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United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights | @UNHumanRights Chief #StandUp4HumanRights

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Today the new UNCRC General Comment made it clearer than ever: Governments must address environmental degradation, #EndFossilFuels & protect children's right to a healthy environment, now. The upcoming UN Climate Summit is a key chance. Urgent & ambitious action is the only way.

Today the new UNCRC General Comment made it clearer than ever: Governments must address environmental degradation, #EndFossilFuels & protect children's right to a healthy environment, now. The upcoming UN Climate Summit is a key chance. Urgent & ambitious action is the only way.

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A free press is the oxygen of a free society. Yet efforts to silence the media are becoming disturbingly creative – and normalized. States must end the persecution of journalists and act to protect them. We must stand with those who stand for truth.

A free press is the oxygen of a free society. Yet efforts to silence the media are becoming disturbingly creative – and normalized. States must end the persecution of journalists and act to protect them. We must stand with those who stand for truth.

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Today we celebrate the courage and creativity of LGBTIQ+ people and communities around the world — and stand against violence, discrimination, and hate. Let’s protect the freedom to live and love freely.

Today we celebrate the courage and creativity of LGBTIQ+ people and communities around the world — and stand against violence, discrimination, and hate. Let’s protect the freedom to live and love freely.

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The vivid murals at the Mexican Supreme Court Suprema Corte are a reminder that human rights are central to every deliberation.

The vivid murals at the Mexican Supreme Court Suprema Corte are a reminder that human rights are central to every deliberation.

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The so-called 'war on woke' is really a war on inclusion. Delusional & racist ideas are influencing perpetrators of violence & denying people equality. We must see past these tactics of distraction. Multiculturalism isn't a threat: it's humanity's history & beneficial to all.

The so-called 'war on woke' is really a war on inclusion. Delusional & racist ideas are influencing perpetrators of violence & denying people equality. We must see past these tactics of distraction. Multiculturalism isn't a threat: it's humanity's history & beneficial to all.

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In Mongolia last week, my colleague Altangerel Choijoo walked me through the Universal Declaration of Human Rights in the Mongolian script. We read the opening sentence together - the best sentence in the international legal system to me. Do you know it?

In Mongolia last week, my colleague Altangerel Choijoo walked me through the Universal Declaration of Human Rights in the Mongolian script. We read the opening sentence together - the best sentence in the international legal system to me. Do you know it?

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Leaders need to reflect the people they represent – otherwise, they’re trying to find solutions to challenges they have never experienced. Local leaders who defy traditional stereotypes often bring transformative change to their cities and communities.

Leaders need to reflect the people they represent – otherwise, they’re trying to find solutions to challenges they have never experienced. Local leaders who defy traditional stereotypes often bring transformative change to their cities and communities.

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Today, we mourn the victims of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda – over 1M lives lost in 100 days. Genocide has warning signs: deep discrimination, dehumanisation, incitement to hatred. States must prevent & punish this horrific atrocity crime.

Today, we mourn the victims of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda – over 1M lives lost in 100 days. Genocide has warning signs: deep discrimination, dehumanisation, incitement to hatred. States must prevent & punish this horrific atrocity crime.

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Appalled by horrendous events of past 48hrs in #Gaza. Killings of so many in schools-turned-shelters, amid fleeing of hundreds from Al-Shifa Hospital & ongoing displacement in southern Gaza, wholly inconsistent with protection of civilians required under international law.

Appalled by horrendous events of past 48hrs in #Gaza. Killings of so many in schools-turned-shelters, amid fleeing of hundreds from Al-Shifa Hospital & ongoing displacement in southern Gaza, wholly inconsistent with protection of civilians required under international law.

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On International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, we mark 60 years of the Convention against racial discrimination. While progress has been made, racism remains pervasive. We must stand up for justice, challenge biases, and address systemic racism. #FightRacism

On International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, we mark 60 years of the Convention against racial discrimination. While progress has been made, racism remains pervasive. We must stand up for justice, challenge biases, and address systemic racism. #FightRacism

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In #Rafah I was at the gates to what is a living nightmare in #Gaza. I feel, at my core, the pain and immense suffering of every person whose loved one has been killed. We must all feel this shared pain and end this nightmare.

In #Rafah I was at the gates to what is a living nightmare in #Gaza. I feel, at my core, the pain and immense suffering of every person whose loved one has been killed. We must all feel this shared pain and end this nightmare.

