Without immediate & tangible action, environmental destruction will increase exponentially, with catastrophic impact on all of us.

Under human rights law, those responsible for the climate crisis are legally obligated to stop, minimize & remedy its human rights impacts, now 👇

UN Human Rights Chief Volker Türk voices his horror at the loss of civilian life after Israeli air strikes hit a #Rafah camp where displaced people were sheltering.

Israel must cease its military offensive in Rafah. All parties to the conflict must put in place a ceasefire.

#PapuaNewGuinea : UN Human Rights Chief Volker Türk is saddened by the devastating toll of the landslide & expresses his deepest solidarity with Govt and the people.

It's paramount that humanitarian assistance reaches those affected promptly & the most vulnerable are protected.

Digital cooperation is crucial to harness new tech's potential and ensure it benefits everyone.

I urge Governments, companies and civil society to work together to ensure new tech respects human rights.

This means transparency, safeguarding privacy and ensuring remedy.

In a world where technology is rapidly evolving, how do we ensure that human rights are at the heart of digital governance?

Join UN Human Rights Chief Volker Türk's conversation with UN leaders to learn why digital cooperation is so crucial to harness tech for good.

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Today I met inspiring young rights defenders from around the world. Their determination to build a fairer world gives me much hope for the future.

We must listen to them & act for their rights-& the rights of all generations to come. The choices we make today define our tomorrow

#Myanmar : frightening accounts of killing and burning in northern Rakhine State. Tens of thousands displaced. @Volker_Turk calls for immediate end to violence & protection of Rohingya. Aid must be allowed to flow.

#Ukraine : Civilians displaced from north-eastern border areas tell UNHumanRightsUkraine of terrifying aerial bombardment by Russian armed forces, in some cases having to shelter in basements for days. We call on #Russia to respect int'l law & to cease attacks on Ukraine immediately.

Our economy is keeping millions in poverty, driving inequalities, stalling climate action & fueling crises

To build a just & sustainable world for all, we need urgent reforms aligning the intl financial system & domestic economic policies w/ human rights

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#Philippines : We're deeply concerned by the conviction of child & women’s rights defender Maria Salome “Sally” Crisostomo-Ujano to a minimum of 10 years in jail for the crime of 'rebellion'. We call for her conviction and sentence to be immediately reviewed.

'An important step towards promotion of a culture of remembrance & peace in Bosnia & Herzegovina & in the region'- Volker Türk welcomes the resolution adopted by #UNGA to designate 11 July as the Int'l Day of Reflection & Commemoration of the 1995 Genocide in #Srebrenica .

Decades of conflict have traumatized 7.2 million people in the #DRC , forcing them to flee and threatening their well-being and stability.

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Very grateful for important exchange w/ Josep Borrell Fontelles & delegation on a range of shared concerns, notably OPT.

We remain steadfast in our commitment to increasing respect for human rights— for everyone, everywhere.

Human rights underpin justice, peace & sustainable development

Wishing those who celebrate a peaceful #Vesak today filled with inspiration from the teachings of compassion and wisdom.

Biodiversity loss threatens our survival.

As negotiators meet in Nairobi to discuss implementing the Global Biodiversity Framework, I urge them to ensure plans are grounded in human rights, justice & sustainability

Be #PartOfThePlan . Protect out planet👇
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1 in 6 experience significant disability, yet barriers prevent the full realisation of their rights.

It's not enough to declare support; we need to act.

I urge Governments to step up political & financial commitments to disability rights.

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Violence & stigma deprive older people of their rights & block their vital contributions.

We need their wisdom, creativity & experience.

We need stronger commitment to develop an intl legal instrument that protects their rights & economies that invest in their care & dignity.

#CulturalDiversity is a strength, not a threat.

To end today's interlocking crises, we must respect each other's views - learning from one another's unique experience & knowledge.

Mutual understanding & solidarity are vital to a future where everyone's rights are protected.

#Myanmar : UN Human Rights Chief Volker Türk deeply alarmed by reports of renewed violence & destruction in northern Rakhine state, resulting in displacement of potentially tens of thousands of civilians, mainly Rohingya.

#Sudan : Horrified by the devastating toll of the ongoing violence in El-Fasher & across Sudan, UN Human Rights Chief Volker Türk in phone calls with the leaders of both sides, urges them to urgently cease hostilities and resume ceasefire negotiations.