Centre for Human Rights
@upchr.bsky.social
The Centre for Human Rights is an academic department and a non-governmental organisation that works towards human rights education in Africa.
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The Centre for Human Rights, University of Pretoria invites applications for the Christof Heyns Human Rights Scholarship, established in honour of the late Prof Christof Heyns and his lifelong commitment to human rights education and excellence.
📅 Closing date: 26 January 2026
📅 Closing date: 26 January 2026
January 15, 2026 at 7:05 AM
The Centre for Human Rights, University of Pretoria invites applications for the Christof Heyns Human Rights Scholarship, established in honour of the late Prof Christof Heyns and his lifelong commitment to human rights education and excellence.
📅 Closing date: 26 January 2026
📅 Closing date: 26 January 2026
[Call for Applications]
Apply for the Sexual Minority Rights course hosted by @upchr.bsky.social, taking place from 23–27 February 2026. The course explores how law, policy, and advocacy can be used to challenge discrimination and advance equality for all.
www.chr.up.ac.za/courses/ahrc...
Apply for the Sexual Minority Rights course hosted by @upchr.bsky.social, taking place from 23–27 February 2026. The course explores how law, policy, and advocacy can be used to challenge discrimination and advance equality for all.
www.chr.up.ac.za/courses/ahrc...
January 14, 2026 at 10:42 AM
[Call for Applications]
Apply for the Sexual Minority Rights course hosted by @upchr.bsky.social, taking place from 23–27 February 2026. The course explores how law, policy, and advocacy can be used to challenge discrimination and advance equality for all.
www.chr.up.ac.za/courses/ahrc...
Apply for the Sexual Minority Rights course hosted by @upchr.bsky.social, taking place from 23–27 February 2026. The course explores how law, policy, and advocacy can be used to challenge discrimination and advance equality for all.
www.chr.up.ac.za/courses/ahrc...
The Centre for Human Rights, Faculty of Law, University of Pretoria invites applications for a one week intensive short course on Sexual Minority Rights, taking place 23 – 27 Feb 2026 in a hybrid format.
For more information please visit: www.chr.up.ac.za/courses/ahrc...
For more information please visit: www.chr.up.ac.za/courses/ahrc...
Advanced Human Rights Course: Sexual Minority Rights in Africa
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January 7, 2026 at 11:41 AM
The Centre for Human Rights, Faculty of Law, University of Pretoria invites applications for a one week intensive short course on Sexual Minority Rights, taking place 23 – 27 Feb 2026 in a hybrid format.
For more information please visit: www.chr.up.ac.za/courses/ahrc...
For more information please visit: www.chr.up.ac.za/courses/ahrc...
The influencer may be the face, but they’re rarely the final decision maker. Belinda Matore breaks down the power structures behind influencer culture and asks whether “safety influencers” could reclaim digital spaces for peace, accountability and human rights.
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Op-Ed: The hidden hands - Who truly shapes the influencer’s message?
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January 7, 2026 at 7:18 AM
The influencer may be the face, but they’re rarely the final decision maker. Belinda Matore breaks down the power structures behind influencer culture and asks whether “safety influencers” could reclaim digital spaces for peace, accountability and human rights.
www.chr.up.ac.za/opinion-piec...
www.chr.up.ac.za/opinion-piec...
[News]
On 22 Nov 2025, @upchr.bsky.social held a workshop to strengthen child participation in development frameworks. The event brought together gov, CSOs and children to establish a Child Leadership Team for Lesotho as part of the Global Campus network.
Read more: ultrashort.info/PhA6p7
On 22 Nov 2025, @upchr.bsky.social held a workshop to strengthen child participation in development frameworks. The event brought together gov, CSOs and children to establish a Child Leadership Team for Lesotho as part of the Global Campus network.
