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Human Rights after Brexit

United Nations Association Coventry Branch Posted on 13th February 2019 by wykenseagrave15th February 2019

While most EU laws will be copied and pasted into UK law after Brexit (as stated in the EU Withdrawal Bill) there is one piece of legislation which will almost certainly not be included: the EU Charter of Fundamental Rights. The Charter … Continue reading →

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Human Rights and Sustainable Development – Videos of Mary Robinson’s Speeches

United Nations Association Coventry Branch Posted on 8th February 2019 by wykenseagrave9th February 2019

On 9 October 2018 she had made the following remarks highlighting the enduring relevance of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights in protecting the vulnerable against the effects of climate change as the UN marked the 70th Anniversary of the … Continue reading →

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Human Rights in Action Selection Process

United Nations Association Coventry Branch Posted on 31st January 2019 by wykenseagrave31st January 2019

A selection panel are currently reviewing applications by young people who want to represent UNA Coventry on the Human Rights in Action program 2019. We were delighted to receive 9 applications from young people who live in or near Coventry … Continue reading →

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New Human Rights Flag

United Nations Association Coventry Branch Posted on 21st December 2018 by wykenseagrave21st December 2018

Chinese artist and activist Ai Weiwei has designed a light blue flagwith a white footprint, to raise awareness about the importance of human rights. Designed to celebrate the 70th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, the pale blue flag has a footprint … Continue reading →

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Human Rights in Action Application

United Nations Association Coventry Branch Posted on 13th December 2018 by wykenseagrave28th January 2019

Applications for this programme closed on 27 January 2019. The United Nations Association Coventry Branch are searching for a young person who is highly committed to human rights and is driven, creative, and well-organized. You will represent UNA Coventry on … Continue reading →

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The Universal Declaration of Human Rights

United Nations Association Coventry Branch Posted on 26th October 2018 by wykenseagrave26th October 2018

The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) is a milestone document in the history of human rights. Drafted by representatives with different legal and cultural backgrounds from all regions of the world, the Declaration was proclaimed by the United Nations … Continue reading →

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#StandUp4HumanRights

United Nations Association Coventry Branch Posted on 23rd October 2018 by wykenseagrave23rd October 2018

It’s been 70 years since the Universal Declaration of Human Rights was proclaimed by the United Nations. It is a landmark document that sets out fundamental human rights to be universally protected – from freedom of expression, to the presumption of innocence, … Continue reading →

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Update on Campaign to find best UN Human Rights Commissioner

United Nations Association Coventry Branch Posted on 28th July 2018 by wykenseagrave28th July 2018

The new High Commissioner for Human Rights will begin their work on 1 September. UNA-UK are campaigning to find the best person for the job. Here is an update on their progress. The Job Description. Selection criteria for UN High … Continue reading →

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Kids Global Human Rights Art Competition

United Nations Association Coventry Branch Posted on 30th June 2018 by wykenseagrave30th June 2018

What do human rights mean to you? And why should they be respected and defended? If you are between 10 and 14 years old, express yourself by taking part in this global art competition to celebrate the 70th anniversary of … Continue reading →

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OHCHR

United Nations Association Coventry Branch Posted on 3rd May 2018 by wykenseagrave30th June 2018

The UN Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) spearheads the United Nations’ human rights efforts. We offer leadership, work objectively, educate and take action to empower individuals and assist States in upholding human rights. Its goal is to … Continue reading →

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