Faculty of International Relations Marks International Human Rights Day with Academic Event
The Faculty of International Relations and Diplomatic Studies organised an academic event to commemorate International Human Rights Day, marking the 72nd anniversary of the adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR). The event formed part of the Faculty’s ongoing commitment to promoting human rights values, strengthening academic engagement with issues of rights and freedoms, and fostering a culture of knowledge, justice, and mutual understanding.
The event featured a 90-minute scientific lecture attended by human rights experts, academics, legal professionals, faculty members, and students. Discussions focused on human rights mechanisms, their practical significance, and the challenges associated with their implementation at both national and international levels.
Key Speakers and Contributions
Dr Salah Al-Mubarak Yousif, Human Rights Expert, delivered an in-depth presentation on international and regional human rights protection mechanisms, institutional monitoring frameworks, and technical approaches to documenting and analysing violations. His contribution provided strong analytical and academic depth to the discussion.
Mr Hisham Kamal Hamad, Teaching Assistant, highlighted the importance of human rights as a cognitive and ethical foundation, emphasising the role of universities in raising awareness and preparing qualified cadres capable of promoting and protecting rights.
Professor Qurashi Mohammed Ali addressed fundamental human rights concepts from a philosophical perspective, drawing on his experience in international conferences concerned with accountability and human rights advocacy.
Official Guest: Professor Sayed Al-Abidin, Secretary-General of the Sudanese Bar Association, offered a legally grounded intervention outlining the role of the Bar Association and its Human Rights Committee in monitoring conditions in Sudan, supported by field-based professional insights.
Dr Sheimaa emphasised the importance of embedding a human rights culture within the university environment and the central role of education in strengthening individual and societal awareness.
Dr Dafallah Al-Ghali underscored the need to sustain human rights discourse within academic institutions and highlighted the contribution of scientific research to analysing human rights conditions and developing innovative responses.
Student Engagement and Outcomes
Students of the Faculty actively participated in the event, demonstrating strong interest in human rights issues and engagement with both national and international perspectives—reflecting a high level of awareness and academic involvement.
Recommendations
The event concluded with several key recommendations, including:
Launching university-wide human rights awareness initiatives.
Dedicating academic and intellectual activities to examining the current situation in Sudan from a human rights perspective.
Strengthening cooperation between the University and specialised national and international human rights bodies.
The event reaffirmed the Faculty’s commitment to its academic and humanitarian mission and its role as a knowledge-based institution contributing to the promotion of justice, freedom, and human dignity, particularly in light of current national and regional challenges.