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Presentation of Report on Eritrea

“The Lasting Struggle for Freedom in Eritrea. Human Rights and Political Development, 1991-2009” report to be presented. A screening of the film
‘A Nation held Hostage,’ made in connection with the report.

Published: October 26, 2009

When: Thursday, 22. October 2009 10am-2pm
Where: Oslo, Håndverkeren
Host: Center for Peace and Human Rights
More info: www.oslocenter.no/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=213&Itemid=1&lang=en

Niels Jacob Harbitz of the Human Rights House Foundation, who has been in the reference group for the production of the report, is participating in the event with a presentation on what options one has with regards to international advocacy towards Eritrea, particularly through the UN Human Rights system.

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