56 HRC – The Human Rights Council Addresses Climate Change
The subject of human rights and climate change has been featured in two key events at the 56th Session of the UN Human Rights Council
Empowering Civil Society to Engage with UN Treaty Bodies
On 19 June 2024, CCIG offered a training on the UN Treaty Bodies to a group of Civil Society members from the Edmund Rice International
CCIG Offers UPR Training to Civil Society Actors
On 18 June 2024, CCIG provided a training on the Universal Periodic Review (UPR) mechanism as part of the four-day program Summer University on “Human
Boosting Civil Society Participation in the UPR Process: CCIG Presentation at VIVAT Annual Meeting
On June 3, 2024, CCIG Secretary General Maria D’Onofrio conducted a presentation on the Universal Periodic Review (UPR) mechanism as part of the 2024 VIVAT
Fighting Modern-Day Slavery : CCIG Supports FMSI Local Endeavors
On 29 May 2024, the Marist Foundation for International Solidarity (FMSI) and the Secretariat of Solidarity of the Marist Brothers’ Institute hosted an online event
Local Actors voice their Concerns about Children’s Rights in Bangladesh during the 55th HRC Session
On 25 March 2024, with the support of the CCIG and the FMSI, local civil society actors delivered an oral statement on the occasion of
CCIG – JOINT PRESS RELEASE
On December 10 we celebrate the anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and reaffirm our commitment to the protection of human rights for
UPR of Bangladesh: Advocating for the rights of children living in the tea gardens of Sylhet
Between April and October 2023, in the framework of a larger project implemented by the Marist Foundation for International Solidarity (FMSI) with the support of
CCIG contributes to the Event “Right to be Children”
On November 20, 2023, the CCIG was invited to intervene as speaker in the hybrid event “Right to be Children” held in Rome (Italy) by
CCIG empowers local civil society representatives on the UN Treaty Bodies system
On November 8, 2023, the CCIG was invited to deliver a training session on the UN treaty bodies to 12 Civil Society representatives from Edmund
UPR of NIGERIA: Training local civil society actors
On October 18, 2023, upon request of the Company of the Daughters of Charity of St. Vincent DePaul, the CCIG delivered an online training session
Promoting Youth Participation into Climate Action and Human Rights Decision Making
On October 2, 2023, CCIG co-sponsored the hybrid Side Event “Embedding Youth Participation into Climate Action and Decision-making within and beyond the Caritas Network”, organized
2023 EDITION – CCIG AND UNESCO ETXEA’S TRAINING COURSE FOR YOUNG ACTIVISTS FROM THE BASQUE COUNTRY
A new edition of the training session on the United Nations Human Rights Mechanisms, co-organized by the CCIG and the UNESCO Etxea (UNESCO Basque Country
CCIG delivers training on UN Treaty Bodies system
On Wednesday, June 28th, the CCIG delivered a training session on UN treaty bodies to Civil Society actors from around the world, including India, Peru,
CCIG Joins Fair Trade Town Campaign
The 16th International Fair Trade Towns Conference will be held in Glarus Nord, Switzerland, this September. This will be an opportunity for groups across the
53rd session of the Human Rights Council begins on June 19, 2023
On June 19th, the 53rd Human Rights Council session was opened at the Palais des Nations in Geneva. This session, as noted by High Commissioner
CCIG delivers training on advocacy strategies for Civil Society organizations within the UPR mechanism
The CCIG was invited to give a UPR mechanism training in Geneva on June 12, 2023. The session contributed to the 3-day Summer University event
UPR of Bangladesh: Empowering Children’s Rights Defenders
In January 2023, the International Catholic Center of Geneva (CCIG) and the Marist Foundation for International Solidarity (FMSI) joined forces to ensure that Bangladesh’s Civil
Training course on the UPR mechanism and windows of opportunities for Civil Society participation
On November 16, 2022, the CCIG delivered a training in Lucerne, addressed to 14 program managers of Fastenaktion (Action de Carême) working on the right
Informal exchange on Human Rights in Colombia
In accordance with its goals, the CCIG has continued its commitment to human rights awareness-raising through the organization of webinars and online events. This year,
2022 Edition – CCIG and UNESCO Etxea’s Training Course on Fighting Discrimination through the UN Human Rights Mechanisms
After the interruption imposed by the Covid 19 pandemic, CCIG resumed in-person training activities through a new edition of the training session on the United
Moving forward to the 4th UPR cycle: A Joint Oral Statement by the CCIG
On the occasion of the 51st Session of the Human Rights Council, held from 12 September to 7 October 2022, the CCIG delivered an oral
Helping ground actors to monitor UPR recommendations in Bolivia
Throughout 2022, the CCIG has contributed to the follow-up project “Children’s and women’s rights in Bolivia: Follow up on the UN bodies recommendations”, initiated in
CCIG Webinar – “Responses to the Triple Planetary Environmental Crisis”
On May 23, 2022, following its annual General Assembly, the CCIG held the webinar “Responses to the Triple Planetary Environmental Crisis”. Diana Rizzolio, Coordinator of
CCIG delivers an Oral Statement for the Adoption of the UPR Outcomes of Papua New Guinea
On the 23rd March 2022 the UPR Working Group Report on Papua New Guinea (PNG) was adopted at the 49th Session of the Human Rights Council.
