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    Sep 12

    During in South Africa, celebrate the remarkable contributions of persons with albinism. Remember those who have been attacked, lost their lives or were mutilated because of prejudice. Diversity is our strength.

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    Sep 12

    UN experts react with alarm to reports of attacks on demonstrators, arrests of activists & defenders, and threats to communications, as protests in continue. They urge to respect protesters’ rights 👉

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  3. Sep 11

    . has donated $20K to support our Office’s work.

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  4. Sep 10

    : A pesar de algunas mejores desde el restablecimiento del diálogo político en febrero, persisten serias preocupaciones sobre violaciones de . Alta Comisionada actualiza la situación en el país ante el :

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    : Despite some improvement since the resumption of political dialogue in February, serious concerns persist. UN Human Rights Chief updates on the situation in the country. Learn more: 
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  5. Sep 10

    : Despite some improvement since the resumption of political dialogue in February, serious concerns persist. UN Human Rights Chief updates on the situation in the country. Learn more: 

    Nicaragua update
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  6. Sep 10

    The people of are living through a terrible humanitarian crisis where almost no area of daily life is left untouched. Our engagement is crucial as civilian deaths continue to rise. – calls for of all parties:

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    Sep 10

    Start of the general debate on the update by the HC, the report on and the oral updates on the 2018 protests and on . Live on

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  8. Sep 10

    have taken to the courts to stop encroachment and destruction of their land. Learn how human rights defenders from the Waorani group in Ecuador bested the govt who tried to sell drilling rights on their ancestral land.

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  9. Sep 10

    Today we call on leaders around the globe to . Climate impacts are here now, and adaptation is critical to creating stronger, safer, thriving communities. Will you join us? ​

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    Sep 10

    - Day 2 starts with the presentation of the report of the High Commissioner on the situation in , followed by a statement of the concerned country and an interactive discussion. Follow it live:

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  11. Sep 9

    Key points to – : 🌀Climate change undermines rights, development & peace 📣 requires broad & meaningful participation 🌊Island States like cannot act alone to solve a problem that is not of their own making

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  12. Sep 9

    Stand up for the thousands of people who are arbitrarily detained every year for being denied a fair trial, or exercising their fundamental rights. Excited to partner with & on this new campaign:

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  13. Sep 9

    : detalla serias preocupaciones sobre los y reitera su llamamiento tanto al Gobierno como a la oposición para que superen sus diferencias y den prioridad a las negociaciones: "es la única manera de superar la crisis":

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  14. Sep 9

    : details serious concerns. The UN Human Rights Chief reiterates her call to both the Government & the Opposition to overcome their differences & prioritize negotiations: "the only way to overcome the crisis" 👉

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  15. Sep 9

    . has donated $3.4M to support our Office’s work.

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  16. Sep 9

    "The world has never seen a threat to human rights of this scope” – UN Human Rights Chief highlights climate threats in her update to . outlines gains & setbacks across the world & urges greater partnership. Full speech:

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  17. Sep 8

    The UN Human Rights Council is about to start with an opening statement of UN Human Rights Chief . Follow for updates and watch live 📺

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    The sessions of the Human Rights Council will take place from 9-27 September 2019. With around 90 , over 45 country situations, 25 experts & groups, 3 panel discussions & more than 200 side events. Watch it live on
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  18. Sep 7

    On Intl Literacy Day, we encourage States to use the mother language in teaching and learning. It's the best way to ensure that children are able to enjoy their human right to a quality education, and to achieve their full potential.

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  19. Sep 6

    The is here today. Do you want to help us to create stronger, safer, thriving communities? Join us on September 10. Here’s how:

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    Sep 6

    - ya está disponible el informe que presentará ante el Consejo de Derechos Humanos este martes sobre la situación de en el país. Español English Comentarios del Estado

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