Sonja Biserko on the 10th Anniversary of the UN COI on Human Rights in North Korea The Committee for Human Rights in North Korea 2024-02-01 | On February 7, 2014, the United Nations Commission of Inquiry (COI) on the situation of human rights in the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea completed its final report.To mark the 10th anniversary of the COI's report, HRNK is sharing remarks and reflections from officials and leading experts.Today, we are sharing remarks from Sonja Biserko, the Founder & President of the Helsinki Committee for Human Rights in Serbia and a Member of the UN COI.The report of the UN COI is available at: ohchr.org/en/hr-bodies/hrc/co-idprk/commission-inquiryon-h-rin-dprk#northkorea #humanrights #unitednations
[ICKS Annual Conference] The Committee for Human Rights in North Korea 2024-10-01 | On Wednesday, September 25, the International Council on Korean Studies (ICKS), The Hudson Institute, The New Institute, HRNK, and Pacific Forum co-hosted the annual ICKS conference. Centered on U.S.-South Korea-Japan cooperation, the conference featured three panels, addressing human rights, North Korean proliferation of instability and violence, and trilateral cooperation. The conference was hosted by The Hudson Institute.#humanrights #northkorea #kimjongun
Decade After the UN COI Report: Michael Kirby on North Koreas Human Rights Landscape The Committee for Human Rights in North Korea 2024-09-04 | In this profound interview with HRNK's Executive Director Greg Scarlatoiu, Justice Michael Kirby, former Justice of the High Court of Australia and lead investigator of the 2014 UN Commission of Inquiry into Human Rights in North Korea, reflects on the enduring challenges and scant progress in North Korea's human rights issues a decade after the landmark report. Kirby discusses the unchanged and deteriorating conditions in North Korea, the complexities of international intervention, and the intertwined nature of human rights and global security.#HumanRights #NorthKorea #MichaelKirby #UNCOI #JusticeForNK #GlobalSecurity #HRNK #InternationalLaw #CrimesAgainstHumanity #GlobalJustice
Life Sentences in North Korea: The Shocking Reality of Kwan-li-so Camps The Committee for Human Rights in North Korea 2024-08-26 | Imagine being imprisoned for life without trial—along with your entire family. In North Korea's Kwan-li-so camps, generations are condemned to hard labor and isolation for perceived political offenses. This video uncovers the brutal reality of North Korea's collective punishment system and the unimaginable suffering of those trapped within. Learn more about the atrocities hidden from the world. #HumanRights#NorthKorea #HumanRights #PoliticalPrisoners #KwanLiSo #CollectivePunishment #Justice #Freedom #GlobalIssues #FamilySeparation #SpeakOut
Uncover the Truth: Who Are North Koreas Prisoners? The Committee for Human Rights in North Korea 2024-08-17 | In North Korea, thousands are imprisoned for "crimes" that defy international norms—listening to foreign broadcasts, practicing religion, or even leaving dust on Kim Il-sung's picture. This video exposes the shocking reasons behind their imprisonment and sheds light on the oppressive regime's control over its people. Watch to understand the depth of human rights violations in North Korea.#NorthKorea #HumanRights #PoliticalPrisoners #KimIlSung #HRNK #SocialJustice #Freedom #Humanity #Awareness #GlobalIssues
[What is Camp 14? Inside North Koreas Kwan-li-so] The Committee for Human Rights in North Korea 2024-08-06 | Explore the harsh realities of Camp 14 in North Korea. Discover the lives of prisoners subjected to forced labor and the brutal conditions of Kwan-li-so. Learn about the Ministry of State Security’s role and the estimated 15,000 prisoners confined in this infamous prison.#NorthKorea #Camp14 #KwanLiSo #PoliticalPrison #HumanRights #ForcedLabor #KaechonKun #PrisonCamp #SurvivalStories
