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@UNHumanRights' regional representation in Southeast Asia. Providing #humanrights news and inspiration to advocates throughout #Asia. #StandUp4HumanRights

Bangkok, Thailand
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@OHCHRAsia
UN Human Rights Asia
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UN Human Rights Chief @volker_turk welcomed the adoption by #ASEAN of a landmark regional declaration on the right to a healthy environment. He called on ASEAN Member States to build on the declaration to ensure coordinated leadership & timely action toward addressing
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Volker Türk
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Journalists who expose injustice and give voice to the voiceless are human rights defenders. But they are under attack by governments, corporations, and criminals. On the Int’l Day to #EndImpunity, we honour them and call for accountability.
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@capitalresearch
Capital Research Center
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Billions flow into “homeless advocacy” groups — but what really comes out? CRC examines how taxpayer and philanthropic dollars are fueling politics, not solutions.
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@UN_SPExperts
UN Special Procedures
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UN expert @ProfSuryaDeva welcomes welcomes the adoption of @ASEAN Declaration on Promoting Right to Development & Right to Peace, under which its member States agree to pursue efforts to eliminate all forms of discrimination & address inequalities. https://t.co/ujD4WP7WfV
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UN Special Procedures
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The @ASEAN Declaration on the Right to a Safe, Clean, Healthy, and Sustainable Environment marks a historic milestone toward stronger human rights & environmental protection in Southeast Asia, say UN experts. https://t.co/pgmG8nJNFx
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@volker_turk
Volker Türk
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Human rights defenders shield the most vulnerable & amplify voices for freedom & justice. As the winds of division grow stronger, the world needs you more than ever. We need to build on our solidarity & commitment. We must not give up. @fidh_en ➡️ https://t.co/np7fl7BfFo
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@UNThailand
United Nations in Thailand สหประชาชาติในประเทศไทย
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The United Nations in Thailand expresses its profound sadness at the passing of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, The Queen Mother of Thailand. We extend our deepest condolences the Royal Family and the people of Thailand during this time of national grief.
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Volker Türk
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80 years ago, the UN was born from a simple yet powerful vision: peace, dignity & human rights for all. These values are still being tested every day - but we must not give up. Let's stand together to defend our values and build the world we envision. #UNday
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@UNHumanRights
UN Human Rights
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The UN Cybercrime Convention marks a critical juncture in global efforts to govern digital technologies. Its success will depend on how & whether States implement it in alignment with int'l human rights law. See our full statement here: https://t.co/U6VOK5ERLB
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@UNThailand
United Nations in Thailand สหประชาชาติในประเทศไทย
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นับถอยหลังสู่นิทรรศการครบรอบ 80 ปีแห่งการก่อตั้งองค์การสหประชาชาติ พบกับ 30 เรื่องราวในการขับเคลื่อน 17 เป้าหมายการพัฒนาที่ยั่งยืนจากผู้คนในประเทศไทย 📍เข้าชมนิทรรศการได้ระหว่างวันที่ 23-26 ตุลาคม 2568 📍ณ Living Hall ชั้น 3 สยามพารากอน อ่านเพิ่มเติม👉 https://t.co/QDaIUlIq3c
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UN Human Rights Asia
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🌏 UN Human Rights is committed to stand together with migrants! #StandUp4Migrants ✊ This month, UN Human Rights held a capacity-building training for grassroots organizations in Mae Sot, Thailand — strengthening their skills in human rights monitoring and advocacy in the
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Volker Türk
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May the glow of diyas 🪔 spread light, kindness and compassion this #Diwali. To all who celebrate, my heartfelt wishes for a happy Diwali.
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UN Human Rights Asia
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[English below] #UNDay🇺🇳: @OHCHRAsia ภูมิใจที่ได้ร่วมแบ่งปัน 2 จาก 30 เรื่องราวแห่งแรงบันดาลใจในนิทรรศการภาพถ่ายเนื่องในโอกาสครบรอบ 80 ปีแห่งการก่อตั้งสหประชาชาติ #UN80 📸 ขอเชิญร่วมงานนิทรรศการภาพถ่ายไปกับหน่วยงานสหประชาชาติในประเทศไทยที่สยามพารากอนเพื่อร่วมรับฟังเรื่องราวแห่ง
@UNThailand
United Nations in Thailand สหประชาชาติในประเทศไทย
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นับถอยหลังครบรอบ 80 ปีองค์การสหประชาชาติ กับนิทรรศการ “30 Stories, 17 Goals, One Road to 2030” 📍วันที่ 23-26 ต.ค. 2568 ณ Living Hall ชั้น 3 สยามพารากอน ร่วมจัดโดย @UNThailand , @MFAThai และ @Siam_Paragon #UNDay 🇺🇳
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@OHCHRAsia
UN Human Rights Asia
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How can governments keep online spaces open, safe, and grounded in #HumanRights?🌐 This week, @UNHumanRights joins the ASEAN–UNESCO Forum on the Governance of Digital Platforms in Bangkok — alongside @ASEAN, UNESCO, the Global Initiative on the Future of the Internet (GIFI), &
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@volker_turk
Volker Türk
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Poverty and human rights violations feed each other. Let's break this cycle and deliver on our promise of leaving no one behind. #EndPoverty
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@OHCHRAsia
UN Human Rights Asia
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📢 @UNHumanRights in partnership w/ BodhiGayā Vijjālaya 980 Institute (BGVI) & Dharma Alliance, convened “Human Rights, Faith and Dharma: Aligning Inner Conviction with Just Action” on 17 Oct 2025 at the UN Conference Centre, Bangkok. Participants from over 20 countries across
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Volker Türk
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We live in a world of abundance, where too many people have too little. This is not acceptable. Food is not a privilege. Food is a human right. We need to work together to ensure that our economies and food systems reflect that. #WorldFoodDay
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@UNHumanRights
UN Human Rights
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Being born a girl is the primary cause of exclusion globally. Leadership is one of the clearest tests of that exclusion. All girls must have an equal voice - to participate, make decisions & lead change. #DayOfTheGirl https://t.co/PTG3kDOSRh
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@UNHumanRights
UN Human Rights
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#Bangladesh: The start of proceedings against those accused of carrying out enforced disappearances & torture under the previous government is an important step towards accountability. It is a significant moment for victims & their families. The interim Government must address
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Volker Türk
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The climate emergency is a wake-up call for more participation, transparency and accountability. Effective climate action goes hand in hand with the full enjoyment of human rights. My remarks: https://t.co/rOzTFiADAq
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