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📍Halfway through the in-person phase of , participants have already engaged with experts, strengthened their advocacy...
06/18/2026

📍Halfway through the in-person phase of , participants have already engaged with experts, strengthened their advocacy skills, and exchanged experiences with fellow defenders from around the world 🌍

These conversations and connections foster learning, solidarity, and collaboration across regions 🤝

📚 Through , human rights defenders gain practical knowledge of international human rights mechanisms and how to use th...
06/17/2026

📚 Through , human rights defenders gain practical knowledge of international human rights mechanisms and how to use them strategically in their advocacy work.

From engaging with experts to participating in Human Rights Council sessions, the programme equips defenders with tools to document violations, amplify community voices, and pursue accountability ⚖️

We are proud to support defenders working every day to advance human rights around the world 🌍

HRC62: Protect civilians and defenders in SudanAt a Human Rights Council debate with the Independent International Fact-...
06/17/2026

HRC62: Protect civilians and defenders in Sudan

At a Human Rights Council debate with the Independent International Fact-Finding Mission for the Sudan, ISHR delivered a joint statement with Sudanese Women’s Rights Action and the Regional Coalition for Women Human Rights Defenders in South West Asia and North Africa.

Read more: https://ow.ly/zgla50Zch8L

🏛️ This week, participants continue their training while engaging directly with the .The in-person session supports t...
06/16/2026

🏛️ This week, participants continue their training while engaging directly with the .
The in-person session supports the participation of 12 human rights defenders in the Human Rights Council and its mechanisms 📚

This experience strengthens their ability to advocate for their communities, and bring urgent human rights concerns to the international stage 🌍

☕ As we begin the second week of , we are reflecting on a meaningful moment from last Friday.The day started with a bre...
06/15/2026

☕ As we begin the second week of , we are reflecting on a meaningful moment from last Friday.

The day started with a breakfast discussion with HRDAP participants, NGO representatives and Peggy Hicks, Director of the Thematic Engagement, Special Procedures and Right to Development Division at .

The exchange was a valuable opportunity to network and discuss current human rights challenges, the role of international mechanisms, and the work of human rights defenders around the world.

A warm thank you to all for sharing your time and insights with ISHR 🤝

👥 Meet the 2026 cohort!We are honoured to welcome 12 human rights defenders from Argentina, Bangladesh, Brazil, Kenya,...
06/12/2026

👥 Meet the 2026 cohort!

We are honoured to welcome 12 human rights defenders from Argentina, Bangladesh, Brazil, Kenya, Namibia, the Philippines, Tunisia, Trinidad and Tobago, Uganda and the United States.

Over the coming weeks, participants will continue their training in Geneva while engaging directly with international human rights mechanisms.

At ISHR, we are privileged to work alongside defenders whose commitment strengthens the protection of human rights worldwide 🌍

We look forward to continuing this learning journey together and supporting their efforts to amplify impact on the ground ✊

📍Welcome to Geneva, HRDAPers!This week marks the beginning of the in-person phase of ISHR’s flagship Human Rights Defend...
06/12/2026

📍Welcome to Geneva, HRDAPers!

This week marks the beginning of the in-person phase of ISHR’s flagship Human Rights Defender Advocacy Programme. Over the coming days, 12 human rights defenders from around the world will engage in intensive training, meet with experts, and advocate directly before international human rights mechanisms.

This year’s programme focuses on racial justice and democratic backsliding, supporting defenders working on the frontlines to strengthen their advocacy and amplify the voices of their communities.

We are delighted to welcome this year’s cohort to Geneva and look forward to the weeks ahead ✨

❓In the context of rising authoritarianism, how do human rights defenders live, resist and thrive? What lessons can we d...
06/12/2026

❓In the context of rising authoritarianism, how do human rights defenders live, resist and thrive? What lessons can we draw from racial justice movements and historically marginalised and excluded communities? What strategies of resistance by historically marginalised groups might prove useful in the context of a democratic backslide?

🔥 Join us at this side event about defending rights in unequal democracies and hear some responses!

Held during the 20th anniversary of the Human Rights Council, this event - featuring participant Manisha Meem Nipun among the speakers - will analyse the links between systemic discrimination and democratic backsliding.

🗓️ 18 June, 1pm-2pm
🏠 Room IX, Palais des Nations

https://ishr.ch/events/defending-rights-in-unequal-democracies-an-analysis-of-the-links-between-systemic-discrimination-and-democratic-backsliding/

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