Edition 2025 - Venice School for Human Rights Defenders

On the School as occasion to renew commitment to defending human rights in challenging contexts

Speaking about his experience at the 2025 Venice School, congolese participant Benjamin Kyamoneka Mpey reflects on the importance of bringing together human rights advocates from diverse backgrounds to exchange experiences, strengthen their skills, and build international solidarity. He highlights how the School provides a valuable space for learning, collaboration, and renewed commitment to defending human […]

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Hope-based Communication: A call to reimagine the pursuit of justice and human rights

Global communications strategist Thomas Coombes reflects on the crucial role of communication in advancing human rights. He emphasizes the need for defenders to tell compelling, human-centred stories that connect with wider audiences and inspire action. Highlighting the value of collaboration and shared learning, Coombes encourages participants to use creativity and strategic communication to build solidarity,

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Theatre director Alessandro Ienzi on La Caja de Concreto

We spoke with Alessandro Ienzi, Director of Raizes Theatre, about the connection between art and human rights, and the performance La Caja de Concreto, presented during the opening of the Venice School for Human Rights Defenders 2025. Ienzi explained that La Caja de Concreto grew out of conversations with Lorent Saleh about democracy, freedom, poetry,

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