The Union Association for Human Rights delivered an oral statement before the Human Rights Council during its 58th session under Item 9, which focuses on promoting and protecting all human rights, including economic, social, and cultural rights. The statement emphasized the need to provide legal protection and justice for workers’ rights worldwide, particularly for the most vulnerable professional categories, while showcasing the UAE’s experience as a leading model in respecting workers’ rights and fostering a decent work environment.
The Union Association for Human Rights delivered an oral statement before the Human Rights Council during its 58th session under Item 8, which addresses the implementation of the Vienna Declaration and Programme of Action. The statement highlighted the UAE’s humanitarian and development initiatives, particularly the establishment of the Erth Zayed Philanthropies and H.H. Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan’s initiative to allocate AED 20 billion to support the foundation. This step represents a major milestone in advancing sustainable development and humanitarian efforts both locally and globally.
The Union Association for Human Rights, represented by Board Member Mr. Salam Mohammed, delivered an oral statement before the UN Human Rights Council during its 58th session under Item 5, which addresses combating racism, racial discrimination, and xenophobia. The statement emphasized the importance of uniting international efforts to eradicate all forms of discrimination in sports, highlighting the UAE’s pioneering role in promoting tolerance and coexistence through sports practices and related international initiatives.
Counselor Maryam Al-Ahmadi, Vice President of the Union Association for Human Rights, delivered an oral statement before the UN Human Rights Council during its 58th session under Item 4, which addresses the annual report of the High Commissioner for Human Rights and related reports of the OHCHR and the UN Secretary-General. The statement addressed the global decline in international humanitarian aid amid ongoing conflicts and wars, highlighting the UAE’s position as a leading donor state and its pioneering role in supporting global humanitarian and development responses.
Dr. Fatima Al-Kaabi, Chairperson of the Union Association for Human Rights, delivered an oral statement before the UN Human Rights Council during its 58th session under Item 3, which addresses the promotion and protection of all human rights, including civil, political, economic, social, and cultural rights. The statement focused on the right to privacy and data protection in light of mounting digital challenges, highlighting the UAE’s legislative and regulatory efforts in this field and its commitment to relevant international standards.
Issued by the Union Association for Human Rights, in cooperation with an organization holding consultative status, this written statement was submitted to the United Nations Human Rights Council at its 58th session (February – April 2025). The statement focuses on joint international efforts to combat discrimination and racism in sports, and highlights the role of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in promoting the principles of equality, tolerance, and respect in sports activities, in line with the Durban Declaration and Programme of Action.
Issued by the Union Association for Human Rights, in cooperation with a non-governmental organization holding special consultative status with the Economic and Social Council, this written statement was submitted to the United Nations Human Rights Council at its 58th session (24 February – 4 April 2025). The statement focuses on affirming the fundamental human right to participate in sport as a vital mechanism for achieving comprehensive development, promoting social inclusion, and safeguarding human dignity.
Issued by the Union Association for Human Rights, in cooperation with an organization holding consultative status, this written statement was submitted to the Human Rights Council at its 58th session (February – April 2025)
Issued by the Union Association for Human Rights, in cooperation with an organization holding consultative status, this written statement was submitted to the United Nations Human Rights Council at its 58th session (February – April 2025). The statement focuses on strengthening the role of international bodies and mechanisms in governing artificial intelligence (AI) technologies and highlights the efforts of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in adopting and guiding the use of AI and modern technologies in line with global human rights principles
ssued by the Union Association for Human Rights in cooperation with an organization holding consultative status, this written statement was submitted to the Human Rights Council at its 58th session (February – April 2025)