[Kim Yo-jong: North Koreas Powerful Attack Dog | Leading Ladies of the North] The Committee for Human Rights in North Korea 2024-07-30 | Discover Kim Yo-jong, Kim Jong-un's influential sister and possible successor. From her education in Switzerland to her key roles in North Korea's government, learn how she shapes the regime's image and policy. Watch now to understand her impact and the controversy surrounding her.#KimYoJong #NorthKorea #LeadingLadiesOfTheNorth #HRNK
What Lies Beneath: Hyon Song-wols Journey in Kim Jong-uns Inner Circle The Committee for Human Rights in North Korea 2024-07-22 | 🚨 Uncover the dark truth behind Hyon Song-wol, the pop star turned propaganda tool in North Korea. Her story is one of manipulation and power, far from the glitz and glamour. #HyonSongwol #NorthKorea #DarkTruth #Propaganda
[Meet North Koreas Famous Newscaster: Ri Chun-hi] The Committee for Human Rights in North Korea 2024-07-17 | 🌟 Welcome back to Leading Ladies of the North! Today, we delve into the fascinating life of Ri Chun-hi, North Korea’s most famous newscaster. 🌟Born into poverty in 1943, Ri rose to prominence due to her loyalty to the Party and dependence on the state. Her journey from a drama major at Pyongyang University to the iconic face of state-run KCTV in 1971 showcases the intersection of politics and media in North Korea. Known as Kim Jong-un’s “bugler,” Ri’s dramatic speaking style serves as a tool for the regime, impacting the flow of information and the human rights of North Koreans.#northkorea #RiChunhi #HumanRights #FreeSpeech #Propaganda #KimJongUn #Media #InformationFreedom #LeadingLadies
Why July 14th is Now North Korean Escapees Day! #NorthKoreanEscapeesDay #HumanRights #SouthKorea The Committee for Human Rights in North Korea 2024-07-15 | 🌟 Did you know? Starting this year, July 14th is officially "North Korean Escapees Day" in South Korea! 🌟This holiday celebrates and supports North Korean escapees, recognizing their struggles and resilience. It includes memorial events and forums for human rights improvements in North Korea.Core Themes:Inclusion and support for escapeesHuman rights for all North KoreansFostering a unified Korean identity#NorthKoreanEscapeesDay #HumanRights #SouthKorea #Freedom #Inclusion #Resilience #NewBeginning #KoreanUnity
[Meet Ri Sol-ju: North Koreas First Lady and Kim Jong-uns Wife | Leading Ladies of the North] The Committee for Human Rights in North Korea 2024-07-09 | Discover the intriguing story of Ri Sol-ju, North Korea's First Lady and wife of Kim Jong-un. From her public debut in 2012 to her elevated status in 2018, Ri's presence aims to soften Kim's image while upholding the regime's facade. Join us on Leading Ladies of the North as we delve into her life and role within North Korea's elite. #northkorea #RiSolju #KimJongUn #LeadingLadies #HRNK
North Koreas Political Prison Camp ,Kwan-Li-So No. 18 (PukChang) The Committee for Human Rights in North Korea 2024-07-01 | On June 20, 2024, HRNK hosted the virtual launch of its latest report, highlighting the ongoing human suffering in North Korea's detention facilities through satellite imagery analysis and former detainee testimonies.The event featured a presentation by Joseph S. Bermudez Jr., Senior Adviser & Imagery Analyst at HRNK. Following the presentation, remarks were given by Raymond Ha, Director of Operations & Research at HRNK, and the discussion was moderated by Greg Scarlatoiu, Executive Director at HRNK.The report, along with all other HRNK publications, is available to view at hrnk.org/publications/hrnk-publications.php
[The Hidden Cost of Power: The Plight of Women in North Korea] #hiddentruths #lifeinnorthkorea The Committee for Human Rights in North Korea 2024-07-01 | Unveiling the Truth: Women in North Korea's Harsh Realities" - Tap into the untold stories of women under Kim Jong-un's regime.
