OVERVIEW: JOINT HUMAN RIGHTS CELEBRATIONS 2014 UNCT, SUHAKAM, GLOBAL MOVEMENT OF MODERATES, BAR COUNCIL, PROHAM The United Nations Country Team in Malaysia, the Human Rights Commission of Malaysia (SUHAKAM), the Global Movement of Moderates Foundation (GMMF), the Bar Council Malaysia and the Society for the Promotion of Human Rights (PROHAM) are jointly hosting a number of events in conjunction with Human Rights Day 2014. Date Time Venue Event Organiser(s) MORE DETAILS / RSVP 26 October to 31 December 10.00 am – 9.00 pm The School @ Jaya One UNICEF Ms. Crystal Lo ([email protected]) and Ms. Indra Nadchatram ([email protected]) 6 December Saturday 10.00 am – 3.00 pm Publika, White Box GMM Incitement Mr. Syahrul Nordin ([email protected] ) 8 December Monday 9.30 am 12.30 pm Institut Integriti Malaysia Picture My Rights - teen photo exhibition The Picture My Rights teen photo contest, held from 1 September 2014 to 10 October 2014 invited young aspiring photographers in Malaysia between the ages of 13 and 17 years to submit an original digital photo and caption that highlights one of five fundamental children’s rights: dignity; survival, development, safety and participation. The contest submissions were reviewed by a panel of judges comprising Ms. Belmonte (UNICEF), Mr. Yee (The Star), Mr. Wong (The School) and Mr. Pirozzi. The top 5 winners’ photographs together with other shortlisted entries are on exhibit. Workshop on Human Rights: Youth’s perspective This one-day highly interactive workshop aims to provide a platform for young professionals to engage in dialogue on various aspects of human rights relevant in the Malaysian context. The aim is to raise awareness on human rights in Malaysia, to provide a platform for youth to express their views on human rights and to issue concrete statements and ideas of participants through video interviews and a publication. Launch of the Week of Celebrations in Conjunction with Human Rights Day 2014 Official launch of the Week of Celebrations in Conjunction with Human Rights Day 2014, By YB Senator Datuk Paul Low, Minister in Prime Minister’s Department. The launch of week of activities resonates with the theme for Human Rights Day 2014; “Human Rights 365” and encompasses the idea that every day is Human Rights Day. It celebrates the fundamental proposition in the UN, SUHAKAM, GMM, BAR COUNCIL, PROHAM MS. Alva Bruun ([email protected]) , and Ms. Linda Tham ([email protected]) Universal Declaration that human rights are an entitlement for each one of us, everywhere, at all times. 8 December N/A Institut Integriti Malaysia, 9 December Tuesday 9.00 am – 1.00 pm Mines Wellness Hotel, Jalan Dulang, Mines Wellness City Interfaith Panel, “Harmony in Diversity: A Human Rights Approach” The Panel themed ‘Harmony in diversity, a Human Rights Based Approach’ held as a part of the launch event will host four panellists representing the main faiths in the country. Each panellist will offer a perspective, through the lens of their faith, on how to secure lasting harmony between people and communities in a religiously and ethnically diverse country like Malaysia, and the opportunities to address related challenges and move forward on a strong foundation of respect for and protection of human rights. Photo Exhibition on Migrant Workers : A Journey of Hope The ILO GMS TRIANGLE project supports the Migration Works campaign which aims to promote a positive image of migrants, in line with their contributions to the economy and society. Through the theme “Journey of Hope”, Marisha Peter, a charcoal artist creates powerful profile images, multifaceted and multidimension story and life of a migrant worker. The imagery provides the public an opportunity to move beyond conditioned perceptions, reduce stereotypes and empathize with migrant workers’ working and living among them in Malaysia; and informs the public on their positive contributions. Human Rights Debate 2014: Grand Final The SUHAKAM Human Rights Debate 2014 is jointly hosted by the Human Rights Commission of Malaysia (SUHAKAM) and Serdang Royals Debate Club of Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM) to promote greater