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Qatar Tribune
25-06-2025
- Politics
- Qatar Tribune
NHRC chief urges nations to embed equality in laws
QNA Geneva Chairperson of the National Human Rights Committee HE Maryam bint Abdullah Al Attiyah has called for encouraging countries to incorporate the concept of equality into legislation and public policies and to adopt temporary positive measures to enhance women's participation in all fields. In her remarks during the 59th session of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) in Geneva, Al Attiyah highlighted the progress made by the State of Qatar in this field, as well as in many countries around the world, and pointed out the challenges that continue to hinder women's empowerment. Al Attiyah stated that the forefront of these challenges is climate change, armed conflicts, rising rates of migration and displacement, in addition to the unethical use of emerging technologies that deepen violence, discrimination, and the digital gender divide. As part of the NHRC's efforts in the State of Qatar as well as in monitoring national and international efforts to eliminate all forms of discrimination against women, Al Attiyah said that the Committee recommends supporting conflict-affected countries in implementing national action plans related to the Resolution 1325, to ensure the effective participation of women in peace, security, recovery, and reconstruction efforts, in accordance with the General Recommendation No. 30 of the Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW), in addition to emphasizing the importance of women's participation in policymaking and decision-making processes, in line with the principle of inclusivity and ensuring that women take part in shaping the future of their communities.
Qatar Tribune
22-06-2025
- Politics
- Qatar Tribune
NHRC chairperson affirms keenness to support OIC Independent Permanent Human Rights Commission
QNA Doha Chairperson of the National Human Rights Committee (NHRC) HE Maryam bint Abdullah Al Attiyah reaffirmed her unwavering commitment to promoting and supporting human rights, and also emphasized her support for the Independent Permanent Human Rights Commission of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) and the importance of strengthening its credibility and presence, as well as its role in ensuring the effective implementation of human rights across all OIC member states. In a statement issued on the occasion of her election as a member of the Independent Permanent Human Rights Commission of the OIC, she affirmed a renewed commitment to working with professionalism, credibility, dedication, independence, and integrity. Drawing on experience leading one of the world's most prominent and transparent national human rights institutions, Al Attiyah emphasized a dedication to upholding the principles of transparency and independence, and to carrying out responsibilities independent from any external influence. It is noteworthy that Al Attiyah was elected as a member of the Independent Permanent Human Rights Commission of the OIC, in elections held on the sidelines of the 51st Session of the OIC Council of Foreign Ministers, held in Istanbul, Turkiye. The election of the NHRC chairperson stands as a testament to the prestigious position of the State of Qatar in advancing and protecting human rights. It further reflects the country's active and constructive role in international forums, as well as the global recognition of Qatari expertise and national competencies in this vital field.
Qatar Tribune
21-06-2025
- Politics
- Qatar Tribune
NHRC chief elected to OIC panel
Chairperson of the National Human Rights Committee (NHRC) HE Maryam bint Abdullah Al Attiyah has been elected as a member of the Independent Permanent Human Rights Commission of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC). The election took place on the sidelines of the 51st Session of the OIC Council of Foreign Ministers, currently underway in Istanbul, Turkiye. The election stands as a testament to the distinguished position of the State of Qatar in advancing and protecting human rights, and highlights the country's active, credible, and constructive role in international human rights platforms. It further reflects the international community's recognition and appreciation of Qatari expertise.(QNA) page 2
Qatar Tribune
21-06-2025
- Politics
- Qatar Tribune
NHRC chairperson elected to OIC Independent Permanent Human Rights Commission
QNA Istanbul Chairperson of the National Human Rights Committee (NHRC) HE Maryam bint Abdullah Al Attiyah has been elected as a member of the Independent Permanent Human Rights Commission of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC). The election took place on the sidelines of the 51st Session of the OIC Council of Foreign Ministers, currently underway in Istanbul, Turkiye. This election stands as a testament to the distinguished position of Qatar in advancing and protecting human rights, and highlights the country's active, credible, and constructive role in international human rights platforms. It further reflects the international community's recognition and appreciation of Qatari expertise and national capabilities in this vital field. The Independent Permanent Human Rights Commission serves as the OIC's principal advisory body on human rights. It plays a critical role in promoting the values of justice, equality, and human dignity, as well as in monitoring and supporting the human rights situation across OIC member states in line with the principles outlined in the OIC Charter.
Qatar Tribune
02-06-2025
- Politics
- Qatar Tribune
NHRC inks agreements with ILO & Azerbaijan's Social Research Center
QNA Doha The National Human Rights Committee (NHRC) has signed two memorandums of understanding (MoUs), on the sidelines of the International Conference on Artificial Intelligence and Human Rights, held in Doha. The MoUs were signed with the International Labour Organization (ILO) and Azerbaijan's Social Research Center by Chairperson of NHRC HE Maryam bint Abdullah Al Attiyah. In a statement issued on Saturday, the NHRC said that the MoUs are part of its ongoing efforts to expand its international cooperation network in the field of promoting and protecting human rights. Al Attiyah emphasised that signing the MoU with the ILO is a pivotal step in consolidating the principles of social justice and enhancing workers' rights, particularly those of vulnerable groups such as migrant workers, women, older persons, and persons with disabilities. She noted that institutional cooperation with the ILO will support developing tools for raising awareness and training, in addition to activating community engagement channels, and align with both the NHRC's strategic goals and Qatar's national development plans. She added that the MoU with the Social Research Center in Azerbaijan serves to broaden international academic and research partnerships, offering valuable opportunities to exchange experiences on harmonising national legislation with international treaties, strengthening monitoring and documentation mechanisms, and building national human rights capacities. Signed by Head of the ILO Office in Doha Max Tunon, the MoU with the ILO aims to establish a formal framework for cooperation in promoting human rights and labour rights, especially for migrant workers, in keeping with the Qatar national human rights strategy 2024–2030 and the ILO–Ministry of Labour Joint Work Program (2024–2028). Cooperation between the two sides will work on developing awareness campaigns and training materials targeting community members and leaders, holding specialised workshops for NHRC staff on human rights and international labor standards, creating guidance tools for the private sector on responsible business conduct, promoting equal opportunities and combating discrimination in the labour market, in addition to encouraging knowledge exchange with human rights institutions in the Global South and launching a joint annual work plan starting this year. The MoU signed with Chairperson of the Social Research Center Zahid Oruj aims to facilitate exchange of expertise and information regarding the alignment of national laws with international treaties; collaborate on promoting a culture of human rights through joint training and research programme; strengthen mechanisms for monitoring, documentation, and redress; coordinate the protection of citizens' rights when residing in the other country; organise reciprocal visits; exchange publications; and implement joint research projects on contemporary human rights issues. Through signing this MoU, both parties agreed to refer to international human rights law and the 1993 Paris Principles as the guiding framework for their cooperation; both countries' national legislations are recognised as an integral part of the agreement, as to ensure respect for legal sovereignty while balancing national and international dimensions.
