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Training ahead of the African Commission's 89th Session

Training Programme Fully funded Closes today!
DefendDefenders; Front Line Defenders; International Service for Human Rights (ISHR) Dakar, Senegal 2026

Information

DefendDefenders, Front Line Defenders and ISHR are organising an in-person training to equip African defenders with knowledge and skills to engage with the African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights at national levels. The training lasts two and a half days and includes attendance at the NGO Forum and the first day of the ACHPR’s 89th session.

Benefits

Flight costs, accommodation and meals are covered; participation includes attendance at the NGO Forum and the first day of the ACHPR session.

Eligibility

Experienced African human rights defenders from all sub-regions with at least five years of advocacy experience at the national level; focus given to participants from a specified list of African countries.

Application

Submit a completed application form including a reference letter and a CV.

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