Follow up of UN UPR and CRC recommendations: CCIG online training for civil society in Bolivia
In collaboration with the Marist Foundation for International Solidarity (FMSI) and the Marist Brothers in Bolivia, the CCIG implemented a new capacity building action addressed
Human Rights Radio Sensitization
In the framework of the PNG project, the CCIG developed a human rights awareness-raising initiative on the ground. Broadcasts were organized through national radio in
Training for PNG local NGOs on the follow-up of UPR recommendations
Upon request of local partners in Papua New Guinea, the CCIG organized an online capacity building initiative in relation to the follow-up of UPR recommendations.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year 2022
(Watercolor painting of Nativity, Gabi Kiss) “May we be in this world a ray of that LIGHT which shone forth from Bethlehem, bringing joy and
CCIG Hosts Webinar to mark the 39th UPR Session of Papua New Guinea
Organized by the International Catholic Center of Geneva (CCIG), in collaboration with the Dominicans for Justice and Peace, Edmund Rice International (ERI) and the Marist
UPR Pre-session: local Civil Society Organizations advocate for human rights in Papua New Guinea
As part of the lead up advocacy activities for the Universal Periodic Review (UPR) of Papua New Guinea (3rd Cycle), the International Catholic Center of
CCIG and UPR Info conduct webinar on contextualizing Indicators for monitoring UPR Recommendations
On April 28, 2021, the CCIG in partnership with UPR Info facilitated a webinar on contextualizing Human Rights Indicators to specific country situations for Monitoring
CCIG delivers an oral statement under the general debate under item 6 on the Universal Periodic Review (UPR) for the follow-up of the UPR of Bolivia
On 18th March 2021, an oral statement (in English and Spanish) was delivered during the General Debate under Item 6 during the 46th session of
Papua New Guinea’s civil society representatives trained to take part in the upcoming Universal Periodic Review
From 15th to 17th February 2021, the International Catholic Centre of Geneva (CCIG), together with its partners Edmund Rice International (ERI), the Marist International Solidarity
A Blessed Christmas and a Hope-filled Year 2021
We have gone through a 2020 that was deeply marked by the crisis brought on by COVID-19. Despite the limitations owing to the sanitary measures
An open dialogue on “Fratelli Tutti”
On November 25, 2020, a video-conference about the new encyclical of Pope Francis, « Fratelli Tutti » was organised by the CCIG and the Formation
Virtual Human Rights Course to prepare for Papua New Guinea UPR
For the period of October 19-30, 2020, an online Human Rights Introductory Course was offered to human rights advocates and partners in Papua New Guinea
CCIG partners with UPR Info to conduct online Human Rights Training
Organized by the CCIG and UPR Info, a webinar entitled “Human Rights Indicators for Monitoring UPR Progress” was conducted on Oct 29, 2020. The training
ILO discusses how employment and decent work can contribute to peace and social cohesion in the COVID-19 crisis
On September 28 2020, CCIG participated in a virtual event which was an ILO initiative in partnership with the Peacebuilding Support Office and the Swiss
CCIG joins Catholic Inspired Organizations’ Webinar on Life and Work Post Pandemic
On June 4, 2020, CCIG members participated in a webinar entitled “Life and Work after Pandemic: The Road to Recovery. Its main objectives were to
OHCHR presents its 2019 Human Rights Report to Civil Society
On June 5, 2020, the UN High Commissioner Michelle Bachelet made an online presentation of the 2019 UN Human Rights report to Civil Society Organizations.