Read more: ultrashort.info/PhA6p7
November 25, 2025 at 7:39 AM
[News]
On 22 Nov 2025, @upchr.bsky.social held a workshop to strengthen child participation in development frameworks. The event brought together gov, CSOs and children to establish a Child Leadership Team for Lesotho as part of the Global Campus network.
Read more: ultrashort.info/PhA6p7
On 22 Nov 2025, @upchr.bsky.social held a workshop to strengthen child participation in development frameworks. The event brought together gov, CSOs and children to establish a Child Leadership Team for Lesotho as part of the Global Campus network.
Read more: ultrashort.info/PhA6p7
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📚 National Conference on the Privatization of #Education in #Kenya
📅 12 November 2025
🕗 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. EAT | 6:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. CET
🌍 In-person & Virtual Event
🔗 Register to attend virtually: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
📅 12 November 2025
🕗 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. EAT | 6:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. CET
🌍 In-person & Virtual Event
🔗 Register to attend virtually: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
Registration Form for participating in the National Conference on Privatization of education in Kenya, scheduled for 12th November 2025.
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November 11, 2025 at 3:32 PM
📚 National Conference on the Privatization of #Education in #Kenya
📅 12 November 2025
🕗 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. EAT | 6:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. CET
🌍 In-person & Virtual Event
🔗 Register to attend virtually: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
📅 12 November 2025
🕗 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. EAT | 6:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. CET
🌍 In-person & Virtual Event
🔗 Register to attend virtually: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
@upchr.bsky.social, and @unesco.org, invites you to the first Social Media 4 Peace webinar on the foundations of content governance and Digital Rights.
Register on zoom: www.chr.up.ac.za/latest-news/4231-invitation-social-media-4-peace-sm4p-webinar-series-on-content-governance-and-digital-rights
Register on zoom: www.chr.up.ac.za/latest-news/4231-invitation-social-media-4-peace-sm4p-webinar-series-on-content-governance-and-digital-rights
Invitation: Social Media 4 Peace (SM4P) Webinar Series on Content Governance and Digital Rights
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November 12, 2025 at 11:17 AM
@upchr.bsky.social, and @unesco.org, invites you to the first Social Media 4 Peace webinar on the foundations of content governance and Digital Rights.
Register on zoom: www.chr.up.ac.za/latest-news/4231-invitation-social-media-4-peace-sm4p-webinar-series-on-content-governance-and-digital-rights
Register on zoom: www.chr.up.ac.za/latest-news/4231-invitation-social-media-4-peace-sm4p-webinar-series-on-content-governance-and-digital-rights
Join @upchr.bsky.social, Open Society Foundations, and Pan-African Parliament for the Third Civil Society Parliamentary Dialogue on 8 Nov 2025 in Midrand South Africa.
RSVP:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1mmXgq0SR5QEmvBDdYsUPxWZFsmaZDdRXecJ6cYiAVWQ/edit#responses
RSVP:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1mmXgq0SR5QEmvBDdYsUPxWZFsmaZDdRXecJ6cYiAVWQ/edit#responses
November 6, 2025 at 12:32 PM
Join @upchr.bsky.social, Open Society Foundations, and Pan-African Parliament for the Third Civil Society Parliamentary Dialogue on 8 Nov 2025 in Midrand South Africa.