Women in North Korea: Increased Visibility, But No Real Change! The Committee for Human Rights in North Korea 2024-06-24 | Discover how Kim Jong-un has placed more women in leadership roles without altering the core policies of the regime. Dive into the intricate dynamics of gender roles in North Korea.#NorthKorea #WomenInLeadership #HRNK #ConfucianValues #KimJongUn #GenderRoles #DPRKRevealed
The Surprising Reason Riding a Bike Together is Banned in North Korea! The Committee for Human Rights in North Korea 2024-06-18 | Discover the unusual story behind North Korea's ban on riding bicycles together. A moment of discontent from Kim Jong-il turned everyday commuting into a challenge for many. Watch more surprising facts in our series "DPRK Revealed: What You Didn't Know!"Image by Lawrence Yeah via Flickr / CC BY-NC-ND 2.0Image by North Korea Travel via Flickr / CC BY-SA 2.0Image by Roman Harak via Flickr / CC BY-SA 2.0#hiddentruths #lifeinnorthkorea #DPRKRevealed #NorthKorea #DPRK #BizarreLaws #HumanRights
Printing = Prison: Why Owning a Printer is a Crime in North Korea! The Committee for Human Rights in North Korea 2024-06-10 | Dive into another shocking episode of 'DPRK Revealed: What You Didn't Know!' Today, we uncover a bizarre truth where owning a simple printer could land you in a North Korean prison. Why are printers banned? Discover how these everyday items are viewed as threats by one of the world’s most secretive regimes. Subscribe and hit the bell for weekly insights into the hidden realities of life in North Korea.Produced and Edited By Doohyun Kim#LifeinNorthKorea #DPRKsecrets #NorthKoreacensorship #'DPRKRevealed #printer
Slaves to the Bomb: The Role and Fate of North Koreas Nuclear Scientists The Committee for Human Rights in North Korea 2024-06-04 | On May 17, 2024, HRNK hosted the launch of its latest report, "Slaves to the Bomb: The Role and Fate of North Korea's Nuclear Scientists" by Robert Collins, at the DACOR Bacon House in Washington, D.C.The event opened with a keynote address by Amb. Julie Turner, the U.S. Special Envoy for North Korean Human Rights Issues. Following a presentation by the author, Robert Collins, Amb. Robert Joseph (HRNK Board Co-vice-chair), Col. David Maxwell (HRNK Board Member), and Dr. George Hutchinson (ICKS Board Member) gave remarks.The discussion was moderated by Greg Scarlatoiu, HRNK Executive Director.00:09 - Keynote Address by Amb. Julie Turner10:13 - Presentation of report by Robert Collins24:10 - Comments by Amb. Robert Joseph38:12 - Comments by Col. David Maxwell58:35 - Comments by Dr. George Hutchinson1:06:58 - Panel Discussion1:21:43 - Audience Q&AThe report, along with all other HRNK publications, is available to view at hrnk.org/publications/hrnk-publications.php.
[The Deadly Risk of Watching Movies in North Korea] The Committee for Human Rights in North Korea 2024-06-03 | 🚫🎥 The Forbidden Films of North Korea: Discover the Harsh Reality Behind Watching a Movie 🎬 Produced and Edited by Doohyun KimCredits:Images and footage sourced from KBS News. Watch the original content here: youtube.com/watch?v=OiStdHQvFmI#DPRKRevealed #HumanRights #HiddenTruths #NorthKorea
From Defection to Policy Advocacy: A Unified Voice on North Korean Human Rights The Committee for Human Rights in North Korea 2024-05-28 | On May 21, 2024, the International Republican Institute (IRI) and the Committee for Human Rights in North Korea (HRNK) hosted ROK National Assembly Representative Ji Seong-ho for a conversation on his global advocacy of North Korean human rights, insights into what South Korea’s recent National Assembly election will mean for North-South Korea relations, and how the international community can work to ensure North Korea’s threat to global security remains contained.Rep. Ji was joined in conversation by Greg Scarlatoiu, HRNK Executive Director. Erica Kim, IRI's Senior Operations Manager for the Asia-Pacific, moderated the discussion. The event was held at IRI's Reagan Events Center in Washington, D.C.This recording is provided courtesy of IRI.
