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News from the Commonwealth Forum of National Human Rights Institutions (CFNHRI). Follow/RT not necessarily endorsement. Current Chair @humanrightsrw

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Join us for the CFNHRI Biennial Conference in Apia, Samoa on October 17-18, 2024.

The theme will be "One Resilient Common Future Transforming our Commonwealth" with a focus "Our Culture,Our Human Rights- For Resilient Commonwealth Aiga". We hope to see you there!

#CFNHRI2024

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As they wrapped up the biennial meeting 2024 for the day, CFNHR members issued a declaration on building a sustainable culture of human rights for a resilient future. #CFNHR #HumanRights #Resilience"

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A handover ceremony held between Samoa's Ombudsman, Maualaivao P Seiuli the incoming chair and @Providence1917 the outgoing chair of the #CFNHRI .

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At the CFNHRI biennial conference, the outgoing chair of #CFNHRI@Providence1917 , presented a 2-years report on Rwanda leadership of the forum, showcasing the creation of a leadership structure with a steering committee, working groups and efforts toward a permanent secretariat.

[Commonwealth Forum @CFNHRI]

Ahead of #CHOGM 2024, the Commonwealth Forum of National Human rights Institutions (CFNHRI) met in Apia, Samoa from 17-18 Oct 2024, to discuss 'A sustainable culture of human rights towards a resilient common future' and exchange valuable experiences.

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The #CFNHRI chair, @providence1917 is attending the GANHRI annual meeting in Geneva. Leaders from NHRIs worldwide are gathered to discuss Business & Human Rights, preventing torture, and protecting displaced & stateless persons amongst other topics.
#GANHRI #CFNHRI

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The CFNHRI Chair's message on the International Day of Reflection on the 1994 Genocide Against the Tutsi in Rwanda.

#NeverAgain #Kwibuka30

[Commonwealth Forum @CFNHRI]

Happy Commonwealth Day! 🌍

This year's theme, 'One Resilient Common Future,' reminds us of our collective strength and unity. Let's champion human rights as we build toward a future that's inclusive, sustainable, and just for all.

#CommonwealthDay #HumanRights

[Commonwealth Forum @CFNHRI]

Last week, with UK Government support, we held meetings in London about CFNHRI business with Commonwealth partners, strengthening our shared commitment. #CommonwealthDay

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Season's greetings from the Commonwealth Forum of National Human Rights Institutions.

[HRC of the Maldives @hrcmv]

This year Maldives has passed a major milestone in ensuring the rights of the visually impaired, guaranteed by Article 21(c) of the UDHR, which states that, “the will of the people shall be the basis of the authority of the government, which includes every single person who is eligible to vote.” For the first time in the Maldives, individuals with visual impairments, voted independently in the 2023 Presidential Elections, This was enabled, by changes to the required legislations on voting in the Maldives.

- Ms. Mariyam Muna, President of the Human Rights Commission of the Maldives

[KNCHR @HakiKNCHR]

Come one come all!
@HakiKNCHR will be commemorating International Human Rights Day at Mariashoni, Nakuru County on 11th December from 10:00am
#IHRD2023

[Cyprus Ombudsman @CYOmbudsman]

. @CYOmbudsman participated as a speaker at the European Political Conference on Active, Healthy and Dignified Ageing, co-organized by @CyprusAge and @Europarl_CY under the auspices of @CYpresidency. The theme of the speach was "Ageing with dignity and human rights"

[Malawi Human Rights Commission @HumanRightsMW]

Today is Human Rights Day.
Happy Birthday Universal Declaration of Human Rights. The Blueprint of Human Rights.

#HumanRightsDay2023
#HRD2023
#UDHR75
#16DaysOfActivism
#FreedomEqualityAndJusticeForAll

[NCHR RWANDA @HumanRightsRW]

Happening now: The Commission together with different partners joined Rwandans at large to celebrate #UDHR75 in @BugeseraDistr . Let's all together enjoy "Dignity, Freedom and Justice for All"

[Scottish Human Rights Commission @ScotHumanRights]

Today marks the 75th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR). The UDHR is a milestone document that set out, for the first time, fundamental human rights for all peoples & all nations.
Find out more:
https://t.co/NKkTHFufqI

[EHRC @EHRC]

This #HumanRightsDay is also the 75th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.

On this important anniversary, we reflect on how far we have come as an international community that values and champions the universality of human rights. https://t.co/CZnu6qA6Eq

[Commonwealth Forum @CFNHRI]

"Happy Human Rights Day!

This year's theme is "Dignity, Freedom, and Justice for All." Let's unite in upholding these fundamental values, working tirelessly to ensure a world where every individual's rights are respected.

Together, we make a difference!

#HRD2023
#UDHR75

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Sports is among the CFNHRI's priorities.Let us recognize the power of sports to promote equality, diversity, and the fundamental rights that bind us all.
#HumanRightsWeek #SportsandHumanRights

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Today, on International Day of Persons with Disabilities, @HumanRightsRW launched #HumanRightsWeek by raising awareness through a car free day. The chair of the CFNHRI emphasized the link between sports and human rights and the importance of inclusive sports.#SportsandHumanRights