RSVP:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1mmXgq0SR5QEmvBDdYsUPxWZFsmaZDdRXecJ6cYiAVWQ/edit#responses
RSVP:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1mmXgq0SR5QEmvBDdYsUPxWZFsmaZDdRXecJ6cYiAVWQ/edit#responses
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Join us on the 27th for this webinar on the protection of #children's #rights in the criminal justice system
#discrimination #pretrialdetention #childlaw #childrensrights #ChildRightsMatter #ProtectChildren #NoToChildDetention #JusticeForMinors #humanrights #socialjustice
Join us on the 27th for this webinar on the protection of #children's #rights in the criminal justice system
#discrimination #pretrialdetention #childlaw #childrensrights #ChildRightsMatter #ProtectChildren #NoToChildDetention #JusticeForMinors #humanrights #socialjustice
October 21, 2025 at 9:37 AM
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Join us on the 27th for this webinar on the protection of #children's #rights in the criminal justice system
#discrimination #pretrialdetention #childlaw #childrensrights #ChildRightsMatter #ProtectChildren #NoToChildDetention #JusticeForMinors #humanrights #socialjustice
Join us on the 27th for this webinar on the protection of #children's #rights in the criminal justice system
#discrimination #pretrialdetention #childlaw #childrensrights #ChildRightsMatter #ProtectChildren #NoToChildDetention #JusticeForMinors #humanrights #socialjustice
This week, stakeholders are gathering in Lilongwe for a two day Round Table on the Implementation of Decisions and Recommendations Issued by Regional Human Rights Bodies in Respect of Malawi. Through open dialogue, this roundtable aims to turn human rights decisions into action.
October 22, 2025 at 10:32 AM
This week, stakeholders are gathering in Lilongwe for a two day Round Table on the Implementation of Decisions and Recommendations Issued by Regional Human Rights Bodies in Respect of Malawi. Through open dialogue, this roundtable aims to turn human rights decisions into action.
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🎧 New episode out now! Learn about Externalised #EU Borders & Migrants’ Rights. We talk to Mansah Amoah of @upchr.bsky.social (Pretoria) about EU–Africa migration deals, 'repressive partnerships', and what they mean for #humanrights.
Listen on the pod now: www.eu-values.eu/podcast
Listen on the pod now: www.eu-values.eu/podcast
October 20, 2025 at 10:39 AM
🎧 New episode out now! Learn about Externalised #EU Borders & Migrants’ Rights. We talk to Mansah Amoah of @upchr.bsky.social (Pretoria) about EU–Africa migration deals, 'repressive partnerships', and what they mean for #humanrights.
Listen on the pod now: www.eu-values.eu/podcast
Listen on the pod now: www.eu-values.eu/podcast
Malawi’s 2025 election was a verdict on leadership and accountability.
Tendai Mbanje’s op-ed unpacks how economic decline, corruption, and broken promises led to President Chakwera’s defeat.
“Leadership must be earned through integrity, service, and results.”
Tendai Mbanje’s op-ed unpacks how economic decline, corruption, and broken promises led to President Chakwera’s defeat.
“Leadership must be earned through integrity, service, and results.”
Op-ED: Why Lazarus Chakwera Lost Malawi’s 2025 Elections
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October 15, 2025 at 9:08 AM
Malawi’s 2025 election was a verdict on leadership and accountability.
Tendai Mbanje’s op-ed unpacks how economic decline, corruption, and broken promises led to President Chakwera’s defeat.
“Leadership must be earned through integrity, service, and results.”
Tendai Mbanje’s op-ed unpacks how economic decline, corruption, and broken promises led to President Chakwera’s defeat.
“Leadership must be earned through integrity, service, and results.”
On 25 Sept @upchr.bsky.social and PsySSA appear before RSA’s Constitutional Court as amici curiae in a landmark case on consent in sexual offences.
Their submissions call for a survivor centric, intersectional approach to consent.
Read more here: www.chr.up.ac.za/press-statem...
Their submissions call for a survivor centric, intersectional approach to consent.
Read more here: www.chr.up.ac.za/press-statem...
Press Statement: Centre for human rights and PSYSSA head to the Constitutional Court as Amici Curiae in landmark case on consent
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September 23, 2025 at 7:42 AM
On 25 Sept @upchr.bsky.social and PsySSA appear before RSA’s Constitutional Court as amici curiae in a landmark case on consent in sexual offences.
Their submissions call for a survivor centric, intersectional approach to consent.
Read more here: www.chr.up.ac.za/press-statem...
Their submissions call for a survivor centric, intersectional approach to consent.
Read more here: www.chr.up.ac.za/press-statem...
