40 actions to celebrate ISHR’s 40th anniversary
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Following the reduction of his unjustified prison sentence, the Burundian human rights defender is finally free! ISHR joins Germain and his family in their joy and thanks everyone who contributed to his release!
Germain’s release follows intense efforts by international human rights bodies, Burundian and international NGOs, and the diplomatic community.
After years behind bars, #Burundian #HumanRightsDefender Germain #Rukuki is finally free.
To all those who have contributed to this moment, we cannot thank you enough. pic.twitter.com/5cbKbltNM4— Protection International (@ProtectionInt) July 1, 2021
Germain should never have been arrested for peacefully carrying out his advocacy work. ISHR wishes Germain and his family the best with his newfound freedom!
We are celebrating longstanding and collective efforts in supporting human rights defenders. Join us and find out more!
A spokesperson for the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Türk, issued today a rare public statement on his Office’s work on China, marking two years since the release of its groundbreaking report on the grave human rights situation in the Uyghur region (Xinjiang).
Pressure is increasing on the Venezuelan authorities as human rights bodies and States in the region and beyond denounce repression and call for respect of rights. At the upcoming Human Rights Council session, the push for the respect of rights must continue with the renewal of key mandates.