Lucinda Norman-Walker

🇬🇧 Diplomat @UKMissionGeneva 🇺🇳 @FCDOgovUK - previously 🇿🇦🇱🇸

[Lucinda Norman-Walker @LucyN_W]

As a junior diplomat trying to better understand the context in which I was working, conversations with passionate, talented researchers like Steven were invaluable.

I am so sorry to hear of his passing. Absolutely tragic.

[South African Institute of International Affairs @SAIIA_info]

It is with great sorrow that we announce the untimely passing of Steven Gruzd, Head of the African Governance and Diplomacy Programme at SAIIA.

An integral part of the Institute, Steve was known for his unwavering dedication to his work and his commitment to the policy community in Africa. We will miss his brilliant mind, his deep camaraderie and his gentle spirit. His absence leaves a significant void at SAIIA and across the continent he served so passionately. Our thoughts and deepest sympathies are with Steve’s family, friends and all those who had the pleasure of working alongside him. May his soul rest in peace. 🕊️

[Volker Türk @volker_turk]

Just back from the #UK, where I met officials, @JennyChapman, civil society, students, UNA-UK and philanthropists. In thoughtful and engaging conversations, one message stood out: in times of turbulence, we must stand together to protect human rights for all.

[Lucinda Norman-Walker @LucyN_W]

A snippet from a hugely busy month!

[UK Mission Geneva 🇬🇧 @UKMissionGeneva]

Week 4 of #HRC61 : updates on major human rights crises, UK action on Syria and South Sudan, support for key resolutions, and marking World Down Syndrome Day.

More updates coming next week 🇬🇧🇺🇳

@DSiupdate

[Lucinda Norman-Walker @LucyN_W]

What a privilege it is to be part of this awesome team! #HRC61

[UK Mission Geneva 🇬🇧 @UKMissionGeneva]

HRC61 starts this week, and the UK is back on the Human Rights Council.
In this latest episode of our #GenevaKitchen series, we break down what that means in practice.

A busy session ahead, stay tuned.

[Eleanor Sanders @ESandersFCDO]

Bonzour Moris!

Looking forward to discussing human rights in Port Louis this week now that 🇬🇧 & 🇲🇺 are back on the @UN_HRC. Thanks for having me @PaulBrummell & @UKinMauritius

[UK Mission Geneva 🇬🇧 @UKMissionGeneva]

The 5⃣0⃣th Universal Periodic Review begins today @UN_HRC in Geneva 🇺🇳

Follow UK Mission Geneva on X for updates and read statements in full at https://t.co/EzLyXE7oZ2

#UPR60

@FCDOHumanRights | @ESandersFCDO

[UK at the UN 🇬🇧🇺🇳 @UKUN_NewYork]

The UK is a strong supporter of the @UN Human Rights System.

That is why we are seeking election to the Human Rights Council.

The UK will not waver in its defence of human rights.

We stand with all those whose voices are silenced, identities criminalised, and dignity denied.

[Kumar Iyer @KumarIyerUK]

The UK is running for a seat on the UN Human Rights Council 2026–2028!

More here 👇 from @ESandersFCDO & @archieyounguk 🇬🇧👏

[🇬🇧وزارة الخارجية والتنمية البريطانية @FCDOArabic]

ندين تماما الغارات الإسرائيلية على الدوحة، ونقف تماما بتضامن راسخ مع #قطر.

مداخلة #المملكة_المتحدة🇬🇧 في مجلس #حقوق_الإنسان https://t.co/0xcWdBjhBc

[UK Prime Minister @10DowningStreet]

The Rt Hon Yvette Cooper MP @YvetteCooperMP has been appointed as Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs @FCDOGovUK.

[UK Mission Geneva 🇬🇧 @UKMissionGeneva]

Statement on behalf of Sudan Core Group 🇩🇪🇮🇪🇳🇱🇳🇴🇬🇧
Sudan’s brutal conflict has triggered the world’s largest humanitarian crisis:
8.7 million people on the brink of famine
12.5 million displaced
This war must end.

[United Nations Geneva @UNGeneva]

The United Nations is the only place on Earth where all the world's nations can come together to discuss common problems and find shared solutions that benefit all of humanity.

Here are 10 ways in which the UN makes a difference:

[UK Mission Geneva 🇬🇧 @UKMissionGeneva]

We’re so excited to welcome @KumarIyerUK

The UK’s 🇬🇧 Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the @WTO, @UNGeneva 🇺🇳, and other International Organisations here in Geneva

[Keir Starmer @Keir_Starmer]

What a performance, @Lionesses! Into the final and inspiring the nation

Let’s bring it home.

[UK at the UN 🇬🇧🇺🇳 @UKUN_NewYork]

The @UN's Human Rights Council promotes human rights around the globe and addresses human rights violations.

The UK's Minister for Equalities @SeemaMalhotra1 explains the UK is ready to serve with action and purpose to promote dignity for all, if elected to the @UN_HRC.

[Lionesses @Lionesses]

Four goals and three big points at #WEURO2025! 🌟

[UN Human Rights Partners @OHCHRPartners]

Thank you the UK 🇬🇧 for donating over $662,000 to support our Office's #humanrights work in Sudan 🇸🇩

@UKMissionGeneva

[Simon Manley @SimonManleyFCDO]

As the Dalai Lama turns 90 🎂, the UK convened dozens of states and civil society in Geneva today to reaffirm the right to freedom of religion or belief for all.

That includes the right of Tibetan Buddhists to choose their own religious leaders. Many thanks to our 15 cosponsors

[Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office @FCDOGovUK]

Merry Christmas from all of us at the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office 🎄

[Dame Karen Pierce @KarenPierceUK]

We look forward to deepening our already profound and successful partnership as we deal with the challenges of the 21st century.