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AOMA President Champions Global Ombudsman Collaboration in Brazil

2024/12/05 05:11:41 PM

OMBUDSMAN OF ANGOLA AND PRESIDENT OF AOMA PARTICIPATES IN 15TH ASSEMBLY AND SEMINAR OF THE LATIN AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF OMBUDSMEN IN FOZ DO IGUAÇU, BRAZIL

Here’s a polished and refined version in professional South African English:

The Ombudsman of Angola and President of the African Ombudsmen and Mediators Association (AOMA), Hon. Florbela Rocha Araújo, is attending the 15th Assembly and Seminar of the Latin American Institute of Ombudsmen (ILO), taking place in Foz do Iguaçu, Brazil, from 4 to 6 December 2024.

In her opening remarks, the President of the Latin American Institute of Ombudsmen, Hon. Amélia López, reflected on the institution’s 41-year legacy of advocating for the rights of vulnerable groups, including children, the elderly, and persons with disabilities. She also paid tribute to the late environmentalist Chico Mendes, reiterating the Institute’s dedication to social and environmental justice.

Hon. Florbela Rocha Araújo expressed her gratitude for the invitation to participate in the Assembly and Seminar. She underscored the pivotal role of AOMA in championing human rights and fostering their protection across the African continent.

In her address, the President of AOMA elaborated on key themes, such as the Association’s efforts to uphold citizens’ fundamental rights, freedoms, and guarantees. She referenced critical frameworks like the Paris Principles, the African Charter on Human and Peoples’ Rights, and the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. She also highlighted the significance of the recently signed cooperation agreement between AOMA and the ILO, noting its potential benefits for both regions.

During her presentation on “The Role of the Ombudsman and the Duty to Cooperate with International Organisations”, Hon. Florbela Rocha Araújo emphasised the Ombudsman’s essential role in fostering transparent, equitable, and efficient public administration. She stressed the importance of collaboration and knowledge-sharing among Ombudsman institutions globally to strengthen their collective impact.

In conclusion, Hon. Araújo noted that the exchange of experiences among event participants is invaluable in enhancing institutional performance. This collaboration, she affirmed, is crucial for building fair and balanced societies for present and future generations.

OFFICE OF THE OMBUDSMAN OF ANGOLA
DEPARTMENT OF INSTITUTIONAL COMMUNICATION AND PRESS
5 DECEMBER 2024

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