@UN
Office on Genocide Prevention and the Responsibility to Protect works to prevent genocide, war crimes, & crimes against humanity. Headed by
@WairimuANderitu
In December 1948,
@UN
General Assembly, by unanimous vote, affirmed that
#genocide
is a crime under international law.
It is a crime whether committed in times of peace or war.
Marking 75 years since the Convention, take a look at its notion & use.
Around the world, media workers are more & more risking their lives to bring us the news.
The
@UN
recognizes the invaluable work of journalists to ensure that the public is informed & engaged.
Without press freedom, we won't have any freedom.
#WorldPressFreedomDay
“Let us reaffirm our commitment to the principles of humanity, solidarity, and justice. Let us strive to build a world where every individual can live free from fear and persecution, regardless of their ethnicity, religion, or nationality."
@ozonnia
#Kwibuka30
The Special Adviser
@WairimuANderitu
is joining Civilizations Exchange &
Cooperation Foundation’s
Better Understanding for a Better World
Initiative this week - a collaborative & multi-cultural dialogue with students from various faith traditions & cultures around the world.
🔊 Last call ⤵️
Join the Office and
@peacemakersnetw
tomorrow at the global consultations on the Plan of Action for Traditional Leaders & Actors in Countering & Addressing Hate Speech and Preventing Genocide & Related Crimes & their Incitement through
#Peace
Mediation.
🔊 This April 17, the Office &
@peacemakersnetw
will host 🌏 consultations on a PoA for Traditional Leaders & Actors in Countering & Addressing Hate Speech and Preventing Genocide & Related Crimes & their Incitement through
#Peace
Mediation ⬇️
Join via:
📌 Latest statement by
@UN
Under-Secretary-General & Special Adviser
@WairimuANderitu
on
#Sudan
⤵️
'One year on, we are no closer to peace than when the crisis started. This is devastating. This is unacceptable.'
🔗
Experience hope and healing at the new exhibit honoring the 30th anniversary of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi in
#Rwanda
. Witness Laurence and Xavier's remarkable journey from tragedy to friendship, inspiring unity and advocating for genocide prevention.
#PreventGenocide
“May the memory of the victims spur our actions, and inspire our commitment to ensure a better, safer world for all people."
–
@antonioguterres
at special commemoration to mark 30 years since the genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda.
Condemning genocide ideology and preserving accurate facts on the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi are key to truly embodying the phrase 'Never Again.'
Watch the full interview with
@WairimuANderitu
on
#Kwibuka30
30 anos do
#Genoc
ídioEmRuanda
Hoje, a assessora especial da ONU para a Prevenção do Genocídio,
@WairimuANderitu
, e o procurador-chefe do
@unirmct
, Serge Brammertz, prestaram homenagem aos funcionários da ONU que foram mortos durante o Genocídio de 1994 contra os Tutsis.
Today, the Special Adviser to the
@UN
Secretary-General on the Prevention of Genocide,
@WairimuANderitu
, along with Mr. Serge Brammertz, the Chief Prosecutor of the IRMC, paid tribute to the UN staff who were killed during the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi at our headquarters.
.
@WairimuANderitu
“As we reflect on the legacy of these fallen heroes, let us recommit ourselves to the principles of peace, tolerance, and understanding. Let us strive to build a world where conflicts are resolved through dialogue & diplomacy”
Today, the Special Adviser to the
@UN
Secretary-General on the Prevention of Genocide,
@WairimuANderitu
, joined other diplomats & Gov't officials from Rwanda & Belgium to commemorate the 10 Belgian soldiers who lost their lives during the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi.