JMBF President Attends View Exchange Meeting with French Human Rights Ambassador

On Tuesday, December 3, 2024, the President of JMBF attended a significant View Exchange meeting hosted by Mrs. Isabelle Rome, the French Ambassador for Human Rights and responsible for the duty of remembrance concerning the international dimension of the Shoah and spoliations. The event took place at the Quai d'Orsay in Paris, from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM, and gathered former laureates of the prestigious Marianne Initiative.

The meeting offered a platform for in-depth discussions on human rights issues, with a special focus on the role of remembrance in fostering understanding of the Shoah and its lasting impact. Mrs. Rome, known for her advocacy in international human rights, led the conversation, providing insight into France's efforts to preserve the memory of historical injustices and promote human dignity.

The exchange of ideas and perspectives during the meeting was seen as an important step toward strengthening international cooperation on human rights, fostering a shared commitment to upholding justice, and ensuring that the lessons of the past continue to guide future generations.

Mr. Islam raised concerns about ongoing human rights violations in Bangladesh, including torture, extrajudicial killings, and political repression, such as arbitrary arrests and fabricated charges. He also addressed violence and harassment against journalists and lawyers, including wrongful arrests and false accusations. Additionally, he highlighted violence against the LGBT community and religious minorities, such as Hindus and Ahmadis, who face attacks, killings, vandalism, and the looting of homes, businesses, and places of worship.

Mr. Islam handed over the JMBF State of LGBT Rights in Bangladesh 2022 to the Human Rights Ambassador and the Secretary-General of the Interministerial Delegation for Refugee Reception.

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JMBF is an independent non-profit, nonpartisan human rights organization registered in France with registration number W931027714 under the association law of 1901, dedicated to defending human rights, fighting for justice, and empowering communities in Bangladesh and beyond.