🇸🇩 #Sudan: UN Human Rights Chief designates Radhouane Nouicer as his expert on human rights in Sudan, replacing Adama Dieng who stepped down from this position in October: ow.ly/vnP650M5pzR
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"We wanted workers, but human beings came" – New report on temporary labour migration programmes urges States to do more to uphold the rights of migrant workers. No one should have to give up their rights to be able to migrate for work: ow.ly/pgpj50M5iMf
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#FightRacism: in Brussels exchanging with civil society activists of African descent and others on actions to dismantle systemic racism against people of #AfricanDescent & confront past legacies in Europe.
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Thank you #Finland for donating $60K to support our Office's #humanrights work. You can donate too: donatenow.ohchr.org
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🇳🇮 UN Human Rights Chief urges #Nicaragua to include again those who have been excluded from the political & social spheres so they can participate in public life. He calls on the int'l community to ensure sustained backing for civil society: ow.ly/Ulgn50M4WIG
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To achieve #peace, women must be included in the discussions on peace and security.
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Political rhetoric on women & girls needs to translate into action.
We must ensure women are involved at all levels of decision-making in peacebuilding processes. Securing women's rights means securing human rights for all, in peace and in war.
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🇺🇦 #Ukraine: UN Human Rights Chief makes a plea for full respect for international humanitarian law: A body of law which the international community must unequivocally defend.
Human rights can help trace the path to #peace.
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10 years on, we still seek the truth about the fate of disappeared Lao activist, Sombath Somphone. His case is a powerful symbol of the need for truth and justice in all cases of #EnforcedDisappearances around the world.
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Thank you Sweden for donating $3.8M for our work in Latin America & the Caribbean! Your support will strengthen our regional approach for the protection of #migrantrights, expansion of #civicspace & promotion of #environmentalrights
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Women of colour can.
Women of colour have.
Women of colour will.
Women of colour are making HERstory.
They are defying stereotypes & shaping today's 🌍. But they need equal chances to reach their dreams. It's time to #LearnSpeakUpAct to #FightRacism & stand for #GenderEquality.
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🇸🇸 #SouthSudan: UN Human Rights Chief appalled by attacks against civilians by armed elements amid a surge in violence in the Upper Nile State. He urges authorities and community leaders to act urgently to end the bloodshed: ow.ly/TwPJ50M30zh
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Thank you #Belgium for donating $1M to support our Office's #humanrights work. You can donate too: donatenow.ohchr.org
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Thank you Sweden for donating $3.8M for our work in Yemen! This generous support enables us to strengthen the protection of #humanrights, civic space and people’s participation, including in situation of conflict and insecurity.
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Thank you for your contribution to promote the application of the UN Guiding Principles on #bizhumanrights in the development and use of digital tech with the UN B-Tech Project
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#HumanRights are for all of us.
Access to health is a human right.
We cannot wait for the next pandemic to hit before making sure everyone has healthcare coverage.
#HealthForAll is a priority.
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🇵🇪 #Peru: With violence increasing as protests continue, we call on all involved to exercise restraint.
We stress the importance of listening to people’s concerns and grievances in effectively addressing the current situation: ow.ly/oBPh50M1hg5
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Thank you Austria for your new contribution of $2.6M! This support enables our Office to promote and protect #humanrights worldwide, through our Human Rights Advisor Programme.
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Embedding #HumanRights standards & responsible business conduct into business operations can help achieve the change needed on the ground – UN Human Rights Chief welcomes the initiative to create an Center on human rights: ow.ly/kbyB50M11ys
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🇮🇷 #Iran: Appalled by continued use of #DeathPenalty after news that a 2nd protester, #MajidrezaRahnavard, was executed just over 3 weeks after his arrest. We fear for the lives of other protesters sentenced to death. The use of death penalty is not consistent with right to life.
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#COP15 is one of our best chances to prevent a catastrophic extinction crisis. For the sake of all life on the planet, I urge you to bring the negotiations of the post-2020 Global #Biodiversity Framework to an ambitious & successful conclusion with human rights at its core.
