{"id":20066,"date":"2025-12-10T07:57:24","date_gmt":"2025-12-10T07:57:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/crpd.org.so\/?p=20066"},"modified":"2025-12-10T07:57:58","modified_gmt":"2025-12-10T07:57:58","slug":"international-human-rights-day-2025-protecting-human-rights-life-by-life","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/crpd.org.so\/index.php\/2025\/12\/10\/international-human-rights-day-2025-protecting-human-rights-life-by-life\/","title":{"rendered":"International Human Rights Day 2025: Protecting Human Rights \u201cLife by Life\u201d"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Every year on 10 December<\/strong>, the world marks International Human Rights Day<\/strong>\u2014a moment to reaffirm the universal truth that all people are born equal in dignity and rights<\/strong>. This year\u2019s commemoration is especially significant, taking place amid unprecedented humanitarian needs, climate shocks, conflict, and widening inequalities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this global context, the United Nations has launched the 2026 Global Humanitarian Overview (GHO)<\/strong> under the theme \u201cLife by Life\u201d<\/strong>, issuing a powerful call for renewed solidarity and responsibility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A Global Appeal to Protect Human Rights<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The new UN appeal seeks $33 billion<\/strong> to assist people whose basic human rights to safety, food, shelter, education, and protection are under threat. Humanitarian partners will prioritize 87 million people<\/strong> with the most urgent, lifesaving needs, with a wider goal of reaching 135 million people in 50 countries<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In 2025, despite shrinking budgets and increasing attacks on aid workers, humanitarian organizations still managed to reach 98 million people<\/strong>\u2014a reminder that global action makes a measurable difference, life by life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Human Rights Under Pressure<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Across the world, millions face violations of fundamental human rights due to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • Conflict and insecurity<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Climate-related disasters<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Massive displacement<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Food and economic crises<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Gender-based violence<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Barriers to basic services<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    For these communities, humanitarian assistance is not just aid\u2014it is a lifeline<\/strong> that restores dignity and protects rights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Why This Matters for Somalia<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Somalia continues to confront overlapping challenges: displacement, drought and floods, insecurity, and economic instability. These crises disproportionately affect:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    • Women and girls<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Persons with disabilities<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Elderly and marginalized groups<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Internally displaced families<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

      As a women-led, rights-driven Somali NGO<\/strong>, CRPD<\/strong> stands at the heart of humanitarian and human rights work. Our mission is rooted in ensuring that every person\u2014especially those most at risk\u2014can live with dignity, safety, and respect<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      On this Human Rights Day, CRPD reaffirms its commitment to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      • Defending the rights of vulnerable and displaced communities<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Addressing protection risks, including GBV and child rights violations<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Supporting inclusive, accessible humanitarian services<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Advocating for accountability and justice<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Strengthening community resilience through rights-based programming<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

        A Call for Global Solidarity<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

        The UN\u2019s \u201cLife by Life\u201d appeal reminds us that humanitarian action is ultimately about people\u2014one life, one family, one community at a time<\/strong>. As needs grow, so must the world\u2019s collective commitment to human rights and humanitarian principles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        CRPD joins the international community in urging:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        • Increased humanitarian funding<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Protection for aid workers<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Equal access to assistance<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Respect for international human rights and humanitarian law<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Stronger partnerships to leave no one behind<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

          <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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