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2020-06-09ENNHRI and MHE publish report on supported decision-making
ENNHRI and Mental Health Europe have published a new report on supported decision-making for people with disabilities. It highlights what supported decision-making entails in theory and in practice, as well as outlining developments in Europe and the role of National Human Rights Institutions (NHRIs) in ensuring compliance with international standards.
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2020-06-09
Public Defender of Rights publishes English version of Annual Report 2019
The 2019 Annual Report of the Public Defender of Rights of the Slovak Republic (PDR) provides information on the PDR’s work on protecting the fundamental rights and freedoms of natural and legal persons, strengthening the oversight of public authorities and initiating reforms of law and public authority.
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2020-06-09
Investigations into allegations of nepotism in Victorian government schools
This report draws attention to a problem that has become a regular subject of ‘public interest disclosures’ to the Ombudsman - nepotism in government schools. It highlights the need for school principals and staff to check and follow integrity obligations, and the need for public authorities to look for effective ways to embed integrity in their workplaces.
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2020-08-21Course Correction Ombudsperson of British Columbia
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2020-06-08
Control Yuan requests to provide labour insurance coverage for all migrant fishers
Migrant fishers enjoy statutory labor insurance coverage, and their employers are required to contribute to their premiums so that they may claim government compensation in the event of injury on the job, as well as the same right to medical care as nationals.
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2020-06-08
Public Defender’s Statement on International Children's Day
June 1 is International Children's Day. On this occasion, the Public Defender of Georgia held a statement reinforcing that this date reminds the world community that all States have an obligation to take into account the best interests of each child, to protect their life and health and to provide conditions for their education, development and decent life.
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2020-06-05
Ontario Ombudsman to investigate government’s oversight of long-term care homes during pandemic
Ontario Ombudsman Paul Dubé launched an investigation into the oversight of long-term care homes by the province’s Ministry of Long-Term Care and Ministry of Health during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The investigation will focus on whether the oversight of long-term care homes by those ministries during the coronavirus crisis is adequate to ensure the safety of residents and staff.
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2020-06-05
The COVID-19 crisis and seniors’ residences: the Québec Ombudsman will investigate
On May 26, 2020, Ombudsperson Marie Rinfret announced an impartial and independent investigation into the Ministère de la Santé et des Services sociaux and certain public health institutions.
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2020-10-29
New GANHRI Chair Freddy Carrión
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2020-10-29
Ombudsman Sindh presented the Annual Report 2019
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2020-06-04
The European Ombudsman turns 25
2020 marks the 25th anniversary of the European Ombudsman. From small beginnings in 1995, the institution has grown to become a recognised and respected upholder of transparency, ethics and accountability in the EU administration.
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2020-06-04
Public health and discrimination - where is the line?
In a radio broadcast of the Seimas Ombudsmen’s Office program “Everyone is important” there was a sharp discussion regarding potential violations of the human rights of elderly people during the quarantine period, which received a lot of attention.
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2020-06-03
Ombudsman hearing clarifies FOI exemptions for “free and frank” discussions
Two recent decisions on Freedom of Information (FOI) appeals by the Ombudsman have helped clarify when government’s internal discussions are protected from disclosure and when information around those matters should be released to the public.
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2020-10-27
Commissioner Moskalkova and CoE Secretary General Peichinovich-Burich
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2020-06-02
Algorithmes discriminatoires : le Défenseur des droits et la CNIL réunissent les experts
Jeudi 28 et vendredi 29 mai, le Défenseur des droits, en partenariat avec la CNIL, organise un séminaire d’experts autour des algorithmes discriminatoires. L’occasion d’un premier dialogue entre chercheurs, sociologues, juristes et développeurs. A l’issue, les deux autorités proposeront plusieurs recommandations afin de garantir à chacun une égalité de traitement dans les nombreuses situations où une partie du choix est faite par une intelligence artificielle.
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2020-06-02
United Nations Human Rights Report 2019
Michelle Bachelet is pleased to present the first report covering an entire year of her term as United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights. The year 2019 was marked by important developments supported by the OHCHR’s headquarters and 84 field presences across the world. With The OHCHR’s assistance, fifteen national laws were adopted to combat discrimination in all forms.
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2020-06-02
How can NHRIs meaningfully cooperate with older persons to promote and protect their rights
Given the rapidly ageing population across Europe, National Human Rights Institutions (NHRIs) in the region are increasingly working on the promotion and protection of the rights of older persons. In order to understand specific human rights challenges in old age, it is crucial for NHRIs to directly engage with older persons including through their representative organisations and bring real lived experiences into their work.
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2020-06-02
Independent oversight to ensure the rights of disabled people are upheld during the COVID-19 pandemic
The Independent Monitoring Mechanism (IMM) is made up of the Disabled People’s Organisations’ Coalition, the Human Rights Commission and the Ombudsman. We are designated to monitor the actions of government under the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (Disability Convention) to make sure it is meeting its obligations to disabled New Zealanders.
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2020-06-02
COVID-19 puts asylum seekers at higher risk as conditions in camps deteriorate and asylum procedures are suspended
Overcrowded reception centres with no possibility to practice physical distancing or follow hygienic measures are some of the main concerns the EU Agency for Fundamental Rights (FRA) identifies in its latest migration quarterly bulletin. At the same time, closed borders make it difficult for refugees to reach safety in the EU and leave some people stranded at sea. Suspended asylum procedures leave many in limbo.
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2020-06-02
Secretary General of Commissioner for Fundamental Rights became member of FRA Management Board
Dr. Réka Varga, Secretary General of the Office of the Commissioner for Fundamental Rights of Hungary became a member of the Management Board of the EU's Fundamental Rights Agency (FRA).
