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🎙️ Philippe Lazzarini speaks on geneveMonde.ch 🌍 Philippe Lazzarini, Commissioner-General of UNRWA – the United Nations agency for Palestinian refugees – shares his insights in an exclusive interview conducted by journalist Luisa Ballin for geneveMonde.ch. Reacting to an RTS audio archive from 1972, Philippe Lazzarini reflects on the agency's current situation since October 7th. While the Netherlands recently voted for a gradual reduction in funding, Switzerland is set to decide on its financial commitment by the end of this week. Meanwhile, in Israel, the Knesset is seeking to halt UNRWA’s operations on the ground. For this Swiss diplomat, one of the highest-ranking officials in the UN, fundamental principles are at stake: multilateralism, international humanitarian law, the Geneva Conventions, as well as the credibility of the United Nations and the International Criminal Court. 👉 Don’t miss this exclusive interview on geneveMonde.ch ! https://lnkd.in/eyRQ--eG UNRWA UNRWA USA UNRWA.es United Nations UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency #UNRWA #UN #Diplomacy #Gaza #Humanitarian #Switzerland #HumanRights #GenevaConventions #Multilateralism #PhilippeLazzarini

The Refugee Olympian Status? It’s His Idea. Claude’s journey as a refugee began in 1937 when he fled his home country, Germany, under Nazi rule since 1933. From those challenging beginnings, Claude rose to become a brilliant student, a talented engineer, and a master communicator. After joining Young & Rubicam Europe in Geneva, the constant long travels began to wear him out. He yearned for something more—a new purpose, an idea to give back to those who had faced the same fate as him. Inspired by this mission, Claude approached Sadako Ogata, the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees at the time, with his vision. The rest is history. Here's his interview for geneveMonde.ch UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency International Olympic Committee – IOC #thomasbach Marcus Daniell OLY🔸 Johan Eliasch Hugh Robertson Aya Medany Petra Sörling Michael Mronz Yael Arad David Lappartient Yiech pur Biel Humphrey Kayange, OGW, OLY https://lnkd.in/e4jCKEQc

#Geneva1933: a speech that still resonates 🎙 Discover Harold Butler's visionary appeal to the International Labor Conference: workers' prosperity, the key to economic recovery. 🎧 Archive restored by RTS. 📜 Find out more on geneveMonde.ch. BACKGROUND In 1933, at the International Labor Conference in Geneva, Harold Butler, Director of the International Labor Office (ILO), delivered a landmark speech against the backdrop of the Great Depression. Taking over from Albert Thomas, he called for economic and social reforms, criticizing the limits of traditional economic liberalism. Butler identified the decline in consumer spending as a major cause of the crisis, and insisted on the importance of maintaining high wages to revive the economy. During his tenure (1932-1938), Butler guided major transformations: the entry of the United States into the ILO (1934), the organization of the first regional conferences outside Europe (1936) and support for global economic regulation. He introduced the notion of a planned economy, advocating international cooperation to re-establish a balance between production and consumption. https://lnkd.in/d-5bfWe5

Stéphane Hessel sur Espace 2 : un témoignage inspirant 🎙️ Découvrez l’incroyable parcours de Stéphane Hessel, ancien ambassadeur de France auprès de l’ONU à Genève, invité exceptionnel d’Espace 2. 📖 Homme de lettres, résistant et militant politique, Stéphane Hessel partage avec nous des moments clés de sa vie : ✨ Ses combats pour la démocratie 🤝 Son engagement pour les droits de l’homme 💡 Ses convictions profondes qui continuent d’inspirer des générations. Un récit captivant d’un homme dont les valeurs et la détermination ont marqué l’histoire. 🌍 🎧 Écoutez son témoignage sur Espace 2 : https://lnkd.in/eE4ceFNy #StéphaneHessel #Espace2 #DroitsDeLHomme #ONU #Résistance #Démocratie #Histoire #engagement United Nations

"Where there are human rights, there must be children's rights. 🌍 Every child deserves a future full of opportunities, safety, and dignity. Let’s make sure their voices are heard and their rights are protected globally. Dive into this insightful dossier on children’s rights and global governance to understand the urgent need for action." 👉 Read more here : https://lnkd.in/e2NrutFn #ChildrensRights #HumanRights #GlobalGovernance #FutureGenerations #humanrightsday #childhood UNICEF United Nations Save the Children International L' Institut de hautes études internationales et du développement

