HRC39: DefendDefenders welcomes reforms in Ethiopia and encourages further steps for greater respect of human rights
18 September 2018
Oral statement at Human Rights Council – 39th regular session – Item 4 General Debate
Oral statement at Human Rights Council – 39th regular session – Item 4 General Debate
In an open letter, DefendDefenders & partners urge UN member states to refrain from voting for candidates that are unfit for membership.
DefendDefenders called for accountability and justice during the interactive dialogue with the Commission on Human Rights in South Sudan.
Pierre Claver Mbonimpa delivered an oral statement at the interactive dialogue with the Commission of Inquiry on Burundi calling for the CoI mandate renewal.
Despite being forced into exile after April 2015, many Burundian HRDs continue their work. A new report examines the challenges they face.
DefendDefenders strongly condemns a break-in that occurred at the Fort
DefendDefenders welcomes the appointment of Ms. Michelle Bachelet as the
DefendDefenders raises concern about the deteriorating human rights organisation in Tanzania and Uganda.
DefendDefenders and its partners will continue to advocate for international attention and accountability in Burundi.
750+ organizations highlight the vital role of the UN High Commissioner in calling out violators