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On the International Day to Combat Islamophobia, we honour Muslims around the world who make our communities stronger & richer. Our shared humanity rests on the dignity & equality of every person. We must call out anti-Muslim hatred wherever we find it.

On the International Day to Combat Islamophobia, we honour Muslims around the world who make our communities stronger & richer. Our shared humanity rests on the dignity & equality of every person. We must call out anti-Muslim hatred wherever we find it.

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Racial discrimination, hate speech, and dehumanization continue to cause real pain to millions of people. We must stand with those who fight for justice, equality, and freedom for all. Together, let’s confront, call out, and #FightRacism, every time. ➡️

Racial discrimination, hate speech, and dehumanization continue to cause real pain to millions of people. We must stand with those who fight for justice, equality, and freedom for all. Together, let’s confront, call out, and #FightRacism, every time. ➡️

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Confronting the past is essential to building a better future. Visiting the United Nations memorial to the victims of slavery was a reminder of the unspeakable harm inflicted by enslavement and colonialism. We need to #RememberSlavery, in order to erase its legacy.

Confronting the past is essential to building a better future. Visiting the United Nations memorial to the victims of slavery was a reminder of the unspeakable harm inflicted by enslavement and colonialism. We need to #RememberSlavery, in order to erase its legacy.

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Ending racial discrimination demands the political will to #FightRacism at all levels – including within our systems of global governance. Together, we must keep dismantling the barriers that hold people back. ➡️ My remarks to the United Nations General Assembly:

Ending racial discrimination demands the political will to #FightRacism at all levels – including within our systems of global governance. Together, we must keep dismantling the barriers that hold people back. ➡️ My remarks to the United Nations General Assembly:

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The ‘War on Drugs’ destroyed lives and damaged communities. Criminalisation and prohibition have failed to reduce drug use and deter drug-related crimes. We need new approaches prioritising health, dignity and inclusion, guided by the Int.Guidelines onHuman Rights & Drug Policy.

The ‘War on Drugs’ destroyed lives and damaged communities. Criminalisation and prohibition have failed to reduce drug use and deter drug-related crimes. We need new approaches prioritising health, dignity and inclusion, guided by the Int.Guidelines onHuman Rights & Drug Policy.

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On this #WorldHealthDay, we celebrate the power of science to protect the health of people and our planet. The choices we make – what we research, fund, and prioritize – must be guided by the dignity and equality of all people.

On this #WorldHealthDay, we celebrate the power of science to protect the health of people and our planet. The choices we make – what we research, fund, and prioritize – must be guided by the dignity and equality of all people.

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Ahead of tomorrow’s High-Level Conference on Palestine—I urge all parties to put all possible pressure on #Israel to end the carnage in #Gaza & work towards tangible progress on a two-State solution The world will judge this Conference on what it delivers

Ahead of tomorrow’s High-Level Conference on Palestine—I urge all parties to put all possible pressure on #Israel to end the carnage in #Gaza & work towards tangible progress on a two-State solution The world will judge this Conference on what it delivers

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80 years ago, the UN was born from a simple yet powerful vision: peace, dignity & human rights for all. These values are still being tested every day - but we must not give up. Let's stand together to defend our values and build the world we envision. #UNday

80 years ago, the UN was born from a simple yet powerful vision: peace, dignity & human rights for all. These values are still being tested every day - but we must not give up. Let's stand together to defend our values and build the world we envision. #UNday

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Promoting and protecting the human rights of young people is a key part of UN Human Rights work. Glad to be part of Giulia Tariello’s video highlighting why youth participation matters. Young people aren’t just our future – they are driving change right now.

Promoting and protecting the human rights of young people is a key part of UN Human Rights work. Glad to be part of Giulia Tariello’s video highlighting why youth participation matters. Young people aren’t just our future – they are driving change right now.

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As antisemitism gains ground, #HolocaustRemembrance offers a striking lesson: apathy & silence are never the right answer to rising hatred. Together, we must challenge bigotry & racism & stand up for our shared humanity – everywhere & every day.

As antisemitism gains ground, #HolocaustRemembrance offers a striking lesson: apathy & silence are never the right answer to rising hatred. Together, we must challenge bigotry & racism & stand up for our shared humanity – everywhere & every day.

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