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Norway in Geneva 🇳🇴

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Norway in Geneva 🇳🇴

@NorwayInGeneva

Permanent Mission of Norway to the UN, WTO, EFTA and other IOs in Geneva // Amb Endresen @NorwayAmbUNOG // Amb Ølberg @NorwayAmbWTO // @NorwayMFA //

Geneva, Switzerland

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Joined December 2013

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Finland in Geneva 🇫🇮
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#NB8 countries at #HRC62 confirmed their strong and unwaivering support to the mandate of Independent Expert on Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity. We must work harder to ensure that all LGBTIQ persons can live free from discrimination, violence and hatred.
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🇫🇮 on behalf #NB8 at the #HRC62: The death penalty inflicts severe physical & psychological suffering amounting to torture. It carries irreversible risks of wrongful convictions and disproportionately affects the most vulnerable. We call for abolition now!
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Iceland in Geneva 🇮🇸
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At #HRC62, in dialogue with the SR on the right to education, the #NB8 welcomed the report’s focus on education systems that prepare learners for today’s challenges while promoting human rights, inclusion and active participation. Full statement👇
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The Coalition for Atrocity Prevention and Justice for Sudan and 21 other states call on all states to apply maximum pressure on RSF, SAF and their allies to prevent atrocities and protect civilians. Full statement: tinyurl.com/5dw4bxys
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Norway co-sponsored the side event “Democratic backsliding through attacks on freedoms of expression, association and assembly” with 🇲🇽 &🇮🇪 at #HRC62. With GATE and partners, we highlighted how shrinking civic space impacts trans and LGBT+ communities. #transadvocacyweek
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Iceland in Geneva 🇮🇸
@IcelandinGeneva
Jun 17
The right to health begins with dignity. At #HRC62 the Nordic-Baltic countries #NB8 welcomed the SR’s focus on dignity as a cornerstone of healthcare and underlined that equal access, participation and accountability must remain at the heart of health systems. Full statement👇
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Jun 16
🇳🇴 at #HRC62: - Thanks @UNHumanRights for his annual report and the work to promote and protect all human rights – for everyone, everywhere - Concerned about reversal of global trends towards abolition of the death penalty Full statement: tinyurl.com/5dw4bxys
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Jun 16
🇳🇴 at #HRC62: The latest COI report shows that settler violence in Palestine has reached extreme levels. As occupying power, Israel must bring an end to settler violence and ensure full accountability. Full statement: tinyurl.com/2t9f78m6
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Iceland in Geneva 🇮🇸
@IcelandinGeneva
Jun 15
The #NB8 expressed grave concern over continued arbitrary detention, enforced disappearances & persecution of political opponents, journalists & religious leaders. We call on Eritrea to carry out various & immediate reforms in line with intl. HR law. Full statement below ⬇️
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Iceland in Geneva 🇮🇸
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Jun 15
The situation in Sudan remains catastrophic. Today the #NB8 raised concern over recent drone attacks further escalating the situation for civilians & called on all parties to cease hostilities and guarantee humanitarian access. Accountability is essential. Full statement ⬇️
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UK Mission Geneva 🇬🇧
@UKMissionGeneva
Jun 15
At @UN_HRC today, the Coalition for Atrocity Prevention and Justice for Sudan 🇨🇦 🇫🇷 🇩🇪 🇮🇪 🇳🇱🇳🇴🇬🇧 condemned drone strikes on schools, markets, and hospitals across Sudan. We call on all parties to end this conflict.
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Jun 15
⏳ Last call: #NansenAward nominations close 23rd of June. This is a chance to recognize exceptional commitment and real impact. Nominate 👇
Nominate | UNHCR
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UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency
@Refugees
Jun 11
It's because of war. It's because of violence. It's because of persecution. It’s a heartbreaking decision that 41.6 million people have made to flee across borders to find safety. #GlobalTrends
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