Minister Kim Yung-ho on the 10th Anniversary of the UN COI on Human Rights in N. Korea The Committee for Human Rights in North Korea 2024-03-18 | On March 17, 2014, the United Nations Commission of Inquiry (COI) on the situation of human rights in the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea presented its report to the UN Human Rights Council.To mark the 10th anniversary of the COI report, HRNK has shared remarks and reflections from officials, leading experts, and North Korean escapees since early February.As the final video in this series, we are sharing remarks by Minister Kim Yung-ho, the Republic of Korea's Minister of Unification. This recording is provided courtesy of the Ministry of Unification.The report of the UN COI is available at: ohchr.org/en/hr-bodies/hrc/co-idprk/commission-inquiryon-h-rin-dprk#northkorea #humanrights #unitednations
MEP Assita Kanko on the 10th Anniversary of the UN COI on Human Rights in N. Korea The Committee for Human Rights in North Korea 2024-03-15 | On February 17, 2014, the United Nations Commission of Inquiry (COI) on the situation of human rights in the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea released its report.To mark the 10th anniversary of the COI's report, HRNK is sharing remarks and reflections from officials, leading experts, and North Korean escapees.Today, we are sharing remarks by MEP Assita Kanko, a Belgian member of the European Parliament. This recording is provided courtesy of MEP Kanko's office.The report of the UN COI is available at: ohchr.org/en/hr-bodies/hrc/co-idprk/commission-inquiryon-h-rin-dprk#northkorea #humanrights #unitednations
Amb. Delphine Borione on the 10th Anniversary of the UN COI on Human Rights in N. Korea The Committee for Human Rights in North Korea 2024-03-14 | On February 17, 2014, the United Nations Commission of Inquiry (COI) on the situation of human rights in the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea released its report.To mark the 10th anniversary of the COI's report, HRNK is sharing remarks and reflections from officials, leading experts, and North Korean escapees.Today, we are sharing remarks by Ambassador Delphine Borione, France's Ambassador for Human Rights.The report of the UN COI is available at: ohchr.org/en/hr-bodies/hrc/co-idprk/commission-inquiryon-h-rin-dprk#northkorea #humanrights #unitednations
Amb. Jung-Hoon Lee on the 10th Anniversary of the UN COI on Human Rights in N. Korea The Committee for Human Rights in North Korea 2024-03-13 | On February 17, 2014, the United Nations Commission of Inquiry (COI) on the situation of human rights in the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea released its report.To mark the 10th anniversary of the COI's report, HRNK is sharing remarks and reflections from officials, leading experts, and North Korean escapees.Today, we are sharing remarks by Ambassador Jung-Hoon Lee, a former Ambassador-at-Large for North Korean Human Rights for the Republic of Korea.The report of the UN COI is available at: ohchr.org/en/hr-bodies/hrc/co-idprk/commission-inquiryon-h-rin-dprk#northkorea #humanrights #unitednations
MEP Reinhard Bütikofer on the 10th Anniversary of the UN COI on Human Rights in N. Korea The Committee for Human Rights in North Korea 2024-03-12 | On February 17, 2014, the United Nations Commission of Inquiry (COI) on the situation of human rights in the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea released its report.To mark the 10th anniversary of the COI's report, HRNK is sharing remarks and reflections from officials, leading experts, and North Korean escapees.Today, we are sharing remarks by MEP Reinhard Bütikofer, a German member of the European Parliament who serves as the Chair of the European Parliament's Delegation for Relations with the People's Republic of China.This recording is provided courtesy of MEP Bütikofer's office.The report of the UN COI is available at: ohchr.org/en/hr-bodies/hrc/co-idprk/commission-inquiryon-h-rin-dprk#northkorea #humanrights #unitednations
UN Special Rapporteur Reem Alsalem on International Womens Day The Committee for Human Rights in North Korea 2024-03-08 | To mark International Women's Day, HRNK would like to share a message from Ms. Reem Alsalem, the UN Special Rapporteur on violence against women and girls.This day reminds us of the urgent need to address the systemic issues that undermine the fundamental rights and dignity of North Korean women. As Special Rapporteur Alsalem emphasizes, "we must continue to amplify their voices and needs for protection and human rights."On International Women's Day, North Korea's women are not forgotten.