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Thank you #Andorra for donating $21K to support our Office's #humanrights work. You can donate too: donatenow.ohchr.org
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Written & adopted by representatives from all over the world, the #UDHR makes it clear human rights are universal & indivisible.
#UDHR75 provides us with an opportunity for unity & hope. It shows the path for a better future based on justice & equality for all.
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No matter who you are;
No matter where you live;
No matter what;
You have rights.
And your voice matters.
is now making it easier for you to #StandUp4HumanRights with engaging images #DesignedWithCanva - on #HumanRightsDay & every day.
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👩🌾Rural producers
🧕Rural women
🙋Rural youth
🙌ALL rural people
have the right to a prosperous and sustainable future.
We must work together to help them build it.
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Nobody should live in fear of violence and harassment.
On #HumanRightsDay2022, we remind that the Convention 190 calls for protecting the right to equality & non-discrimination for all.
#ratifyC190 #16days
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All women and men should have the opportunity to live and work with dignity, freedom and with their rights upheld.
international labour standards give expression to #humanrights in the world of work and underpin our efforts to achieve #socialjustice for all.
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Child rights are human rights.
33 years ago, world leaders made a promise to children: we will keep you safe, help you learn & always uphold your right to speak & be heard.
This #HumanRightsDay is a reminder for world leaders to fulfil their promise.
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Health is a human right, no matter your:
Race
Sex
Language
Gender
Disability
Sexual orientation
Political or other opinion
Ethnicity
Religion
Nationality
or any factor.
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Discrimination and human rights violations within and beyond the health sector cause significant difference in physical and mental health outcomes.
All people deserve health coverage that is:
Good quality
Timely
Acceptable
Affordable
Appropriate.
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In celebration of #HumanRightsDay, we are excited to announce that the #WikiForHumanRights campaign will return again in 2023—and we need your help to make it possible!
Learn more about the campaign, run with , and how you can participate.
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On #HumanRightsDay, we launch our year-long campaign to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Join my call for 🌍 solidarity & action to advance the human rights cause for everyone, everywhere: canva.me/UNHRO1
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Dignity.
Freedom.
Justice for all.
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights was adopted 75 years ago, preserving the rights of all human beings.
On #HumanRightsDay, let's #StandUp4HumanRights: bit.ly/3XTH7kq
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5⃣ ways social protection can help people enjoy their right to food 👇
#SocialProtection #RightToFood #HumanRightsDay
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Humanitarian crises exacerbate pre-existing human rights vulnerabilities.
Human rights are for everyone and must be protected, especially in times of emergency, crisis or conflict.
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Here are some UNEP events & launches planned for Saturday at #COP15:
🟢 UNEP & on financing nature for sustainable cities & regions
🟢 on business & finance
🟢 Realizing the right to #HealthyEnvironmentForAll
More #ForNature updates: bit.ly/3IwvKav
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Send a message that matters on #HumanRightsDay.
has joined forces with to call attention to the right to a healthy and clean attention + more. Speak up for #ClimateAction & make your voice heard. Here is how: bit.ly/3VK5MXp #UDHR75
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DYK our newest human right?
It's the right to a clean, healthy and sustainable environment, and it's interconnected with others outlined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.
On #HumanRightsDay, watch below to learn more and join us to #StandUp4HumanRights.
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People can't fully exercise their rights w/out a clean, healthy & sustainable environment. This new #HumanRight has given better tools to all those fighting #ClimateChange. On #HumanRightsDay, see how we work to ensure a human rights-based approach to dev.
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Education is a human right, not a privilege.
On #HumanRightsDay and every day, let's make the #RightToEducation a reality for everyone, everywhere.
Join us & #StandUp4HumanRights! on.unesco.org/3Pgvmk0
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🛎 Access to safe, sufficient, and nutritious food is a human right.
For everyone, everywhere.
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