[Invitation]
@upchr.bsky.social
invite you to a hybrid roundtable for Cybersecurity Awareness Month.
RSVP/Join online :https://www.chr.up.ac.za/latest-news/4196-invitation-roundtable-on-cybersecurity-and-the-digital-rights-of-marginalised-groups-in-africa
@upchr.bsky.social
invite you to a hybrid roundtable for Cybersecurity Awareness Month.
RSVP/Join online :https://www.chr.up.ac.za/latest-news/4196-invitation-roundtable-on-cybersecurity-and-the-digital-rights-of-marginalised-groups-in-africa
September 22, 2025 at 8:03 AM
[Invitation]
@upchr.bsky.social
invite you to a hybrid roundtable for Cybersecurity Awareness Month.
RSVP/Join online :https://www.chr.up.ac.za/latest-news/4196-invitation-roundtable-on-cybersecurity-and-the-digital-rights-of-marginalised-groups-in-africa
@upchr.bsky.social
invite you to a hybrid roundtable for Cybersecurity Awareness Month.
RSVP/Join online :https://www.chr.up.ac.za/latest-news/4196-invitation-roundtable-on-cybersecurity-and-the-digital-rights-of-marginalised-groups-in-africa
Women are shaping justice across generations!
At a recent FEMNET & Co-Impact dialogue in Nairobi, #HRDA alumnae Awa Gai (2023) & Henrietta Ekefre (2015) shared how the programme empowered their journeys as feminist lawyers advancing #GenderJustice and #HumanRights across Africa.
At a recent FEMNET & Co-Impact dialogue in Nairobi, #HRDA alumnae Awa Gai (2023) & Henrietta Ekefre (2015) shared how the programme empowered their journeys as feminist lawyers advancing #GenderJustice and #HumanRights across Africa.
September 8, 2025 at 8:07 AM
Women are shaping justice across generations!
At a recent FEMNET & Co-Impact dialogue in Nairobi, #HRDA alumnae Awa Gai (2023) & Henrietta Ekefre (2015) shared how the programme empowered their journeys as feminist lawyers advancing #GenderJustice and #HumanRights across Africa.
At a recent FEMNET & Co-Impact dialogue in Nairobi, #HRDA alumnae Awa Gai (2023) & Henrietta Ekefre (2015) shared how the programme empowered their journeys as feminist lawyers advancing #GenderJustice and #HumanRights across Africa.
On 24 July 2025, the @upchr.bsky.social and Oxford University hosted the Christof Heyns Human Rights Lecture, honouring his legacy scholar & advocate.
Read more: www.chr.up.ac.za/latest-news/4183-third-christof-heyns-memorial-lecture-held-in-oxford-addresses-contemporary-human-rights-challenges
Read more: www.chr.up.ac.za/latest-news/4183-third-christof-heyns-memorial-lecture-held-in-oxford-addresses-contemporary-human-rights-challenges
September 2, 2025 at 12:25 PM
On 24 July 2025, the @upchr.bsky.social and Oxford University hosted the Christof Heyns Human Rights Lecture, honouring his legacy scholar & advocate.
Read more: www.chr.up.ac.za/latest-news/4183-third-christof-heyns-memorial-lecture-held-in-oxford-addresses-contemporary-human-rights-challenges
Read more: www.chr.up.ac.za/latest-news/4183-third-christof-heyns-memorial-lecture-held-in-oxford-addresses-contemporary-human-rights-challenges
[Press Statement]
This week, @upchr.bsky.social & DOI join civil society in the Western Cape High Court as Amicus Curiae in a landmark case challenging laws that criminalise sex work.
We’re calling for decriminalisation and highlighting its impact on women of low socio-economic status.
This week, @upchr.bsky.social & DOI join civil society in the Western Cape High Court as Amicus Curiae in a landmark case challenging laws that criminalise sex work.
We’re calling for decriminalisation and highlighting its impact on women of low socio-economic status.
