DI member organisation: The Democratic Organization for National Office of Drinking Water has arranged several events on the occasion of 2008 Global Week Of Action Against Gun Violence.
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Activities
NY: Group of Governmental Experts Held 2nd of Three Sessions
The world needs a tough Arms Trade Treaty. Defend International is committed to supporting a robust ATT capable of saving lives and preventing the illicit trade in SALW. The UN Group of Governmental Experts (GGE) on a global ATT held its 2nd round of discussions on the scope and parameters of the treaty. The GGE is representing an historical step towards an international instrument to combat the rise in armed violence.
Ramallah: 2008 Global Week of Action Against Gun Violence
DI member organisation: Human Rights & Democratic Participation Centre “SHAMS” based in Ramallah is organising open meetings in five Palestinian universities and colleges.
DI Press Conference At EU Parliament
During a press conference organised by Defend International at the European Parliament on 2 June 2008, an expert panel consisting of academicians asked the European countries to delist the Kurdistan Workers Party from the list of terrorist organisations and give peace a chance. The panel consisted of Dr. Widad (chair), associate Professor Kariane Westrheim, Professor Michael Gunter and former Director of medico International Hans Branscheidt! “Our main message is that dialogue and reconciliation at all levels of the society should be encouraged in Turkey to ultimately foster a peaceful and an inclusive society,” said Dr. Widad.
DI, International Press Center, Residence Palace, Rue de la loi 155, Brussels, 2008!