Tunis – The General Assembly of the African Commission of the International Congress SHIELD was held in an official session in the Tunisian capital, with the attendance of a number of official and media figures. The session also included the presence of a judicial officer and a legal notary, along with representatives from security agencies and several journalists who covered the event. Some members of the organization also participated virtually through the online platform, which allowed for greater interaction and engagement with attendees.
The meeting was chaired by Mr. Mohamed Khrouf, President of the Commission, and attended by Ms. Sonia Ben Khalifa, Vice President; Dr. Riad Daldoul, Treasurer; and Mr. Nour Eddine Chouchane, Secretary General of the Commission.
The agenda included the review of financial and organizational reports, an overview of activities conducted during the past period, and the discussion of a future action plan aimed at strengthening the organization’s presence in Africa. The focus was also on expanding the scope of work in promoting a culture of peace, defending human rights, and reinforcing values of coexistence and social justice.
In his opening speech, Mr. Mohamed Khrouf emphasized the pivotal role played by the African Commission in spreading the values of tolerance and enhancing cooperation among nations. He praised the executive team’s commitment and their dedication to fulfilling the organization’s objectives with a spirit of responsibility and coordinated effort.
The session also marked the celebration of the official opening of the International Congress SHIELD’s office in the Republic of Tunisia—an event considered a major step toward strengthening the organization’s regional presence and reaffirming its commitment to the principles of peace, human rights, and international cooperation.
Mr. Khrouf stated:
“We are pleased and honored today to celebrate together the opening of the International Congress SHIELD office in the Republic of Tunisia. This milestone is a significant step in reinforcing the organization’s regional presence and reaffirms its unwavering commitment to the principles of peace, human rights, and international cooperation.”
He added:
“Tunisia has always been a land of dialogue and openness, a model in supporting humanitarian and developmental causes. Therefore, choosing Tunisia to host this office is not coincidental—it is a recognition of its status and effective role in building bridges of communication and understanding between peoples.”
He continued:
“We hope this office will serve as an active platform for implementing programs and initiatives that benefit local communities and enhance collaborative efforts with government institutions and civil society, working toward a future of peace, justice, and human dignity.”
The meeting concluded with a set of unanimously agreed-upon organizational and strategic recommendations, with participants praising the high level of professionalism and coordination. This reflected the collaborative spirit within the Commission and reaffirmed a strong commitment to progress toward shared goals.
In closing, the International Congress SHIELD extended its gratitude to all those who contributed to the success of this project, calling on all partners and stakeholders to expand avenues of cooperation and partnership for the benefit of Tunisia and the entire African region.
The International Congress Shield Congratulates the European People on the 75th Anniversary of Europe Day
On May 9, 2025, Europeans—together with people around the world—celebrate the 75th anniversary of the historic Schuman Declaration, which laid the foundation for the creation of the European Union and ushered in a new era of peace, cooperation, and integration among the nations of Europe.
On this significant occasion, the International Congress Shield extends its warmest congratulations to the leaders and peoples of the European Union, emphasizing the importance of this day as a symbol of solidarity and unity—values the world needs now more than ever.
The Schuman Declaration of 1950 marked a pivotal turning point in European history. It established the groundwork for a united Europe capable of overcoming conflict and division, paving the way for a partnership rooted in shared interests, respect for human rights, and the promotion of democracy.
Today, 75 years later, the European Union stands as a global model of peace, stability, and sustainable development.
EU member states are commemorating this anniversary through a wide range of activities, including opening the doors of European institutions to the public, hosting cultural, educational, and entertainment events, and lighting up iconic landmarks in the colors of the European flag.
Additionally, Expo 2025 in Osaka, Japan, features a special program dedicated to this occasion, reflecting the global significance of Europe Day.
In light of today’s global challenges, the European Union continues to serve as a pillar of stability and a source of opportunity and security for its citizens and partners.
The International Congress Shield firmly believes that the EU’s values—freedom, justice, pluralism, and international cooperation—provide a strong foundation for a better future built on peace and shared prosperity.
The organization reaffirms its unwavering commitment to promoting dialogue and mutual understanding among nations, advancing human security, and fostering a culture of peace and coexistence in collaboration with international and regional institutions—in line with the vision set forth in the Schuman Declaration.
Happy Europe Day to all—may the unity of peoples remain stronger than any challenge.
International Congress Shield – Brussels
On the 1st of May each year, the world commemorates International Workers’ Day in recognition of the vital role workers play in building societies and advancing sustainable development. On this important occasion, The Shield International Organization reaffirms the importance of respecting and protecting workers’ rights and supporting policies that ensure justice and equality in the workplace.
The organization expresses deep concern over the targeting of workplaces and workers in conflict zones and areas of instability. It emphasizes that safeguarding labor and protecting workers is both a moral and legal obligation that must be upheld by all parties. Work environments must remain outside the sphere of conflict and should be protected as a fundamental pillar of societal stability.
