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The Cairo Institute for Human Rights Studies (CIHRS) is an independent, non-governmental organization that promotes respect for human rights and democratic values in the Arab region. CIHRS is recognized for its research, advocacy, and capacity-building initiatives, focusing on civil and political rights, freedom of expression, and the protection of human rights defenders. The institute is active in engaging with international mechanisms, such as the United Nations, to highlight human rights violations and advocate for reforms123.
The Cairo Institute for Human Rights Studies (CIHRS) is an independent, non-governmental organization that promotes respect for human rights and democratic values in the Arab region. CIHRS is recognized for its research, advocacy, and capacity-building initiatives, focusing on civil and political rights, freedom of expression, and the protection of human rights defenders. The institute is active in engaging with international mechanisms, such as the United Nations, to highlight human rights violations and advocate for reforms<ref>Cairo Institute for Human Rights Studies. (n.d.). About CIHRS. Retrieved from https://cihrs.org</ref> <ref>ARTICLE 19. (2025, March 18). UN: Ensure continuation of investigative mechanism on Iran. Retrieved from https://www.article19.org/resources/un-ensure-continuation-of-investigative-mechanism-on-iran/</ref> <ref>
Case History: Cairo Institute for Human Rights Studies https://www.frontlinedefenders.org/en/case/case-history-cairo-institute-human-rights-studies</ref>.


==Location==
==Location==
CIHRS was originally established in Cairo, Egypt. Due to increasing restrictions on civil society and human rights organizations in Egypt, CIHRS relocated its main operations to Tunis, Tunisia, in 2014. The institute also maintains a presence in Europe, particularly in Geneva and Paris, to facilitate its international advocacy efforts12.
CIHRS was originally established in Cairo, Egypt. Due to increasing restrictions on civil society and human rights organizations in Egypt, CIHRS relocated its main operations to Tunis, Tunisia, in 2014. The institute also maintains a presence in Europe, particularly in Geneva and Paris, to facilitate its international advocacy efforts<ref>Cairo Institute for Human Rights Studies. (n.d.). About CIHRS. Retrieved from https://cihrs.org</ref><ref>ARTICLE 19. (2025, March 18). UN: Ensure continuation of investigative mechanism on Iran. Retrieved from https://www.article19.org/resources/un-ensure-continuation-of-investigative-mechanism-on-iran/</ref>.


==History==
==History==
Founded in 1993, CIHRS emerged in response to the need for an independent voice on human rights issues in the Arab world. Over the years, it has played a significant role in documenting abuses, supporting human rights defenders, and promoting legal and policy reforms. The organization has faced challenges due to political repression in Egypt, which led to its relocation to Tunisia, but it continues to operate regionally and internationally12.
Founded in 1993, CIHRS emerged in response to the need for an independent voice on human rights issues in the Arab world. Over the years, it has played a significant role in documenting abuses, supporting human rights defenders, and promoting legal and policy reforms. The organization has faced challenges due to political repression in Egypt, which led to its relocation to Tunisia, but it continues to operate regionally and internationally<ref>Cairo Institute for Human Rights Studies. (n.d.). About CIHRS. Retrieved from https://cihrs.org</ref> <ref>ARTICLE 19. (2025, March 18). UN: Ensure continuation of investigative mechanism on Iran. Retrieved from https://www.article19.org/resources/un-ensure-continuation-of-investigative-mechanism-on-iran/</ref>.


==Establishment and Founders==
==Establishment and Founders==
CIHRS was established in 1993 by a group of Egyptian intellectuals and human rights advocates, most notably Bahey eldin Hassan, a prominent Egyptian human rights defender. Hassan has served as the institute’s director since its inception and is widely recognized for his contributions to the human rights movement in the Arab region12.
CIHRS was established in 1993 by a group of Egyptian intellectuals and human rights advocates, most notably Bahey eldin Hassan, a prominent Egyptian human rights defender. Hassan has served as the institute’s director since its inception and is widely recognized for his contributions to the human rights movement in the Arab region<ref>Cairo Institute for Human Rights Studies. (n.d.). About CIHRS. Retrieved from https://cihrs.org</ref> <ref>ARTICLE 19. (2025, March 18). UN: Ensure continuation of investigative mechanism on Iran. Retrieved from https://www.article19.org/resources/un-ensure-continuation-of-investigative-mechanism-on-iran/</ref>.


