Tag results for 'HRI-Secretariat'

The ongoing risks to journalists and media freedom: a salient reminder on World Press Freedom Day 2024

The IBAHRI commemorates this United Nations World Press Freedom Day on 3 May 2024, by reiterating the importance of protecting and respecting journalists and media personnel around the world, who risk their lives to keep the public informed and shed light on injustice.

Released on May 3, 2024

2024 International Day of the Endangered Lawyer highlights plight of Iranian lawyers

On 24 January 2024, the IBAHRI held an event to mark the International Day of the Endangered Lawyer, which this year focused on Iran.

Released on Jan 24, 2024

IBAHRI Director joins Ukraine government’s Legal Task Force on Accountability for Crimes Committed in Ukraine

The government of Ukraine has announced the formation of the Legal Task Force on Accountability for Crimes Committed in Ukraine to support the country’s authorities in delivering justice for victims of any international crimes committed by Russia in Ukraine.

Released on Apr 7, 2022

High Level Panel of Legal Experts on Media Freedom calls for legal reforms at Anti-SLAPP Conference

The High Level Panel of Legal Experts on Media Freedom has issued a call for legal reforms to protect the rights of journalists and other activists at the United Kingdom’s first Anti-SLAPP Conference: Countering Legal Threats to Media Freedom.