Amnesty International Chair

Amnesty International Chair Award

Established in partnership between Amnesty International and Ghent University, the Amnesty International Chair honors individuals who have made an exceptional contribution to the advancement of human rights around the world.

Each year, the Chair is awarded to a prominent advocate, scholar, or public figure whose work exemplifies courage, integrity, and impact in the defense of human dignity and freedom. In recognition of their efforts, the laureate is invited to Ghent University to share their insights and experiences with both the academic community and the wider public.

As part of the Chair, the laureate delivers a public lecture at Ghent University on a human rights issue of global relevance. In addition, the laureate engages directly with students through a series of guest lectures, fostering dialogue, critical reflection, and deeper understanding of contemporary human rights challenges.

Through this collaboration, Amnesty International and Ghent University seek to amplify the voices of those at the forefront of human rights work and to inspire the next generation of global citizens and change-makers.

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Noura Erakat krijgt Leerstoel Amnesty International 2025

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Noura Erakat is een Palestijnse advocaat, activist en professor mensenrechten die de juridische en politieke discussies over het Israëlisch-Palestijnse conflict op uitzonderlijke wijze uitgedaagd en hertekend heeft. Erakat krijgt de Leerstoel op 27 maart 2025 in Gent.

Op de avond van de uitreiking van de Leerstoel geeft Erakat een lezing, later volgen gastcolleges voor studenten.

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