Very concerned by the reported harassment of Uyghur WHRD Nuria Zyden in Dublin & intimidation of her family members in Xinjiang in apparent retaliation for her work on Uyghur rights. I urge the Irish authorities to ensure she receives adequate protection. www.rte.ie/news/investi...

Hearing disturbing news that German-based Egyptian WHRD Basma Mostafa continues to be subjected to threats by supporters of an Egyptian state agent who attacked her in Berlin & who was recently arrested in London for his threatening behaviour. (1/2)

Ya pública: carta al Gobierno de #México sobre el asesinato de la defensora de los derechos humanos y abogada indígena Sandra Domínguez Martínez y de su esposo, tras haber sido desaparecidos en oct. de 2024. Leer la comunicación integral y la respuesta del Gobierno: srdefenders.org/mexico-asesi...

The Global Sumud Flotilla continues to sail towards #Gaza despite the attacks against it. Human rights defenders are doing what States should have done long ago. Spain & Italy have sent ships to accompany it. Other States must immediately do the same. The genocide must be stopped.

Now public: I wrote to the Government of #China about the arbitrary detention, sentencing & ill-treatment in prison of Tibetan WHRD Namkyi when she was a minor. I have not received a reply yet. 🔽 Read the full communication: srdefenders.org/china-arbitr...

Hearing disturbing news from #Thailand, where HRD Witoon Lianchamroon was recently indicted. I fear the baseless charges against him are a reprisal for his work on community rights and food security, and I’ll be closely following his first hearing on 22 October.

J'apprends avec inquiétude que le DDH algérien Said Salhi, réfugié en Belgique, subit des pressions de l'Algérie pour qu'il cesse son travail pacifique, via des menaces policières contre lui & ses frères restés au pays. Ces intimidations doivent cesser & Salhi doit être protégé.

Hearing disturbing news that Algerian HRD & refugee in Belgium, Said Salhi, faces Algerian pressure to end his peaceful work through police threats against him & his brothers back home. This intimidation must stop & Salhi must be protected.

Now public: communication to the government of #Kyrgyzstan on the arbitrary detention & criminal prosecution of Rita Rahman (Karasartova) & Kanyshai Mamyrkulova. I look forward to receiving the gvt reply. srdefenders.org/kyrgyzstan-a...

🔔 REMINDER: Human rights defenders, you have until 30 September to contribute to my next report to the UN. I want to bring your voices directly to the Human Rights Council: what would you like me to tell States on your behalf? ⬇️ All practical details here ⬇️ srdefenders.org/submit-infor...

J'apprends avec inquiétude que, bien que le DDH algérien Said Boudour ait été acquitté des charges liées à son travail pacifique, il reste soumis à une interdiction de voyager & un important harcèlement sécuritaire. J'exhorte les autorités à mettre fin aux mesures d'intimidation contre lui.

Hearing disturbing news that although Algerian HRD & journalist Said Boudour has been acquitted of all charges related to his peaceful work, he still faces a travel ban & serious security harassment. I urge the Algerian authorities to end all intimidation against him.

On 16 October, I'll present my report on HRDs working on climate change & a just transition at #UNGA80. In the lead up, I'm sharing a guest blog by the climate activist & ecofeminist Amanda da Cruz Costa, from #Brazil srdefenders.org/information/...

The US sanctions against Al-Haq, Al-Mezan, & the Palestinian Centre for Human Rights, three leading Palestinian human rights orgs, for their cooperation with the ICC is an alarming, direct attack on international justice & should be reversed. Full press release: srdefenders.org/un-experts-d...

I’m hearing disturbing news that yesterday Rita Karasartova was convicted under articles 278 & 327 of #Kyrgyzstan's Criminal Code. While she was sentenced to probation and a fine rather than imprisonment, I’m seriously concerned by her criminalisation, allegedly for human rights work.

I’m hearing disturbing news that on 16th September human rights defender Murat Dushemov was sentenced to 8 more years in prison in #Turkmenistan after a closed trial on dubious charges. His prolonged denial of family contact deepens concerns. He should be released and given a fair, open trial.

