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The International Service for Human Rights works to strengthen human rights systems and support human rights defenders

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📣 We are collecting feedback on the Declaration +25 #Right2DefendRights

If you have used it in your advocacy work, let us know how it supports your efforts: https://t.co/Diyi4rR8Vq

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Louisa Tyrrell, a young environmental human rights defender from Ireland, shares an update of the second and last day of the Forum on Environmental Human Rights Defenders.

Louisa was also elected by fellow environmental defenders to share key messages with State representatives and other actors.

#HealthyEnvironment

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What's up at the upcoming 62nd session of the Human Rights Council #HRC62? Read our Alert!

As the Human Rights Council marks its 20th anniversary and the General Assembly reviews its institutional status, HRC62 will be an important test of the Council’s credibility, accessibility and ability to respond to human rights crises.

This briefing highlights key opportunities for States and civil society to strengthen civil society participation, address reprisals, uphold the integrity of the Universal Periodic Review, advance climate justice, and ensure principled scrutiny of serious country situations, including those that States should raise during relevant debates. It also provides a practical overview of entry points for civil society engagement during the session.

Read on 👇
https://t.co/ehCkXgiECy

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🌍 On World Environment Day and the 5th anniversary of the Right to a Healthy Environment, ISHR launches a new Academy pathway for Environmental Human Rights Defenders

📚 Strengthen your advocacy at international and regional levels! #HealthyEnvironment

🔗 https://t.co/LTX0RtzqjN

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💬 The #UN human rights system is already underfunded — and the situation is worsening. Based on compiled information, these cuts directly affect victims, defenders, and communities worldwide.

🔎 Find out more: https://t.co/jUmzTZM2Ba

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Woman environmental rights defender and co-chair of
the Forum on Environmental Human Rights Defenders Sara Tuševljak recaps the key take aways from the first day of the forum:

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Particularly in a context of declining funding for human rights at a time of vastly increased need, ISHR is delighted to have signed a new two year funding agreement with Iceland @IcelandinGeneva , recognising our shared commitment to supporting human rights defenders and strengthening the international rule of law.

[Council of Europe @coe]

The first ever European Forum on environmental human-rights defenders brings 400 participants from 46 countries together in Strasbourg to discuss the protection of environmental defenders, civic space and environmental democracy in Europe 🌱

Read more: https://t.co/Nwf661xplz

[Council of Europe and the Environment @CoE_Environment]

At the Forum on Environmental Human Rights Defenders, participants are exploring ways to strengthen protection, participation, & environmental democracy across Europe.

From policy gaps to access to justice, the goal is turning discussions into practical recommendations.

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Message from the 🇪🇺 Spokesperson for Foreign Affairs:

On the 37th anniversary of the #TiananmenSquare massacre, the EU continues to honour the victims and stands with all those who peacefully defend human rights and fundamental freedoms. Their struggle for truth and justice must not be forgotten.

https://t.co/Iom09hGN6m

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On the 37th anniversary of #JuneFourth, we remember the brave 🇨🇳 citizens who stood up for their rights & a better future on 4 June 1989.

Memories will always remain. We call for the release of #ChowHangTung #LeeCheukYan and demand justice for victims of #8964.

#JuneFourth #WeDoNotForget

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China uses #NationalSecurityLaw in #Hongkong to block & silence people from commemorating the #1989Tiananmen democracy movement.

This won't stop us from lighting 🕯️ all over the world to demand justice for the victims.

#JuneFourth #WeDoNotForget #毋忘六四 #燭光不滅 #EndReprisals

https://t.co/tAzWPL0dOW

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🎬💧 Thanks to everyone who joined PBI Switzerland and ISHR for the screening of 'Water for Life', and to our speakers from @COPINHHONDURAS

The film highlights the struggle of environmental human rights defenders, including Berta Cáceres, fighting to protect water, land and communities ✊

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🌈 🤝 Every June, the #LGBTQ+ community celebrates #PrideMonth through visibility, solidarity and advocacy for equal rights. We also honour those advancing #SOGIESC rights – defenders, allies and everyday voices for equality ✨ #Pride2026

[Council of Europe and the Environment @CoE_Environment]

🌍🌿After months of preparation, the First European Forum on Environmental Human Rights Defenders opens its doors!
Over the next days, defenders, civil society, governments, European institutions & international orgs come together to share knowledge and tackle common challenges.

[ISHR @ISHRglobal]

🗓 This evening

🎬 ISHR and PBI Switzerland are organising a screening & discussion of Water for Life on the struggle of Berta Cáceres and environmental defenders 🌍

⏰ 18:30 GMT
📍 Cinéma Grütli, Geneva
💲 Free (registration mandatory)

👉 Registration: https://t.co/FHf8KHhoIc

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⚠️ The #UN is facing a growing cash crisis. Late and unpaid contributions from Member States are putting essential work at risk.

As of 29 May 2026, just 111 Member States have paid their 2026 dues.

👉 https://t.co/vUXCTZG88R

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🌿 Protect the roots. Nurture the seeds.

Even as crises weaken the human rights system, supporting defenders is key to rebuilding and shaping it for more just societies.

📖 Our Annual Report explores this vital role. 🔗 https://t.co/UDZTmY1Tdn

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Reprisals: ISHR reports on cases of reprisals across 24 States

In response to the annual call for inputs from the UN Secretary-General, ISHR has submitted 66 cases of intimidation and reprisals against human rights defenders engaging with the UN from 24 countries.

ISHR’s submission shows that reprisals against people engaging with the United Nations remain widespread and increasingly sophisticated. Human rights defenders continue to face travel bans, arbitrary detention, surveillance, online harassment, attacks on family members, and misuse of national security laws aimed at silencing cooperation with UN human rights mechanisms.

At ISHR we continue to campaign to #EndReprisals, because everyone has the right to defend human rights, and the right to engage with UN bodies without fearing for their safety and life!

https://t.co/PtGCrFr7po

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🛡️ ECOSOC consultative status opens doors for NGOs to #UN decision-making spaces.

ISHR’s new course gives you the tools to apply, navigate challenges, and strengthen your advocacy 💪

Explore it here: https://t.co/cGPcAY3XdO