OHCHR virtual Press Conference (under strict embargo)

OHCHR report on the impact of new technologies on the promotion and protection of human rights in the context of assemblies, including peaceful protests. The report addresses, among other topics, the use of surveillance and facial recognition in the context of protests, as well as the use of less lethal weapons.[Peggy Hicks, Director of Thematic Engagement Mona Rishmawi, Chief of Rule of Law Branch