August 29, 2025 at 7:50 AM
[Press Statement]
This week, @upchr.bsky.social & DOI join civil society in the Western Cape High Court as Amicus Curiae in a landmark case challenging laws that criminalise sex work.
We’re calling for decriminalisation and highlighting its impact on women of low socio-economic status.
This week, @upchr.bsky.social & DOI join civil society in the Western Cape High Court as Amicus Curiae in a landmark case challenging laws that criminalise sex work.
We’re calling for decriminalisation and highlighting its impact on women of low socio-economic status.
[Expression of interest]
The African Human Rights Law Journal is looking to add one or two new members to its editorial team.
Apply before 30 September 2025
The African Human Rights Law Journal is looking to add one or two new members to its editorial team.
Apply before 30 September 2025
August 27, 2025 at 11:29 AM
[Expression of interest]
The African Human Rights Law Journal is looking to add one or two new members to its editorial team.
Apply before 30 September 2025
The African Human Rights Law Journal is looking to add one or two new members to its editorial team.
Apply before 30 September 2025
[Vacancy]
In pursuit of the ideals of excellence and diversity, the
University of Pretoria invite applications for the vacancy Assistant Director.
Apply online: www.chr.up.ac.za/latest-news/4168-vacancy-centre-for-human-rights-assistant-director-operations-one-year-renewable-contract
.
In pursuit of the ideals of excellence and diversity, the
University of Pretoria invite applications for the vacancy Assistant Director.
Apply online: www.chr.up.ac.za/latest-news/4168-vacancy-centre-for-human-rights-assistant-director-operations-one-year-renewable-contract
.
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August 14, 2025 at 10:44 AM
[Vacancy]
In pursuit of the ideals of excellence and diversity, the
University of Pretoria invite applications for the vacancy Assistant Director.
Apply online: www.chr.up.ac.za/latest-news/4168-vacancy-centre-for-human-rights-assistant-director-operations-one-year-renewable-contract
.
In pursuit of the ideals of excellence and diversity, the
University of Pretoria invite applications for the vacancy Assistant Director.
Apply online: www.chr.up.ac.za/latest-news/4168-vacancy-centre-for-human-rights-assistant-director-operations-one-year-renewable-contract
.
Join the Sexual and Reproductive Health Matters for a webinar exploring Female Genital Mutilation in Africa: Politics of Criminalisation, a new book edited by Dr Satang Nabaneh .
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www.chr.up.ac.za/latest-news/...
Invitation to Webinar: Female genital mutilation in Africa: Politics of criminalisation
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August 11, 2025 at 11:16 AM
Join the Sexual and Reproductive Health Matters for a webinar exploring Female Genital Mutilation in Africa: Politics of Criminalisation, a new book edited by Dr Satang Nabaneh .
www.chr.up.ac.za/latest-news/...
www.chr.up.ac.za/latest-news/...
[Call for Papers]
The African Coalition for Academic Freedom is inviting academic staff across the continent to take part in a dialogue on academic freedom in Africa.
12–14 November 2025 | Deadline: 31 August 2025 |
Submit to: [email protected]
acafafrica.org/event/confer...
The African Coalition for Academic Freedom is inviting academic staff across the continent to take part in a dialogue on academic freedom in Africa.
12–14 November 2025 | Deadline: 31 August 2025 |
Submit to: [email protected]
acafafrica.org/event/confer...
DEADLINE EXTENSION – 31ST AUGUST 2025 CONFERENCE ON ACADEMIC FREEDOM IN AFRICA FOR ACADEMIC STAFF ASSOCIATIONS 20...
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August 6, 2025 at 5:54 AM
[Call for Papers]
The African Coalition for Academic Freedom is inviting academic staff across the continent to take part in a dialogue on academic freedom in Africa.
12–14 November 2025 | Deadline: 31 August 2025 |
Submit to: [email protected]
acafafrica.org/event/confer...
