Alumni Corner
AUWCL HUMPHREY ALUMNUS MEHLULI M. BATAKATHI OF ZAMBIA SPEAKS ON ENVIRONMENTAL LAW PANEL AT THE UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND, USA
The Environmental Law Clinics and NGOs Conference, held from Thursday, September 5, to Saturday, September 7, 2024, at the University of Maryland, was a resounding success. The conference, sponsored by the University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law Environmental Law Program, the Center for Transnational Environmental Accountability (CTEA), and the Maryland Journal of International Law (MJIL), brought together a global network of environmental advocates where Mehluli Malisa Batakathi, the Co-Founder of Conservation Advocates Zambia and Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship alumnus was a Panel speaker.The conference served as a vital platform for fostering collaboration between NGOs and Environmental Law Clinics, addressing the challenges and opportunities in environmental protection and human rights, and training the next generation of environmental advocates. It successfully brought together advocates from different regions to facilitate collaboration and collective action on a global scale, highlighting the power of the law in pursuing social justice and inspiring new generations to speak truth to power.Mehluli participated in Panel #5, focusing on Non-Litigation Environmental Advocacy.
He shared insights on strategies for environmental protection and community empowerment that go beyond the courtroom, highlighting a successful case from Zambia where a combination of litigation and non-litigation approaches halted a proposed mining project within a National Park. Our HHH alumni’s valuable insights and continued dedication to environmental advocacy are truly inspiring.#environmentallawclinics #climatejustice #environmentaljustice #advocacy #lawfaculties
AUWCL HUMPHREY ALUMNUS MUHAMMAD KASHIF ASLAM OF PAKISTAN MODERATES PANEL ON HUMAN RIGHTS FRAMEWORK AT NATIONAL HUMAN RIGHTS CONFERENCE
The National Human Rights Conference, themed "Inspiring Change and Empowering Humanity: Advancing Human Rights for All," was held on Monday, December 2, 2024, at the Flatties Hotel in Lahore, Pakistan. The event was organized by the National Human Rights Commission of Pakistan in collaboration with Humphrey Alumnus Muhammad Kashif Aslam, Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) in the Punjab Police.
Mr. Kashif moderated a panel discussion on “Understanding Human Rights Framework,” which was a central feature of the conference. The conference aimed to raise awareness and promote the protection of human rights for all. Minister for Minorities Ramesh Singh Arora served as the chief guest, and the event brought together notable figures and representatives from government and private institutions.
The conference offered a variety of engaging and informative activities to deepen understanding of human rights. A thought-provoking theater performance set the stage for an insightful panel discussion that delved into fundamental human rights principles and the legal frameworks protecting them. Participants actively engaged in an interactive session exploring these principles and mechanisms.
A highlight of the event was the screening of the documentary "Capturing Truth: A Journey Through the Lens," which provided a powerful visual narrative of human rights struggles and victories. The conference also served as a platform for fostering dialogue, raising awareness, and inspiring collective action toward a more inclusive and humane society.