The organization remains firmly committed to the principles of social justice and continues to support initiatives that promote decent work and contribute to building communities grounded in human dignity and human rights.
International Workers’ Day is a timely reminder of the importance of dialogue and cooperation among all stakeholders to ensure a better future for everyone contributing to the engine of production worldwide.
Since its establishment, the International Congress SHIELD for the Protection of Citizens’ Rights and Freedoms, under the leadership of its founder and current president, Dr. Saleh Muhamed Daher, has led a remarkable journey centered on safeguarding human dignity and promoting the values of freedom and peace.
The organization was born out of a firm belief that protecting the fundamental rights of individuals is the cornerstone of sustainable global security. At its core lies the unwavering defense of human beings—wherever they may be—and resistance against all threats to their freedom and rights, in line with the principles of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and a commitment to justice, development, and international peace.
Charitable Activities for Vulnerable Groups: Community Support and Human Development
In pursuit of its noble humanitarian mission, International Congress SHIELD places great emphasis on organizing charitable initiatives for the poor, orphans, and people with disabilities, offering them ongoing support.
These efforts are a fundamental pillar of the organization’s work, helping spark creativity in children, develop their personal and social skills, build their self-confidence, and improve their ability to interact positively with their surroundings.
Youth, Sports, and Humanitarian Activities: Empowering Promising Generations
The organization’s efforts include innovative programs targeted at youth, through organizing sports and humanitarian events, intellectual and cultural exhibitions—most notably the Global Soil Exhibition—as well as training and educational workshops aimed at empowering youth and expanding their roles in society.
Through these initiatives, SHIELD encourages youth engagement in sustainable development projects, climate action, and efforts to combat poverty and hunger. The organization also seeks to raise youth awareness of international law and human justice, while promoting a culture of peace and protecting civilians—especially children—from the impact of armed conflict and serious violations.
Participation in International Conferences: A Humanitarian Voice on Global Platforms
SHIELD plays an active role in international conferences and forums on crucial humanitarian issues, with a focus on:
- Ending colonialism and granting full independence to colonized peoples.
- Supporting the right of peoples to self-determination, foremost among them the Palestinian people’s right of return.
- Promoting solidarity and unity to preserve human dignity and defend public freedoms.
- Opposing all forms of war and conflict, and calling for the end of sectarian and ethnic violence.
- Advocating for the rights of refugees, migrants, internally displaced persons, and stateless individuals around the world.
Focus on Development, Climate Change, and Education: Toward More Aware and Sustainable Societies
SHIELD places comprehensive development at the top of its agenda, including:
- Combating climate change and halting environmental crimes that threaten the planet.
- Preventing infectious diseases and promoting public health.
- Prioritizing education, especially in rural and impoverished areas.
- Spreading a culture of peace through dialogue as a tool to end conflicts and reject all forms of racism and discrimination.
- Monitoring human rights violations and defending freedom of thought and expression within a framework of mutual respect and truth.
Women Empowerment and Economic Justice: For More Inclusive and Equitable Societies
Among SHIELD’s top priorities:
- Eradicating violence against women, especially female human rights defenders, as a vital step toward achieving justice and equality.
- Ensuring fair treatment of women in agricultural and food systems, which helps reduce global hunger and strengthen the world economy.
- Promoting human development in all its dimensions: economic, cultural, commercial, and tourism-related, to build sustainable and prosperous environments.
Countering Media Disinformation: Protecting Collective Awareness
The organization gives high priority to combating media disinformation, which is considered one of the most dangerous tools of psychological warfare in today’s world. This type of manipulation threatens social peace and the foundations of coexistence among peoples.
Message of Peace and Tolerance: Building a World of Understanding and Justice
International Congress SHIELD is committed to achieving global peace and strengthening values of dialogue, solidarity, and peaceful coexistence among cultures—based on the respect of human rights and defending the right of peoples to self-determination and individual freedoms without discrimination based on race, gender, religion, or language.
The organization believes that justice and equality are the essential foundations for building a more humane world rooted in dignity, truth, and mutual respect.
Religious Freedom and Public Diplomacy: A Pillar of Global Peacebuilding
Religious freedom is one of the oldest rights enshrined in international law and a key component of the universally recognized human rights framework.
SHIELD believes that respect for religious freedom is essential to building healthy and open societies.
The organization also places great importance on public diplomacy as a powerful tool for conflict prevention and building bridges of cultural, economic, and intellectual understanding among nations. Since its inception, SHIELD has championed this role by supporting inclusive human dialogue across all fields that serve humanity and uphold dignity.
Emergency Education and Cultural Convergence: Enhancing Resilience
SHIELD aims to promote a culture of education during emergencies as a vital response in times of crisis, helping save lives, ensure continuity in learning, and expand youth participation in knowledge and recovery efforts.
The organization also focuses on cultural convergence and inter-civilizational dialogue, encouraging humanitarian and cultural tourism as an effective tool to foster mutual understanding, spread tolerance, and help combat poverty through global solidarity.