Jihyun Park on the 10th Anniversary of the UN COI on Human Rights in N. Korea The Committee for Human Rights in North Korea 2024-03-07 | On February 17, 2014, the United Nations Commission of Inquiry (COI) on the situation of human rights in the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea released its report.To mark the 10th anniversary of the COI's report, HRNK is sharing remarks and reflections from officials, leading experts, and North Korean escapees.Today, we are sharing remarks by Jihyun Park, a North Korean refugee in the UK who is a human rights activist and the author of "The Hard Road Out."The report of the UN COI is available at: ohchr.org/en/hr-bodies/hrc/co-idprk/commission-inquiryon-h-rin-dprk#northkorea #humanrights #unitednations
Joseph Kim on the 10th Anniversary of the UN COI on Human Rights in N. Korea The Committee for Human Rights in North Korea 2024-03-06 | On February 17, 2014, the United Nations Commission of Inquiry (COI) on the situation of human rights in the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea released its report.To mark the 10th anniversary of the COI's report, HRNK is sharing remarks and reflections from officials, leading experts, and North Korean escapees.Today, we are sharing remarks by Joseph Kim, a Program Manager at the George W. Bush Institute.The report of the UN COI is available at: ohchr.org/en/hr-bodies/hrc/co-idprk/commission-inquiryon-h-rin-dprk#northkorea #humanrights #unitednations
Timothy Cho on the 10th Anniversary of the UN COI on Human Rights in N. Korea The Committee for Human Rights in North Korea 2024-03-01 | On February 17, 2014, the United Nations Commission of Inquiry (COI) on the situation of human rights in the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea released its report.To mark the 10th anniversary of the COI's report, HRNK is sharing remarks and reflections from officials, leading experts, and North Korean escapees.Today, we are sharing remarks by Timothy Cho, Co-Secretariat of the UK All-Party Parliamentary Group on North Korea.The report of the UN COI is available at: ohchr.org/en/hr-bodies/hrc/co-idprk/commission-inquiryon-h-rin-dprk#northkorea #humanrights #unitednations
MEP Bert-Jan Ruissen on the 10th Anniversary of the UN COI on Human Rights in N. Korea The Committee for Human Rights in North Korea 2024-02-29 | On February 17, 2014, the United Nations Commission of Inquiry (COI) on the situation of human rights in the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea released its report.To mark the 10th anniversary of the COI's report, HRNK is sharing remarks and reflections from officials, leading experts, and North Korean escapees.Today, we are sharing remarks by MEP Bert-Jan Ruissen, a Dutch member of the European Parliament. This recording is provided courtesy of MEP Ruissen's office.The report of the UN COI is available at: ohchr.org/en/hr-bodies/hrc/co-idprk/commission-inquiryon-h-rin-dprk#northkorea #humanrights #unitednations
Doohyun Kim on the 10th Anniversary of the UN COI on Human Rights in N. Korea The Committee for Human Rights in North Korea 2024-02-28 | On February 17, 2014, the United Nations Commission of Inquiry (COI) on the situation of human rights in the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea released its report.To mark the 10th anniversary of the COI's report, HRNK is sharing remarks and reflections from officials, leading experts, and North Korean escapees.Today, we are sharing remarks by Doohyun Kim, HRNK's Social Media Associate.The report of the UN COI is available at: ohchr.org/en/hr-bodies/hrc/co-idprk/commission-inquiryon-h-rin-dprk#northkorea #humanrights #unitednations
MEP Anna Fotyga on the 10th Anniversary of the UN COI on Human Rights in N. Korea The Committee for Human Rights in North Korea 2024-02-27 | On February 17, 2014, the United Nations Commission of Inquiry (COI) on the situation of human rights in the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea released its report.To mark the 10th anniversary of the COI's report, HRNK is sharing remarks and reflections from officials and leading experts.Today, we are sharing remarks by MEP Anna Fotyga, a Polish Member of the European Parliament and a former Minister of Foreign Affairs of Poland. This video, recorded in mid-February, is provided courtesy of MEP Fotyga's office.The report of the UN COI is available at: ohchr.org/en/hr-bodies/hrc/co-idprk/commission-inquiryon-h-rin-dprk#northkorea #humanrights #unitednations
