CIVICUS is calling for Applications to a Campaign on HRDs
Deadline: 18 April 2022
This initiative is part of CIVICUS’s #StandAsMyWitness campaign, which advocates for the release of human rights defenders behind bars, harassed and persecuted for standing up to fundamental rights and freedoms. These human rights defenders advocate for the rights to freedom of expression, peaceful assembly and a safe environment but face reprisals from their government for being critical voices that question policies and seeking human rights accountability.
On 18 July 2020, CIVICUS launched the #StandAsMyWitness campaign to commemorate Nelson Mandela Day – an international day in honour of Nelson Mandela, celebrated each year. Like Nelson Mandela, who spent 27 years in jail in South Africa, thousands of human rights defenders around the world are persecuted for advocating for human rights, and many are in jail following unfair trials.
Applicants should submit their applications no later than 18 April 2022. Only selected applicants will be notified by the end of April 2022. If you do not get any feedback by this time, know your application was not successful.
