From 5 to 8 February 2024, the fourth edition of the Academy and Conference “Human Rights Go Local – What Works” was convened online. The Academy and Conference Series aims at demonstrating and synthesising innovative approaches and proven practices for protecting and promoting human rights at the local level, with the goal of making cities and human settlements more inclusive, safe, resilient, and sustainable.
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Webinar on combatting racism in and through sports
On Thursday, 25 January 2024 from 13:00 to 15:00 CET we will engage in an exciting online discussion with stakeholders from all levels and spheres on how to best combat racism and discrimination in and through sports in Europe!
Academy and Conference 2024: Register now!
We are very pleased to invite you to attend our multi-day online Academy and Conference “Human Rights Go Local”. It offers the possibility to exchange with local authorities and human rights experts from across the globe! The event will discuss “Accountability in Action – Human Rights Action Plans of Local Governments” and is held online in English from 5 to 8 February 2024.
Graz Stands Out: Europe’s First Human Rights City Takes the Spotlight at Seoul Conference
In November 2023, Graz took part in an International Human Rights Conference held in Seoul. Coinciding with the 75th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the 30th anniversary of the Paris Principle, the event provided a timely platform to address contemporary human rights challenges.
Delegation visit from the National Human Rights Commission of Korea
In late August 2023, the International Centre in Graz welcomed a delegation from the National Human Rights Commission of Korea (NHRCK) to exchange ideas, approaches, as well as challenges and successful case studies pertaining to the advancement of human rights at the local level.

