| Welcome to the monthly newsletter of the APF, a round up of news, activities and events involving national human rights institutions in the Asia Pacific region. |
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APF News
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Examining options to bolster the APF’s presence in different parts of the Asia Pacific was one of the key outcomes of the 15th Annual Meeting, held in Bali, from 3 – 5 August.
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The APF’s Advisory Council of Jurists has set out practical ways that NHRIs can better promote and protect the rights of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender people.
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National human rights institutions will gather in Scotland to examine the impact of corporate activity on the rights, dignity and well-being of individuals and communities.
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An independent review of the APF has found that the organisation’s guiding purpose – the establishment and strengthening of NHRIs – remains highly relevant for the region.
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Human Rights Spotlight
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NHRIs have been invited to help develop Guiding Principles for implementing the ‘protect, respect, remedy’ framework on business and human rights.
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APF People
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Dealing with complex challenges is something the newly appointed Chairperson of SUHAKAM has confronted ever since beginning his career as a young diplomat.
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| Around the Region
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| Events & Training |
Six week online training course examines the key elements of effective NHRIs; runs until 24 September 2010
Organised by newly established network of universities in Southeast Asia; 14-15 October 2010; Bangkok, Thailand
Reports are currently available on the OHCHR website; 13 September – 1 October 2010; Geneva, Switzerland
ICRC competition invites young people to share the reality of armed conflict or other situations of violence
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Resources |
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Find member reports, background papers, presentations and more
Draft Plan of Action for the second phase of the World Programme is now online
Established by the National Human Rights Commission of India
Transparency International annual report highlights concrete progress in the fight against corruption
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Opportunities |
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Six month program provides NHRI staff with practical experience of the UN human rights system; apply by 30 November
Work one year full-time with Human Rights Watch in New York, Washington DC or London; apply by 8 October
Provide legal counsel to support the work of UNRWA; based in Gaza, OPT; apply by 14 September 2010
Coordinate the work of Amnesty's Europe and Central Asia Programme; based in London; apply by 12 September 2010
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