CCIG holds Online Training Session enhancing Civil Society participation in the UPR
On May 20, 2020, CCIG conducted its first online training session on “How to collect information from local actors/members in order to build up a
Easter Greetings
Dear CCIG members, partners and friends, The COVID-19 Pandemic is still on us, but despite the loss and suffering it has wreaked and continues to
CCIG delivers an oral statement on violence against women in Bolivia
On the 12th March 2020 the UPR Working Group Report on Bolivia was adopted at the 43rd Session of the Human Rights Council. Bolivia accepted
CCIG participates in the 35th session of the Universal Periodic Review
The 35th session of the Universal Periodic Review was held from 20 to 31 January 2020 in Palais des Nations in Geneva. The UPR
A Blessed Christmas and A Prosperous New Year!
As 2019 draws to a close, we want to express our gratitude to all of the members and partners for the support and collaboration. In
Moving towards Reconciliation – CCIG provides technical support for Side Event during the UPR of Slovenia
In conjunction with Slovenia’s appearance during the 34th session of the Universal Periodic Review, CCIG provided technical and logistical support to the German Commission for
CCIG Hosts Side Event to mark the 34th UPR Session of Bolivia
On 6 November 2019, CCIG hosted the side event ‘Addressing Implementation: Safeguarding the Rights of Children, Youth and Women in Bolivia’ at the Palais des
Children, Youth and Women at the Forefront of CCIG UPR Submission for Bolivia
For the most recent UPR-info pre-sessions which were conducted in Geneva from the 8th to the 11th of October, CCIG facilitated the participation of a
Basque Country Educators undergo Training on UN Human Rights Mechanisms
True to its sustained collaborative efforts, the International Catholic Center of Geneva (CCIG) and UNESCO Etxea- UNESCO Basque Country Centre conducted recently a Training Session
Fighting Climate Change through International Solidarity – CCIG supports Members’ Initiatives
On June 26, 2019, CCIG co-sponsored the Side Event “Climate Change: It is Happening Here, It is Happening Now”, held in conjunction with the 41st
CCIG Breakfast Meetings to Advance Advocacy on Decent Work
On the occasion of the 108th International Labour Conference (Geneva, 10th – 21st June 2019), two Breakfast Meetings were organized by the International Catholic Center
CCIG Members Gather for General Assembly: Strengthening Organizational Engagements
CCIG members came together in June 6th for the 2019 General Assembly. The General Assembly provided a platform for members to celebrate the progress made
CCIG co-signs open NGO letter regarding critical funding gaps for UN mechanisms
CCIG and several member NGOs signed onto a letter entitled “Open NGO letter regarding the critical funding gap affecting UN human rights mechanisms and the
CCIG wishes everyone a very Happy Easter holiday!
Let this Easter Season be a time of being renewed and empowered by the grace of the Risen Lord. May your hearts, homes and communities
Human Rights Council Decisions and Conclusions
The Human Rights Council’s 40th session officially adjourned on the 22nd of March after the adoption of several motions and the session report. States debated
United Nations Human Rights Council adopts Universal Periodic Review Outcomes
The 40th session of the Human Rights Council in Geneva adopted the Universal Periodic Review outcomes of Saudi Arabia, Senegal, the Congo, Nigeria, the Central African
CCIG members present oral statements during the Human Rights Council’s 40th session
The 40th session of the Human Rights Council opened on the 25th of February at the Palais des Nations in Geneva. Debates during the 40th
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
We, at CCIG, would like to wish all a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Our office will be closed Moday, December 17th and
2018 CCIG Training Activities: fostering advocacy capacity for civil society organizations
CCIG continues its efforts to carry out several training activities for local human rights defenders and international NGO representatives. In accordance with its 2018 –
Geneva, 23 September 2018 – The Roman Catholic Parish of Saint Clotilde (Geneva) and the International Catholic Center of Geneva organize a “Grand Concert” for Equality
Geneva, 23 September 2018 – The Roman Catholic Parish of Saint Clotilde (Geneva) and the International Catholic Center of Geneva organize a “Grand Concert” for
Tripartism plus – Rethinking Social Dialogue in times of globalisation and informalization
Each of us being here today -as representatives of different stakeholders- is making social dialogue a reality. The NGO workshop entitled “Tripartism plus – Rethinking
TOGO: CCIG publication and multimedia support translating UPR recommendations
In the framework of the project for Human Rights Defenders in Togo, carried out together with FIACAT and ACAT Togo, CCIG is very happy to share
37th UN Human Rights Council session – Side event: Arts and Cultural Education as a Right
Arts education is a right of all, but even more importantly it is a right for all. It not only contributes to the full and
Happy Christmas season from CCIG!
