Egyptian Organization for Human Rights. The Egyptian Organization for Human Rights (EOHR), founded in April 1985[1] and with its headquarters in Cairo, Egypt, is a non-profit NGO and one of the longest-standing bodies for the defense of human rights in Egypt.[2][3][4][5] It investigates, monitors, and reports on human rights violations and defends people's rights regardless the identity, gender or color of the victim.[6] EOHR faces any human rights violations made either by governmental or non-governmental parties.
It is registered with the United Nations and works with other human rights groups.[7] Overview[edit] Rights chief deplores killing of protesters in Egypt. 23 November 2011 – The United Nations human rights chief today deplored the role of Egypt’s military and security forces in attempting to suppress recent protests demanding a return to civilian rule, particularly the reported killing of some 30 protesters, and called for an independent probe into the abuses.
High Commissioner Navi Pillay called on Egyptian authorities to end the “clearly excessive” use of force against protesters, including the apparent improper use of tear gas, rubber bullets and live ammunition, according to a news release issued by her office (OHCHR). “Some of the images coming out of Tahrir [square], including the brutal beating of already subdued protesters, are deeply shocking, as are the reports of unarmed protestors being shot in the head,” she stressed.
There should be a prompt, impartial and independent investigation, and accountability for those found responsible for the abuses that have taken place should be ensured. Ms. National Democratic Party (Egypt) The National Democratic Party (Arabic: الحزب الوطني الديمقراطي Al-Ḥizb Al-Waṭanī Ad-Dīmūqrāṭī), often simply called Arabic: الحزب الوطني Al-Ḥizb al-Waṭaniy – the "National Party", was an Egyptian political party.
It was founded by President Anwar El Sadat in 1978.[4] The NDP wielded uncontested power in state politics, usually considered a de facto single party with authoritarian characteristics[5][6][7][8] inside an officially multi-party system, from its creation until the resignation of Sadat's successor Hosni Mubarak in response to the Egyptian Revolution of 2011. The party was dissolved on 16 April 2011 by court order, and its assets were transferred to the state.[9] Freedom House ranks Egypt's Political Rights Score 6 and Civil Liberties Score 5, with 1 being the most free and 7 being the least free.[13] Security forces in Cairo beating protesters in 2008 Elections and apparent multi-party political systems offer authoritarian governments this opportunity for "democracy by decree.
" Egyptian parliamentary election, 2011–2012. A parliamentary election to the People's Assembly of Egypt was held from 28 November 2011 to 11 January 2012,[1] following the revolution that ousted President Hosni Mubarak, after which the Supreme Council of the Armed Forces (SCAF) dissolved the parliament of Egypt.
However the dissolution was ruled unconstitutional and Parliament was reinstated. Originally, the election had been scheduled to be held in September 2011, but was postponed amid concerns that established parties would gain undue advantage.[2] Salafi. Egyptian presidential election, 2012. A presidential election was held in Egypt in two rounds, the first on 23 and 24 May 2012 and the second on 16 and 17 June.
The Muslim Brotherhood declared early 18 June 2012, that its candidate, Mohammed Morsi, won Egypt's presidential election, which would be the first victory of an Islamist as head of state in the Arab world.[1] It was the second presidential election in Egypt's history with more than one candidate, following the 2005 election, and the first presidential election after the 2011 Egyptian revolution which ousted president Hosni Mubarak, during the Arab Spring. Morsi, however, lasted little over a year as President before he was ousted in a military coup in July 2013. In the first round, with a voter turnout of 46%, the results were split between five major candidates: Mohamed Morsi (25%), Ahmed Shafik (24%), Hamdeen Sabahi (21%), Abdel Moneim Aboul Fotouh (18%), and Amr Moussa (11%), while the remaining 2% were split between several smaller candidates.
Supreme Council of the Armed Forces. The Supreme Council of the Armed Forces (SCAF; Arabic: المجلس الأعلى للقوات المسلحة, al-Maǧlis al-ʾAʿlā lil-Quwwāt al-Musallaḥa, also Higher Council of the Armed Forces) is the governing body of 21 Military Officers and is headed by Field Marshal Abdul Fatah al-Sisi and Lieutenant General Sedki Sobhi .
The council is held only in case of war or great insurgencies. As a consequence of the Egyptian Revolution of 2011, SCAF took the power to govern Egypt from its departing President Hosni Mubarak on 11 February 2011, and relinquished power on 30 June 2012 upon the start of Mohamed Morsi's term as President. The Council met regularly as well as in times of a national emergency. During the course of the 2011 revolution, the Supreme Council of the Armed Forces met first on 9 February 2011 under the chairmanship of Egyptian President, Hosni Mubarak.
Actions[edit] Prior to Mubarak's resignation[edit] Assuming power[edit] Transition period and political reforms[edit] July 3rd[edit] The real questions for Egypt. Anti-corruption crusader announces his candidacy. In front of a crowded audience at the Journalists Syndicate on Monday, lawyer and activist Khaled Ali announced his candidacy for the upcoming presidential election.
“My entire platform is built on the basis of social justice,” said Ali. The difference between his and other candidates’ perceptions of social justice is that his program is a leading policy and guiding principle, “not just decoration,” he said. As the founder and director of the Egyptian Center for Economic and Social Rights, and a legal activist for much of the last two decades, Ali made a name for himself as a staunch advocate for social justice, especially in the public sector.
He also led the case against government corruption during the Mubarak years, taking government officials to court for illegally selling public land and public sector factories. Running as an independent, Ali believes he is strengthened by his history as an activist, crusader for the poor and a force for change. Jadaliyya.