IOI Ombudsman News 28/2023

Date of article: 21/07/2023

Daily News of: 24/07/2023

Country:  WORLD

Author:

Article language: en

 

IOI | President makes submission to the review of Statutory Offices of the House of Assembly of Newfoundland and Labrador

IOI President Chris Field PSM was very pleased to have had the opportunity to make a submission to the Review of Statutory Offices of the House of Assembly of Newfoundland and Labrador, being undertaken by the Honourable Robert A. Fowler.



» more information

» google translate (Francais)
» google translate (Español)

 

Left to right: Ombudsman of Thailand, Songsak Saicheua; Acting Deputy Head of Mission, Jane Racancoj; and IOI President, Chris Field PSM.

IOI | President participates in the Australian Embassy Speaker Series on the occasion of his official visit to Thailand

As part of his official visit to Thailand, IOI President Chris Field PSM was delighted to be invited to participate in the Australian Embassy Speaker Series. President Field was joined by his friend and colleague, Ombudsman of Thailand, Songsak Saicheua. 



» more information

» google translate (Francais)
» google translate (Español)

 

 

AORC | Webinar on Strengthening Cyber Security in Ombudsman Institutions

Join the African Ombudsman Research Centre (AORC), a research and training arm of the African Ombudsman and Mediators' Association (AOMA), for an essential webinar on "Strengthening Cyber Security in Ombudsman Institutions" on Tuesday, 25 July 2023 from 10:00 am - 11:30 am (GMT+2). 



» more information

» google translate (Francais)
» google translate (Español)

 

IOI President, Chris Field PSM and Chief Ombudsman of Thailand and Asia Region President, Somsak Suwansujarit.

AUSTRALIA | Bilateral Meeting under the MoU between the office of the Ombudsman of Thailand and the office of the Ombudsman of Western Australia

An invitation from the Chief Ombudsman of Thailand for Western Australian Ombudsman and IOI President, Chris Field PSM, to visit Bangkok and attend the 2023 Asia Region Meeting of the IOI and International Seminar proved a propitious occasion for the two offices to undertake a Bilateral Meeting under the MoU.



» more information

» google translate (Francais)
» google translate (Español)

 

 

PORTUGAL | Ombudsman warns against collection of undue charges and failure to deliver proof of denunciation to citizens

The Ombudsperson addressed a Recommendation to the Minister of Internal Administration, drawing attention to the collection of undue charges by the security forces and renewing her appeal for a definitive solution to the lack of delivery of proof of payment for denunciations made by citizens.



» more information

» google translate (Francais)
» google translate (Español)

 

 

BRAZIL | National Ombudsman (PFDC) releases Management Report 2022

The Office of the National Ombudsman of Brazil (PFDC) has published its Management Report 2020 - 2022. Among the body’s various agendas are the migratory crisis, the fight against homotransphobia and racism, the defence of women’s rights, human rights at the corporate level, freedom of expression, adequate food, the forced disappearance of people and the promotion of human rights.



» more information

» google translate (Francais)
» google translate (Español)

 

Report now available

CANADA | BC Ombudsperson releases 2023 report “Time to Right the Wrong”

The Ombudsperson of British Colombia (BC) released its report on 18 July 2023. It addresses the recent complaints to the Ombudsperson from surviving members of the Doukhobor community, who were apprehended, institutionalized and maltreated as children in the 1950s. The report draws on information from a 1999 BC Ombudsman investigation and report, renewing the call for both an apology and compensation. 



» more information

» google translate (Francais)
» google translate (Español)

 

Le Médiateur du Faso a rendu une visite de courtoisie aux autorités coutumières et religieuses

BURKINA FASO | Le Médiateur échange avec les autorités coutumières et religieuses de Banfora

C’est une coutume pour le Médiateur du Faso de rendre une visite de courtoisie aux autorités coutumières et religieuses. A Banfora, le mercredi 12 juillet 2023, le Médiateur du Faso, madame Fatimata SANOU/TOURE a rencontré les leaders des communautés coutumières, musulmane, protestante et catholique de Banfora.



» more information

» google translate
» google translate (Español)

 

 

ESPAÑA | La Generalitat elimina la obligación de la cita previa a petición del Síndic

El Gobierno de la Generalitat aprobó un nuevo modelo de atención al ciudadano que incluye dos medidas que el Síndic venía reclamando desde hace tiempo. En primer lugar, se ha suprimido la preinscripción obligatoria para acceder a servicios y trámites. En segundo lugar, la Generalitat ha anunciado que el teléfono de información ciudadana 012 será gratuito.



