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Volker Türk

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Rights are not empty promises, they're tangible obligations. Govts must abide by them. National Human Rights Institutions are working to make this a reality & hold Govts accountable to the people they serve. I encourage them to keep up this crucial work:

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War, climate change, food insecurity, unchecked new tech: These are not insurmountable challenges. History has shown us time & time again that respect for human rights is the only way to achieve sustainable peace, security & development. It's time leaders act accordingly.

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Volker Türk

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Leaving Chile after a fruitful visit, hoping that we all learn from the lessons of the past for the present. Impressed by @Londres_38 and their work on memorialising for a better future.

Londres 38, espacio de memorias

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"Es importante que haya una lucha contra la impunidad" declara el Alto comisionado para los derechos humanos de @ONU_derechos Volker Türk @volker_turk en su visita a la casa de Londres 38, espacio de memorias

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Suppression, criminalisation & attacks against journalists are being met w/ impunity. This cannot become our status quo. In this crucial election year, we must ensure Govts protect our right to hold those in power to account & speak out when needed @pressfreedom @jodieginsberg

World Press Freedom Day Podcast

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Volker Türk

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Disinformation is deepening divides, fueling crises around the world; while free press is under attack. Just last year, 71 journalists killed, 320 imprisoned. #WorldPressFreedomDay is a chance to stand for truth, protect those bravely working to uncover it & counter oppression.

Journalists the “ultimate allies in human rights”

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Volker Türk

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Important gathering of all leaders of the multilateral system in Santiago de Chile, with human rights underpinning it.

António Guterres

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Senior leaders from the @UN are gathering this week here in Chile. It is the first time this meeting is taking place in Latin America. I am proud of our leadership’s diversity, which makes us stronger and closer to the people we serve.

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Volker Türk

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Since 2016, 2,691 rights defenders were killed. Over 1/2 were environmental defenders. This is unacceptable. 2024 is the biggest election year in history- a tremendous opportunity for change. Don't let it go to waste. Vote for defenders. For our planet. For our rights @GlblCtzn

We need your voices more than ever - HC tells #GlobalCitizenNow

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Volker Türk

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Glad to be in #Chile - a country whose journey towards truth, justice & reconciliation reminds us that human rights are the foundation for healing & way forward. Grateful to have met President @GabrielBoric , senior officials & civil society to continue advancing this crucial work.

Türk meets with authorities & civil society in Chile

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Volker Türk

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I am deeply moved by the Memory and Human Rights Museum in Santiago, Chile. I pay tribute to the victims of grave human rights violations, their families, and all who have been courageously and relentlessly searching for truth and justice.

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Volker Türk

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The oppression of half of humanity holds everyone back. Yet women & girls continue to be pushed away from decision-making & action. To end poverty, horrific civilian suffering in war & rampant climate change, women's voices & contributions must be central to everything we do.

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Volker Türk

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Heartened by landmark win for human rights & environment with @Europarl_EN 's adoption of key #BizHumanRights directive. This is a leap towards protecting people & our planet from exploitation. Look forward to its final adoption & swift implementation in line with #UNGPs . #CSDDD

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Volker Türk

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Syria's conflict has caused too much loss & grief. My message to Govts at #GA today: We need your full cooperation w/ Independent Institution on Missing Persons in Syria so it can begin search & support to victims. This goes beyond politics. It's about our shared humanity.

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Volker Türk

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15 days

My latest reflections on my visit to the #DRC 👇

[Video] Volker Türk on LinkedIn: #drc

#DRC: Back from a visit to the DRC. It broke my heart to listen, once again, to people in IDP camps describe how they had fled the fighting and are desperate…

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It is critical that the mother of all rights —the right to peace— is finally realized for the people of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, says @UNHumanRights chief @volker_turk during trip to the country, where millions are displaced amid conflict.

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Volker Türk

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Warm wishes to everyone celebrating Passover. Hoping this time lets us reflect on our shared goals of freedom & dignity for all, and brings us closer to understanding & compassion for each & every human being.

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Volker Türk

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. @UN 2.0 is an opportunity to reshape our ways of working so they align with the realities of the world around us & principles that ground our work. Peace & sustainability can only be built through dialogue & rights-based action. Eager to discuss innovative frameworks this week.

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Volker Türk

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Plastic pollution is fueling the #TriplePlanetaryCrisis , harming every ecosystem on earth; yet annual production is projected to quadruple by 2050. We need a #PlasticsTreaty that: -caps production volumes -eliminates toxic plastics; and -protects human rights #EarthDay #INC4

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Volker Türk

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Racial discrimination is a severe violation of int'l law that needs full accountability. The Permanent Forum on #AfricanDescent provides a vital space for activists & experts to come together & shape solutions, from transforming education to delivering reparatory justice.

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Volker Türk

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Societies are only as strong & resilient as their women & girls. @LusengeJ 's work embodies this truth Moved to see peace being built thru her work advancing equality: empowering survivors of gender-based violence & strengthening women’s participation in political processes @TIME

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Volker Türk

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Leaving the #DRC with a heavy heart. There must be an all-out effort to end the suffering of those affected by horrific violence. This includes investing in the conflict-hit east to provide security & services and rebuild the social contract between the people and Govt.

UN Human Rights Chief concludes official visit to DRC

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Volker Türk

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21 days

#DRC : Today I met people in Bulengo IDP camp close to Goma. Their tragedy ultimately stems from a ruthless fight for resources, lack of governance & insufficient political will globally to address the root causes of the crisis. Human rights are at the core of the solution.

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