understanding among university students via critical discourse on the importance of human rights as well as current issues revolving around human rights locally and globally. It is also hoped that the debate can be the conduit to disseminate human rights awareness among the debaters involved in the tournament as well as viewers including university students and members of the public. Preliminary rounds are held 6-8 December. ILO Ms. Anni Santhiago ([email protected]) SUHAKAM Mr. Dayalan Rajoo ([email protected]) 9 December Tuesday 8.3010.30 pm Brickfields Asia College, VSQ, PJ City 10 December Wednesday 9.00 am – 5.00 pm Bar Council, Raja Aziz Addruse Auditorium, Malaysia, 2nd Floor, Straits Trading Building. 10 December Wednesday 3.00 – 6.00 pm Brickfields Asia College, VSQ, PJ City 11 December Thursday 2.00 – 6.00 pm Bar Council, Raja Aziz Addruse Auditorium, Malaysia, 2nd Floor, Straits Trading 2014 Human Rights Day Public Forum, “Malaysia’s Role in the UN Security Council” : Addressing Global, Regional & Domestic concerns pertaining to security, sustainable development & human rights Malaysia was elected as a non-permanent member of the UN Security Council on Oct 16, 2014. This is a major achievement for Malaysia and this global recognition enhances our global role and contribution. The main aim of this Public Forum is understanding the role of the security council, reviewing Malaysia’s role in the UN Security Council noting opportunities and challenges for 2015 and 2016, in particular with regards to human rights compliance consistent with international conventions and instruments. Cultural Performance & Forum: “Native Title Rights – the Issues, Claims and the Law” Through this Cultural Performance and Forum, the Bar Council Committee on Orang Asli Rights (COAR) aims to highlight and increase awareness of the land issues faced by the indigenous people of Malaysia. These issues continue to threaten the livelihood and way of life of the Indigenous peoples whose culture, identity and existence are inextricably linked with the forests, rivers and sea waters forming their cultural landscape. The forum will also provide a space for Orang Asli, non-governmental organisations and lawyers to share their knowledge and experience on matters pertaining to Orang Asli issues. Speech competition for Law students The theme of the Human Rights Speech competition is “Can Law Safeguard Harmony in Diversity?” and is open to all law students in public and private colleges. The competition is open to students of all ages, but pre-registration is required. The closing date for registration is Dec 3, 2014. Please refer to the guidelines for the competition for details on the rules. Death Penalty in Malaysia This session by Bar Council and the National Human Rights Society of Malaysia comprises of a series of talks on this important and pressing issue. Human rights lawyers, Abdul Rashid Ismail, Edmund Bon, and Amer Hamzah together with Amnesty International Malaysia Campaigner, Gwen Lee Chee Yeng will draw from their experience and expertise to discuss issues surrounding the PROHAM Datuk Denison Jayasooria ([email protected]) Bar Council COAR UNDP Ms. Parvinder Kaur – ([email protected]. my) Mr. Glen Kenny ([email protected]) Proham , in partnership with BAC Mithila Narendran ([email protected]) Bar Council HAKAM Robyn Choi ([email protected]) Abdul Rashid Ismail ([email protected]) 12 December Friday 9.00 – 1.00 pm Building. mandatory death penalty, the relevant international laws, constitutional considerations, how capital punishment is being practised in Malaysia, death penalty around the world, the humanitarian aspect of the death penalty, and efforts to abolish mandatory death penalty. This promises to be a passionate session with a clear and sober message. Brickfields Asia College, PJ City UN Dialogue on Environmental Rights in Malaysia This Dialogue Session on Environmental Rights will include a presentation on the Rights Based approach to development, Case studies and themes relating to capacity building for legal fraternity on environmental law and policies. UNDP Hari Ramalu Ragavan , UNDP, ([email protected])