Executive CommitteeThe International Human Rights Network of Academies and Scholarly Societies (H.R. Network) is governed by an executive committee composed of academy members from 12 countries. The Committee on Human Rights of the U.S. National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine in Washington, D.C. serves as the H.R. Network's secretariat. Participants
National academies and scholarly societies that have human rights committees or an interest in human rights issues are invited to participate in the H.R. Network. See here for more information about H.R. Network participants. |
Statements
The Executive Committee makes occasional public statements on issues related to the mandate of the H.R. Network and it encourages members to support and publicize them. H.R. Network Executive Committee statements. Resources
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In the Spotlight
H.R. Network Executive Committee Issues Statement Concerning Threat to Autonomy of the Hungarian Academy of Sciences
July 29, 2019
The Executive Committee of the H.R. Network issued a statement on July 29, 2019 concerning the Hungarian National Assembly’s adoption of a bill, subsequently signed by the president, that effectively hands over control of the Hungarian Academy of Sciences’ research institutes to the government. The Executive Committee joins other international scientific colleagues in strongly opposing the measures outlined in the bill on the grounds that they infringe upon the core principles of academic freedom and institutional autonomy that underpin the scientific enterprise and threaten to diminish Hungary’s tradition of excellence in research and innovation. See the full statement here.
July 29, 2019
The Executive Committee of the H.R. Network issued a statement on July 29, 2019 concerning the Hungarian National Assembly’s adoption of a bill, subsequently signed by the president, that effectively hands over control of the Hungarian Academy of Sciences’ research institutes to the government. The Executive Committee joins other international scientific colleagues in strongly opposing the measures outlined in the bill on the grounds that they infringe upon the core principles of academic freedom and institutional autonomy that underpin the scientific enterprise and threaten to diminish Hungary’s tradition of excellence in research and innovation. See the full statement here.
“Many members ... affiliated with the International Human Rights Network, got to know about my case, became concerned, and actively intervened in order to obtain—in a civilized way—improvements in my confinement. For all of those humanitarian actions, I send, from the depths of my heart, my warmest thanks to all of the people who … did everything possible (and impossible) so that my release could become a reality.” (Héctor Maseda Gutiérrez, March 29, 2011)
Engaging with Human Rights in the National Academy Context: A Resource Guide
In recognition of the unique and important role national academies play in promoting human rights, the H.R. Network has developed the resource guide, Engaging with Human Rights in the National Academy Context.
Around the world, national academies and their members have made outstanding contributions to the improvement of the human condition. Their knowledge and expertise is essential in addressing pressing domestic and international concerns related to science and technology. Engagement with internationally recognized human rights norms complements this vital work and helps to shape responsible solutions to new global challenges.
The H.R. Network's guide highlights the creative, and varying, ways in which national academies around the world are integrating human rights activities into their work. In particular, it examines:
We hope the guide inspires academies wishing to become more involved with human rights issues.
For more information on the themes addressed in the resource guide, view the accompanying webinar, in which several academy members participating in the H.R. Network discuss their academies' involvement in matters of human rights concern.
Engaging with Human Rights in the National Academy Context: A Resource Guide
In recognition of the unique and important role national academies play in promoting human rights, the H.R. Network has developed the resource guide, Engaging with Human Rights in the National Academy Context.
Around the world, national academies and their members have made outstanding contributions to the improvement of the human condition. Their knowledge and expertise is essential in addressing pressing domestic and international concerns related to science and technology. Engagement with internationally recognized human rights norms complements this vital work and helps to shape responsible solutions to new global challenges.
The H.R. Network's guide highlights the creative, and varying, ways in which national academies around the world are integrating human rights activities into their work. In particular, it examines:
- Appeals Concerning Human Rights Violations
- Assistance Following Conflict and Human Rights Abuse
- Human Rights Dialogue and Research
We hope the guide inspires academies wishing to become more involved with human rights issues.
For more information on the themes addressed in the resource guide, view the accompanying webinar, in which several academy members participating in the H.R. Network discuss their academies' involvement in matters of human rights concern.
13th Biennial Meeting of the Network
The H.R. Network was created in May 1993 at the U.S. National Academy of Sciences in Washington, D.C. and has met approximately every two years since then. Each meeting is hosted by a different member academy of the H.R. Network and more than 90 national academies and scholarly societies have sent representatives to at least one meeting.
The 13th Biennial Meeting of the H.R. Network was hosted by the Korean Academy of Science and Technology from October 25-27, 2018 in Seoul, Korea.
Our next biennial meeting will be held in 2020. More information about the location and dates will be announced soon.
The 13th Biennial Meeting of the H.R. Network was hosted by the Korean Academy of Science and Technology from October 25-27, 2018 in Seoul, Korea.
Our next biennial meeting will be held in 2020. More information about the location and dates will be announced soon.
“No words are enough to express my recognition to the efforts of the members of your Institutions and those of the International Network on my behalf…I am convinced that I owe my release in a great extent to all of you.” (Oscar Espinosa Chepe, March 22, 2005)
Contact Us
To contact the secretariat of the International Human Rights Network of Academies and Scholarly Societies, please send an email to hrnetwork@nas.edu or call us at the telephone number below.
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