As part of improving detention monitoring practices, the Raoul Wallenberg Institute (RWI) concluded an in-person training on Advanced Detention Monitoring in Bishoftu for the Ethiopian Human Rights Commission (EHRC). This training marked the second phase of a blended learning programme
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Call for Proposals: 3rd International Conference on Human Rights Research in Armenia
The Raoul Wallenberg Institute of Human Rights and Humanitarian Law (RWI), in partnership with the French University in Armenia (UFAR) and the Human Rights Research Center (HRRC), is pleased to announce the 3rd International Conference on “Human Rights Research in … Continue reading » “Call for Proposals: 3rd International Conference on Human Rights Research in Armenia”
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Call for Applications: JUST THRIVE! Swedish Institute Academy for Young Professionals (SAYP) 2025-2026
SAYP 2025: Just Transition for Human Rights, Resilience, Inclusion, Value, and Equity Application Deadline: 26 August 2025
The Raoul Wallenberg Institute of Human Rights and Humanitarian Law (RWI) invites ambitious young professionals to apply for the JUST THRIVE module of … Continue reading » “Call for Applications: JUST THRIVE! Swedish Institute Academy for Young Professionals (SAYP) 2025-2026”
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Advancing Rights-Based Climate Education among Asia-Pacific Higher Education Institutions
From 27–29 May 2025, RWI in partnership with Ateneo School of Law (ALS), convened a regional capacity-building workshop in Colombo, Sri Lanka. The workshop brought together university partners from Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, the Philippines, and Vietnam to strengthen their capacity … Continue reading » “Advancing Rights-Based Climate Education among Asia-Pacific Higher Education Institutions”
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MoU Renewal Between ZPCS and RWI
By: Peacewell Makhurane, Junior Programme Officer
On 13 May 2025, the Zimbabwe Prisons and Correctional Service (ZPCS) and the Raoul Wallenberg Institute (RWI) renewed their Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for another five years. The cooperation focuses on the advancement … Continue reading » “MoU Renewal Between ZPCS and RWI”
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ZHRC Enhances Capacity to Monitor Service Delivery Through Targeted Training Workshop
The Raoul Wallenberg Institute of Human Rights and Humanitarian Law (RWI), in cooperation with the Zimbabwe Human Rights Commission (ZHRC) recently convened a training workshop aimed at equipping the ZHRC officials with the knowledge and tools necessary to effectively conduct … Continue reading » “ZHRC Enhances Capacity to Monitor Service Delivery Through Targeted Training Workshop”
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RWI Welcomes Thai Delegation Led by Dr Seree Nonthasoot to Lund — Strengthening Regional Engagement
On 20 May 2025, the Raoul Wallenberg Institute (RWI) hosted a delegation from Thailand led by Dr. Seree Nonthasoot, an esteemed human rights advocate. The visit was part of a broader study tour organized by the Institute of Research and … Continue reading » “RWI Welcomes Thai Delegation Led by Dr Seree Nonthasoot to Lund — Strengthening Regional Engagement”
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RWI mourns the passing of Lena Olsson, our Senior Librarian
RWI mourns the passing of our beloved friend and colleague, Senior Librarian Lena Olsson, who died on Saturday, 17 May 2025 at the age of 78.
Lena joined RWI as a Librarian in 1999 and retired in 2014. However, well
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Press release: Sweden Deepens Support for Ukraine’s EU Path through New Human Rights Programme at RWI Supported by Ministry for Foreign Affairs
Lund, 19 May 2025 — The Raoul Wallenberg Institute of Human Rights and Humanitarian Law (RWI) is pleased to announce the launch of a second Ukraine initiative this month—“CORE – EU Chapter 23: Co-Owned Rights Expertise for Ukraine’s Accession … Continue reading » “Press release: Sweden Deepens Support for Ukraine’s EU Path through New Human Rights Programme at RWI Supported by Ministry for Foreign Affairs”
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