ACDHRS

The African Centre for Democracy and Human Rights Studies seeks to promote awareness and adherence of human rights and democratic principles throughout Africa.

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FLUG on Tuesday paid a courtesy call on the African Centre for Democracy and Human Rights Studies (ACDHRS) as part of efforts to introduce the newly established federation and explore areas of potential collaboration. https://t.co/4jOGliaTuM

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Statement by the African Women Leaders Network (AWLN) on The Gambia Becoming the First Member State to Ratify the African Union Convention on Ending Violence Against Women and Girls (AUCEVAWG)
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‘𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐭𝐲 𝐑𝐡𝐞𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐜 𝐈𝐬 𝐍𝐨𝐭 𝐄𝐧𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡’: 𝐑𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐬 𝐃𝐞𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐀𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐧 𝐒𝐮𝐝𝐚𝐧
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Freedom of speech is a fundamental human right protected under Article 9 of the African Charter on Human and Peoples' Rights. It guarantees every person the right to receive information and to express and share their opinions.#DidYouKnow #humanrights

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Presenting the official report of the Forum during the opening of the Commission’s Public Session, Ms Ellen Ann described the gathering as “a sacred space of conscience, solidarity, truth-telling, and collective visioning for the future of our continent.” https://t.co/9PVTXkC1Xt

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Civil Society Calls for Stronger Human Rights Protection at Closing of NGOs Forum Ahead of ACHPR Session
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CSOs from across Africa concluded the NGO Forum preceding the 87th Ordinary Session of ACHPR with the adoption of several key resolutions and recommendations addressing pressing human rights concerns on the continent. https://t.co/unzAcMIyuW #ngosforum #acdhrs #humanrights

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The “Review of State Periodic Reports by ACHPR: The Role of NGOs” panel brought together key voices from the human rights community to discuss how state reporting can strengthen accountability and implementation of human rights across Africa.https://t.co/Qx7CgAg8Zv

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Dr. Jessica Oga, Head Ubingwa Think Tank, Afya Na Haki stated during the panel discussion on "Defending Rights in hostile Contexts: Attacks on Human Rights actors advancing Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights in the Context of Shrinking Civic Space and Gender Backlash"

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Panel 7 “Defending Rights in Hostile Contexts: Attacks on Human Rights actors advancing Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights in the Context of Shrinking Civic Space and Gender Backlash”

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Panel 8 of the NGOS Forum focused on the Draft Declaration on the Promotion of the Role of Human and Peoples’ Rights Defenders and their Protection in Africa.
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Panel 7 “Defending Rights in Hostile Contexts: Attacks on Human Rights actors advancing Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights in the Context of Shrinking Civic Space and Gender Backlash. https://t.co/HMGWnJO2Qx

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𝐋𝐈𝐕𝐄: 𝐃𝐀𝐘-𝟑 𝐎𝐅 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐅𝐎𝐑𝐔𝐌 𝐎𝐅 𝐍𝐆𝐎𝐬 𝐏𝐀𝐑𝐓𝐈𝐂𝐈𝐏𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐈𝐍 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝟖𝟕𝐓𝐇 𝐎𝐑𝐃𝐈𝐍𝐀𝐑𝐘 𝐒𝐄𝐒𝐒𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐎𝐅 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐀𝐅𝐑𝐈𝐂𝐀𝐍 𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐌𝐈𝐒𝐒𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐎𝐍 𝐇𝐔𝐌𝐀𝐍 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐏𝐄𝐎𝐏𝐋𝐄𝐒' 𝐑𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐓𝐒 https://t.co/16O6p3m0Vo

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Today’s Special Interest Group Reporting Session served as a platform for dialogue, reflection, and collective advocacy as experts, CSOs, human rights defenders gathered to discuss some of the continent’s most pressing challenges related to water, sanitation, governance and peace

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Panel 6 on “Migrants, Refugees and IDPs in Northern Africa: Situation, Challenges and Protection Frameworks” brought together human rights defenders, researchers, and civil society actors for an important conversation on the realities facing migrants across Africa.

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ACDHRS Project Officer Mr Peter Gomez guided participants on the Special Interest Group (SIG) discussions, through a focused and engaging exchange on key thematic areas of the programme. https://t.co/0kvuzRQwfq
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Panel 5 of the NGOs Forum focused on the growing challenges of peace, security, and unconstitutional changes of government across Africa, with special attention on the ongoing crisis in Sudan. https://t.co/IIY4BGbgJg

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Comm. Sallah-Njie delivered extensive reflections on feminist approaches to peace and justice in Africa, saying peace must go beyond ceasefire agreements, political settlements. She said sustainable peace requires justice, equality, accountability, meaningful inclusion of women

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Panel 4 themed “Beyond Ceasefires: Countering Backlash Through Feminist Approaches to Peace and Justice,” brought together leading voices from Somalia, Sudan, Ethiopia, and ACHPR to examine the growing backlash against women & girls in conflict-affected communities across Africa.