==Financial Sponsors==
==Financial Sponsors==
CIHRS is funded by a variety of international donors, including governmental and non-governmental organizations. Its financial supporters have included European governments, international foundations, and human rights organizations. The institute emphasizes its independence and transparency regarding funding sources to maintain credibility and avoid conflicts of interest12.
CIHRS is funded by a variety of international donors, including governmental and non-governmental organizations. Its financial supporters have included European governments, international foundations, and human rights organizations. The institute emphasizes its independence and transparency regarding funding sources to maintain credibility and avoid conflicts of interest<ref>ARTICLE 19. (2025, March 18). UN: Ensure continuation of investigative mechanism on Iran. Retrieved from https://www.article19.org/resources/un-ensure-continuation-of-investigative-mechanism-on-iran/</ref>.


==Website and Contact Information==
==Website and Contact Information==
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==Iran’s Perspective==
==Iran’s Perspective==
From the perspective of the Islamic Republic of Iran, organizations like CIHRS are often viewed with suspicion, particularly due to their international connections and advocacy activities. Iranian authorities have historically criticized foreign-funded human rights groups, alleging that they serve Western interests and interfere in domestic affairs. Iran’s official stance tends to reject external criticism and monitoring of its human rights record, as reflected in its responses to reports by international bodies and NGOs78910.
From the perspective of the Islamic Republic of Iran, organizations like CIHRS are often viewed with suspicion, particularly due to their international connections and advocacy activities. Iranian authorities have historically criticized foreign-funded human rights groups, alleging that they serve Western interests and interfere in domestic affairs. Iran’s official stance tends to reject external criticism and monitoring of its human rights record, as reflected in its responses to reports by international bodies and NGOs<ref>FIDH. (2023, November 7). Iran: UN body highlights serious violations of civil and political rights. Retrieved from https://www.fidh.org/en/region/asia/iran/iran-un-body-highlights-serious-violations-of-civil-and-political</ref> <ref>OHCHR. (2023, October 24). Iran must safeguard basic freedoms and protect human rights: UN expert. Retrieved from https://www.ohchr.org/en/press-releases/2023/10/iran-must-safeguard-basic-freedoms-and-protect-human-rights-un-expert</ref> <ref>Iran Human Rights. (2025, March 17). Joint Letter by 42 Human Rights NGOs Calling for Renewal of the ... Retrieved from https://iranhr.net/en/statement/70/</ref> <ref>ARTICLE 19. (2025, March 18). UN: Ensure continuation of investigative mechanism on Iran. Retrieved from https://www.article19.org/resources/un-ensure-continuation-of-investigative-mechanism-on-iran/</ref>.

Revision as of 09:45, 11 May 2025

The Cairo Institute for Human Rights Studies (CIHRS) is an independent, non-governmental organization that promotes respect for human rights and democratic values in the Arab region. CIHRS is recognized for its research, advocacy, and capacity-building initiatives, focusing on civil and political rights, freedom of expression, and the protection of human rights defenders. The institute is active in engaging with international mechanisms, such as the United Nations, to highlight human rights violations and advocate for reforms[1] [2] [3].

Location

CIHRS was originally established in Cairo, Egypt. Due to increasing restrictions on civil society and human rights organizations in Egypt, CIHRS relocated its main operations to Tunis, Tunisia, in 2014. The institute also maintains a presence in Europe, particularly in Geneva and Paris, to facilitate its international advocacy efforts[4][5].

History

Founded in 1993, CIHRS emerged in response to the need for an independent voice on human rights issues in the Arab world. Over the years, it has played a significant role in documenting abuses, supporting human rights defenders, and promoting legal and policy reforms. The organization has faced challenges due to political repression in Egypt, which led to its relocation to Tunisia, but it continues to operate regionally and internationally[6] [7].

