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@hrf.org's annual global conference series brings together human rights defenders worldwide to speak truth to power. 🗓️ June 1-3, 2026 🎟️ Register to attend: https://oslofreedomforum.com/event/oslo-freedom-forum-2026/off-2026-attendance-application/

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Oslo Freedom Forum (OFF) @oslofreedomforum.com · Jun 18

The 2025 #OsloFreedomForum is now in the books! In this thread, you’ll find powerful talks from dissidents, journalists, and artists who stood on the OFF stage this year.

Watch, share, and be inspired.

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Human Rights Foundation (HRF) @hrf.org · 3d

From digital censorship to political imprisonment, the College Freedom Forum "Voices of Dissent" at Rowan University spotlighted leading human rights activists of freedom and connected students with the global struggle for democracy.

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Raqib Hameed Naik speaks at “Voices of Dissent” open forum

Students and activists gathered at Rowan University this past Monday morning for Voices of Dissent, the latest one-day event of the College Freedom Forum (CFF), to confront one urgent issue: how autho...

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Oslo Freedom Forum (OFF) @oslofreedomforum.com · 9d

Think the struggle for freedom is far away? 🌍

Come for the stories, stay for the inspiration, and leave with a mission. The College Freedom Forum is coming to Rowan University on Oct. 6.

Don't miss your chance to attend.

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Oslo Freedom Forum (OFF) @oslofreedomforum.com · 20d

Maradiaga offers a firsthand look at what happens when power goes unchecked and why the fight for democracy in Nicaragua is far from over.

Watch his full talk: www.youtube.com/watch?v=mRpw...

Félix Maradiaga || 2025 College Freedom Forum, Tufts University

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Oslo Freedom Forum (OFF) @oslofreedomforum.com · 20d

Nicaraguan human rights advocate Félix Maradiaga spoke at the 2025 College Freedom Forum at Tufts University about his imprisonment under the Ortega regime and how authoritarian governments use arbitrary detention to silence dissent and instill fear.

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Oslo Freedom Forum (OFF) @oslofreedomforum.com · 23d

In this high-stakes debate, experts argued both for and against the effectiveness of sanctions, unpacking one of foreign policy’s most complex and contested tools.

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Live Debate: Are Sanctions An Effective Policy Tool?

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Oslo Freedom Forum (OFF) @oslofreedomforum.com · 23d

Are Sanctions an Effective Policy Tool?

As authoritarian regimes expand their reach, democratic governments often turn to economic sanctions as a response. But are sanctions effective in deterring repression & changing regime behavior, or do they risk harming civilians while entrenching dictators?

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Oslo Freedom Forum (OFF) @oslofreedomforum.com · 24d

Her story inspires students to engage with the ongoing fight for democracy and human rights worldwide.

Watch her full talk: www.youtube.com/watch?v=HzNP...

DJ Switch || 2025 College Freedom Forum, Tufts University

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Oslo Freedom Forum (OFF) @oslofreedomforum.com · 24d

Nigerian artist and #EndSARS activist DJ Switch shares her powerful journey, from leading protests and surviving police brutality to living in exile, in a virtual talk at the 2025 College Freedom Forum at Tufts University.

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Oslo Freedom Forum (OFF) @oslofreedomforum.com · 26d

As the daughter of imprisoned economist Ilham Tohti, she calls for international accountability and inspires students to take action in the fight for human rights.

Watch her full talk: www.youtube.com/watch?v=7pbL...

Jewher Ilham || 2025 College Freedom Forum, Tufts University

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Oslo Freedom Forum (OFF) @oslofreedomforum.com · 26d

At the 2025 College Freedom Forum at Tufts University, Uyghur rights advocate and author Jewher Ilham sheds light on the complicity of global fashion brands in Uyghur forced labor.

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Oslo Freedom Forum (OFF) @oslofreedomforum.com · 27d

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Parit “Itim” Wacharasindhu | 93 Years and Counting

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Oslo Freedom Forum (OFF) @oslofreedomforum.com · 27d

Parit Wacharasindhu, a Thai opposition politician, sheds light on how coups, military influence, and elite interests silence the people’s voice. In this powerful talk at the 2025 Oslo Freedom Forum, he calls for structural reform, civic courage, and true accountability for democracy to thrive.

