Alejandra Ancheita claims 2014 Martin Ennals Award for Human Rights Defenders

Headline Title: Alejandra Ancheita claims Martin Ennals Award for Human Rights Defenders 07 October 2014 Alejandra Ancheita has been selected by the International Human Rights Community as the 2014 Martin Ennals Award Laureate. The Award is given to Human Rights Defenders who have shown deep commitment and face great personal risk. The aim of the award is to provide protection through international recognition. Strongly supported by the City of Geneva, the Award will be presented on 7 October.Alejandra Ancheita (Mexico), Founder and Executive Director of ProDESC.…

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