Dr. Inge Genefke calls for countries to adopt the convention on torture. Dr. Genefke has devoted her career specifically to the treatment and rehabilitation of victims of torture. she is a great supporter of Defend International and DI members who have been subjected to torture or to cruel, inhuman or degrading treatment or punishment.
DI At 2008 UN BMS
Defend International (DI) was accredited to participate in the UN Third Biennial Meeting of States (New York) to consider the implementation of the Programme of Action to prevent, combat, and eradicate the illicit trade in small arms and light weapons in all its aspects. The Programme of Action was approved by Member States in 2001. DI represents the voices and experiences of civil society in the MENA region.
Iraq: DI Condemns Murder of Journalist Soran Hama
Journalist Soran Hama was assassinated in the city of Kirkuk on 21 July 2008. DI is saddened by the assassination of Mr. Hama, and Dr Widad issued a statement today from Glen Cove Mansion in New York.
UN Programme of Action on SALW
Programme of Action to Prevent, Combat and Eradicate the Illicit Trade in Small Arms and Light Weaponsin All Its Aspects.