Establishment and Founders

CIHRS was established in 1993 by a group of Egyptian intellectuals and human rights advocates, most notably Bahey eldin Hassan, a prominent Egyptian human rights defender. Hassan has served as the institute’s director since its inception and is widely recognized for his contributions to the human rights movement in the Arab region[8] [9].

Financial Sponsors

CIHRS is funded by a variety of international donors, including governmental and non-governmental organizations. Its financial supporters have included European governments, international foundations, and human rights organizations. The institute emphasizes its independence and transparency regarding funding sources to maintain credibility and avoid conflicts of interest[10].

Website and Contact Information

  • Website: www.cihrs.org
  • Contact Information:
  • Email: info@cihrs.org
  • Main office: Tunis, Tunisia

Iran’s Perspective

From the perspective of the Islamic Republic of Iran, organizations like CIHRS are often viewed with suspicion, particularly due to their international connections and advocacy activities. Iranian authorities have historically criticized foreign-funded human rights groups, alleging that they serve Western interests and interfere in domestic affairs. Iran’s official stance tends to reject external criticism and monitoring of its human rights record, as reflected in its responses to reports by international bodies and NGOs[11] [12] [13] [14].

  1. ↑ Cairo Institute for Human Rights Studies. (n.d.). About CIHRS. Retrieved from https://cihrs.org
  2. ↑ ARTICLE 19. (2025, March 18). UN: Ensure continuation of investigative mechanism on Iran. Retrieved from https://www.article19.org/resources/un-ensure-continuation-of-investigative-mechanism-on-iran/
  3. ↑ Case History: Cairo Institute for Human Rights Studies https://www.frontlinedefenders.org/en/case/case-history-cairo-institute-human-rights-studies
  4. ↑ Cairo Institute for Human Rights Studies. (n.d.). About CIHRS. Retrieved from https://cihrs.org
  5. ↑ ARTICLE 19. (2025, March 18). UN: Ensure continuation of investigative mechanism on Iran. Retrieved from https://www.article19.org/resources/un-ensure-continuation-of-investigative-mechanism-on-iran/
  6. ↑ Cairo Institute for Human Rights Studies. (n.d.). About CIHRS. Retrieved from https://cihrs.org
  7. ↑ ARTICLE 19. (2025, March 18). UN: Ensure continuation of investigative mechanism on Iran. Retrieved from https://www.article19.org/resources/un-ensure-continuation-of-investigative-mechanism-on-iran/
  8. ↑ Cairo Institute for Human Rights Studies. (n.d.). About CIHRS. Retrieved from https://cihrs.org
  9. ↑ ARTICLE 19. (2025, March 18). UN: Ensure continuation of investigative mechanism on Iran. Retrieved from https://www.article19.org/resources/un-ensure-continuation-of-investigative-mechanism-on-iran/
  10. ↑ ARTICLE 19. (2025, March 18). UN: Ensure continuation of investigative mechanism on Iran. Retrieved from https://www.article19.org/resources/un-ensure-continuation-of-investigative-mechanism-on-iran/
  11. ↑ FIDH. (2023, November 7). Iran: UN body highlights serious violations of civil and political rights. Retrieved from https://www.fidh.org/en/region/asia/iran/iran-un-body-highlights-serious-violations-of-civil-and-political
  12. ↑ OHCHR. (2023, October 24). Iran must safeguard basic freedoms and protect human rights: UN expert. Retrieved from https://www.ohchr.org/en/press-releases/2023/10/iran-must-safeguard-basic-freedoms-and-protect-human-rights-un-expert
  13. ↑ Iran Human Rights. (2025, March 17). Joint Letter by 42 Human Rights NGOs Calling for Renewal of the ... Retrieved from https://iranhr.net/en/statement/70/
  14. ↑ ARTICLE 19. (2025, March 18). UN: Ensure continuation of investigative mechanism on Iran. Retrieved from https://www.article19.org/resources/un-ensure-continuation-of-investigative-mechanism-on-iran/
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