Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 10:23am on 05 Oct 2023,Thursday International
During the 54th session of the Human Rights Council at Palais des Nations, a crucial side-event focused on the rights of genocide victims. Attended by delegations, NGOs, and international organizations, speakers highlighted global instances of genocide. Ms. Hannah Forster stressed the UN charter's significance, emphasizing Africa's plight due to violent conflicts. Mr. Sarkis Shahinian discussed the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict's impact. Mr. Abdelbagi Jibril highlighted tragedies in South Sudan and religious violence. Mr. Priyajt Debsarkar from India, detailed the 1971 Bangladesh genocide, emphasizing systematic civilian atrocities. Secretary General Biro Diawara emphasized peace efforts. Various organizations discussed genocides in Sri Lanka and Turkey, promoting awareness and accountability. Moderated by Prof. Valérie Victorine Dominique Hestin, the event aimed to address past atrocities and advocate for a peaceful future. Organized by RADDHO, ACDHRS, HRCF, and Interfaith International, the event took place on October 3, 2023, in Geneva.
