HRCP observes first death anniversary of I A Rehman

 JournalismPakistan.com |  Published: 12 April 2022

The Human Rights Commission of Pakistan marked the first death anniversary of I A Rehman, its former leader. Rehman was known for his significant contributions to human rights advocacy and mentoring young defenders.

Summary

LAHORE —The Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (HRCP) observed the first death anniversary of I A Rehman, the organization's former honorary spokesperson and secretary-general.

In a statement, the HRCP said: "Under Rehman's steady leadership, which lasted over 25 years, HRCP grew into an internationally credible human rights organization and maintained its independence and non-partisanship.

"In this time, Rehman mentored scores of young human rights defenders across the country, all of whom recall his warmth, perspicacity, and unshakeable integrity."

Throughout his life, Rehman championed a wide range of human rights causes.

As a veteran journalist, he also wrote with exceptional clarity to advocate an end to enforced disappearances and the death penalty while defending constitutionalism, freedom of expression, and the rights of religious minorities.

KEY POINTS:

• HRCP observes I A Rehman's first death anniversary.
• Rehman mentored many young human rights activists.
• He championed various human rights causes throughout his life.
• Rehman was a veteran journalist advocating for constitutionalism and freedom of expression.
• Under his leadership, HRCP gained international recognition.