The inaugural edition of the Regional Training Meeting for francophone West Ahe event is focused on freedom of expression and human rights, with a particular emphasis on the safety of journalists and the gender dimension.

The meeting, which marks a significant celebration of the 75th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and a prelude to the World Day for Freedom of Expression, concludes today.
Robert KOTCHANI, the Regional Representative of the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights, has highlighted the issue of stereotyping women journalists and how the program can empower them.