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Stronger action to identify victims and protect the most vulnerable needed, say OSCE leaders on world anti-trafficking day
Publishing date: 30 July 2024
Content type: Press release
Where we are: OSCE Chairpersonship, Office of the Special Representative and Co-ordinator for Combating Trafficking in Human Beings, OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights, OSCE Secretariat
What we do: Combating trafficking in human beings
VALLETTA/VIENNA/WARSAW, 30 July 2024 – Marking World Day against Trafficking in Persons, OSCE Chair-in-Office, Minister of Foreign and European Affairs and Trade of Malta Ian Borg, OSCE Secretary General Helga Maria Schmid, Director of the OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights Matteo Mecacci and OSCE Special Representative and Co-ordinator for Combating Trafficking in Human Beings Kari Johnstone underscored the need to strengthen collaborative efforts to identify victims of human trafficking and prevent exploitation of the most vulnerable, particularly children.
OSCE Project Co-Ordinator in Uzbekistan conducts Training on UN Bangkok Rules and Gender-Sensitive Approaches
Publishing date: 29 July 2024
Content type: News
Where we are: OSCE Project Co-ordinator in Uzbekistan
On 29-31 July 2024, the OSCE Project Co-Ordinator in Uzbekistan (PCUz), in co-operation with the National Human Rights Centre (NHRC) of the Republic of Uzbekistan and the Main Directorate for the Execution of Punishments, launched a three-day training on the UN Bangkok Rules and gender-sensitive approaches to torture prevention.
OSCE Mission to Montenegro helps journalists withstand pressure and threats
Publishing date: 29 July 2024
Content type: News
Where we are: OSCE Mission to Montenegro
What we do: Media freedom and development
While physical violence against journalists has decreased in recent years, forms of attacks have evolved, taking on more insidious and damaging forms. If left unaddressed, these newer threats can have profound consequences for media professionals. Recognizing the urgency of this issue and in support of journalists’ work, the OSCE Mission to Montenegro, upon the request of its partner Media Trade Union, organized a workshop on psychological well-being and support for media workers on 27 and 28 July in Sutomore.
Čelić opens its first fire station
Publishing date: 25 July 2024
Content type: News
Where we are: OSCE Mission to Bosnia and Herzegovina
What we do: Conflict prevention and resolution
SARAJEVO, 25 July 2024- Today, the Municipality of Čelić celebrates the opening of its first fire station, an event that marks a significant step forward in strengthening the security infrastructure of this area. With the presence of citizens, representatives of local authorities and international organizations, the new building was officially opened, making Čelić a safer place to live.
Natur og Ungdom from Norway wins the 2024 Max van der Stoel Award
Publishing date: 25 July 2024
Content type: Press release
Where we are: OSCE High Commissioner on National Minorities
What we do: National minority issues
THE HAGUE, 25 July 2024 – Natur og Ungdom from Norway has been selected as the winner of the 2024 Max van der Stoel Award. The Award recognizes this organization’s efforts to give young people of all backgrounds a voice in environmental policy.
OSCE Facilitates Needs Assessment Mission to Uzbekistan on Cross-Border Electronic Evidence Requests
Publishing date: 24 July 2024
Content type: News
Where we are: Transnational Threats Department, OSCE Secretariat, OSCE Project Co-ordinator in Uzbekistan
What we do: Countering terrorism, Policing
From 22 to 24 July 2024, the OSCE Transnational Threats Department, jointly with the OSCE Project Co-ordinator in Uzbekistan, facilitated a needs assessment mission to Uzbekistan, focusing on requesting electronic evidence across borders. The mission was held as part of the E-VIDENCE project dedicated to building the capacity of law enforcement in requesting electronic evidence across borders for investigating online criminal matters, including terrorism-related.
OSCE Mission to Montenegro supports SOS Helpline Nikšić strengthen occupational therapy for the women survivors of gender-based violence
Publishing date: 24 July 2024
As part of its commitment to combat gender-based violence and empower survivors, on 24 July the OSCE Mission to Montenegro provided a greenhouse to the SOS Helpline Nikšić.
OSCE and Partners Celebrate Removal of Toxic Rocket Fuel from Kyrgyzstan
Publishing date: 24 July 2024
Content type: News
Where we are: OSCE Programme Office in Bishkek
What we do: Arms control, Border management, Conflict prevention and resolution
Novopavlovka village, Chui province, Kyrgyzstan – 24 July, 2024 A ceremony marking the launch of removal operation of the final 55 tonnes of Samin, a toxic rocket fuel component, from the Novopavlovka area in Chui province of Kyrgyzstan took place today. This operation mitigates a significant environmental threat and ensures the safety of some 21,000 residents living near the storage site. The chemical waste will be transported out of Kyrgyzstan by air to Germany at the end of August 2024, where it will be incinerated in a specialized disposal facility.
OSCE presents White Ribbon Awards celebrate to seven diplomats for promoting gender equality
Publishing date: 24 July 2024
On 11 July, the Chair of the Permanent Council, Ambassador Natasha Meli Daudey, presented the White Ribbon Award to seven diplomats and delegation members, honouring their outstanding engagement for the promotion of gender equality. The White Ribbon Award is presented every year to OSCE delegates from participating States and Partners for Co-operation who have shown true dedication to the promotion of gender equality and have used their position to advance these efforts. The Award is given based on nominations received from OSCE delegations.
OSCE Representative on Freedom of the Media condemns the latest sentencing of journalists in the Russian Federation
Publishing date: 24 July 2024
Content type: Press release
Where we are: OSCE Representative on Freedom of the Media
What we do: Media freedom and development
VIENNA, 24 July 2024 – The OSCE Representative on Freedom of the Media Teresa Ribeiro expresses deep concern at the growing threat to the safety of journalists in the Russian Federation following the latest series of convictions of media professionals in the country.