DI co-founder Dr. Widad attended the United Nations 62nd General Assembly to take part in the UN First Committee, as well as bilateral and multilateral meetings with government delegates.
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India: Torture Survivor Mr. Khan
Mr. Nur H Khan was allegedly tortured while in police custody. In a joint campaign, DI & OMCT call on the authorities to put an end to impunity for human rights crimes and guarantee the physical and psychological integrity of Mr. Khan, including access to medical assistance if necessary.
World Day Against Death Penalty 2007
The World Coalition against the Death Penalty reaching out to support the two Kurdish journalists Hasanpoor and Butimar, both of whom are at risk of execution in Iran. Defend International marks the world Day against the death penalty and urges its members and friends to support the momentum to end capital punishment.
Let Us All Condemn Violence & Support Culture Of Peace
Defend International expresses its appreciation for the united efforts worldwide to address violence at all levels. We are committed to spreading a culture of peace – a culture based on human rights, dialogue, democracy and non-violence values that are much-needed nationally and globally.