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GANHRI 2026 Annual Meeting to Strengthen National Human Rights Institutions
Geneva, Switzerland (HRNW) — The Global Alliance of National Human Rights Institutions (GANHRI) Annual Meeting 2026 will be held from 30 March to 1 April 2026 at the Palais des Nations. The gathering will convene national human rights institutions (NHRIs) from over 100 countries to discuss accreditation status, independence standards, and strategies to counter shrinking…
24th International Film Festival and Forum on Human Rights (FIFDH) 2026 to Spotlight Global Justice Issues
Geneva, Switzerland (HRNW) — The International Film Festival and Forum on Human Rights (FIFDH) will take place from 6–15 March 2026 in Geneva, bringing together filmmakers, human rights defenders, UN officials, investigative journalists, and civil society leaders. The festival, held alongside sessions of the United Nations Human Rights Council, is expected to feature powerful documentary…
Global Human Rights and Justice Conference Focuses on Grassroots Movements
Cape Town, South Africa (HRNW)- An international conference on human rights, justice, and social movements is set to gather scholars, legal experts, and civil society leaders to discuss accountability, democratic resistance, and people-led movements. The event emphasizes practical solutions to human rights violations, policy reform, and strengthening global solidarity among activists working under repressive systems….
International Film Festival and Forum on Human Rights Highlights Global Justice Issues
Geneva, Switzerland (HRNW)- The International Film Festival and Forum on Human Rights (FIFDH) brings together filmmakers, activists, journalists, and human rights defenders to spotlight global injustices through powerful documentaries, films, and public debates. The event serves as a global platform where cinema meets activism, addressing issues such as war crimes, freedom of expression, refugee crises,…
Human Rights Council Forward Agenda
Geneva, Switzerland (HRNW)- Preparations continue for the 61st Regular Session of the UN Human Rights Council, to be held later this month. The agenda includes environmental human rights, biodiversity, cultural rights, and human rights defenders’ protection — reflecting the Council’s expanding thematic focus. HRNW Contribution Appeal If you value independent reporting and global human rights…
India University Hosts Peace Justice & Rights Conference
Mangaluru, India- (HRNW)- An international conference kicked off focused on building peaceful and inclusive societies, exploring justice and human rights issues aligned with SDG 16. Academics, civil society leaders and students from India, the U.S. and other countries are participating in discussions on institutional peace-building and rights protections. 🤝 Support Independent Rights Reporting Human rights…
NAIROBI, KENYA Global Conference Targets Urban Policy and Human Rights
The city of Nairobi is set to host the International Conference on Globalization, Human Rights, and Urban Policy (ICGHRUP) on January 21. This local-meets-international program will bring together researchers, policymakers, and activists to discuss how rapid urbanization impacts civil liberties and social justice. The event is part of a month-long series of human rights summits…
GENEVA, SWITZERLAND UN Prepares for Critical Child Rights Assessments
International human rights bodies gathered in Geneva this week as the UN Committee on the Rights of the Child began preparatory work for its 92nd session. Additionally, the Universal Periodic Review (UPR) Working Group is finalizing schedules for the fourth cycle reviews of thirteen states, including Australia, Austria, and Nepal, starting January 19. These sessions…
NISHINOMIYA, JAPAN ILO Empowers Future Business Leaders on Human Rights
The International Labour Organization (ILO) successfully concluded a specialized workshop yesterday at Konan University titled “Business and Human Rights and Applications in University Education.” The program targeted university faculty to integrate human rights due diligence and responsible business conduct into academic curricula. This initiative is part of a broader phase II project aimed at building…
Amnesty International USA: 2026 Annual General Meeting
WASHINGTON, DC (HRNW) – Amnesty International USA will host its largest annual gathering for human rights education and advocacy from March 6 to 8, 2026. The hybrid event, held both online and in Washington, D.C., will focus on the “Protection of Civic Space” amid rising domestic and international crackdowns on protests. The meeting serves as…