PublicationsOur commitment to maintaining a presence in countries for as long as needed gives us in-depth knowledge of the political situation in these places as it affects human rights defenders. Providing objective, accurate information is vital to ensuring the effectiveness of our work. For example, information on the effects of the political situation on human rights defenders in Colombia is an important reference point in European Union and United Nations institutions. In this sectionSecurity and Protection PublicationsThe Protection Handbook for Human Rights Defenders was published in 2007 by Front Line. It is a revised and condensed version of the Protection Manual produced in collaboration with PBI in 2005 (written by Enrique Eguren). A practical resource that human rights defenders can use in developing their security and protection plans and strategies. Covers techniques for analysing risks and threats and developing effective security and protection strategies and plans. A useful resource for those responsible for security in human rights NGOs and as a support for training for human rights defenders. BooksDVDs and videosMore informationLatest publications from PBI's projectsAnnual reviews and accountsAnnual reviews, published by the International Office of Peace Brigades International, contain summaries of project achievements, case studies and financial information. >> Download the annual reviews... |
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Sign up for PBI enewsSelect a local PBI enews or chose the International enews. Latest publications PBI Annual Review 2011PBI Annual Review 2011 (pdf 1.6 MB)  MIP 100 January 2012Our Monthly Information Package for January, details the activities of PBI during the month (including all meetings with national authorities, civil society organisations and the diplomatic corp). MIP 100 January 2012 (pdf 241 KB)  Bulletin 24 - 2nd of 2011Pre-trial custody and criminal justice procedures: three people from San Juan Sacatepequez deprived of liberty for almost three years - Follow up to the Community Consultation in Sacapulas, Quiché. Bulletin 24 - 2nd of 2011 (pdf 1.4 MB)  ColomPBIa no 18: Mining in Colombia - At what cost?, November 2011ColomPBIa no 18: Mining in Colombia - At what cost?, November 2011 (pdf 2.5 MB)  Bulletin 31 - Undermining the Land, November 2011Over the previous year, profits for mining rose to 15,474 million US dollars, 51% more than in 2009. Since then, Mexico is also the world’s top producer of silver. These figures are in contrast with the situation of campesino and indigenous communities affected by mining exploitation and exploration activities. In this publication, PBI gives a voice to the human rights defenders who are faced with big economic interests and who are fighting for their right to the land and to a clean environment. Bulletin 31 - Undermining the Land, November 2011 (pdf 4.2 MB)  PBI Nepal Impunity Publication - May 2011The culture of impunity in Nepal related to conflict-era crimes continues and affects present-day access to justice. There is an absence of rule of law in many areas and rising insecurity as a result. Human rights defenders working against impunity or within this environment are made vulnerable. Here PBI-Nepal's partners and volunteers describe the situation and the effects on human rights defenders. PBI Nepal Impunity Publication - May 2011 (pdf 2.6 MB)  ColomPBIa no 17: Gold fever in Northeast Antioquia, March 2011ColomPBIa no 17: Gold fever in Northeast Antioquia, March 2011 (pdf 1.7 MB)  Bulletin 20 - 1st of 2010'States of prevention: a solution or a cause of violence?', 'Women, land and territory', 'Major development projects in Chiquimula' and news from the Guatemala Project. Bulletin 20 - 1st of 2010 (pdf 2.2 MB)  Namaste 06 July 2010 - EnglishIn this 6th issue of Namaste PBI wishes to bring your attention to the topic of discrimination in Nepal. Despite improvements in the Interim Constitution of 2007, discrimination is still present in many laws. Namaste 06 July 2010 - English (pdf 812 KB)  Quarterly Bulletin June 2010Obituary Emmanuel Goo - Introduction to the Jakarta/Papua dialogue - The Jakarta/Papua dialogue; an interview with Muridan Widjojo from LIPI - The Jakarta/Papua dialogue; an interview with Neles Tebay - The Jakarta/Papua dialogue; an article by Matius Murid - The Jakarta/Papua dialogue; an article by Deacon John Djonga- The EU Guidelines for the safety of Human Rights Defenders an Indonesian approach - The implementation of the EU Guidelines for Human Rights Defenders an opportunity and a challenge - A former volunteer returns: an interview with Gerrit Meyer - Staff profile: an interview with the IP International Volunteer Coordinator Quarterly Bulletin June 2010 (pdf 549 KB) |
