PERMANENT PEOPLES’ TRIBUNAL ON ROJAVA VS. TURKEY5– 6 February 2025,Brussels Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB)
+31 686 45 30 55 press@rojavapeoplestribunal.org info@rojavapeoplestribunal.org Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB) – Campus Etterbeek – Gebouw Q: aula QA – Brussels Invitation to the Press for the Coverage of the Permanent Peoples’ TribunalDear Members of the Press and Journalists,We are reaching out to invite you to cover a historic and critically significant event: the Permanent Peoples’ Tribunal on Rojava vs. Turkey, which will take place on the 5th and 6th of February, 2025, at the Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB) in Brussels, Belgium. The Tribunal will address allegations of severe human rights violations and war crimes committed by the Turkish government and Turkey-backed forces in north and east Syria, also known as Rojava. These accusations include actions that may constitute crimes against humanity under international law, such as the forced displacement of populations, the use of banned weapons, targeted assassinations, torture, and the deliberate destruction of cultural heritage. As a press dedicated to informing the public and upholding the principles of transparency and accountability, your presence at this event would be invaluable. The Tribunal’s proceedings will provide access to first-hand testimonies, expert analyses, and a wealth of evidence regarding the situation in Rojava. Coverage of these proceedings will serve as a crucial tool for raising awareness, promoting accountability, and amplifying the voices of victims. Key Issues to be Addressed During the Tribunal
These issues highlight the gravity of the situation and the urgent need for media coverage to ensure that the international community remains informed and engaged. Press AccessThe Tribunal’s sessions will be open to journalists and media agencies, with opportunities for:
Press Registration and AccreditationTo facilitate access and ensure proper logistical arrangements, we kindly ask the press to register their interest in covering the Tribunal. Registered press will receive a press pass, priority access to interviews, and early access to press materials. Please confirm your participation by contacting our media team at:press@rojavapeoplestribunal.org or via WhatsApp: +31686453055.The Permanent Peoples’ Tribunal on Rojava vs. Turkey is a vital opportunity for the media to play a central role in amplifying the voices of victims, promoting justice, and holding those responsible for human rights violations to account. Your participation will contribute to a more informed and engaged global audience. We look forward to welcoming you to Brussels for this landmark event. Respectfully, Midya Abdah – Center for Research and Protection of Women’s Rights in Europe Heike Geisweid – Association for Democracy and International Law (MAF-DAD) Ceren Uysal – European Association of Lawyers for Democracy & World Human Rights (ELDH)
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Invitation to Media Outlets and Journalists to Cover the Permanent Peoples’ Tribunal
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[…] The DAANES continues to call for international reporters to visit Rojava and witness scenes on the ground. The ‘People’s Tribunal on Rojava v. Turkey’, which will take place in Brussels in February, is also inviting journalists to register to attend. […]