Deadline: July 15, 2019
Nominations are open for the Human Rights Defenders of the Year Award 2019. The aim of the award is to honour and publicly recognize the important work of Human Rights Defenders (HRDs) in Kenya, by giving out awards to men and women who have demonstrated courage and impact in the promotion and protection of human rights and fundamental freedoms.
The objectives of these awards are to:
- Honour the extraordinary work of HRDs in the promotion and protection of human rights;
- Profile the work of HRDs and challenges they face as agents of social change and transformation;
- Recognise and appreciate the human rights work of young and upcoming HRDs in Kenya and support talent;
- Enhance the safety and protection of all HRDs in Kenya.
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