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Published on December 17, 2013 - 21:21 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, Refugees: U.S. Intervention Delivered at the 10th Annual G-8-BMENA Forum for the Future

It is an honor to represent the United States at this year’s Forum for the Future and a pleasure to be back in Egypt. On behalf of Secretary Kerry, I would like to thank our hosts, the Government of Egypt and Her Majesty’s Government for bringing us …

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Published on December 16, 2013 - 21:51 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, Refugees: Youth and Human Rights

As Prepared Thank you, Nicole, for that kind introduction. It’s a true honor to be here at CSIS – and with such an impressive crowd, both in this beautiful new building and on the web. I am delighted to see friends and colleagues from across the academic, …

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Published on December 15, 2013 - 14:48 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, Refugees: One Year Anniversary of Lao Civil Society Leader Sombath Somphone's Disappearance

The United States remains deeply concerned over the fate of Sombath Somphone, one of the Lao People’s Democratic Republic’s most respected civil society figures, on the one-year anniversary of his abduction. Sombath was abducted on the evening of December …

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Published on December 13, 2013 - 18:24 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, Refugees: DRL Acting Assistant Secretary Uzra Zeya's Travel to the 2013 BMENA Forum for the Future

Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor (DRL) Acting Assistant Secretary of State Uzra Zeya will travel to Cairo, Egypt, December 15-20 to lead the U.S. delegation to the 2013 G-8 Broader Middle East and North Africa (BMENA) Initiative’s Forum for the …

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Published on December 12, 2013 - 23:25 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, Refugees: DRL Program Statement for Democracy and Human Rights Programs in Cuba

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE BUREAU OF DEMOCRACY, HUMAN RIGHTS AND LABOR OPEN GRANTS PROGRAM Funding Opportunity Title: DRL Program Statement for Democracy and Human Rights Programs in Cuba Federal Agency Contact: Global Programs Office: Western Hemisphere …

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Published on December 12, 2013 - 23:25 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, Refugees: Crackdown on Cuban Civil Society's Human Rights Day Events

We deplore the Cuban government’s harsh tactics to impede Cuban civil society’s peaceful recognition of Human Rights Day. On December 10 and 11, Cuban authorities violently detained dozens of independent Cuban academics, journalists, and civil society …

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Published on December 12, 2013 - 21:50 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, Refugees: Civilian Massacres in Syria

We condemn in the strongest possible terms the recent massacres of Syrian civilians in the Qalamoun region and elsewhere. Scores of civilians, many of them children, have again fallen victim to brutal violence, and we are outraged at the alarming reports, …

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Published on December 12, 2013 - 17:13 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, Refugees: UNHCR Dialogue: U.S. Statement on Protecting Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs)

On behalf of the U.S. delegation, I commend the High Commissioner for selecting the protection of internally displaced persons, or IDPs, as the topic of this year’s Dialogue. We need to convert the widespread interest in today’s topic into ensuring that …

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Published on December 11, 2013 - 02:51 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, Refugees: Human Rights Day 2013

Around the world, the fundamental struggle for dignity – for economic justice, political freedom, and personal expression – continues every day and in many forms. I’ve seen firsthand what can happen when we work together to change things for the better. As …

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Published on December 10, 2013 - 19:04 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, Refugees: The State Department Welcomes New Private Sector Support for the Global Equality Fund

In recognition of International Human Rights Day, the State Department welcomes Deloitte to the Global Equality Fund. Launched in December 2011, the Global Equality Fund supports civil society’s efforts to advance and protect the human rights of lesbian, …

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Published on December 10, 2013 - 02:31 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, Refugees: Fifth Anniversary of Liu Xiaobo's Detention

Yesterday marked the fifth anniversary of Nobel laureate and writer Liu Xiaobo’s detention. The United States is deeply concerned that Chinese authorities continue to imprison Liu Xiaobo, as well as other activists, such as Xu Zhiyong, for peacefully …

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Published on December 5, 2013 - 01:08 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, Refugees: Deteriorating Situation in the Central African Republic

The United States is appalled by today’s reports of the murder of innocent women and children outside of Bangui. This horrifying account is the latest in a string of reports that illustrate the deteriorating humanitarian and security situation in the …

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Published on December 4, 2013 - 02:42 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, Refugees: Special Advisor Heumann and Senior Advisor Kwan To Participate in a Google+ Hangout on "Going ...

Special Advisor for International Rights of Persons with Disabilities Judith Heumann and Senior Advisor and former Olympic athlete Michelle Kwan will participate in a Google+ Hangout on “Going For Gold: Advancing International Disability Rights” at the …

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Published on December 3, 2013 - 21:24 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, Refugees: Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor Request for Statements of Interest: The Global ...

Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor Request for Statements of Interest: The Global Equality Fund: Programs to Protect the Human Rights of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender (LGBT) Persons Department of State Public Notice Bureau of Democracy, …

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Published on December 3, 2013 - 20:07 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, Refugees: International Day of Persons with Disabilities

is my great pleasure to join the world’s one billion persons with disabilities in recognizing the 21st International Day of Persons with Disabilities. Here in the United States, we’ve been witness to enormous progress in empowering people with disabilities …

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Published on November 27, 2013 - 15:49 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, Refugees: FY 2014 Funding Opportunity Announcement for NGO Programs Benefiting Refugees From Syria in ...

Funding Opportunity Number: PRM-PRMOAPNE-14-001- 018728 / PRM-PRMOAPNE-14-001 Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance (CFDA) number: 19.519 - Overseas Refugee Assistance Programs for Near East and South Asia Announcement issuance date: November 26, 2013 …

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Published on November 26, 2013 - 21:25 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, Refugees: Keynote Remarks at North West Model UN Conference Opening Ceremony

American commitment to human rights has been longstanding. The United States played an integral role in the establishment of the United Nations Commission on Human Rights and the negotiation of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, adopted by the …

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Published on November 26, 2013 - 00:56 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, Refugees: Mali Legislative Elections

Mali has taken an important step forward by holding the first round of legislative elections. These elections speak volumes about the resilience of Mali’s democratic tradition and the progress it has made over the past two years. The United States applauds …

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Published on November 25, 2013 - 22:18 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, Refugees: International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women and 16 Days of Activism

Each November 25, we reaffirm a global commitment to the elimination of violence against women and renew our collective pledge to the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-based Violence. This fight is deeply personal to me. As a prosecutor, I saw firsthand …

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Published on November 25, 2013 - 19:29 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, Refugees: Geneva Conference on Syria

I thank Joint Special Representative Brahimi for his efforts to bring the regime, the opposition, and the international community together for this important meeting at an important time. We have long underscored that there is no military solution to the …

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