In a pivotal move to bolster the protection of freedom of expression, journalist safety and other fundamental freedoms, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) and the Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU).
The agreement underscores the shared commitment to upholding democratic principles and enhancing the rule of law throughout the Caribbean region. “With the agreement, UNESCO further strengthens its relationships on freedom of expression and journalists’ safety with regional and sub-regional courts on human rights worldwide,” UNESCO said in an Oct. 14 statement.
The agreement between UNESCO and the CCJ targets several key areas, particularly the protection of rights enshrined in Article 19 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and other international instruments. The MoU provides a structured framework for joint initiatives to achieve shared goals, promoting cooperative efforts in the areas of freedom of expression, access to information and safety of journalists.