Do not be afraid; I bring you good news of a great joy for all the people (Gospel according to Luke 2, 10) May the Spirit of
Vincentian Family Exhibition at the Palais des Nations
The International Catholic Center of Geneva (CCIG) is pleased to inform you of the exhibition organized by the Vincentian Family (Famvin) on the occasion of the
CCIG event : The importance of a good administration of justice in Togo
Thanks to the support of the City of Geneva and of the Republic and Canton of Geneva, a side event titled « From mob justice
CCIG Workshop: A Case for Labour Inspection in Improving Labour Conditions in the Informal Economy
CCIG Workshop: A Case for Labour Inspection in Improving Labour Conditions in the Informal Economy GENEVA – On Wednesday, June 7th, a workshop was held
Happy Easter from CCIG!
We, at CCIG, would like to wish all a very Happy Easter holiday! Our office will be closed Friday, April 14th and will reopen Tuesday
Human Rights Council Discusses Dire Situations in North Korea, Iran and Syria
GENEVA – The 34th session of the Human Rights Council, currently taking place at Palais des Nations, presents the opportunity to hold in depth discussions
34th HRC Session: Annual Full Day on the Rights of the Child
GENEVA – On Monday March 6th, the Annual Full Day on the Rights of the Child was held at Palais des Nations as a part
A Powerful Speech by the High Commissioner for Human Rights
On the 16th of February, the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, Zeid Ra’ad Al Hussein, delivered a powerful speech on the fragile state
Happy Holidays from CCIG!
Dear Partners and Members, CCIG would like to extend its warmest greetings to you this holiday season! As 2016 comes to a close, we at
CCIG Training for Journalists and Media Experts in the Basque Country.
In the framework of its collaboration with the UNESCO Extea Center for Basque Country, CCIG facilitated a one-day training on United Nations mechanisms for the
In Preparation for a Treaty: CCIG Hosts Conference on Human Rights Abuses by Transnational Corporations
Geneva – On Monday, October 24th, CCIG co-organized an evening conference at the Geneva Press Club entitled: “In Preparation for a Treaty: Calling for Constructive
Reaching a Critical Point in the DRC
Geneva – Monday the 26th of September, during the 33rd session of the Human Rights Council a side event was held at the Palais des
CCIG Hosts Side Event on Children and Violence in Central America
On the 22nd of June, a side event entitled “Children as Victims and Perpetrators of Violence: Gangs and Migration in Central America” took place at
Striving For Decent Work in Global Value Chains
Geneva, Switzerland – On the 2nd of June, the International Catholic Centre of Geneva (CCIG) organized a consultation on “Decent Work Along Global Value Chains:
Platform meets with the UPR Branch at OHCHR
A meeting between UPR Platform and the Chief as well as other representatives of the UPR Branch of the Office of the UN High Commissioner
CCIG Initiatives for capacity building of Children’s Rights Defenders in Latin America
Guatemala City. The International Catholic Center of Geneva (CCIG), together with its member organizations Edmund Rice International (ERI) and Marist International Solidarity Foundation (FMSI) –
Commemorating Convention No. 189 through the joy of music.
Photos of the event have been made available online by Wally Perusset Photographie Geneve Lausanne. Geneva, Switzerland. On 31 January 2016, at Victoria Hall, the
Switzerland: Convention No. 189, now a reality
Geneva, Switzerland. On 12 November 2015, at the Church of Saint Clotilde, the International Catholic Center of Geneva (CCIG) and the parish of Saint Clotilde
Cultural Rights and Vulnerable Groups
Geneva, Switzerland. On 29 September 2015, in conjunction the 30th Session of the United Nations Human Rights Council, the CCIG together with UNESCO Exeta –
From Informal to Formal Economy: Ensuring More Just and Decent Conditions of Work
Geneva, Switzerland. On 2 June 2015, on the occasion of the second International Labour Organization (ILO) discussion on the adoption of a Recommendation on the
An introduction to Laudato Si’
(Guillermo Kerber) The encyclical Laudato Si’ (Praised be) on “Care for our common home” recently released by Pope Francis has been one of the more
CCIG Training Session on UPR Lobbying
In the framework of its UPR Platform and upon request of its members and partners, CCIG continues its efforts to foster training activities aimed at
Business and Human Rights: how to ensure that human dignity is at the center of the decision making process?
