press kit

the SWEDISH OBSERVATORY
PRESS KIT.

Below is the Swedish Observatory’s information package provided for members of the media and press. Our press kit explains the core facts of SOHRI to journalists, reporters and the media in general. The idea is that anyone visiting our press kit can figure out the key facts, and key information about The Swedish Observatory for Human Rights Information and its work.

Press Kit

What is SOHRI?

The Swedish Observatory for Human Rights Information (SOHRI) is a not-for-profit organization that documents rights violations and holds governments accountable for their domestic and international human rights obligations.

Headquartered in the city of Lund, Sweden, SOHRI is comprised of researchers, lawyers, journalists, and activists who amplify the demands of people and advocate their rights and freedoms.

What does SOHRI do?

The Swedish Observatory for Human Rights Information (SOHRI) researches and documents human rights violations in different countries and regions. We rely on primary sources to report on events and issues that would otherwise go uncovered, channeling our research and analysis into press releases, articles, in-depth reports, videos and other multimedia products.

SOHRI engages in extensive media outreach around the globe to raise public awareness of human rights issues, and intensive international advocacy to build strategic coalitions that will advance human rights initiatives in the world.

Learn more about SOHRI’s work and impact here.

Who is SOHRI’s audience?

Governments and UN officials worldwide, media leaders, NGOs, responsible corporate leaders and concerned citizens around the world. We try to produce all of SOHRI’s work in both English, Arabic and Swedish, supporting our mission to reach citizens of various countries as well as a global audience.

Who do I contact for a comment or interview?

Contact our press and media department by emailing press@sohri.org with your inquiry and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible.

How can I help?

Donate by clicking here at any level possible to help support the struggle for human rights. SOHRI is a non-profit organization registered in Sweden organisationsnummer: 802528-2545, making your donation fully tax-deductible.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • By providing first hand and accurate information channeled into articles, reports, videos and other products, engaging in extensive media outreach to spread this knowledge, and undertaking direct advocacy with decision makers around the globe, SOHRI informs and draws attention to human rights violations. We work to expand the discussion of human rights, strengthening the ability of different civil societies to advance human rights.

  • No. We are an independent, non-political, non-partisan, non-governmental and nonprofit organization.

  • SOHRI is headquartered in Lund, Sweden, with its staff researching, writing, and contributing to SOHRI’s work supporting human rights in various countries and regions.

    • You can always stay up-to-date with human rights news and updates by reading our latest news. To read more, check out our briefings and reports on our human rights portal page, and view our videos.

    • As we are a Swedish non-profit organization (ORG. no.: 802528-2545) , you can always help us by making a tax-deductible donation to support and expand our work. Donate today to help us keep championing human rights.

    • Help us raise awareness of human rights issues by covering our work. If you write for a blog or a newspaper, or you are hosting an event and want expert commentary, contact us.

    • If you have first-hand information about human rights violations in any country, please get in touch with us. In your email, describe the situation in as much detail as possible and please let us know how you acquired the information.

    • The more people know about the human rights situation in different countries, the more pressure we exert on governments there to change their policies. Share our work on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter to spread the word.

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