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To mark International Human Rights Day (10 December), UN Human Rights organized a Spotlight event for Human Rights Defenders in the European Parliament in Brussels, an Exhibition and more. Join in, mobilize and learn more!
Join us on 9 December at 3 PM to mark international Human Rights Day and International Human Rights Defenders Day in our next event "Enhancing the Common Agenda for Protection".
On 30 October 2024, the UN Human Rights Regional Office for Europe co-convened a virtual event commemorating the International Day of Care and Support to discuss the vital role of care and support systems in building sustainable and resilient societies and economies.
This web-based publication is meant as a reference tool for Members of the European Parliament and staff on information about and useful contacts for the international human rights framework and, more generally, to raise awareness about the normative work of the United Nations and its funds, programmes and specialized agencies.
Inaugurated in 2005, the Minorities Fellowship Programme (MFP) is OHCHR’s flagship training initiative, dedicated to empowering human rights defenders from national, ethnic, religious, and linguistic minority communities.
The Right to Health of People of African Descent: Addressing Racism and Health Inequities
On June 26-27, the European Public Health Alliance (EPHA) and the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) held a two-day conference focusing on the right to health for People of African Descent. The event aimed to develop actionable recommendations to feed into the next cycle of the EU Anti-racism Action Plan, promoting health equity and combating racism across Europe.
As the Olympic Games returned this year in Paris, the worldwide competition displays athletic excellence, showcasing the best of human potential. Beyond the physical prowess, the Olympics are deeply linked to the promotion of human rights. The convening power and peaceful ambitions of the Games serve as a beacon for global unity. As athletes from around the world gather in Paris, the Olympic spirit calls for a renewed commitment to human dignity, equality, and peace.
OUR MISSION
The United Nations Human Rights Regional Office for Europe’s (ROE) primary function is to advance human rights in the European Union (EU) through technical assistance, advocacy, and reporting on human rights, based on the recommendations of UN human rights mechanisms. the Regional Office works to address human rights gaps in EU legislation, budgeting and policy-making, seizing the impetus created by the Sustainable Development Agenda. In addition, the Regional Office strives for the integration of a human rights-based approach in EU external action, migration policies and development cooperation. The Office further fulfils an outreach, liaison and good offices role between the UN Human Rights Office globally and the EU institutions.
The Access Guide to UN Human Rights Standards is now available
This web-based publication is meant as a reference tool for the international human rights framework and, more generally, to raise awareness about the normative work of the United Nations and its funds, programmes and specialized agencies.
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Regional Dialogue on the Right to a Clean, Healthy and Sustainable environment
The Regional Dialogue, organised in collaboration with the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), witnessed the participation of around 100 on person and 100 viewers online, including representatives from 30 countries, 3 regional organisations, 5 UN Agencies, and a diverse range of stakeholders: Civil society organisations, indigenous people representations, and national human rights Institute.
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UN HUMAN RIGHTS CHIEF VISITED BRUSSELS FOR FIRST TIME IN CURRENT CAPACITY
Between 18 and 20 July, the High Commissioner visited Brussels for his first visit in his current capacity, for the annual OHCHR-EU Strategic Engagement.
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