HRCM is closely monitoring protests and is on lookout for any human rights violations. The Commission strongly urges for all parties and individuals to respect the rights of others.
Protest monitoring reports are at the link:
It is an honour and a privilege for the Maldives to be elected for the Human Rights Council’s 2023-2025 term. It is a testament to our commitment to protect and promote human rights in the Maldives and beyond.
@MoFAmv
To promote the rights of persons with disabilities, HRCM is partnering with
@irunnersmv
and
@MAPD_New
in the wheelchair race of Maldives Half Marathon 2023.
Tune to
@DhivehiChannel
at 2100hrs, 15th September 2020 (tuesday) for the panel discussion organized by HRCM and Dhivehi Channel on the occasion of International Day of Democracy 2020
HRCM met with
@TeamFenaka
on 18.06.2019 as part of meetings with companies that signed the Business and Human Rights Pledge with the Commission. In this meeting the role of the Companies in promoting and protecting human rights was discussed.
A webinar on 'Covid-19 and Human Rights' will be held on the occasion of International Human Rights Day on 10th December 2020 (Thursday) at 9 pm.
Tune to Facebook Live!
@women_democracy
@maldivianrc
@pilcmv
Following a case under investigation of Maldives Police Service, HRCM has temporarily revoked the credence of the Disability Ambassadorship of Mr. Hishan Ahmed
A warm welcome to our new Secretary General, Ms.Naushan Muhaimin. Naushan has worked as the Director of National Preventive Mechanism of HRCM since September 2021.
Prior to joining HRCM, she has worked with multiple local & international NGOs in various capacities.
Female Genital Mutilation is evidence of gender inequality that is deeply ingrained in social, economic and political sturctures. Together we can eliminate female genital mutilation by 2030
#EndFGM
#Act2EndFGM
!
#InvestDontRest
Anecdotal evidence suggests that in the Maldives, female
circumcision mainly falls into the Type 4 category, consisting mostly of small cuts to the genitals (Maldives
Demographic and Health Survey
2016-17).
Female Genital Mutilation is a violation of human rights.
HRCM has started investigating a complaint of alleged torture at the time of arrest and while under custody by police officers in Addu. This case is being investigated under the Anti-Torture Act 2013.
HRCM is investigating the death of an elderly man who had passed away while being treated in IGMH last night. The man was under the care of Ministry of Gender, Family and Social Services
Panel discussion on International Democracy Day 2019, organized by HRCM in collaboration with
@MNUedu
and
@psm_mkt
will be aired tonight at 2200 hrs on
@tvmaldives
HRCM conducted a visit to Dhoonidhoo Police Custodial on 15th March 2018, to check the condition of detainees and to check on the implementation of recommendations given by HRCM.
US Department of Justice conducted a workshop on criminal investigative techniques for the staff of HRCM in an effort to enhance the investigation skills of the staff of HRCM.
HRCM met with Commissioners of the newly formed “Maraalaafaiva Meehunnai Gelluvalaafaivaa Meehunge Massalathah Thahugeegu Kura Commission” on 04.12.18 to discuss cases being investigated by HRCM.
HRCM facilitated an information session for Junior Officers Command course of
@PoliceMv
on 14.10.18
The purpose of this session was to raise awareness on human rights and Anti-torture Act among them
HRCM is closely monitoring the current situation n it’s RRT is active in the Abadhahfehi Magu. HRCM will be checking on those affected by the fire and admitted in ADK hospital as well as working closely with NDMA to monitor the situation of the victims affected in the fire.
We partnered with
@pilcmv
to conduct an Awareness session on Sexual Harassment Act and Employment rights to staff of
@MTCCPlc
as part of Rights at Work Campaign.
We are closely monitoring today’s protest by migrant workers in Hulhumalé, our field team is active on site and we are following the updates on news and social media
We had a successful International Migrants Day event with
@mrc_mcu
at Hulhumalé Ruhgandu 1! Thank you to all who attended and contributed to the success of the event. It was a powerful reminder of the important role that migrants play in our community.
#InternationalMigrantsDay
Calling out all art admirers to visit Human Rights Art Exhibition. This exhibition will be showcased in National Art Gallery and will showcase artworks from different students across Maldives. This is a great chance to show support for the future artists of our community!
Kudakudhin ge hiyaa gai thibey kudhin nah rahkaatheri maahauley mihaaru mihaarah hodhai dhinumah HRCM in Ministry of Gender, Family and Social Services gai edhefi
We urge the public to refrain from sharing unverified information & pictures of people in relation to Covid19 cases as this creates stigma & emotional distress within the society. Respect the right to privacy and rely on information and instructions from official sources.
Awareness session for the second batch of staff from Maldives Transport and Contracting Company Plc on Sexual Harassment Act and Employment rights as part of Rights at Work Campaign in collaboration with
@pilcmv
@MTCCPlc
We will be joining the COVID-19 live coverage of Dhivehi Raajjeyge Adu in the morning at 10:40 to talk about the Whistle Blower Protection Unit and how to lodge complains with the Unit during this pandemic
Thank you Commissioner General, Board members and staff of
@MIRAmaldives
MIRA for the thoughtful gift and warm wishes in celebrating the International Human Rights day and the 16th anniversary of HRCM
Photo: MIRA
HRCM Vice President is attending 05th International seminar of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) and Independent and Permanent Human Rights Commissions (IPHRC) on
"Islamophobia: A human rights violation and a contemporary manifestation of Racism" from 17-18 October
Mission for Migrant Workers Maldives met with members of HRCM and discussed the areas of collaboration in protecting and promoting the rights of migrant workers in the Maldives.
@mmwmaldives
Vice President of HRCM presented the scheme of human rights benchmarking and certification of businesses for the Executive Committee (ExCo) members of
@MTCCPlc
Happy Children’s Day to all the children across the globe!
This year’s children’s day also marks 1 yr to the ratification of the Child Rights Protection Act & the Juvenile Justice Act.
It is imperative as adults that we ensure the rights of every child is guaranteed.
Commissioner Moomina Waheed spoke as a panelist at the 4th UN South Asia Conference on Business and Human Rights on March 22, 2023, and addressed the issue of Human Rights Gaps in Temporary Labour Migration Programmes, "We wanted workers, but human beings came."
We had a meeting with the Minister of Home Affairs, Sheikh Imran Abdulla today.
We applaud the initiative by the Ministry to train officers on the Nelson Mandela rules
Calls made to HRCMs toll-free number 1424, will be answered from 08:00-00:00 on Saturdays till Thursdays & from 15:01-00:00 on Fridays.
Calls made between 00:01-07:59 will be answered on the following day from 08:00 onwards.
All missed calls will be called back at the earliest.
Delegates from International Committee of Red Cross meets with HRCM during their official visit to Maldives. Discussions were carried out regarding the work and findings of NPM, challenges and actions taken by the commission to lobby for the implementation of NPM recommendations.
Our participants have successfully concluded the training on Introduction to Human Rights based approach & Business and Human Rights training and knowledge building workshops facilitated by
@UNDPMaldives
.We extend our warmest Appreciation for this opportunity.
Happy World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day to all volunteers out there working tirelessly for the benefit of mankind. Shout out to all volunteers of
@maldivianrc
for their tremendous effort especially during the COVID19 pandemic.
#rcrcday2020