The African Coalition for Academic Freedom is inviting academic staff across the continent to take part in a dialogue on academic freedom in Africa.
12–14 November 2025 | Deadline: 31 August 2025 |
Submit to: [email protected]
acafafrica.org/event/confer...
[Happening Today]
The International Conference of the 34th Christof Heyns #AfricanMoot explores statelessness, citizenship & protest, and how we teach African human rights law. #HumanRights #Statelessness #CHRUP #UCTLaw
The International Conference of the 34th Christof Heyns #AfricanMoot explores statelessness, citizenship & protest, and how we teach African human rights law. #HumanRights #Statelessness #CHRUP #UCTLaw
June 30, 2025 at 9:47 AM
[Happening Today]
The International Conference of the 34th Christof Heyns #AfricanMoot explores statelessness, citizenship & protest, and how we teach African human rights law. #HumanRights #Statelessness #CHRUP #UCTLaw
The International Conference of the 34th Christof Heyns #AfricanMoot explores statelessness, citizenship & protest, and how we teach African human rights law. #HumanRights #Statelessness #CHRUP #UCTLaw
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👀In case you missed it, the recording of RELX’s SDG Inspiration Day panel is now available.
HURIDOCS ED, Danna Ingleton, joined a powerful conversation on how philanthropy can help build just, inclusive, and accountable institutions.🔥
👉Watch the full session here: huridocs.org/2025/06/huri...
HURIDOCS ED, Danna Ingleton, joined a powerful conversation on how philanthropy can help build just, inclusive, and accountable institutions.🔥
👉Watch the full session here: huridocs.org/2025/06/huri...
HURIDOCS discusses the role of philanthropy in advancing the rule of law at RELX SDG Inspiration Day | HURIDOCS
Our Executive Director highlighted philanthropy's potential role in advancing the rule of law.
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June 30, 2025 at 7:32 AM
👀In case you missed it, the recording of RELX’s SDG Inspiration Day panel is now available.
HURIDOCS ED, Danna Ingleton, joined a powerful conversation on how philanthropy can help build just, inclusive, and accountable institutions.🔥
👉Watch the full session here: huridocs.org/2025/06/huri...
HURIDOCS ED, Danna Ingleton, joined a powerful conversation on how philanthropy can help build just, inclusive, and accountable institutions.🔥
👉Watch the full session here: huridocs.org/2025/06/huri...
Two members of parliament in Eswatini are serving 25 and 18 year prison sentences for supporting peaceful calls for reform. Mduduzi Bacede Mabuza and Mthandeni Dube stood with the people. Their arrest is a blow to democracy and justice.
Sign petition: www.change.org/p/free-pro-d...
Sign petition: www.change.org/p/free-pro-d...
Sign the Petition
Free Pro-Democracy MPs in Eswatini: Demand the Immediate Release of Mduduzi Bacede Mabuza
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June 23, 2025 at 8:44 AM
Two members of parliament in Eswatini are serving 25 and 18 year prison sentences for supporting peaceful calls for reform. Mduduzi Bacede Mabuza and Mthandeni Dube stood with the people. Their arrest is a blow to democracy and justice.
Sign petition: www.change.org/p/free-pro-d...
Sign petition: www.change.org/p/free-pro-d...
ISLA seeks to appoint a Language Justice Officer to support our work in Francophone West Africa. The Language Justice Officer will be responsible for language justice, providing translation and interpretation services for ISLA internally.
Apply online: www.the-isla.org/application-...
Apply online: www.the-isla.org/application-...
Application Form: Language Justice Officer: Feminist Litigation Network (FLN) in Francophone West Africa - ISLA
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June 18, 2025 at 10:01 AM
ISLA seeks to appoint a Language Justice Officer to support our work in Francophone West Africa. The Language Justice Officer will be responsible for language justice, providing translation and interpretation services for ISLA internally.
Apply online: www.the-isla.org/application-...
Apply online: www.the-isla.org/application-...