The UN COI Report, A Decade Later: Problems, Prospects, Recommendations The Committee for Human Rights in North Korea 2024-02-26 | This HRNK event, held on February 7, 2024, featured esteemed speakers including Amb. Julie Turner (the U.S. Special Envoy for N. Korean Human Rights), The Honorable Roberta Cohen, and Ambassador Robert King, along with special recorded remarks from Amb. Lee Shin-wha (the Republic of Korea's Ambassador-at-Large for Int'l Cooperation on N. Korean Human Rights), The Honorable Michael Kirby, and Sonja Biserko.(03:25) Keynote address: Amb. Julie Turner(12:50) Panel discussion: Amb. Robert King(33:24) Panel discussion: The Hon. Roberta Cohen(46:14) Q&A SessionThe recorded remarks can be viewed on HRNK's YouTube channel:- Amb. Lee Shin-wha: youtu.be/Fy4MiKxyDzg- The Hon. Michael Kirby: youtu.be/xPxkR0GVGk8- Sonja Biserko: youtu.be/woBZiAIyIQwDive into an in-depth discussion on the ongoing challenges, prospects, and recommendations for addressing human rights issues in North Korea. To learn more about North Korean human rights, here are some good starter resources, written by HRNK researchers: hrnk.org/publications/hrnk-publications.phpYou can subscribe to HRNK’s newsletter through our website: hrnk.org#humanrights #NorthKorea #UNCOIReport #HRNK
Amb. Maria Castillo Fernandez on the 10th Anniversary of the UN COI on Human Rights in N. Korea The Committee for Human Rights in North Korea 2024-02-23 | On February 17, 2014, the United Nations Commission of Inquiry (COI) on the situation of human rights in the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea released its report.To mark the 10th anniversary of the COI's report, HRNK is sharing remarks and reflections from officials and leading experts.Today, we are sharing remarks by Ambassador Maria Castillo-Fernandez, the Ambassador of the European Union to the Republic of Korea. This recording is provided courtesy of the Delegation of the European Union to the Republic of Korea.The report of the UN COI is available at: ohchr.org/en/hr-bodies/hrc/co-idprk/commission-inquiryon-h-rin-dprk#northkorea #humanrights #unitednations
Amb. Bronte Moules on the 10th Anniversary of the UN COI on Human Rights in N. Korea The Committee for Human Rights in North Korea 2024-02-22 | On February 17, 2014, the United Nations Commission of Inquiry (COI) on the situation of human rights in the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea released its report.To mark the 10th anniversary of the COI's report, HRNK is sharing remarks and reflections from officials and leading experts.Today, we are sharing remarks by Ambassador Bronte Moules, Australia's Ambassador for Human Rights.The report of the UN COI is available at: ohchr.org/en/hr-bodies/hrc/co-idprk/commission-inquiryon-h-rin-dprk#northkorea #humanrights #unitednations
Lord David Alton on the 10th Anniversary of the UN COI on Human Rights in N. Korea The Committee for Human Rights in North Korea 2024-02-21 | On February 7, 2014, the United Nations Commission of Inquiry (COI) on the situation of human rights in the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea completed its final report.To mark the 10th anniversary of the COI's report, HRNK is sharing remarks and reflections from officials and leading experts.Today, we are sharing remarks by Lord David Alton, the Co-Chair of the All-Party Parliamentary Group on North Korea in the UK Parliament.The report of the UN COI is available at: ohchr.org/en/hr-bodies/hrc/co-idprk/commission-inquiryon-h-rin-dprk#northkorea #humanrights #unitednations
MEP Rasa Juknevičienė on the 10th Anniversary of the UN COI on N. Korean Human Rights The Committee for Human Rights in North Korea 2024-02-20 | On February 7, 2014, the United Nations Commission of Inquiry (COI) on the situation of human rights in the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea completed its final report.To mark the 10th anniversary of the COI's report, HRNK is sharing remarks and reflections from officials and leading experts.Today, we are sharing remarks by MEP Rasa Juknevičienė, a Lithuanian Member of the European Parliament who previously served as the Minister of Defense of Lithuania.The report of the UN COI is available at: ohchr.org/en/hr-bodies/hrc/co-idprk/commission-inquiryon-h-rin-dprk#northkorea #humanrights #unitednations
MEP Michiel Hoogeveen on the 10th Anniversary of the UN COI on Human Rights in N. Korea The Committee for Human Rights in North Korea 2024-02-16 | On February 7, 2014, the United Nations Commission of Inquiry (COI) on the situation of human rights in the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea completed its final report.To mark the 10th anniversary of the COI's report, HRNK is sharing remarks and reflections from officials and leading experts.Today, we are sharing remarks by MEP Michiel Hoogeveen. The recording is provided courtesy of MEP Hoogeveen's office.The report of the UN COI is available at: ohchr.org/en/hr-bodies/hrc/co-idprk/commission-inquiryon-h-rin-dprk#northkorea #humanrights #unitednations