» more information

» google translate
» google translate (Francais)

 

 

HONG KONG, CHINA | Results of Ombudsman’s investigation into Housing Department’s arrangements for senior citizens and converted one-person units

The Ombudsman, Ms Winnie Chiu, announced at a press conference on 13 July 2023,  the completion of a direct investigation into the arrangements for Housing for Senior Citizens (“HSC”) and converted one-person (“C1P”) units by the Housing Department (“HD”), and made eight recommendations for improvement to HD.



» more information

» google translate (Francais)
» google translate (Español)

 

 

MOLDOVA | Report on human rights and freedoms in the Republic of Moldova

The Office of the People's Advocate (Ombudsman) of Moldova has published its Report on Human Rights and Freedoms in the Republic of Moldova in 2022. The Report presents essential information from the work of the People's Advocate containing a collection of emergency and planned activities, aimed to support and encourage the national authorities to advance on human rights. 



» more information

» google translate (Francais)
» google translate (Español)

 

Jorge Barraguirre y Gabriel Savino

ARGENTINA | El Defensor Savino recibió al Procurador General de la Corte Suprema provincial

Gabriel Savino y Jorge Barraguirre analizaron temas vinculados con la situación de las infancias y adolescencias, la Justicia Penal Restaurativa y el desarrollo electoral en la provincia de Santa Fe, entre otras cuestiones.



» more information

» google translate
» google translate (Francais)

 

The Forum for Dialogue between the Ombudsperson’s Institution and Civil Society Organizations

KOSOVO | Working meeting of the Forum for Dialogue between the Ombudsperson’s Institution and Civil Society Organizations

The regular working meeting of the Forum for Dialogue between the Ombudsperson’s Institution and Civil Society Organizations was held on Thursday 14 July 2023, in Pristina. In this meeting, the cooperation of the Ombudsperson and civil society in undertaking joint initiatives for the protection of basic human rights and freedoms in the country was highly appreciated. 



» more information

» google translate (Francais)
» google translate (Español)

 

Mr. Ajaz Ali Khan, Ombudsman Sindh, presenting the Annual Report of 2022 to Syed Murad Ali Shah, Chief Minister Sindh

PAKISTAN | Ombudsman Sindh presents Annual Report 2022 to Governor and Chief Minister Sindh

Provincial Ombudsman Sindh, Mr. Ajaz Ali Khan, presented the Annual Report of the Ombudsman Institution for the year 2022 to the Chief Minister Sindh on 11 June 2023 and to the Governor Sindh on 12 June 2023. The report highlighted the performance, achievements and progress of the Institution during the year 2022.



» more information

» google translate (Francais)
» google translate (Español)

 

Miembros del Yuan de Control inspeccionan el parque residencial  circular de energía verde inteligente (25 de mayo de 2023)

YUAN DE CONTROL, TAIWÁN | Inspección de la aplicación de tecnologías de energía verde y 5G AIoT

Los días 25 y 26 de mayo de 2023, el presidente de Control Yuan, Chen Chu, el presidente y miembro de la Comisión de Finanzas y Economía, Shih Chin-Fang, y otros miembros visitaron varias instituciones para obtener más información sobre la aplicación de la energía verde y las tecnologías 5G AIoT, el desarrollo de la industria de la energía eólica marina y el desarrollo de talentos.



» more information

» google translate
» google translate (Francais)

 

After the interface with the committee, Ombudsman Malera also interacted with the Media

MALAWI | Malawi Ombudsman releases 2022 Annual Report

The Office of the Ombudsman in Malawi has released its 2022 Annual Report, highlighting some of the successes registered in the year under review and prospects for 2023. Ombudsman Grace Malera presented the report before the Legal Affairs Committee of Parliament on Tuesday, 4 July 2023.



» more information

» google translate (Francais)
» google translate (Español)

 

Reporte semenal ahora disponible

AMÉRICA LATINA | 79. Reporte Internacional de “Derechos Humanos en Perspectiva Internacional”

Les hacemos llegar el 79. Reporte Internacional de “Derechos Humanos en Perspectiva Internacional” elaborado por el Programa de Observación y Asistencia para el Fortalecimiento de las Defensorías del Pueblo, que forma parte de la Unidad de Política Institucional de la Defensoría del Pueblo de la Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires (Argentina).



» more information

» google translate
» google translate (Francais)

 

Read more

La Diputación del Común recibe a representantes del Servicio para la Asistencia a Víctimas de discriminación racial en Canarias

Date of article: 21/07/2023

Daily News of: 24/07/2023

Country:  Spain - Canary Islands

Author:

Article language: es

Reunión entre representantes de la Diputación del Común y las oficinas oficiales del Servicio para la Asistencia a Víctimas del CEDRE en Canarias

Personal de las oficinas oficiales del Servicio para la Asistencia y Orientación a Víctimas de Discriminación Racial o Étnica del Consejo para la Eliminación de la Discriminación Racial o Étnica (CEDRE)[1], órgano colegiado adscrito a la Dirección General para la Igualdad de Trato y Diversidad Étnico Racial del Ministerio de Igualdad, se reunieron con la adjunta segunda, Milagros Fuentes, y la adjunta de Igualdad y Violencia de Género, Beatriz Barrera, para presentar el Servicio del CEDRE, así como los principales resultados de la Memoria anual del Servicio en 2022.

