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Morocco World
21-03-2025
- Politics
- Morocco World
CNDH's Worker Unions Celebrate Amina Bouayach or Election as Head of GANHRI
Rabat — The National Human Rights Council's (CNDH) social sector, represented by the Social Works Association and the institution's worker union, celebrated Amina Bouayach for her election as the head of the Global Human Rights Alliance (GANHRI) on Thursday. The union and social association stressed the importance of the election, noting that the CNDH president's candidacy is a 'source of pride and honor for all of us.' Last week, the African Network of Human Rights Institutions (NANHRI) nominated Bouayach for the GANHRI presidency, citing her extensive experience as the institution's secretary. 'She has represented the alliance with distinction and led key operations with a firm commitment to human rights,' NANHRI said in its official statement. Bouayach was confirmed as GANHRI's president at the UN Palace of Nations in Geneva last week in a unanimous vote. She received support from the alliance's three other regional groups, including the Americas, Asia-Pacific, and Europe. Bouayach gave an election speech during the ceremony held on Thursday, noting that this new role requires a full commitment and effectiveness to continue to fulfill duties at the national level, with a broader perspective that will boost roles at the regional, continental, and international levels. The CNDH head's goal is to prioritize the adoption of ambitious laws and regulations across the world to boost human rights. Upon assuming her new role, Bouayach stressed that states must 'allocate sufficient budgets to National Human Rights institutions to enable them to fully carry out their tasks in protection, issuing recommendations, and holding authorities accountable for human rights violations, effectively and efficiently.' For her, Morocco's nomination into larger African leadership represents yet another strong source of inspiration and a vital call to continue collective work in a world where rights and freedoms are constantly tested.
Morocco World
10-03-2025
- Politics
- Morocco World
Africa Nominates Morocco's Amina Bouayach for GANHRI Presidency
Rabat – Today, the African Network of National Human Rights Institutions (NANHRI) officially nominated Amina Bouayach, President of Morocco's National Human Rights Council (CNDH), for the presidency of the Global Alliance of National Human Rights Institutions (GANHRI). The announcement came during NANHRI's General Assembly at the UN headquarters in Geneva, reaffirming Africa's confidence in Bouayach's leadership. NANHRI had put forward her nomination in January, citing her experience as GANHRI's Secretary. The network described her as a leader who has steered critical initiatives with strategic insight while championing human rights at the highest international levels. 'She has represented the alliance with distinction and led key operations with a firm commitment to human rights,' NANHRI said in its official statement. Joseph Whittal, President of NANHRI and head of Ghana's human rights institution, said the African bloc stands firmly in support of Bouayach. 'We voted overwhelmingly in favor of her nomination,' he stated. Gilbert Sebihogo, NANHRI's Executive Director, shared the same view. 'She has carried Africa's voice with integrity. We trust her to continue this work at the helm of GANHRI.' Namizata Sangaré, President of Ivory Coast's national human rights institution, described the nomination as a natural step. 'Within NANHRI, we have no doubt she will serve GANHRI with excellence,' she said. This strong endorsement reflects Africa's determination to play a leading role in global human rights efforts. NANHRI considers Bouayach's nomination as an opportunity to consolidate the alliance's core values and amplify its voice around the world. Moreover, Morocco has led multiple initiatives at the UN Human Rights Council over the years, consistently advocating for human rights and civil liberties in line with its constitution. These efforts further strengthen the country's role as an influential voice in global discussions on human rights. Tags: Amina BouayachGANHRIhuman rightsmorocco human rightsMorocco's CNDH
