Civil Rights Defenders’ Executive Director, Anders L. Pettersson, is stepping down from his role with the organisation after more than six years in the position.[https://humanrightsdefenders.blog/2018/11/05/anders-pettersson-civil-rights-defenders-new-director/]

The Board of Civil Rights Defenders would like to deeply thank Anders for his work. Under Anders’ leadership, Civil Rights Defenders has grown and developed greatly, gaining increased recognition, a higher turnover and becoming an important actor for democracy and human rights.

Effective immediately, John Stauffer, Legal Director and Deputy Executive Director, will step in as Acting Executive Director, sharing leadership with Karin Ancker, Chief Financial Officer, who will take on the role of Deputy Executive Director. The recruitment process for a new Executive Director will begin immediately.

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