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The London Regional Council of the United Nations Association will co-ordinate a range of activities to mark the 60th anniversary of the adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Soon, we will introduce a sign-up facility to ensure you know what is happening and where.
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| 14th December 2008 |
Human Rights Civic Sunday
Ellesmere Port Civic Hall. A flower laying ceremony at the Holocaust Memorial plaque will be followed by speeches, readings and music relating to human rights. The Mayor will sign a facsimile of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights on behalf of the community and there will be an exhibition of artwork and images. Contact Collette Linford, See www.epnbc.gov.uk |
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| 29th October 2008 |
UDHR60 Anniversary events
The Law School, University of Kent, Canterbury
A programme of lectures, drama performances, speeches by human rights activists and renowned scholars and members of civic society, to rededicate their communities to the principles underpinning the UDHR. The winner of the essay competition will be announced on the day of the celebration (Essay Topic: “New Rights and New Wrongs: Finding new Relevance for the UDHR in the 21st Century”).
Contact: Dr. Gbenga Oduntan, Centre for Critical International Law, Kent Law School www.kent.ac.uk/law |
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| 24th October 2008 |
Human Rights Celebration Dinner
Assembly Room, The Council House, North Street, Chichester (tickets £20)
Guest of Honour: Andrew Tyrie MP
Featuring the UN Roadshow
Organised by Chichester & District United Nations Association For more information, see http://www.unachichester.org |
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| 19th October 2008 |
UDHR 60th anniversary event
St. Andrews Church, Farnham, Surrey
Art exhibition by local schools, drama, poetry.
Speakers include Natalie Samarasinghe, United Nations Association
Contact: Jenny Floyer 01252 714946 |
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| 16th October 2008 |
Human Rights Now conference
London Metropolitan University |
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