Le travail des défenseurs et défenseuses des droits humains palestiniens à Gaza est essentiel. Je transmets leurs témoignages dans l’espoir qu’ils seront entendus par les Français. Cette folie doit prendre fin. blogs.mediapart.fr/mary-lawlor/...

The disappearance of #HRDs destroys families, communities & strikes at the heart of human rights struggles to clear the way for plunder & profit. States & businesses should pay close attention to this report, including key points on climate change & a just transition www.ohchr.org/en/press-rel...

On 16 October, I'll present my report on HRDs working on climate change at #UNGA80. In the lead up, I'm sharing a guest blog by grassroots group #SaveOurSperrins, on their work to protect the land from the negative impacts of gold mining. srdefenders.org/information/...

At 2pm CET today I will participate in a press conference with my colleagues Francesca Albanese, Irene Khan & George Katrougalos on the situation in #Gaza. I will focus on the situation of human rights defenders on the ground. Livestream here: webtv.un.org/en/asset/k18...

‘I woke up and there was no water’: Gaza’s human rights defenders in their own words | Mary Lawlor

Recently I spoke with Palestinian human rights defenders in Gaza. These are some of their words about their work, daily lives & the immense risks they face trying to preserve the possibility of accountability for the atrocities being committed by Israel. www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...

En juillet dernier, j'ai écrit au gouvernement de l'#Algérie à propos de la condamnation du DDH Abdallah Benaoum à 18 mois de prison ferme, une amende et la privation de ses droits civils & politiques. Je déplore l'absence de réponse du gouvernement. srdefenders.org/algerie-cond...

It was lovely reuniting with Uyghur HRD Yalkun Uluyol @yalkun.bsky.social for a #HRC60 side event in Geneva, alongside my trusted colleague Orsolya Toth. Yalkun's father, Memet Yaqup, was wrongfully imprisoned for 16 years by the Chinese government for committing no recognizable crime.

Hearing disturbing news of increasing threats to Lebanese human rights lawyer Mohammed Sablouh, reportedly linked to his denunciation of the use of torture & the failure of the authorities to act. (1/2)

​​Agradezco al gobierno de la República Dominicana su respuesta a nuestra carta sobre el #AcuerdoEscazú. Lamento que no haya avanzado en su adhesión al tratado. srdefenders.org/progress-of-...

I welcome the Ankara court decision to provisionally release Turkish youth rights defender Enes Hocaoğulları; a decision in his case is expected on 23 February 2026, and I really hope the charges against him will be dropped. @coe.int

Le 16/10, je présenterai mon rapport sur les défenseurs des droits humains luttant contre les changements climatiques à l'ONU #UNGA80. D'ici-là, je partage un billet du DDH Alioune Badara Gueye évoquant son travail sur le sujet au #Sénégal: srdefenders.org/information/...

On 16 October, I'll present my report on HRDs working on climate change at #UNGA80. In the lead up, I'm sharing a guest blog by HRD Alioune Badara Gueye, who talks about his work combatting the negative impacts of climate change in #Senegal: srdefenders.org/information/...

Brian Dooley was an amazing support while part of my team as senior advisor. His long-standing work for human rights, from Ireland to the US and Ukraine, speaks to his dedication and dignity. I’m glad to see his hard work acknowledged. @dooleydooley.bsky.social www.uio.no/english/abou...

Great news this morning as Polish court finds activists Hajnowka 5 innocent. I was at their trial last week - statement from @humanrightsfirst.org here @valeriahaensel.bsky.social @piotrczaban.bsky.social @fulelo.bsky.social humanrightsfirst.org/library/huma...

🗓️ On Tuesday 9 September, I'll be taking part in this #HRC60 side event organised by @chrdnet.bsky.social, @ishr.ch, @amnesty.org & @hrw.org to discuss #China's practice of long term detention for human rights defenders. Looking forward to hearing from my fellow panelists.

I’ll be following closely the trial on Monday in Ankara of Turkish youth rights defender Enes Hocaoğulları, charged last month with spreading false news following his speech at the Council of Europe on Turkish police violence @coe.int

The 24 Aug attack on the #OceanViking by the Libyan Coastguard, funded by the EU&Italy, is only the latest attack against human rights defenders in the Central Med. It is designed to stop their work &leave the sea clear for the rights of those seeking to cross it to be violated. @sosmediterranee.org

Last month, I met with a group of HRDs working to protect the rights of marginalised communities in #Benin. I was amazed by their commitment & perseverance, despite harassment, stigma & violence being everyday risks for their peaceful activism. srdefenders.org/information/...

