Deirdre Brown

Lover of cats, cake & challenging the taboo around the menopause.

[Deirdre Brown @deirdre_brown]

After four amazing years at #osce it is time for me to move on. Thank you to the team @UKOSCE and all colleagues who work hard each day to maintain our #HFA commitments. It has been a privilege to work alongside you

[Deirdre Brown @deirdre_brown]

Proud to be at Pride #PRIDE2025

[Deirdre Brown @deirdre_brown]

It was an honour to deliver this statement yesterday. #idahobit2025 https://t.co/ZJRLYKPvgn

[Deirdre Brown @deirdre_brown]

It was a busy month with some thought provoking discussions

[UK Delegation to the OSCE @UKOSCE]

Illegal migration is a threat to stability and security.

It requires cooperation. That is just what the OSCE was set up to do.

⬇️check out the UK Delegation’s work over the past month ⬇️

[OSCE Kosovo @OSCEKosovo]

Ambassador Gerard McGurk has officially assumed duties as the Head of @OSCEKosovo.
With a wealth of diplomatic experience, he brings a strong commitment to dialogue, human rights and public safety.
Welcome, Ambassador!
https://t.co/4pIwcJiT2N

[MatthewLawsonUK @MatthewLawsonUK]

We are deeply saddened by the tragic fire in Kochani that claimed the lives of 51 people, many of whom were young. Our hearts go out to the families and friends affected by this immense loss. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

[Deirdre Brown @deirdre_brown]

Many congratulations @natmeli You continue to be an inspiration to us all. Thank you

[Malta at the OSCE @MTatOSCE]

Huge congratulations to our very own @natmeli - deservedly recognized as 🇲🇹 Ambassador of the Year after making @OSCE24MT a success.

Congratulations to our Director Protocol Kerstin Spiteri for also being recognized as Diplomat of the Year 🎉

@DeputyPMIanBorg
@chriscutajar

[Katya Andrusz @K_Andrusz]

Genuinely democratic #elections are a lynchpin of democracy. In a time of democratic challenges, independent and impartial election observation is more important than ever.

Find out more about ODIHR’s election observation and how you can join us ⏩ https://t.co/loTE9ruEc5

[Deirdre Brown @deirdre_brown]

Thank you for singing and sharing the history of a carol we love in UK too. I will think of my colleagues @UKRinOSCE whenever I hear it

[EU at OSCE 🇪🇺 @EUOSCE]

A heartfelt 🙏🏻 you to @UKRinOSCE for showcasing #Ukraine’s rich cultural identity at today’s #Rozkolyada ✨ event! Your resilience and spirit shine brightly even in the face of 🇷🇺 war of aggression. We 🇪🇺#StandWithUkraine in celebrating the beauty and strength of 🇺🇦 culture

[OSCE @OSCE]

🔴 Tune in tomorrow to follow the OSCE's inaugural meeting!

🔹At 11:30 Foreign Minister @elinavaltonen remarks to the PC
🔹At 13:45 Joint press conference with Secretary General Feridun H. Sinirlioğlu

Watch live on https://t.co/D866LO4J1g, and our LinkedIn.

[UK Delegation to the OSCE @UKOSCE]

Ambassador Neil Holland reflects on UK priorities for the year ahead at the OSCE.

[Deirdre Brown @deirdre_brown]

You have been an incredible team. @natmeli @OSCE24MT Thank you. We look forward to working with @Finland_OSCE

[Natasha Meli @natmeli]

And a very intense year comes to and end!

🇲🇹was asked to keep the #OSCE alive. We strove to make it more #resilient & #functional.

🙏 to everyone for their support, @DeputyPMIanBorg for the trust and our Dream Team for the hard work.

Good luck @Finland_OSCE @ vesahakkinen

[Deirdre Brown @deirdre_brown]

It was a great pleasure to spend time with Ines. Thanks for joining us

[UK Delegation to the OSCE @UKOSCE]

We were delighted to host Ines this week as our #AmbassadorForADay in partnership with @PRJaW which supports young people with disabilities. Ines attended the Permanent Council and held discussions with Ambassador Holland and others about the vital role of the @OSCE.

[UK Delegation to the OSCE @UKOSCE]

At the end of this year's #OSCEMC2024 we thank the @OSCE24MT Chair for their excellent work this year and look forward to working with @Finland_OSCE next year as they take on this important responsibility.

[Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office @FCDOGovUK]

This week, the FCDO hosted @MIHR_ua and Ukrainian witnesses of Russian atrocities as they shared their accounts of Russian brutality under occupation.

Tragically, these stories are not unique. Russia must immediately release all civilians it is arbitrarily detaining. 🇬🇧🇺🇦

[Deirdre Brown @deirdre_brown]

Great to see👇

[Cross Government Menopause Network @CrossMenopause]

The Civil Service has signed!

[OSCE Anti-Trafficking @osce_cthb]

On #EUAntiTraffickingDay, we reaffirm our commitment to combating #HumanTrafficking in all its forms. Thousands are exploited in the #EU & @OSCE regions, including those fleeing wars, like the war against #Ukraine. Traumatized, desperate to provide for their families, and seeking refuge in a foreign land, these people are easy targets for criminals. The #EU & #OSCE have crafted robust policies—now's the time to reinforce our efforts as we implement them.

Human trafficking destroys lives and the very fabric of our societies. It must end. Let's end it together.

@DianeSchmittEU @SRKariJohnstone

Stay informed, visit https://t.co/i7BivwApbR

#BeSafe #EndHumanTrafficking

[Deirdre Brown @deirdre_brown]

Honoured to have been a part of the 2024 @OSCE Warsaw Human Dimension Conference. A vital chance to hear from civil society & recall their role in ensuring our security https://t.co/XfR1cGEXCC

[Deirdre Brown @deirdre_brown]

@DavenportOSCE Happy landings