The French Embassy and German Embassy Manila were happy to host the 1st Franco-German gathering on human rights and thank all the partners for the fruitful conversation on access to justice for human rights defenders in the Philippines.
Because of their history, France and Germany share a particular sense of responsibility in promoting and defending human rights. On the 75th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, France and German embassies launched "The Franco-German Human Rights gathering," a regular conversation in which the first session took place last Feb. 15. By creating a space that allows free speech, with respect, benevolence, and where no subject is taboo, the Franco-German gathering aims to foster dialogue and understanding between the actors of the field of Human Rights.