Human rights defenders who meet the conditions can now apply for a temporary stay with Shelter City Netherlands!
❗ The deadline for application is the 30th of August 2024.
Shelter City is a global movement of cities, organizations and people who stand side by side with human rights defenders at risk. Shelter City provides temporary safe and inspiring spaces for human rights defenders at risk where they re-energize, receive tailormade support and engage with allies.
From March, June and September 2025 onwards, 14 cities in the Netherlands will receive human rights defenders for a period of three months. At the end of their stay in the Netherlands, participants are expected to return with new tools and energy to carry out their work at home.
Click here for more information on Shelter City Netherlands, the requirements for application and for the application form.