Since its establishment thirty years ago, ODIHR has assumed a leading role in the OSCE region in supporting states to strengthen their democratic institutions and respect for human rights, the rule of law as well as creating a platform for civil society to interact with national authorities, ensuring their voice is heard. ODIHR’s unique mandate stems from the commitments made by every OSCE state, and this continues to be the basis of all its work.
WHEN
14 October 2021, 10:00 - 15 October 2021, 18:00
WHERE
Warsaw (Palace of Culture and Science, 4th Floor, Plac Defilad 1) and online
ORGANIZED BY
ODIHR, co-organized by the 2021 Swedish OSCE Chairpersonship and Poland as the host country
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Participants in the high-level panel of ODIHR's 30th anniversary conference (left to right): OSCE High Commissioner on National Minorities Kairat Abdrakhmanov, President of the OSCE Parliamentary Assembly Margareta Cederfelt, OSCE Secretary General Helga Maria Schmid, Amnesty International's Secretary General Agnès Callamard and OSCE Representative on Freedom of the Media Teresa Ribeiro. Warsaw, 14 October 2021.
Matteo Meccaci, ODIHR Director (left) and Ann Linde, OSCE Chairperson-in-Office and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Sweden (right) arriving at the venue of ODIHR's 30 anniversary conference. Warsaw, 14 October 2021.
Matteo Mecacci, ODIHR Director (left) welcoming Szymon Szynkowski vel Sęk, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Poland (right) at the opening of ODIHR's 30th anniversary conference. Warsaw, 14 October 2021.
Szymon Szynkowski vel Sęk, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Poland, delivering opening remarks at ODIHR's 30th anniversary conference. Warsaw, 14 October 2021.
Participants in the high-level panel of ODIHR's 30 anniversary conference (left to right): OSCE High Commissioner on National Minorities Kairat Abdrakhmanov, President of the OSCE Parliamentary Assembly Margareta Cederfelt and OSCE Secretary General Helga Maria Schmid. Warsaw, 14 October 2021.
Margareta Cederfelt, President of the OSCE Parliamentary Assembly, participating in the high-level panel of ODIHR's 30th anniversary conference. Warsaw, 14 October 2021.
OSCE Secretary General Helga Maria Schmid (right) speaking during a high-level panel of ODIHR's 30th anniversary conference, as Margareta Cederfelt, President of the OSCE Parliamentary Assembly (left), listens. Warsaw, 14 October 2021.
Ann Linde, OSCE Chairperson-in-Office and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Sweden (right) and Matteo Mecacci, ODIHR Director, during a press conference on the sidelines of ODIHR's 30 anniversary conference. Warsaw, 14 October 2021.
Participants join ODIHR's 30th anniversary conference via video conference to discuss inclusive participation in public and political life. Warsaw, 14 October 2021.
Civil society representatives from across the OSCE region joined ODIHR in celebrating its 30th anniversary during a high-level conference in Warsaw on 14 and 15 October 2021.
Rita Izsák-Ndiaye, Personal Representative of the OSCE Chairperson-in-Office on Children and Security (left), and Konstantine Vardzelashvili, Chief of the Legislative Support Unit at ODIHR's Democratization Department (right), participate in a session on democracy as the only legitimate system of government in the OSCE region at ODIHR's 30th anniversary conference. Warsaw, 14 October 2021.
Participants from all across the OSCE region celebrated ODIHR's 30th anniversary and discussed the future of democratic societies during a high-level conference in Warsaw. 14 October 2021.
Rita Izsák-Ndiaye, Personal Representative of the OSCE Chairperson-in-Office on Children and Security, participates in a session on democracy as the only legitimate system of government in the
OSCE region at ODIHR's 30th anniversary conference. Warsaw, 14 October 2021.
Yuri Dzhibladze of Civic Solidarity Platform participates in a session on democracy as the only legitimate system of government in the OSCE region at ODIHR's 30th anniversary conference. Warsaw, 14 October 2021.
ODIHR Director Matteo Mecacci listening to a panel discussion on promoting and protecting human rights and fundamental freedoms together at ODIHR's 30th anniversary conference. Warsaw, 15 October 2021.
Hugh Williamson, Director of Europe and Central Asia Division at Human Rights Watch (left) and human rights defender Oleksandra Matviychuk (right) participate in a panel discussion on promoting and protecting human rights and fundamental freedoms together at ODIHR's 30th anniversary conference. Warsaw, 15 October 2021. (OSCE/Piotr Markowski)
Racha Haffar, Founder and CEO of the Youth Against Slavery Movement (right) and Andrea Huber, Head of ODIHR's Human Rights Department (left) during a panel discussion on promoting and protecting human rights and fundamental freedoms together at ODIHR's 30th anniversary conference. Warsaw, 15 October 2021.
Addressing all forms of intolerance and discrimination and building equal and inclusive societies was among the topics discussed during ODIHR's 30th anniversary conference in Warsaw. 15 October 2021.
The recording of statements and discussions is available below.
Day 1
Day 2
The conference
Since its establishment thirty years ago, ODIHR has assumed a leading role in the OSCE region in supporting states to strengthen their democratic institutions and respect for human rights, the rule of law as well as creating a platform for civil society to interact with national authorities, ensuring their voice is heard. ODIHR’s unique mandate stems from the commitments made by every OSCE state, and this continues to be the basis of all its work.
On the thirtieth anniversary of its establishment, ODIHR is convening a two-day conference to mark the many achievements of the last three decades, consider current challenges and opportunities, and discuss the Office’s role in continuing to help find solutions and promote democracy and human rights in the future. The conference will also allow participants to share experiences and exchange best practices, including new practices during the Covid-19 pandemic, which has affected every person in every country across the region.
ODIHR is grateful for the support of the Swedish Chairpersonship in the concept and organisation of the conference, as well as of Poland, the Office’s host country.
Participants
Representatives of OSCE participating States, OSCE institutions and OSCE executive structures, representatives of inter-governmental organizations, representatives of civil society, and researchers from the 57 participating States are encouraged to participate. The Partners for Co-operation are invited to attend and contribute with respect to their co-operation and links with the ODIHR.
Registration
Online registration at https://meetings.odihr.pl will be open from Thursday, 16 September 14:00 CET until Thursday, 7 October 23:59 CET.
Participation in the event is free of charge. Travel and accommodation costs should be borne by participants. To facilitate your stay in Warsaw, The List of Hotels and Booking Forms are available in the Resources section below, under Accommodation.
Modalities
The meeting will start with opening remarks, followed by a high-level debate, three topical sessions, and closing remarks.
Interpretation will be provided into English and Russian.
Given the restrictions related to Covid-19, this meeting will take place both in-person and online. Please note that the number of seats in the venue is limited due to capacity limitations.
Contact
Contact us for any questions you may have about the event co-ordination, programme enquiries and registration at 30years@odihr.pl.
Please consult this webpage regularly, as further information will be added closer to the event.
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