Update

***French President Hosts Reception for Human Rights Defenders at Élysée Palace***Human Rights Lawyer Shahanur Islam Joins Hands with ARDHIS for Bangladeshi LGBTQI Asylum Seekers in France***New Platform to Fight Discrimination Against LGBTQI+ Community in Bangladesh***Human Rights Advocates Meet with French Ambassador to the Council of Europe ***Bangladesh Needs to Make Further Progress Towards Gender Equality***JusticeMakers Bangladesh calls for justice and protection for religious minorities in Bangladesh***French Human Rights Ambassador Honours HR Defenders at Paris***JusticeMakers Bangladesh is deeply concerned over the harassment against student of Islamic University in Bangladesh***JusticeMakers Bangladesh urges to withdraw the ban of Prity's book "Jonmo O Jonir Itihas" immediately***JusticeMakers Bangladesh expresses deep concern, condemnation and protest over the vandalism 14 Hindu temples in Thakurgaon***JusticeMakers Bangladesh deeply concern over the threat of crossfire to the lawyer Aminul Gani Tito in Dhaka***JusticeMakers Bangladesh gravely concerns over the attacked on CEO of BELA***JusticeMakers Bangladesh gravely concerns over the disappearance of lawyer in Dhaka***JusticeMakers Bangladesh Urges Immidiate Release of Arrested Transgenders in Dhaka***JusticeMakers Bangladesh concerns over viciously attacked on lawyer Abdur Rashid Mollah at Dhaka***JusticeMakers Bangladesh gravely concerned over attacked on indigenous people at Bogura***JusticeMakers Bangladesh welcomes the decision of Metropolitan Magistrate to acquit four Transgenders in Dhaka***JusticeMakers Bangladesh Protests and concerns Over the Abduction and Torture of Two Trans-women in Meherpur***Shahanur Islam attended the 21st World Summit on Participatory Democracy at Grenoble, France***
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Wednesday, February 7, 2024

Human Rights Lawyer Addresses LGBTQI+ Violence in Bangladesh at International Conference in Paris

In a stirring address at the International Conference on Persecution of LGBT+ people held at Gaîté Lyrique, Paris, Shahanur Islam, a Bangladeshi Human Rights lawyer and Founder President of JusticeMaker Bangladesh in France (JMBF), shed light on the harrowing reality faced by LGBTQI+ individuals in Bangladesh. 

The conference, jointly organized by esteemed organizations including the Association for the Universal Decriminalization of Homosexuality (ADUH), ILGA World, Egides, Stop Homophobia, and LGBT International Solidarity on 6th February 2024, provided a platform for advocates and activists to discuss and address the global panorama of violence against the LGBTQI+ community.

Shahanur Islam's presentation delved into the findings of a media monitoring report on violence against LGBTQI+ people in Bangladesh throughout 2022, painting a stark picture of the challenges faced by this marginalized community. According to the report, a total of 204 LGBTQI+ individuals were subjected to significant violence across 51 incidents, ranging from killings and physical assaults to psychological abuse, attempted suicides, and various forms of harassment and extortion.

Wednesday, December 13, 2023

JMBF Participates in UNESCO's 75th Anniversary Commemoration of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights

JusticeMakers Bangladesh in France (JMBF) actively participated in the commemoration of the 75th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, organized by UNESCO in collaboration with the Permanent Representation of the European Union on December 11, 2023. The event served as a momentous occasion to reaffirm the global commitment to human rights and their crucial role in UNESCO's mission encompassing education, science, culture, and communication.

Focusing on UNESCO's Global Priorities—Africa and Gender Equality—the commemoration provided a platform for diverse perspectives, addressing the connections, challenges, and opportunities for impactful action in the realm of human rights. The Universal Declaration of Human Rights, adopted on December 10, 1948, continues to be hailed as "the common standard of achievement for all people and all nations."

Monday, December 11, 2023

JMBF Participates in the Commemoration of the 75th Anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights

In a world grappling with challenges to human rights, France hosted a pivotal conference at the iconic Palais de Chaillot in Paris on December 10, 2023, to mark the 75th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. The event, organized by the French Minister of Europe and Foreign Affairs, in collaboration with the Minister of Justice, aimed to rekindle dialogue, foster international cooperation, and reaffirm the timeless importance of the Declaration as a foundation for fundamental rights and liberties.

The conference, titled "75th Anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights: Defending the Rights of Everyone, Everywhere," was concluded by a powerful speech from the President of the Republic, Mr. Emmanuel Macron. The gathering served as a platform to address contemporary challenges to human rights and underline the universal and indivisible nature of these rights.

The event comprised three insightful round table discussions, exploring crucial themes: supporting and protecting human rights defenders, the new frontiers for rights, and fighting impunity everywhere.

