The Raoul Wallenberg Institute of human rights and humanitarian law’s (RWI) Regional Asia Pacific Programme (RAPP) has organised an end-of programme closing event called ‘Synergies for Sustainable Change: Connecting Human Rights, Gender Equality, and Environmental Protection in Asia and the … Continue reading » “Regional Asia Pacific Office organises an end-of Programme event after 7 years”
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CALL FOR ALUMNI – Contributions
The Raoul Wallenberg Institute is pleased to announce its 40th Anniversary which will be marked throughout the year 2024 under the hashtag #RWIAt40. As we approach a significant milestone in our journey, celebrating 40 years of the Raoul Wallenberg Institute’s … Continue reading » “CALL FOR ALUMNI – Contributions”
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RWI starts cooperation with Lindahl
The Raoul Wallenberg Institute is happy to announce a two-year cooperation with Lindahl. Human Rights Law is an important point of contact between both RWI and Lindahl.
“We are grateful for the support to our work and are
Training for Indigenous Youths in Cambodia
Training on “TRAUMA INFORMED CARE AND SELF-CARE” for Indigenous Youths in Rattanakiri Province, Cambodia
On 16 November 2023, the Raoul Wallenberg Institute, Phnom Penh Office, in cooperation with the Conserve Indigenous Peoples Languages Organisation (CIPL), conducted a training on
Joint Workshop for the three Independent Commissions in Zimbabwe
From 21-22 November 2023, RWI Harare Office in cooperation with three independent commissions in Zimbabwe namely, the Zimbabwe Human Rights Commission (ZHRC), Zimbabwe Gender Commission (ZGC) and Zimbabwe Anti-Corruption Commission (ZACC) conducted a joint workshop to develop joint actions and … Continue reading » “Joint Workshop for the three Independent Commissions in Zimbabwe”
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RWI’s engagement with Artificial Intelligence and Human Rights
Artificial intelligence is everywhere in the news these days. RWI is no stranger to the topic, having recently been engaged in two events to highlight the role of AI and its impacts on the protection and enjoyment of human rights.
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Successful Human Rights Research Conference Held in Yerevan
The Raoul Wallenberg Institute of Human Rights and Humanitarian Law (RWI) proudly hosted the “Human Rights Research in Armenia: Current and Emerging Issues” conference on December 1, 2023, at Yerevan State University (YSU). This event, a collaboration with YSU’s Faculty … Continue reading » “Successful Human Rights Research Conference Held in Yerevan”
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UN Special Rapporteur on freedom of religion or belief – Nazila Ghanea
UN Special Rapporteur on freedom of religion or belief, Nazila Ghanea, visited Sweden from October 11 to 20, 2023, at the invitation of the Swedish Government. Discussions with government officials, faith communities, and various organisations took place. Ghanea also met … Continue reading » “UN Special Rapporteur on freedom of religion or belief – Nazila Ghanea”
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Administrative Justice Stakeholders Engagement Report
ZHRC Engages key stakeholders in Manicaland as it continues to cultivate its Administrative Justice Function.
On 4 October 2023, the Zimbabwe Human Rights Commission (ZHRC) came together with Government Ministries, Departments, and State Agencies from Manicaland Province. This event, supported