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Commonwealth expert team for Maldives referendum: Released: 15 August 2007; Experts to assess political environment and referendum process
Bangladesh police to undergo human rights training: Released: 15 August 2007; Focus on international human rights standards
Commonwealth shares experiences on human rights work at Indonesia workshop: Released: 11 July 2007; The purpose of the workshop is to provide a platform for dialogue
McKinnon calls for release of BBC journalist Alan Johnston: Released: 26 June 2007; A lively, free and responsible press is an indispensable element and a key marker of a functioning democracy, says McKinnon
Experts develop Commonwealth model national plan on human rights: Released: 22 June 2007; A resource for countries to devise their own plans
Commissioners to promote public awareness of human rights: Released: 21 June 2007; Cameroon workshop recommendations include establishing a direct helpline for victims of human rights violations
Rwanda tribunal seeks Commonwealth help to arrest fugitives: Released: 11 June 2007; Emergence of tribunals trying crimes against humanity, war crimes and genocide means that leaders around the world can no longer abuse office with impunity and escape justice
Pakistani police instructors receive training on human rights: Released: 5 June 2007; The programme will enable police trainers to incorporate international human rights standards into existing training on ordinary policing duties
Commonwealth holds workshop for Cameroon Human Rights Commissioners: Released: 5 June 2007; The workshop will help participants enhance their capacity to handle complaints and investigate human rights violations
Commonwealth organises human rights contest for young people: Released: 16 May 2007; Essay competition to raise awareness on human rights in promoting respect and understanding

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