So very sorry to hear of Yanette Bautista’s death. She was a fearless woman human rights defender who motivated me when I saw her struggle for the disappeared and for women’s rights.

Hearing disturbing news that Iranian human rights defender Hasti Amiri was sentenced to three years in prison. Her peaceful advocacy for prisoners' rights and against the death penalty is protected under international law, and I demand that the sentence is revoked immediately.

Me sumo a los mensajes de dolor tras el asesinato del madre buscadora y defensora de derechos humanos Aida Karina Juárez Jacobo en #Mexico. Las autoridades deben asegurar que este crimen no quede en la impunidad y proteger a las personas buscadoras.

وصلتني أنباءٌ مُقلقةٌ عن توجيه اتهاماتٍ للمحامية المصرية والمدافعة عن حقوق الإنسان، ماهينور المصري، بنشر أخبارٍ كاذبة، واستمرار منعها من السفر. نشرتُ الأسبوع الماضي عن قضيةٍ مماثلة؛ يجب أن تنتهي المضايقات القضائية المصرية للمدافعين عن حقوق الإنسان

Hearing disturbing news that Egyptian lawyer & human rights defender Mahienour El-Masry has been charged with spreading false information & continues to be banned from travel. I posted about another similar case last week; #Egypt’s judicial harassment of HRDs must end.

Proud to stand alongside 48 colleagues in Special Procedures @un-spexperts.bsky.social to reaffirm the centrality of gender in advancing human rights. www.ohchr.org/en/press-rel...

I am very disturbed by reports that Mongolian HRD Sukhbat Ganbayar was detained & questioned while transiting through Beijing on his way to a human rights conference in Malaysia last week, prevented from continuing onwards & deported back to Mongolia. (1/2)

Très préoccupée d'apprendre qu'Abdoul Aziz Goma, un citoyen irlandais & togolais emprisonné à Lomé, a entamé hier une grève de la faim pour protester contre ses conditions de détention & l'absence de soins médicaux adéquats, & pour demander la libération des prisonniers politiques dans le pays (1/2)

Very concerned to hear that Abdoul Aziz Goma, an Irish-Togolese citizen imprisoned in Lome, began a hunger strike yesterday to protest his conditions & lack of adequate medical treatment & calling for the release of political prisoners in the country. (1/2)

Lana Estemirova’s book is a powerful, loving tribute to her mother Natalia, a courageous WHRD who helped countless people in Chechnya and never looked away from injustice. She was abducted and killed in 2009. (1/2)

En juin dernier, j'ai écrit au gouvernement de la #Tunisie à propos de la détention & des mauvais traitements infligés au défenseur des droits humains Mohamed Ali Rtimi. 🔽 Lire la communication désormais publique: srdefenders.org/tunisie-dete...

وصلتني أنباءٌ مُقلقةٌ عن اعتقال كريم عنارة، المدافع المصري عن حقوق الإنسان ومدير الأبحاث في المبادرة المصرية للحقوق الشخصية، اليوم، واستجوابه من قِبَل نيابة أمن الدولة لأسبابٍ مجهولة. يجب أن تتوقف المضايقات المستمرة لموظفي المبادرة المصرية للحقوق الشخصية.

Hearing disturbing news that Egyptian #HRD Karim Ennarah, Research Director with the Egyptian Initiative for Personal Rights, was arrested today & is being questioned by state security prosecution for unknown reasons. The continued harassment of EIPR staff must stop.

المدافعون عن حقوق الإنسان: نرغب في سماع آرائكم! يُرجى الإجابة على الأسئلة الواردة في الرابط التالي للمساعدة في إعداد تقريري النهائي لمجلس حقوق الإنسان في مارس/آذار المقبل. آمل أن أتمكن من فهم كيفية تعاملكم مع هذه الأوقات العصيبة. srdefenders.org/submit-infor...

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