Position paper: “Towards a Safe and Enabling Environment for the Right to Defend Human Rights”
In recent years, the global landscape has witnessed a concerning erosion of democratic values and civil rights, which has resulted in human rights defenders (HRDs) facing increasing challenges. Factors such as rising authoritarianism and the influence of non-state entities have contributed to restricting civil society’s role in shaping societal affairs. In this position paper, Protection […]
25th Anniversary of the Declaration on Human Rights Defenders: What’s Next for this Crucial Instrument?
9 December 2023 marks the 25th anniversary of the Declaration on the Right and Responsibility of Individuals, Groups, and Organs of Society to Promote and Protect Universally Recognized Human Rights and Fundamental Freedoms, more commonly known as the Declaration on Human Rights Defenders (HRDs). The Declaration’s adoption in 1998 was a huge achievement, and the […]
The AHRI Bilbao Declaration: A critical review of the UN Declaration on HRDs
In early September, Protection International participated in the 2023 AHRI Conference, hosted by the University of Deusto. A key outcome was the later-issued AHRI Bilbao Declaration, which serves as a critical review of the UN Declaration on Human Rights Defenders (HRDs), particularly spotlighting both its strengths and areas for improvement. This year is significant for […]
Combatting SLAPP Attacks in Thailand: How Protection International is making a difference
After four years of relentless advocacy and legal battles, a significant milestone has been reached in SLAPP Attacks in Thailand. Three cases of defamation and SLAPP (Strategic Lawsuits Against Public Participation) against Women Human Rights Defenders (WHRDs) were declared insubstantial, setting a precedent for future cases. This landmark decision marks a turning point in the […]
Innovation and Other Paradigms for Public Policies for the Protection of HRDs
Originally published in the Centro Regional de Servicios (CRES) Disponible la versión en español | La version française est disponible Luis Enrique Eguren y Alexandra Loaiza Introduction Since 1997, almost 26 years ago, a series of pioneering mechanisms and programs for the protection of human rights defenders (HRDs) have been created in different countries of […]
Innovation et autres paradigmes pour les politiques publiques de protection des défenseur·e·s des droits humains
Publié à l’origine dans le Centro Regional de Servicios (CRES) Version in English available | Disponible la versión en español Luis Enrique Eguren et Alexandra Loaiza R Introduction Depuis 1997, il y a presque 26 ans, une série de mécanismes et de programmes pionniers de protection des défenseur·e·s des droits de humains (DDH) ont été […]
Celebrating Thai LGBTQI+ Community: Embracing Diversity, Building a Just, Equal, and Fair Society
Reflecting on Bangkok and Chiang Mai Pride 2023 In a striking and invigorating proclamation, the LGBTQI+ community of Chiang Mai, Bangkok and throughout Thailand asserts the ownership of its dreams. These dreams encompass acceptance, equality and justice, resonating deeply within their hearts and igniting a passionate pursuit of change. They acknowledge the scars inflicted upon […]
Psychosocial Approach for Human Rights Defenders: Russian version announcement
[Версия русского текста ниже] Protection International are happy to announce the publication of our Psychosocial Approach for Human Rights Defenders guide in Russian. This tool is an invaluable resource for all those who work with human rights defenders (HRDs), providing guidance on how to address the emotional and psychological impacts of working in challenging and […]
Missing Voices 2022 Report: Accountability Now
Missing Voices is a coalition of organizations that together -including with the help of Protection International in Africa- have been documenting cases of police killings and enforced disappearances in a bid to understand the underlying causes of killings. The final aim is to end atrocities and claim justice for the families of the victims. In […]
Human Rights Defenders Poetry Challenge book inspire activists of today and tomorrow
Protection International (PI) created a poetry challenge as a way to support and celebrate human rights defenders who embody the power of peaceful protest, and who are pushing social movements forward, even amidst the challenges of a global pandemic. We chose to highlight poetry, because poetry is a critical element of human rights movements, and […]