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Defending the rights, dignity, and freedom of every human being — since 2012.
Who We Are

An Independent Voice for the Oppressed

The Geneva Center for Democracy and Human Rights is an independent, non-profit organization whose main mission is the defense of human rights and democracy. Protecting democracy and a culture of good governance is one of our center’s main objectives.

We also work to eradicate what remains of colonial regimes around the world, particularly in the Pacific and the Middle East. Based in Geneva, the center was founded in 2012, the year several Arab revolutions began: Tunisia, Egypt, Yemen, Syria, Libya, and others.
Our motivation is primarily the will of the people to revolt against all types of oppression, and also against the tyrants who have governed them for many years. With our team of experts, consultants and advisors in international law, we strive to defend human rights, and we focus on violations of people’s right to expression and freedom.
In addition to our administrative/political office in Geneva (home to many UN human rights bodies), we have a regional office in Tunisia and Turkey.
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Our Purpose

Mission & Vision

Our Mission

To defend human rights and democracy worldwide by leveraging international law to hold perpetrators accountable, raising awareness of human rights violations, and lending support to local institutions.

  • Raise awareness of human rights worldwide
  • Hold perpetrators accountable under international law
  • Support local institutions with joint projects
  • Fight against impunity and totalitarianism

Our Vision

A world where democracy, good governance, and respect for human rights are the norm — where every individual can live free from oppression, torture, and tyranny, and where the rule of law prevails over impunity.

  • A culture of respect for democracy worldwide
  • Eradication of colonial regimes globally
  • Protection of marginalized populations
  • Universal respect for freedom of expression
Our Project

Main Objectives

To raise awareness of human rights worldwide.

To leverage international law to hold perpetrators of human rights violations accountable.

To lend a hand to local institutions in the implementation of joint projects.

To encourage human rights organizations and policymakers to focus on specific violations.

To highlight the challenges faced by marginalized populations.

To encourage the use of peaceful and legal means to denounce perpetrators of human rights violations.

To work towards the existence of a local culture of respect for democracy and the fight against impunity and totalitarianism.

To work towards eliminating what remains of colonial regimes, particularly in the Pacific and the Middle East.

Guidelines

Main Guidelines

  • Promote the rights of refugees and migrants and the treatment of civilians during armed conflicts.
  • Protecting the rights of women, children and young people.
  • Fight relentlessly against torture and extrajudicial killings.
  • Protecting freedom of expression and association.
  • Rule of law & good governance as guarantees of respect for human rights and democracy.
The Assembly

Our Board Members

A team of experts, consultants and advisors in international law, striving to defend human rights.

Mr. Anouar Gharbi

President

Co-founder and President of the Geneva Centre for Democracy & Human Rights…

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Pr.Dr.Aissa MAIZA

Vice-President
Distinguished academic professor and legal scholar serving as the Vice-President of GCDHR. Dr. Maiza directs our research initiatives..
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Dr. Mohamed Mefteh

Member of the Board
Expert legal advisor and dedicated board member of GCDHR, specializing in constitutional rights protection and supporting local civic…
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Mme. Todini Paola

General Secretary
Legal professional and General Secretary of GCDHR. She coordinates our international liaison programs, administrative compliance under
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Mr. Mohamed RAMLAOUI

Director of Istanbul Branch

Director of the regional branch of the Geneva Centre in Istanbul, Turkey. He coordinates regional investigations, acts as a primary

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Me. Salim Ben Hamidan

Member of the Board
Prominent international lawyer and legal advisor to GCDHR. Me. Salim Ben Hamidan leads our legal advocacy strategies, defending political…
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Mr. Hussein Abdelhamid

Member of the Board
Director of the regional branch of the Geneva Centre in Istanbul, Turkey. He coordinates regional investigations, acts as a primary
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Rashida Abbas

Founder of the Hydro-Justice Fellowship
Founder and Chief Academic Director of the Hydro-Justice Fellowship. Specialist in international environmental jurisprudence and UN Special Procedures engagement.
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Core Values

Organizational Values

The principles that guide every decision, every case, and every advocacy effort we undertake.

Independence

We operate free from political or corporate influence, guided solely by our commitment to human rights.

Integrity

We uphold the highest ethical standards in all our advocacy, research, and legal work.

Compassion

We center the dignity and voices of those most affected by human rights violations.

Your Support Saves Lives

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Behind every statistic is a child, a mother, a family fighting to survive. Your support provides legal aid, shelter, and hope to communities devastated by human rights violations from Gaza to Africa and beyond.

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Silence is Not an Option.
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If you have witnessed or experienced a human rights violation, your voice can save a life. Don’t let suffering go unnoticed. Don’t let justice go undone.
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