Armenian Ombudsperson highlights importance of countering hate speech during meeting with European Parliament member
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Armenian Human Rights Defender Anahit Manasyan met with Member of the European Parliament Marina Mesure on July 15, highlighting the importance of addressing hate speech in Armenia.
According to a statement issued by the Office of the Human Rights Defender, Manasyan outlined the institution’s main areas of activity during the meeting.
The discussions covered a range of human rights issues, including the protection of the rights of forcibly displaced persons, women, children, national minorities, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ+ persons, labour rights, and safeguards within criminal proceedings.
Manasyan noted that although progress has been made in several areas, significant human rights challenges remain and require sustained and consistent efforts.
She also drew attention to the prevalence of hate speech in Armenia and stressed the importance of countering it.
The Ombudsperson further underlined the need for systemic reforms in human rights education.
The two sides emphasized the importance of international cooperation in protecting human rights and strengthening democratic values.
At the conclusion of the meeting, they reaffirmed their readiness to cooperate in areas of mutual interest.