Category: Blog
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HRDN-SL Stands in Solidarity with Hellen Keller
The Human Rights Defenders Network Sierra Leone Stands in Solidarity with Those Affected by USAID Funding Suspension Freetown, Sierra Leone – The Human Rights Defenders Network Sierra Leone (HRDNSL) is deeply concerned by the recent suspension of US government funding for critical neglected tropical disease (NTD) programs, including USAID’s Act | West. This abrupt decision…
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CONJUGAL VISIT: Potential Benefits to Inmates And Legal Partners in Sierra Leone
The introduction of conjugal visits in Sierra Leone’s correctional facilities has the potential to bring about significant benefits for inmates and their legal partners. Conjugal visits, which allow inmates to spend private time with their spouses or partners, play a crucial role in maintaining family bonds and supporting the mental health and well-being of both…
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HRDN SL Welcomes Gitahi Githuku: A Champion for Human Rights and Security
We are thrilled to welcome Stephen Gitahi Githuku, an esteemed human rights defender from Kenya, who will be joining us as one of the facilitators for an upcoming training session on Digital and Physical Security Management and Risk Assessment. This vital training is designed specifically for human rights defenders (HRDs) and is made possible through…
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HRDN SL Attends Dublin Platform for Human Rights Defenders in Ireland
The Executive Secretary of Human Rights Defenders Network – SL Mr Alphonsus B.M. Gbanie Attending the 2024 Dublin Platform for Human Rights Defenders in Ireland. Friday 25th October 2024 The 2024 Dublin Platform for Human Rights Defenders was a powerful and inspiring gathering that brought together 104 Human Rights Defenders (HRDs) from 100 different countries.…
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Human Rights Defenders Come Together at the Dublin Platform
This week, the Dublin Platform for Human Rights Defenders, organized by Frontline Defenders, is taking place in Ireland, drawing international attention with a focus on the challenges faced by human rights defenders. Among the notable attendees is Alphonsus B.M. Gbanie, the Executive Secretary of the Human Rights Defenders Network Sierra Leone. His participation underscores the…
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HRDN SL ELECTION REPORT 2018
Human Rights Defenders Network Sierra Leone (HRDN) and HURIDAC Release Joint General Election Observation Report 2018 Freetown, Sierra Leone — 2018 The Human Rights Defenders Network Sierra Leone (HRDN), in partnership with the Advancement Development and Advocacy Centre (HURIDAC), has released its comprehensive General Election Observation Report for Sierra Leone’s 2018 presidential, parliamentary, and local…
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HRDN SL Presentation during the UPR Pre Session
Human Rights Defenders Network Sierra Leone Presents Key Issues at UPR Pre-Session 2018 Freetown, Sierra Leone — 2018 In a pivotal moment for human rights advocacy in Sierra Leone, the Human Rights Defenders Network (HRDN) Sierra Leone presented key concerns and recommendations at the United Nations Universal Periodic Review (UPR) Pre-Session held in Geneva, Switzerland.…
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Meeting with Human Rights Delegates
Human Rights Defenders Network Sierra Leone Hosts Meeting with International Human Rights Delegates Freetown, Sierra Leone — 2018 In a significant step toward reinforcing human rights advocacy and solidarity, the Human Rights Defenders Network (HRDN) Sierra Leone hosted a crucial meeting with a delegation of international human rights advocates. The gathering, which took place at…
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Strengthening Human Rights Defenses: A Week in the Districts
In our ongoing mission to champion and safeguard human rights, the Human Rights Defenders Network embarked on an illuminating week-long journey across several pivotal districts in the country. This trip, made possible with generous support from Irish Aid, aimed to engage with local Human Rights Defenders, re-establish district networks, and provide critical support to ensure…
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Human Rights Defenders Network Sierra Leone
Rights Defenders Network – Sierra Leone (HRDN-SL) is a coalition of humanrights civil society organizations and individuals working for the protection and promotionof human rights in Sierra Leone. HRDN-SL was established in July 2013 pursuant to theUN Declaration on Human Rights Defenders in 1998 through technical support from theInternational Service for Human Rights (ISHR) based…