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🌍 An Exclusive Conversation with UNHCR Pioneers: Insights You Won’t Want to Miss 🌍 We’re thrilled to present the first part of an exclusive interview with three remarkable figures in humanitarian work: Anne Willem Bijleveld, Ekber Menemencioğlu, and Claude Marshall. These UNHCR veterans share their unparalleled journeys, from navigating global refugee crises to shaping the evolution of humanitarian aid. https://lnkd.in/eimj3djg ✨ Why is this a must-listen? 🔹 Hear firsthand accounts of critical moments in history—Biafra, the Vietnamese "boat people" crisis, and the Yugoslav conflict. 🔹 Gain behind-the-scenes insights into the challenges of managing refugee camps and adapting UNHCR’s operations to a changing world. 🔹 Learn how innovation, resilience, and even sports are transforming refugee rehabilitation. This isn’t just an interview—it’s a rare window into decades of humanitarian leadership and a forward-looking perspective on the future of aid. Join us as we explore their stories, their lessons, and their visions for a more compassionate world. 🌏 👉 Stay tuned for more details on the second part of this conversation ! Don’t miss this opportunity to be inspired. Thank you to our partners at the RTS - Radio Télévision Suisse and particularly Matthias Klaas and to the Club Diplomatique de Genève. Fondation pour Genève Fondation Hirondelle UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency World Food Programme UN Environment Programme FAO United Nations United Nations Human Rights United Nations Office at Geneva Anne Willem Bijleveld Ekber Menemencioglu Claude Marshall #UNHCR #HumanitarianWork #RefugeeStories #Leadership #InnovationInAid

Journée mondiale de lutte contre le sida - 1er décembre EN EXCLUSIVITÉ, découvrez une interview audio avec Daniel Tarantola, médecin genevois et acteur clé dans la lutte mondiale contre le sida, notamment au débuts de la maladie du sida. Il a joué un rôle crucial à l'ONUSIDA, négocié pour réduire le prix des traitements et changé des vies à l'échelle internationale. Écoutez son histoire, sa vision et ses combats dans notre entretien ! Lien : https://lnkd.in/ezimA5-S #JournéeMondialeContreLeSida #LutteContreLeSida #Solidarité #Prévention #Dépistage #SIDA #HérosDuSIDA #DanielTarantola #ONUSIDA #ÉcoutezMaintenant

[HISTOIRE VIVANTE - November 25 to 29, 2024 on RTS Première] “Suisse-Algérie de la colonisation à l'indépendance”/"Switzerland-Algeria: from colonization to independence" Switzerland-Algeria (4/5): networks Injured in France, Abdelmadjid Sana was taken to safety in Switzerland, but once he had recovered, he found a network of support for the independence cause at a time when the Algerian war was raging. He maps out for us these smugglers, supporters and diplomatic facilitators. In particular, Taïeb Boulahrouf, who helped make Switzerland a relay between the GPRA and France. He also took part in the Lucerne and Neuchâtel meetings in February 1961, then in the Evian Agreement negotiations that put an end to the Algerian War. With Marisa Fois, historian and author of Héritages coloniaux - Les Suisses d'Algérie and Abdelmadjid Sana, former Algerian ambassador and author of Cris de douleurs des profondeurs du Rhumel. Tune in at 1:00 on RTS Première ou sur ce lien https://lc.cx/c-RyYB #algérie #guerredalgerie #fln #coloniesuisse #setif #RTS Photo de la cérémonie de signature des accords culturels et scientifiques hispano-algériens. (Collection Abdelmadjid Sana)

 [HISTOIRE VIVANTE - November 25 to 29, 2024 on RTS Première] “Suisse-Algérie de la colonisation à l'indépendance”/"Switzerland-Algeria: from colonization to independence" (5/5): the birth of a diplomat After the Evian Agreements and the Algerian War, Abdelmadjid Sana became a diplomat. An official diplomat this time. He is now a Swiss and Algerian citizen. From Constantine to Geneva, via numerous embassies abroad, he worked to ensure that independent Algeria found its place in the concert of nations. Abdelmadjid Sana is the author of Cris de douleurs des profondeurs du Rhumel.   Tune in at 1:30 pm on RTS Première or visit https://lc.cx/c-RyYB #algérie #guerredalgerie #fln #coloniesuisse #setif #RTS Photo of some GPRA members at Cointrin, including Taïeb Boulahrouf on the right (copyright André Gazut)