Second Human Rights Dialogue: New Priorities and Reforms 2025–2030

Dushanbe, September 26, 2025 – The second Dialogue between government institutions and civil society on the protection and promotion of human rights took place in the capital of Tajikistan. This event, now held for the second time, brought together representatives of key state bodies, civil society organizations, international experts, and partners to discuss the outcomes of the recommendations developed during the first Dialogue in 2024, as well as to identify new priorities in the field of human rights.

His Excellency Radoslaw Darski, Ambassador of the European Union to Tajikistan, noted: “This dialogue is more than just a meeting. It is a recognition that the protection of human rights is a shared responsibility. Governments, civil society organisations, and international partners each play a crucial role. When we come together, we build trust, mutual understanding, and accountability”

The event was organized by the public organisation "The World of Law" in cooperation with the Dutch foundation "Perspectivity Challenge” within the framework of the projects "Paths to Justice: Strengthening Human Rights through Torture Prevention and Penitentiary System Reform", funded by the European Union, and "Enhancing Human Rights in Tajikistan by Building the Capacity of the Ombudsman, Strengthening Civil Society, and Improving Legal Aid for Vulnerable Groups in Detention" funded by the Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI). European Union in TajikistanEmbassy of Canada in Central Asia