Protection That Delivered Results

The International Human Rights Commission (IHRC) was engaged from the very beginning in the case of Luiza Galaeva and her children, whose lives and safety were under serious threat. Through determined legal, logistical, and security actions, IHRC not only ensured their protection but also contributed to a court ruling that confirmed the validity of all steps taken by the organisation.

A Verdict That Safeguards Life and Dignity

A Polish court found Andy Musaev – Luiza’s former husband – guilty of making criminal threats against her and Natasha Deshieva. These threats involved the intent to take Luiza’s life and to force her to return to Chechnya.
For these crimes, the court imposed a custodial sentence and a long-term ban on contacting or approaching Luiza Galaeva and Natasha Deshieva, effectively ensuring their safety and peace of mind.

Proof of IHRC’s Effective Work

This verdict is direct evidence that IHRC’s actions – legal support, monitoring, and international advocacy – bring tangible results. This is not only a symbolic defence of human rights but also concrete protection of life, health, and personal freedom.

Prof. h.c. Rafal Marcin Wasik, IHRC Secretary-General, Peacemaker, emphasised:

“This verdict proves that solidarity and determination can save lives and restore a sense of justice. IHRC demonstrates that our actions have the power to protect and to change the world for the better.”

A Joint Success of Many Good People

The success of this case is the result of the commitment of the entire IHRC team – commissioners, lawyers, volunteers, and institutional partners who acted across borders. Special thanks go to the officers of the Nadwiślański Border Guard Unit, whose professionalism and close cooperation with IHRC played a crucial role in ensuring the safety of Luiza and her children. This is a clear example of how an international organisation and state institutions can work hand in hand to effectively combat violence and protect human rights.

Media Coverage

The story of Luiza Galaeva and the involvement of IHRC in her rescue was also reported by other sources:

• Facebook – community post
• Gazeta Wyborcza – “Either Sold or Buried. The Escape of Chechen Woman Luiza”

Author:
Dawid Szablowski
Editor-in-Chief & Publisher, IHRC News
Head of IHRC Press Department

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According to the National Volunteers Coordinator (NVC) of the Special Monitoring Mission International Human Rights Commission, (SMM IHRC) Nigeria, Elijah Vitus Echendu; Volunteers in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Abuja will be holding a one-day workshop on the “role of volunteers in protecting human rights and basic freedom”.

In a statement by the NVC through the Abuja SMM Coordinator Comrade Adeoye, David Olusegun averred that the training is envisaged to educate members of the public, particularly SMM officials in Abuja carrying out activities of human rights according to the 1948 Universal Declaration of Human Rights by the United Nations.

He maintained that training would be emulated by other States in Nigeria to enhance Volunteers’ participation in the promotion of human rights laws in Nigeria.

The slated workshop is Saturday 25th March 2023 at the IHRC Central office, 9 Cotonu Crescent Wuse Zone 6 Abuja, at 10 am.

Reported:
Mr. Fidelis Onakpoma
For IHRC Media Department, Nigeria.

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