Saturday, December 9, 2023

Founder President of JMBF, Shahanur Islam, Presents Paper on LGBTQI+ Rights at International Conference in Berlin

Shahanur Islam, the esteemed Founder President of JusticeMakers Bangladesh in France (JMBF), showcased his groundbreaking research on the plight of LGBTQI+ individuals in Bangladesh at the prestigious International Conference on LGBT Studies. The event, held in Berlin, Germany from December 7th to 9th, 2023, provided a platform for scholars, activists, and advocates to address crucial issues facing the LGBTQI+ community worldwide.

Islam's paper shed light on the pervasive violence experienced by LGBTQI+ individuals in Bangladesh, delving into the socio-cultural factors contributing to their marginalization and discrimination. His research not only highlighted the challenges faced by this community but also proposed actionable strategies for promoting inclusivity and fostering acceptance within Bangladeshi society.

Tuesday, December 5, 2023

JusticeMakers Bangladesh Founder President Advocates for LGBTI Rights at HELP International Conference

In a groundbreaking event organized by the Council of Europe's Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity Expression (SOGI) unit, the Help international course launch and conference on LGBTI persons in the asylum procedure took place on December 4, 2023, at the Council of Europe premises in Strasbourg, France. Advocate Shahanur Islam, Founder President of JusticeMakers Bangladesh (JMBF), was in attendance, emphasizing the organization's commitment to promoting justice and human rights for all.

The conference featured esteemed speakers such as Thorsten Afflerbach, Head of Division, Inclusion and Anti-Discrimination Programmes at the Council of Europe, Jeroen Schokkenbroek, Director of the Directorate of Anti-Discrimination, and Leyla Kayacik, Special Representative of the Secretary-General of the Council of Europe for Migration and Refugees. Other notable participants included Andreas Wissner, UNHCR Representative to the European Institutions in Strasbourg, and Eva Pastrana, Head of the HELP Programme at the Council of Europe.

Friday, December 16, 2022

Shahanur Islam attended the 21st World Summit on Participatory Democracy at Grenoble, France

Bangladesh human rights activist and lawyer Advocate Shahanur Islam attend the 21st World Summit on Participatory Democracy held in 7th to 10th December 2022 
 at Grenoble, France.

More than 600 participants from over 60 countries shared and discussed democratic renewal, climate justice and participatory methodologies at the world summit of cities for democracy.

Tuesday, December 6, 2022

মানবাধিকার আইনজীবী শাহানূর ইসলামের অংশগ্রহণমূলক গণতন্ত্র সম্মেলনে যোগদানে ফ্রান্সের উদ্দেশ্যে ঢাকা ত্যাগ

ফ্রান্স এর গ্রোনোবল সিটি কর্পোরেশনের মেয়র এরিক পোলে’র আমন্ত্রণে অংশগ্রহণমূলক গণতন্ত্র সম্মেলনে যোগদান করতে উদ্দেশ্যে মানবাধিকার আইনজীবী ও নওগাঁ নিউজের উপদেষ্টা অ্যাডভোকেট শাহানূর ইসলাম সৈকত আজ ফ্রান্সের উদ্দেশ্যে ঢাকা ত্যাগ করেছেন।


আজ ভোর রাতে এমিরেটস এয়ারলাইনের একটি বিমানে তিনি হজরত শাহাজালাল আন্তর্জাতিক বিমান বন্দর হতে ফ্রান্সের গ্রোনোবলের উদ্দেশ্যে রওনা দেন।

Monday, January 28, 2013

Gov't of Bangladesh Should Recognise Rights of the LGBT People!


Belgium: December 08, 2012 
Human Rights of LGBT persons are not  recognize in Bangladesh. They are abused, discriminated, arrested and tortured  simply because of who they are or who they are perceived to be, stated by Mr. Shahanur Islam, a Bangladeshi human rights defender and founding secretary general of the newly established organization JusticeMakers

Saturday, January 26, 2013

Gov't of Bangladesh Should be Decriminalize Homosexual Acts!

The Heage: December 08, 2012
"Gov't of Bangladesh Should be constitutionally recognize sexual (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender), ethnic minority community people & decriminalize homosexual acts immediately"- Mr. Shahanur Islam, founding secretary general of newly establish human rights organization JusticiceMakers

Wednesday, November 9, 2011

NEWS: GHRD Symposium: Grassroots protection of minority rights

Mumbai, 7 November 2011
GHRD successfully concluded its three day symposium: grass roots protection of minority rights, in Mumbai, India in November 7 . The symposium brought together 25 local partners, NGOs, journalists, and lawyers from India, Nepal, and Bangladesh active in the field of human rights, on the issues of human trafficking, Dalits, and religious and indigenous rights.