have been shown to block HIV service access and increase HIV risk. Decriminalization is a critical element to end AIDS by 2030.
. For millions, this most natural of the reproductive cycle functions can equate to abuse, stigma, missed opportunity and loss of dignity. To support menstrual health and hygiene, has included thousands of kits as part of the humanitarian response to conflict and natural disasters.