Tag: United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights
Joint statement: Finding the good in the first UN General Assembly resolution on artificial intelligence
We, the undersigned civil society organizations, welcome the United States-led United Nations (UN) General Assembly resolution “Seizing the opportunities of safe, secure and trustworthy artificial intelligence systems for sustainable development.”
Human rights groups to U.N. High Commissioner: U.S. police violence against anti-racism protesters rampant
Calling attention to the U.S. Government’s violent response to peaceful protests against racism, human rights organizations join forces to send a joint submission to the U.N. High Commissioner for Human Rights urging immediate action.
Press briefing: elections and internet shutdowns
Bringing together regional and international experts to delve into the incidents of internet shutdowns documented in 2020 during elections, and explore how stakeholders can work together to raise awareness about these acts of repression, and hold governments accountable.