Tala Odeh, a young human rights defender, serves as a regional coordinator for the NAMA Network, immersing herself in the MENA region's socio-political complexities. Her efforts to advocate for individual rights and address systemic issues highlight the critical need for resilience and adaptability.
ISHR welcomes the appointment of Prince Zeid of Jordan as the next UN High Commissioner for Human Rights and calls upon him to follow the example set by the current High Commissioner, Navi Pillay, in supporting human rights defenders, promoting accountability for violations, and pursuing access to justice for victims.
A coalition of over 40 leading non-governmental organisations has today called for States that are candidates for membership to the UN Human Rights Council to do more to respect human rights at home and at the international level.