MEP Lukas Mandl on the 10th Anniversary of the UN COI on Human Rights in N. Korea The Committee for Human Rights in North Korea 2024-02-15 | On February 7, 2014, the United Nations Commission of Inquiry (COI) on the situation of human rights in the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea completed its final report.To mark the 10th anniversary of the COI's report, HRNK is sharing remarks and reflections from officials and leading experts.Today, we are sharing remarks by MEP Lukas Mandl, the Chair of the European Parliament's Delegation for Relations with the Korean Peninsula. The recording is provided courtesy of MEP Mandl's office.The report of the UN COI is available at: ohchr.org/en/hr-bodies/hrc/co-idprk/commission-inquiryon-h-rin-dprk#northkorea #humanrights #unitednations
Special Rapporteur Tomoya Obokata on the 10th Anniversary of the UN COI on Human Rights in N. Korea The Committee for Human Rights in North Korea 2024-02-14 | On February 7, 2014, the United Nations Commission of Inquiry (COI) on the situation of human rights in the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea completed its final report.To mark the 10th anniversary of the COI's report, HRNK is sharing remarks and reflections from officials and leading experts.Today, we are sharing remarks by Professor Tomoya Obokata, the UN Special Rapporteur on contemporary forms of slavery.The report of the UN COI is available at: ohchr.org/en/hr-bodies/hrc/co-idprk/commission-inquiryon-h-rin-dprk#northkorea #humanrights #unitednations
Amb. Robert King on the 10th Anniversary of the UN COI on Human Rights in North Korea The Committee for Human Rights in North Korea 2024-02-13 | On February 7, 2014, the United Nations Commission of Inquiry (COI) on the situation of human rights in the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea completed its final report.To mark the 10th anniversary of the COI's report, HRNK is sharing remarks and reflections from officials and leading experts.Today, we are sharing remarks by Ambassador Robert King, former U.S. Special Envoy for North Korean Human Rights Issues and a Member of HRNK's Board of Directors.The report of the UN COI is available at: ohchr.org/en/hr-bodies/hrc/co-idprk/commission-inquiryon-h-rin-dprk#northkorea #humanrights #unitednations
Katrina Lantos Swett on the 10th Anniversary of the UN COI on Human Rights in North Korea The Committee for Human Rights in North Korea 2024-02-12 | On February 7, 2014, the United Nations Commission of Inquiry (COI) on the situation of human rights in the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea completed its final report.To mark the 10th anniversary of the COI's report, HRNK is sharing remarks and reflections from officials and leading experts.Today, we are sharing remarks by Dr. Katrina Lantos Swett, the Co-Chair of HRNK's Board of Directors and the President of the Lantos Foundation for Human Rights and Justice.The report of the UN COI is available at: ohchr.org/en/hr-bodies/hrc/co-idprk/commission-inquiryon-h-rin-dprk#northkorea #humanrights #unitednations
David Maxwell on the 10th Anniversary of the UN COI on Human Rights in North Korea The Committee for Human Rights in North Korea 2024-02-09 | On February 7, 2014, the United Nations Commission of Inquiry (COI) on the situation of human rights in the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea completed its final report.To mark the 10th anniversary of the COI's report, HRNK is sharing remarks and reflections from officials and leading experts.Today, we are sharing remarks by Col. David Maxwell (Ret.), Vice President of the Center for Asia Pacific Strategy (CAPS) and a Member of HRNK's Board of Directors.The report of the UN COI is available at: ohchr.org/en/hr-bodies/hrc/co-idprk/commission-inquiryon-h-rin-dprk#northkorea #humanrights #unitednations
The Sister: N. Koreas Kim Yo Jong, the Most Dangerous Woman in the World The Committee for Human Rights in North Korea 2024-02-08 | On Thursday, January 25, 2024, the Committee for Human Rights in North Korea (HRNK) hosted a conversation with Dr. Sung-Yoon Lee, author of The Sister: North Korea's Kim Yo Jong, the Most Dangerous Woman in the World.To learn more about North Korean human rights, here are some good starter resources, written by HRNK researchers: hrnk.org/publications/hrnk-publications.phpYou can subscribe to HRNK’s newsletter through our website: hrnk.org#NorthKorea #KimYojong #KimJongun
Amb. Julie Turner on the 10th Anniversary of the UN COI on Human Rights in North Korea The Committee for Human Rights in North Korea 2024-02-07 | On February 7, 2014, the United Nations Commission of Inquiry (COI) on the situation of human rights in the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea completed its final report.To mark this anniversary, HRNK is sharing remarks from Ambassador Julie Turner, the U.S. Special Envoy for North Korean Human Rights Issues. This recording is provided courtesy of the U.S. Department of State.The report of the UN COI is available at: ohchr.org/en/hr-bodies/hrc/co-idprk/commission-inquiryon-h-rin-dprk#northkorea #humanrights #unitednations
