NIHR Organizes Lecture on Human Rights in Light of the Nelson Mandela Principles
The National Institution for Human Rights (NIHR), in cooperation with the Office of the Inspector General at the National Intelligence Agency, organized a lecture titled “Human Rights in Light of the Nelson Mandela Principles” as part of the seventh edition of the Human Rights Training Programme for National Intelligence Agency personnel. The lecture was delivered by Dr. Mohammed Mowafaq Al-Dulaimi from the Ministry of Interior.
The lecture addressed the fundamental human rights principles reflected in Nelson Mandela’s legacy, particularly human dignity, equality, non-discrimination, and the rule of law. It also reviewed the United Nations Standard Minimum Rules for the Treatment of Prisoners, known as the “Nelson Mandela Rules,” highlighting the standards established to protect the rights of inmates and ensure their humane treatment in a manner that respects their dignity.
The lecturer also outlined the constitutional and legislative frameworks governing human rights protection in the Kingdom of Bahrain, as well as the legal safeguards afforded to inmates under the Correction and Rehabilitation Institution Law. He further highlighted the Kingdom’s efforts to develop its correctional and rehabilitation system through the implementation of alternative penalties and measures and the Open Prisons Programme, aimed at enhancing rehabilitation and social reintegration opportunities.
The lecture concluded by emphasizing the importance of aligning international standards with national legislation and practical implementation, while strengthening awareness of legal safeguards and human rights among personnel of relevant authorities, thereby contributing to upholding the principles of justice, the rule of law, and respect for human dignity.
