Sentences with phrase «promotion of the human rights»

«The freedom of lawyers to defend their clients without facing harassment and intimidation is of paramount importance in ensuring the protection and promotion of human rights.

«The World Conference on Human Rights urges Governments, institutions, intergovernmental and non-governmental organizations to intensify their efforts for the protection and promotion of human rights of women and the girl - child».

Government, as an agent of justice must therefore move beyond protection and deterrent functions to the» active and creative promotion of human rights.

But the charter does declare promotion of human rights to be a purpose of the UN.

What Khan and McNally's comments show is that both Labour and the Liberal Democrats have begun to see the promotion of human rights as a vote winner.

Labour and the Liberal Democrats have begun to see the promotion of human rights as a vote winner.

Established in October 1945, the United Nations is an international organization with 191 members whose goals include the promotion of human rights, reduction of poverty, protection of the environment and the fight against disease.

Nicola Brewer, CEO of the commission, said that the «UN accreditation is a historic step in the early life of the Commission, and reinforces our role as the leading body for the promotion of human rights in Britain».

That, in its very definition, is the promotion of human rights.

In my opinion, her biggest achievement has been her ability, despite climbing the legal echelons to success, to maintain her initial focus, which was the promotion of human rights, social justice, the right to equality and her commitment to serve her community.

West Coast LEAF believes that an independent, authoritative and empowered Commission is essential to the promotion of human rights and gender equality in BC.

The network is dedicated to the promotion of human rights through peaceful efforts to push for democratic and rule of law reforms and to strengthen grassroots activism in China.

Article 1 of the Draft Norms makes it clear that governments have primary responsibility for the protection and promotion of human rights including development.

I am delighted that joining us here today we have Mark Bin Barkar and Alec Kruger — two men who were honoured at the Human Rights Awards yesterday for their contribution to the promotion of human rights in Australia for work that predominately relates to the stolen generations.

From the challenges that face a person with a disability seeking independent living, through to immigration detention policy, the promotion of human rights must address both individual need and systemic change.

These reports provide comprehensive analyses of the protection and promotion of the human rights of Indigenous peoples.

Not exact matches

OPEN Festival is a regional festival dedicated to the promotion of ideas of liberty and human rights.

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All of this is given moral status through the promotion of «human rights» that are almost entirely individualistic, exemplified by the present fixation on sexual liberties.

Agnosticism about human dignity and objective morality in various forms plays a significant role in the justification and promotion of «abortion rights» around the world.

A reformed role model approach, when applied to human rights diplomacy, takes the form of a laissez - faire attitude to rights promotion.

The Government of Nigeria remains deeply committed to the principles of human rights as well as the promotion and protection of people's freedom, even in the process of fighting terror.

His core beliefs which give him a coherent political outlook remain to help the underprivileged, a belief in the universal welfare state and the promotion of peace and human rights on a global scale.

The UK assumed the chairmanship of the Council of Europe in November 2011 to run for six months until May 2012 and Foreign Secretary William Hague announced that the «overarching theme» of the chairmanship would be the promotion and protection of human rights, with reform of the European Court of Human Rights «the top priority.&rhuman rights, with reform of the European Court of Human Rights «the top priority.&rights, with reform of the European Court of Human Rights «the top priority.&rHuman Rights «the top priority.&Rights «the top priority.»

It aims at reinforcing the commitment of the AU Member States towards the promotion and consolidation of democratic governance and human rights on the continent.

STRANEK finds worrying possibilities of «conflict of interest» in the deal, consequent to which a petition has been presented to Commission of Human Rights and Administrative Justice (CHRAJ) stating that the Minister for Finance, Mr. Ofori - Attah, «has attempted to promote a private, personal interest for himself or for some family members and business associates and the promotion of the private interest has resulted in, or was intended to result in, or appears to have resulted in, or has the potential to result in an interference with the objective exercise of his duties and an improper benefit or an advantage by virtue of his position», necessitating a call for an investigation into the bond deal.

The urgent appeal dated 28 July 2017 was sent to Ms Annalisa Ciampi, Special Rapporteur on the rights to freedom of peaceful assembly and of association; Mr Michel Forst, Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights defenders; and Mr. David Kaye, Special Rapporteur on the promotion and protection of the right to freedom of opinion and expression.

She is also entitled to all promotions due her through the period of her dismissal from the service, according to an order of the Human Rights Division of the...

The statement read in part, «Abubakar had extensive experience working with the United Nations in peace support operations, mediation process, preventive diplomacy and good offices, as well as the promotion of good governance and respect for the rule of law and human rights.

His words: «The Government of Nigeria remains deeply committed to the principles of human rights as well as the promotion and protection of people's freedom, even in the process of fighting terror.