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Oslo Freedom Forum (OFF) @oslofreedomforum.com · Sep 5

This is more than a story - it’s a call to action for justice, truth, and human dignity.

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Nyrola Elimä | Endless Exodus

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Oslo Freedom Forum (OFF) @oslofreedomforum.com · Sep 5

Independent journalist & researcher Nyrola Elimä shares a powerful firsthand account of life in the Uyghur homeland under China’s oppressive surveillance state. Her work follows the journey of Uyghur refugees worldwide, shining a light on hidden human rights abuses.

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Oslo Freedom Forum (OFF) @oslofreedomforum.com · Sep 3

Iraqi human rights advocate and founder of Ideas Beyond Borders, Faisal Al Mutar, spoke at the 2025 College Freedom Forum at Tufts University on why democratic values must be taught, not imposed.

Watch his full talk: www.youtube.com/watch?v=mfB7...

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Oslo Freedom Forum (OFF) @oslofreedomforum.com · Sep 2

At the 2025 Oslo Freedom Forum, she shares why she refuses to be silenced in the fight for democracy and human rights.

Watch her full talk: youtube.com/watch?v=8lNH...

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Oslo Freedom Forum (OFF) @oslofreedomforum.com · Sep 2

"Tanzania belongs to its people, not to those who terrorize them."

Maria Sarungi Tsehai, a Tanzanian human rights activist and journalist, exposes a chilling campaign of repression by the Tanzanian government.

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Oslo Freedom Forum (OFF) @oslofreedomforum.com · Aug 29

Lobsang Sangay, former president of the Tibetan government, spoke at the 2025 College Freedom Forum at Tufts University about the CCP's occupation of Tibet and its ties to natural resource exploitation.

Watch his full talk: www.youtube.com/watch?v=wF8p...

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Oslo Freedom Forum (OFF) @oslofreedomforum.com · Aug 20

Venezuelan opposition activist, Pedro Urruchurtu, spent over a year trapped in the Argentinian embassy in Caracas, surrounded by Nicolás Maduro’s forces.

He shares his emotional journey of defiance against Venezuela’s dictatorship at the 2025 Oslo Freedom Forum.

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Oslo Freedom Forum (OFF) @oslofreedomforum.com · Aug 13

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Venancio Mondlane | Mozambique’s People’s President

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Oslo Freedom Forum (OFF) @oslofreedomforum.com · Aug 13

Democratic opposition leader Venâncio Mondlane reveals the truth behind Mozambique’s rigged elections, exposing state corruption, political violence, and the looting of natural resources in his country.

It’s time for the world to stand with Mozambique in the fight for democracy, justice, and hope.

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Oslo Freedom Forum (OFF) @oslofreedomforum.com · Aug 8

"The truth is a fire that no regime can extinguish."

Human rights activist Samady Ou shares his urgent story about the generational toll of authoritarianism in Cambodia and a powerful call to end impunity and reclaim freedom for all Cambodians.

Hear his full talk: www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fwou...

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Oslo Freedom Forum (OFF) @oslofreedomforum.com · Aug 7

Join us at the 2026 Oslo Freedom Forum for a unique opportunity to engage in insightful dialogues, fireside chats, hands-on workshops, and more: oslofreedomforum.com/event/oslo-f...

OFF 2026 Attendance Application

Apply to attend the 2026 Oslo Freedom Forum, June 1–3, in Oslo, Norway.

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Oslo Freedom Forum (OFF) @oslofreedomforum.com · Aug 7

"In the Shadows: Gendered Violence Under Authoritarian Rule,” a panel hosted at the 2025 #OsloFF, unified courageous women's rights defenders from around the world to share how they confront gender-based & conflict-related sexual violence while fighting for justice, protection, & lasting healing.

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Oslo Freedom Forum (OFF) @oslofreedomforum.com · Jul 30

Join HRF in amplifying the voices of the brave advocates combating human trafficking worldwide.

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