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Netherlands
Zabib, balancing motherhood and activism in South Sudan
"Being an activist shouldn’t stop women from having children, and having children shouldn’t stop women from their activist work. Let’s not give up."
Shelter City Rotterdam
Félix, shedding light on the harsh reality in Mexico, despite the dangers
Learn more about Félix, a Mexican photojournalist and a human rights defender.
Shelter City Amsterdam
Jhon León: defensores de los derechos humanos unidos por Shelter City para cambiar el mundo
Jhon es un defensor de derechos humanos colombiano. Aquí reflexiona sobre cómo Shelter City ha impactado, de manera positiva, su vida y trabajo.
Shelter City The Hague
Jhon León: Shelter City unites human rights defenders to change the world
John is a Colombian human rights defender. Here he reflects on how Shelter City has positively impacted his life and his work.
Shelter City The Hague
Raúl, creating safe spaces for the LGBTIQ+ community
Read about Mexican LGBTIQ+ defender Raul and his work to provide shelter to LGBTIQ+ persons.
Shelter City Utrecht
Wiecza, fighting for a better future for Venezuela
Learn more about Wiecza, a Venezuelan lawyer and human rights defender.
Shelter City Eindhoven
Numan, fighting for LGBTIQ+ rights in Malaysia
Learn more about Numan and his work to support the LGBTIQ+ community in Malaysia.
Shelter City Amsterdam
Manjula Pradeep, the inspiring activist behind Shelter City
Manjula Pradeep is an Indian human rights defenders and the inspiration behind Shelter City.
Shelter City Europe
Events
Feb 3, 2023 - Jan 4, 2024
Shelter City Utrecht: “UtRecht van de Mens” Exhibition
Experience a unique insight into the work and life of human rights defenders at the “UtRecht van de Mens” Exhibition Shelter City Utrecht partners Peace…
News
May 17, 2023
Internship position at Shelter City The Hague
Shelter City The Hague is offering an internship position. Find out more on the position, when and how to apply here.
Events
May 22, 2023 - May 26, 2023
Shelter City Maastricht: Maastricht Human Rights Week
Visit Maastricht for a week of inspiring activities and a celebration of human rights achievements.
News
April 25, 2023
Global Citizen explores Shelter City
Shelter City was recently featured in a Global Citizen article that explored the concept of safe havens for human rights defenders.
News
March 21, 2023
Shelter City Países Bajos: Convocatoria de solicitudes para septiembre de 2023
Shelter City Países Bajos: Convocatoria de solicitudes para septiembre de 2023 Vea esta convocatoria en inglés o francés. Justicia y Paz Países Bajos (Justice & Peace Netherlands) abre…
News
March 21, 2023
Shelter City Netherlands: Appel à candidatures pour septembre 2023
Shelter City Netherlands: Appel à candidatures pour septembre 2023 Consultez cet appel en anglais ou en espagnol. Justice et Paix Pays-Bas (Justice & Peace Netherlands) lance un nouvel…
News
March 21, 2023
Shelter City Netherlands: Call for Applications for September 2023
Shelter City Netherlands: Call for Applications for September 2023 View this call in French or Spanish. Justice & Peace Netherlands is launching a new call…
News
February 16, 2023
A tribute to Daniel Machozi Mupanza, Congolese human rights defender
A tribute to Daniel Machozi Mupanza, Congolese human rights defender Shelter City mourns the passing of Daniel Machozi Mupanza, a Congolese human rights defender, environmental…
Events
Dec 8, 2022 - Dec 8, 2022
Discussion panel on human rights in Southern Africa with Shelter City guest, Honneur-David
On the 8th of December, Honneur-David, human rights defender from DRC and a Shelter City Haarlem guest, will discuss the human rights in Southern Africa.
Events
Dec 8, 2022 - Jan 1, 2023
“With no Ithaca awaiting” exhibition by Shelter City Amsterdam guest, Félix
Join a photo exhibition "With no Ithaca awaiting" by current Shelter City Amsterdam guest and a photojournalist from Mexico, Félix.
Events
Nov 27, 2022 - Nov 27, 2022
Support human rights defender Ali’s half marathon for Shelter City
Donate and support Ali, a current Shelter City The Hague guest who is running a half marathon to fundraise for Shelter City!
Events
Nov 24, 2022 - Nov 24, 2022
Film screening: Punished for Protesting: how family members seek justice
Shelter City Utrecht & Peace Brigades International invite you to the film screening of not one, but two short films! The focus of the evening will be…
News
September 19, 2022
Convocatoria de solicitudes para iniciativas de Justice & Peace en 2023
Justice & Peace Netherlands está lanzando una nueva convocatoria de solicitudes para sus iniciativas: Shelter City y la iniciativa Artists’ Safe Haven.
News
September 19, 2022
Appel à candidatures pour les initiatives de Justice & Peace en 2023
Justice & Peace Netherlands lance un nouvel appel à candidatures pour ses initiatives : Shelter City et l’initiative Artists’ Safe Haven.
News
September 19, 2022
Call for applications for initiatives by Justice & Peace in 2023
Justice & Peace Netherlands is launching a new call for applications for its initiatives: Shelter City and Artists’ Safe Haven initiative.
News
September 8, 2022
Shelter City Impact Study: The impact of a decade together
Read the Shelter City Impact Study and learn about the impact made by Shelter City on human rights defenders over the course of 10 years.
News
September 8, 2022
Impact Story: Empowering myself to empower others
This impact story is part of a 5-part series of stories from the 2022 Shelter City Impact Study.
News
September 8, 2022
Impact Story: Feeling protected
This impact story is part of a 5-part series of stories from the 2022 Shelter City Impact Study.
News
September 8, 2022
Impact Story: Sustaining our work for the long-term
This impact story is part of a 5-part series of stories from the 2022 Shelter City Impact Study.
News
September 8, 2022
Impact Story: Re-strategizing our work
This impact story is part of a 5-part series of stories from the 2022 Shelter City Impact Study.