Las dos oficinas oficiales del Servicio del CEDRE presentes en el territorio están a cargo de la Comisión Española de Ayuda al Refugiado (CEAR) -en la provincia de Las Palmas- y Cruz Roja -en la provincia de Santa Cruz de Tenerife-. Ambas tienen como objetivo principal prestar una atención integral y coordinada a las víctimas de incidentes discriminatorios por motivos raciales y étnicos, y dar respuesta a las necesidades específicas de las mismas mediante la intervención de un equipo técnico especializado en el abordaje de la discriminación y los delitos de odio.

El personal del Servicio del CEDRE se encarga de asesorar y acompañar a quienes acuden al mismo en las actuaciones que deseen llevar a cabo: interlocución, negociación, mediación, interposición de una queja, reclamación o denuncia, derivación a otros recursos, etc.

Las representantes de las oficinas oficiales del Servicio del CEDRE en Canarias trasladaron a las adjuntas que “existe discriminación racial en Canarias, para acceder a los recursos sociales de las islas”, una discriminación tanto explícita y directa como indirecta que se produce por el origen racial o étnico de las personas. Igualmente, trasladaron que un gran número de casos de discriminación que se producen también en otros ámbitos, no se denuncian.

Las adjuntas, Milagros Fuentes y Beatriz Barrera, establecieron vías de trabajo con ambas oficinas oficiales, con el objetivo de colaborar en la defensa de los derechos de las personas que se enfrentan a discriminación racial o étnica.

[1] https://igualdadynodiscriminacion.igualdad.gob.es/elConsejo/portada/home.htm

[2] https://igualdadynodiscriminacion.igualdad.gob.es/novedades/novedades/2023/pdf/MEMORIA_ANUAL__2022_CEDRE.pdf

Read more

Ombudsman Rob Behrens to receive Honorary Doctorate of Arts from Coventry University

Date of article: 21/07/2023

Daily News of: 24/07/2023

Country:  United Kingdom

Author:

Article language: en

Rob Behrens CBE, the Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman, will receive an Honorary Doctorate of Arts from Coventry University today.

Rob is being honoured for his dedication to resolution services with higher education and significant contributions within the field of international development. 

Rob said:

“I am delighted to receive this honour from Coventry University, where my professional life began, and from where I first learned about independent inquiries through a study of Lord Scarman’s inquiry into the Brixton Disorders in 1981. 

“As an academic, civil servant and Ombudsman, I have been lucky enough to participate in a wide range of initiatives designed to resolve disputes, promote mediation and encourage comparative learning in the UK and across the world. Of these, a small contribution to the development of democratic public service in South Africa, to the building of dispute resolution mechanisms in higher education and the NHS stand out. 

“At the root of them all is understanding the value of engagement between the world of practice and higher education, and I will always be grateful to Coventry University and colleagues there for pointing the way.” 

Read more

Reunión de la Valedora do Pobo con la presidenta de Fademur Galicia.

Date of article: 21/07/2023

Daily News of: 24/07/2023

Country:  Spain - Galicia

Author:

Article language: es

La presidenta de Fademur Galicia, Verónica Marcos Arrojo, ha acudido a la Institución de la Valedora do Pobo con el objeto de trasladar la problemática relativa a las deficiencias detectadas en los sistemas telemáticos de protección de las víctimas de violencia de género -dispositivos cometa-y las consecuencias que ello tiene respecto a las mismas.

Fademur es la federación de asociaciones de mujeres rurales con implantación en toda España. Por cuestiones competenciales se trasladará la queja al Defensor del Pueblo.

Read more

Commissioner for Human Rights asks about overseas voting precincts

Date of article: 20/07/2023

Daily News of: 24/07/2023

Country:  Poland

Author:

Article language: en

Commissioner for Human Rights asks about overseas voting precincts. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs responds that it is taking steps to properly prepare and conduct elections abroad.
The Commissioner has received complaints from citizens concerning the establishment of voting precincts overseas. In his letter to the Ministry, the CHR emphasized that the establishment of an adequate number of the precincts and their proper arrangement are crucial to ensure that citizens can effectively exercise their constitutional rights to vote. Appropriate organization is especially important to prevent the overload of the overseas precincts. 
In its response the Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed its intention to increase the number of the precincts. The Ministry announced the creation of 400 voting precincts for citizens overseas-                     an increase of 80 from the previous election.

Read more