Reprisals and restrictions on civil society cooperation with the UN

This event aims to raise awareness of how countries like China, India, Bahrain, and Vietnam retaliate against those cooperating with the UN and restrict civil society's engagement. It will provide a platform for human rights defenders to share their experiences and discuss recommendations to prevent reprisals, ensuring safe access to the UN.

Speakers: 

• Rayhan Asat, Harvard Law Scholar & Uyghur Human Rights Lawyer
• Sheridan Cole, Advocacy Officer, Middle East Democracy Center (MEDC)
• Mona Bhan, Professor, Syracuse University
• Anh-Thu Vo, Research & Advocacy Manager, PEN/Barbey Freedom To Write Center at PEN America

Moderator: Madeleine Sinclair, New York Office Director, ISHR

Lunch will be served at 1pm.