I am deeply troubled by attempts to criminalize same-sex relationships in some parts of the world. The persecution of LGBTQI people is a breach of human rights and leads to devastating public health consequences. My statement: unf.pa/chm

#Uganda: Making homosexuality punishable by death is an egregious violation of human rights, UN experts say, warning that new legislation would exacerbate stigmatisation, violence, harassment &discrimination. #LGBT persons must be supported, not persecuted ow.ly/rV9M50NuIIR

#Uganda: We are appalled that the draconian and discriminatory anti-gay bill is now law. It is a recipe for systematic violations of the rights of LGBT people & the wider population. It conflicts with the Constitution and international treaties and requires urgent judicial

Women have left an indelible mark on the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. They influenced the scope, changed language and pushed for particular rights. Learn how women shaped the Declaration: ohchr.org/en/stories/201… #humanrights75

UN Human Rights ESARO is pleased to partner with RWI_Nairobi, GIZ African Union, Stellenbosch University & Sweden in Ethiopia & AU to celebrate #Maputo@20 with the #2023AcademicConference on Women's Rights, Gender Equality, and Intersectional Vulnerabilities #StandUp4HumanRights

From analysing the Interpretations of the #MaputoProtocol to tackling Disabilities and Gender Equality, day 1 of the #2023AcademicConference sparked conversations aimed at advancing women's rights amongst African Human Rights Institutions.

"It's commendable that most states have been adjudicating cases using the #MaputoProtocol" Hon. Sallah-Njie during the Reflections on the Maputo Protocol session at the #2023AcademicConference. Also participating in the session is Justice Kathurima & Ms. Hilary-UNCEDAW Committee

Due to multiple requests received, the ACDHRS has decided to extend the Participant Registration deadline, especially for #Tanzania NGOs. The new deadline is 28 September 2023. Visit acdhrs.org/ngo-forum/ PALU East Africa Law Society(EALS) The Coalition for an Effective African Court

Starting off our #20lettersforAfrica series is Ms. Hilary Gbedemah-Member, UN Committee on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW). In her letter, Ms. Hilary urges all African states to ratify & domesticate the #MaputoProtocol. Listen in UN Human Rights ESARO

🗣️Tomorrow I will address the General Assembly as #IESOGI for the last time to present key findings from my report on colonialism. 📝Ahead of that appearance, I present recommendations about reparations for the legacy of colonialism in relation to SOGI: ohchr.org/en/special-pro…

🗓 SAVE THE DATE: Tomorrow's roundtable discussion with stakeholders on investing to prevent violence against women and girls at 10:00hrs EA time. #NoExcuse #OrangeWorld

I condemn this brutal hate attack on Steven Kabuye & demand justice for Kabuye. We are witnessing evictions, job terminations, death threats, assaults & other crimes all driven by hate since Uganda’s anti homosexuality law was passed. Sad! Stop the hate! Embrace & love. ☮️

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#Ghana: Anti-LGBTQ+ bill passed by Parliament is deeply harmful for everyone - Volker Türk. It should not become law. Everyone has the right to live free from violence and discrimination - LGBTQ+ people included.

Today’s raging conflicts should shock us into action. Peace can only be built with women at the table- but their voices remain unheard. It's time to shift the status quo & #InvestInWomen in leadership— to end conflicts, centuries-old patriarchal structures & misogyny #WomensDay

"Without women at the tables of power, there can be no peace. No justice. No democracy. Without women – in all their diversity – there is absolutely no progress at all." - UN Human Rights Chief Volker Türk on #WomensDay. #InvestInWomen #IStandWithHer

How can youth be truly represented and play a meaningful role in decision making? Fruitful exchange at Addis Ababa University between @rolandkobia, @preuxbaets, @riccardomosca2, Dr Ambaye Ogato, Commissioner of the National Dialogue Commission & Bethel Gebeyehu from UNA Ethiopia

Applications for Women Deliver's Emerging Leaders for Change Program are now open!   🌍 Eligible countries: Burundi, Ethiopia, Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, & Uganda 🧡 Age range: 15-29 years old   Deadline: 30 May 2024   Learn more & apply here 👇 bit.ly/3Vqwx5A

UN Human Rights EARO and UN Women Liaison Office to the AU & UNECA organized a two-day regional consultation for Africa on the elaboration of CEDAW General Recommendation No. 40 on the equal and inclusive representation of women in decision-making systems. #CEDAWG40

Day 2 #CEDAW regional consultation of its General Recommendation No. 40 for women’s equal representation in decision-making systems by UN Women Liaison Office to the AU & UNECA & UN Human Rights ESARO. We go into discussions to shape vital frameworks & how new challenges can be addressed in #CEDAWG40 Antonia Sodonon