In the framework of the 3rd UN Annual Forum on Business and Human Rights, a conference titled “Improving Access To Remedy In Extractive Industries”, was
Children in street situation in Madagascar: CCIG supports its members during UPR-info pre-session
On the occasion of last UPR-info pre-sessions, held in Geneva from October 6 to 9, 2014, CCIG supported its members taking the floor on Madagascar,
Focus on CCIG Training Activities: Strengthen the advocacy capacity of civil society organizations
CCIG continues its efforts to carry out several training activities for local human rights defenders and international NGOs. In accordance with its capacity building program,
2014 Edition – CCIG and UNESCO Etxea’s Training Program on the UN System for Human Rights
A new edition of the training session on United Nations Human Rights Mechanisms, co-organized by the International Catholic Center of Geneva (CCIG) and UNESCO
Civil Society to Shine Light on Today’s Economic Challenges Facing Youth – CCIG BRIEFING
A lunchtime briefing titled “From Informal Employment to Formal Working Conditions: The Impact on Youth” was held on June 4, 2014 at the Centre International
CCIG General Assembly
While its request of ECOSOC status at United Nations is discussed in New York by the committee in charge of NGOs’ applications, CCIG held its
Meeting at CCIG on the 3P Plan
Tuesday 13 May 2014 Dr Noel Patterson met with NGO representatives at CCIG’s office in Geneva to discuss his 3P Plan, which aims to address
On the occasion of the Universal Periodic Review of DRC: Side Event on Extractive Industries
A second side event on extractive industries in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) was held on 29 April 2014 at Palais de Nations
CCIG Conference “Opportunités et Défis des ONG aux Nations Unies”
CCIG Conference “Opportunités et Défis des ONG aux Nations Unies” 20 May 2014 at 18h30 On the occasion of CCIG’s General Assembly, a conference titled,
CCIG Wishes All a Happy Easter
CCIG wishes its friends and members a joyful Easter season! The CCIG office will be closed from Wednesday 16 April through Monday 21 April and
CCIG announces a side event during the UPR of DRC
DRC: Breaking the Links between Natural Resources and Conflict in Eastern DRC UNIVERSAL PERIODIC REVIEW (19TH SESSION) SIDE EVENT on DRC 29 April 2014 from
CCIG Newsletter Relaunched: Subscribe Now!
CCIG has recently relaunched its newsletter via email to better connect with its members, partners and friends about recent activities of the Center. The newsletter
A Joint Initiative on DRC: High-level Side Event on ‘Conflict’ Minerals
The side event titled, “DRC: Breaking the Links between Natural Resources and Conflict” was held during the 25th Session of the Human Rights Council on 21 March
DRC: Breaking the Links between Natural Resources and Conflict
“DRC: Breaking the Links between Natural Resources and Conflict” HUMAN RIGHTS COUNCIL (25TH SESSION) SIDE EVENT 21 March 2014, from 12:00 to 14:00, Room XXI,
Due Diligence and Access to Remedy in the Context of Extractive Industries
In conjunction with the 2nd UN Annual Forum on Business and Human Rights, a conference on “Addressing Justice, Due Diligence and Access to Remedy in
Peace through Fraternity
The 2014 World Day of Peace celebrations hosted by the Permanent Mission of the Holy See to the United Nations were held at l’Eglise de
A New Revamped Website for CCIG!
After months of development, CCIG’s new website is now available! The new dynamic website better responds to the concrete, technological needs of CCIG’s members and
Education as a Right: CCIG seminar on Education within the UN System
On 3 September 2013, CCIG held the Seminar on the Right to Education, with the participation of 12 different organizations interested in educational issues, but also specialized in several fields of expertise, such as women’s rights, children’s rights, migration, social exclusion and development. The seminar was held as a response to a call from members during a previous General Assembly of CCIG, where members asked for the center to undertake initiatives to build upon NGOs’ capacities regarding UN treaty bodies.
Third International Catholic Center of Geneva and UNESCO Etxea UN Human Rights Mechanisms Training Programme
International Catholic Center of Geneva’s (CCIG) third week long training session on United Nations Human Rights Mechanisms was held from 16-20 September 2013, in cooperation with UNESCO Etxea. The five day programme was composed of presentations by human rights experts and participation in the 24th Session of the Human Rights Council (HRC).
CCIG facilitated meeting with delegates from the Pontifical Council for Promoting Christian Unity at the World Council of Churches
On Monday, 18 February 2013 an impressive number of representatives of the CCIG member organizations and Catholic NGOs that are in some way or other
NGO Consultation 2012 Building a Future with Decent Work : Youth Employment and Domestic Workers
NGO Consultation 2012 Building a Future with Decent Work : Youth Employment and Domestic Workers For many years, the International Catholic Center of Geneva (CCIG)