Amb. Andrew Natsios on the 10th Anniversary of the UN COI on Human Rights in North Korea The Committee for Human Rights in North Korea 2024-02-06 | On February 7, 2014, the United Nations Commission of Inquiry (COI) on the situation of human rights in the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea completed its final report.To mark the 10th anniversary of the COI's report, HRNK is sharing remarks and reflections from officials and leading experts.Today, we would like to share remarks from Ambassador Andrew Natsios, HRNK Co-Chair Emeritus.The report of the UN COI is available at: ohchr.org/en/hr-bodies/hrc/co-idprk/commission-inquiryon-h-rin-dprk#northkorea #humanrights #unitednations
Amb. Robert Joseph on the 10th Anniversary of the UN COI on Human Rights in North Korea The Committee for Human Rights in North Korea 2024-02-05 | On February 7, 2014, the United Nations Commission of Inquiry (COI) on the situation of human rights in the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea completed its final report.To mark the 10th anniversary of the COI's report, HRNK is sharing remarks and reflections from officials and leading experts.Today, we would like to share remarks from Ambassador Robert Joseph, a Member of HRNK's Board of Directors.The report of the UN COI is available at: ohchr.org/en/hr-bodies/hrc/co-idprk/commission-inquiryon-h-rin-dprk#northkorea #humanrights #unitednations
Roberta Cohen on the 10th Anniversary of the UN COI on Human Rights in N. Korea The Committee for Human Rights in North Korea 2024-02-02 | On February 7, 2014, the United Nations Commission of Inquiry (COI) on the situation of human rights in the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea completed its final report.To mark the 10th anniversary of the COI's report, HRNK is sharing remarks and reflections from officials and leading experts.Today, we are sharing remarks by The Hon. Roberta Cohen, HRNK Co-Chair Emeritus.The report of the UN COI is available at: ohchr.org/en/hr-bodies/hrc/co-idprk/commission-inquiryon-h-rin-dprk#northkorea #humanrights #unitednations
Justice Michael Kirby on the 10th Anniversary of the UN COI on Human Rights in N. Korea The Committee for Human Rights in North Korea 2024-01-31 | On February 7, 2014, the United Nations Commission of Inquiry (COI) on the situation of human rights in the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea completed its final report.To mark the 10th anniversary of the COI's report, HRNK is sharing remarks and reflections from officials and leading experts.Today, we are sharing remarks from The Honorable Michael Kirby, a former Justice of the Australian High Court who served as the Chair of the UN COI.The report of the UN COI is available at: ohchr.org/en/hr-bodies/hrc/co-idprk/commission-inquiryon-h-rin-dprk#northkorea #humanrights #unitednations
Ambassador Lee Shin-wha on the 10th Anniversary of the UN COI on Human Rights in N. Korea The Committee for Human Rights in North Korea 2024-01-30 | On February 7, 2014, the United Nations Commission of Inquiry (COI) on the situation of human rights in the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea completed its final report.To mark the 10th anniversary of the COI's report, HRNK is sharing remarks and reflections from officials and leading experts, including the members of the COI.We begin with remarks from Ambassador Lee Shin-wha, the Republic of Korea’s Ambassador-at-Large for International Cooperation on North Korean Human Rights. The recording is provided courtesy of the Republic of Korea’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs.The report of the UN COI is available at: ohchr.org/en/hr-bodies/hrc/co-idprk/commission-inquiryon-h-rin-dprk#northkorea #humanrights #unitednations
North Koreas Expanding Reach: Security, Human Rights, and Global Implications The Committee for Human Rights in North Korea 2024-01-03 | On November 29, 2023, the Committee for Human Rights in North Korea (HRNK) hosted a virtual webinar entitled "North Korea's Expanding Reach: Security, Human Rights, and Global Implications."The event convened legislators from the European Union and security & human rights experts to examine the ties between human rights violations in North Korea, its nuclear and missile programs, and its arms exports to the Middle East and Russia.00:11 - Welcoming Remarks, MEP Witold Waszczykowski03:17 - [Panel 1] Exporting Violence & Instability: Exploring the DPRK's Role in the War in Ukraine31:38 - [Panel 2] The Security-Human Rights Nexus: Proposing a Human Rights Up-Front Approach toward the DPRK1:01:48 - Q&A SessionTo learn more about North Korean human rights, here are some good starter resources, written by HRNK researchers: hrnk.org/publications/hrnk-publications.phpYou can subscribe to HRNK’s newsletter through our website: hrnk.org#NorthKorea #HumanRights #KimJongun #ukraine
