Targeting populations simply because of their religion or beliefs is a human rights violation.

Tuesday is the International Day for Victims of Violence Based on Religion or Belief. un.org/en/observances… #StandUp4HumanRights

From climate action, to LGBTIQ+ rights, to youth empowerment & beyond...

Our #HumanRights75 Youth Advisory Group is addressing pressing #humanrights issues & paving the way for a better future for all!

Learn more about them & the causes they are fighting for.

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In times of crisis, economies falter. Investment declines and jobs suffer. Inequalities widen, and deepen. 

But economies anchored in human rights can withstand these shocks.

Message by Volker Türk: ohchr.org/en/statements/…

A special year in uncertain times - #humanrights75 reminds us of their relevance. With ⁦UN Human Rights EUR⁩ I pledge to promote these values with⁦United Nations in Brussels⁩ and in partnership with ⁦European Commission⁩ ⁦EU Council⁩ ⁦European External Action Service - EEAS 🇪🇺⁩ ⁦European Parliament⁩ we

⏰The countdown is on to the month-long celebration for #YouthDay this month.

This is your opportunity to take over our digital channels, and show the world the myriad of ways #YouthLead for the #GlobalGoals in their communities un.org/youthenvoy/202…

After 15 months of agonizing wait, families of detained men in Dymer still searching for answers & waiting for loved ones to come home.

Read story of residents of Dymer (Kyiv region), whose civilian relatives were taken by Russian soldiers when they occupied the area last…

As heat records are broken globally, this new UN Environment Programme report is a must-read, filled with actionable examples of ways to hold States & businesses accountable:  bit.ly/climatelitigat…

🤔Did you miss the UN Human Rights High Commissioner's interview and Q&A in #Brussels ' City Hall on 19 July?

Not to worry, here is the video 👇
youtube.com/watch?v=v60ETb…

Listen to Mr. Volker Türk discuss human rights in Europe and more!

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2023 marks 75 years since the adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.

Learn more & join the movement to help achieve a world of freedom, equality & justice for all: ohchr.org/en/human-right… #HumanRights75

Inequalities, discrimination, and exclusion are often the root causes of conflict.

Societies that respect human rights experience less violence and insecurity, and are more resilient and inclusive.

Here’s why prevention is instrumental to achieve peace ⬇️

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Born in the Balkans and raised amidst war, Senior Human Rights Officer Milan Markovic saw deprivation and discrimination firsthand.

Now he works for disability rights and calls out for ways to stand up for #HumanRights in everyday life.

Learn more: ow.ly/Css350PifJv

We need to build bridges and engage States across regions to avoid human rights being instrumentalised -> my message to EU foreign ministers in Brussels yesterday.

As we approach the 75th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, we’re joining forces with FIFA to promote non-discrimination, inclusion and the rights of indigenous peoples in football and beyond.  #humanrights75 FIFA Women's World Cup

Closing his first visit to Brussels, UN Human Rights Chief met with Belgium Minister of Foreign affairs, European Affairs, Foreign Trade and Federal Cultural Institutions Ms. Hadja lahbib. The Office supports #Belgium in bringing human rights forward in its foreign policy 🇧🇪

Rule of law, disinformation and civic space as the key topics of engagement between UN Human Rights Chief and EU @EU #EU Tweeting for Charity! commissioner Věra Jourová. UN-EU partnership should be based on universal values.

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Human rights begin at home. They must be at the core of all laws, at national + EU levels - Volker Türk European Parliament ow.ly/ICgW50PgYwH

. UN Human Rights Chief answered questions tonight from numerous young people and #HRDs in #Brussels City Hall on issues that really matter to them and all of us.

Stay tuned for the video!

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Appreciate in-depth & candid discussion with Josep Borrell Fontelles on some of the world's most pressing human rights issues.

In order to discuss the important human rights dimension of the EU neighborhood and beyond, @UNHumanrights chief Mr. Türk met with EU Commissioner Mr. Várhelyi today in Brussels.

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On his first official visit to Brussels #UNHumanRights chief Mr. Türk met for a Consultation on #humanrights with European External Action Service - EEAS 🇪🇺 with participation from EU Fundamental Rights ➡️ #HumanRights exploring a wide range of Human Rights and geographic developments. More discussion means more informed action.