Contrary to expectations, Gove's removal was the reshuffle's killer fact, outshining the over-hyped promotion of women ministers and the shift to the right on Europe and the related human rights issue.

More so, it is unfair that while the NA has repeatedly affirmed its commitment to democratic rule and values, promotion and respect for Human Rights and above all conduct its operations in line with the Rules of Engagement (ROE), attempts are still being made to whip up anti-military sentiments through unwarranted antagonism from some media outlets.

It aims at reinforcing the commitment of member states towards the promotion and consolidation of democratic governance and human rights, among others.

To date, however, governments have largely ignored their Article 15 obligations and neither the human rights nor the scientific communities have brought their skills and influential voices to bear on the promotion and application of this right in practice.

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The use of scientific methods and the innovative application of technology have contributed substantively to the promotion and protection of human rights.

The AIDS pandemic has focused renewed attention on the relationship between the promotion of health and the protection of human rights.

There is now a recognized need for systematic social scientific research and analysis to expand knowledge about the promotion and protection of human rights.

Landman offers a systematic synthesis of social scientific research and analysis to expand knowledge about the promotion and protection of human rights.

McLeigh and Sianko point out that few countries devote resources to the promotion of mental health, and people with mental disorders are especially vulnerable to serious human rights abuses.

4.7 by 2030 ensure all learners acquire knowledge and skills needed to promote sustainable development, including among others through education for sustainable development and sustainable lifestyles, human rights, gender equality, promotion of a culture of peace and non-violence, global citizenship, and appreciation of cultural diversity and of culture's contribution to sustainable development

Reference target 4.7: By 2030, ensure all learners acquire knowledge and skills needed to promote sustainable development, including among other through education for sustainable development and sustainable lifestyles, human rights, gender equality, promotion of a culture of peace and non-violence, global citizenship, and appreciation of cultural diversity and of culture's contribution to sustainable development.

Irrespective of being committed in the UNHCR activities and human rights promotion in general, the first post-apartheid Minister of the Department of Home Affairs (DHA) declared that the spirit, object and purport of the RDP will not be realised if non-citizens who are pouring into South Africa would be allowed access to the national resources.27 Again, this political attitude was, in 2011, reflected in the statement of the chairperson of the DHA Portfolio Committee, Ms Maggie Maunye, in which she stated that «foreign - nationals coming to South Africa are using up national resources and prevent citizens from enjoying their freedoms ’28 Even though she apologized, this statement reaffirms the spirit of government.

In the area of promotion, activities of different types are carried out on diverse themes (forgotten conflicts, rights in the city, emerging rights, human rights in the street...) but with a common objective; to spread the culture of human rights in our society in order to make effective the respect, enjoyment and guarantee of fundamental rights.

Our school is committed to both academic achievement at the highest standards and to the promotion of diversity, justice, human rights, and the democratic process.

Integrating Facing History themes and resources into humanities and other classes supports reflection on the principles and values at the core of Catholic social teaching, such as human dignity, community and the common good, rights and responsibilities, reconciliation, the promotion of peace, and participation in society.

If for any reason, the promotion is not capable of running as planned, including without limitation, any suspected evidence of tampering or technological corruption or if any portion of the contest is compromised by virus, bugs, worms or unauthorized human intervention, fraud, acts of God, strikes, terrorist acts, criminal acts of third parties, an insufficient number of qualified entries, or any other causes beyond Vital Essentials ®» control which, in Vital Essentials ®» sole opinion, corrupts, threatens or impairs the administration, security, fairness, integrity, or proper conduct of the promotion, Vital Essentials ® reserves the right to cancel, terminate, modify or suspend the drawing at their sole discretion.

(a) Each teacher shall endeavor to impress upon the minds of the pupils the principles of morality, truth, justice, patriotism, and a true comprehension of the rights, duties, and dignity of American citizenship, and the meaning of equality and human dignity, including the promotion of harmonious relations, kindness toward domestic pets and the humane treatment of living creatures, to teach them to avoid idleness, profanity, and falsehood, and to instruct them in manners and morals and the principles of a free government.

Some of the trip was spent on human rights work and promotion of my poetry book, but most was spent on networking, seeing friends and performing some new songs I'd cooked up over the past year for U.S. audiences.

Abibimman Foundation a Non-Profit Oriented, Non-Partisan, Non-Governmental Organisation (RGD G5, 895, DSW 2525), established in 2000 and dedicated to the promotion of sustainable Livelihoods, ameliorate conflict situations and a culture of peace, Climate Change, environmental, Land Degradation, Agriculture, Biodiversity, democracy and development based on knowledge of cultural, civic, human right, environmental and health issues.