Haiti's Citizen Protector reaffirms commitment to death penalty abolition at Paris congress

Jean Wilner Morin, Haiti's Citizen Protector, recently attended the 9th World Congress Against the Death Penalty in Paris, underscoring the nation's dedication to upholding the abolition of capital punishment. Morin participated in a session specifically focused on safeguarding the right to life and advancing the global abolition of the death penalty.

During his intervention, Morin highlighted the significance of Haiti's stance on this issue. The congress served as a platform for international dialogue and collaboration among legal experts, human rights advocates, and government representatives aiming to eliminate the death penalty globally. Discussions centered on legal frameworks, human rights protections, and strategies to encourage more countries to abolish capital punishment.

Morin's participation reinforced Haiti's commitment to human rights principles and its role in the international movement against the death penalty. The event aimed to share best practices, build solidarity among abolitionist movements, and advocate for the universal respect of the right to life.