International Congress SHIELD
Always at the forefront… defending humanity, its dignity, and its future.
Sustainable development is no longer a choice—it has become a necessity that touches both the present and the future of humanity. It is a promise that the life we live today should not come at the expense of those who will come after us. What we invest in resources and what we build in communities must be rooted in balance, justice, and the preservation of human dignity.
When we speak of development, we do not mean numbers in economic reports, nor do we take pride in massive projects that lack a human spirit. We speak of educating a child in a remote area, of empowering a youth who once stood at the margins of life, of saving a field from drought, and of a hand that extends to plant hope where despair once prevailed.
The International Shield Organization believes that the human being is the center, the goal, and the means. For this reason, it has chosen to place education and awareness at the forefront of its priorities, directing its mission to those who have not been given a fair chance—to the marginalized, to those left on the edges of society, and to those who fight every day for dignity. The organization has supported education in underserved areas, promoted environmental and developmental awareness, and backed community efforts led by youth to rehabilitate neglected lands and bring life back to soil that was exploited or abandoned.
The organization understands that poverty is not only a lack of money—it is a deprivation of opportunity. That is why it does not simply provide aid, but involves people in crafting the solution. It organizes community meetings, listens to people, respects their ideas, and invites them to be partners in shaping their own paths. It opens platforms for dialogue, launches conferences, forums, and workshops that enlighten minds, connect experiences, and create genuine spaces for collaboration and collective action.
With this vision, the International Shield Organization works to embed the principles of sustainable development in all its dimensions—social, economic, and environmental. It does not distinguish between city and countryside, man and woman, center and periphery. Every individual has the right to dream, to work, and to be part of development—not merely a spectator.
Awareness does not come overnight—it is built through dialogue, education, and daily practice. It is the strongest weapon against hunger, poverty, and marginalization. And with every initiative, the organization sends a clear message: there can be no real development unless we carry it first in our consciousness, unless we recognize that it is a collective responsibility and not a temporary luxury.
Let us all raise the banner of awareness and knowledge and believe that despite every challenge, we are capable of building. You—young people—are the heart and soul of this journey. Rise, begin the battle of awareness, and become the foundation of the change this world truly deserves.
Youth are the beating heart of any society. When given opportunities and knowledge, they transform from recipients of aid to drivers of change. This belief is the foundation upon which the International Shield Organization builds its strategies to combat poverty and hunger, raise community awareness, and protect the environment by investing first and foremost in people—particularly youth.
The organization follows a comprehensive approach that begins with education, not just as a tool for acquiring skills, but as a key to liberation from need. It supports free education initiatives in underprivileged areas, develops training programs that cater to local realities, and encourages entrepreneurship and creativity, enabling young people to create their opportunities rather than waiting for them. The organization also focuses on enhancing education and awareness in marginalized areas, providing equal opportunities for children and youth, free from discrimination and exclusion.
The organization believes that poverty is not fought solely with aid, but with empowerment. From this standpoint, it strives to build economic and social awareness among youth, equipping them with the ability to enter the job market and contribute to the development of their communities. It also guides them toward sustainable development projects, particularly in agriculture and food production, which are seen as key solutions to fighting hunger.
On the environmental front, the organization makes significant efforts to spread the culture of land reclamation and soil preservation. It organizes workshops and seminars on sustainable agricultural practices and supports youth-led initiatives that revive neglected areas and turn them into productive sources that benefit both the community and the environment. The organization places particular emphasis on protecting arable soil from degradation, as it is a fundamental resource for food security and a critical element in maintaining ecological balance in the face of climate change.
As part of its ongoing efforts, the International Shield Organization holds regular conferences and seminars that bring together experts and practitioners from various countries to exchange experiences and explore best practices in the fields of development, education, and the environment. The organization also hosts local meetings with communities, offering youth, women, and marginalized groups a platform to express their needs and participate in finding solutions in a transparent and inclusive manner.
In its relentless pursuit of social justice, the organization prioritizes the protection of vulnerable and marginalized groups. It works to empower them with their rights and protect them from discrimination, violence, and social exclusion, whether from individuals or unjust systems.
What the International Shield Organization plants today in terms of awareness will bear fruit tomorrow in the form of opportunities, projects, and stronger communities capable of facing challenges. When youth become true partners in development, poverty is no longer a fate, and hunger is no longer a destiny—it’s a battle that can be won.
In this context, the International Shield Organization calls on every young person to rise and join the battle of awareness and knowledge. Change starts with an idea and grows through action. Do not let anything discourage you, for you possess the power, intellect, and determination. You are the hope, and you are the ones who can build, no matter how tough the challenges may be.
As part of its ongoing appreciation for outstanding humanitarian initiatives, the International Shield Organization has awarded Dr. Ahmed Bouqary the title of “Global Ambassador for Peace”, in recognition of his distinguished efforts and significant contributions in the field of humanitarian and volunteer work as well as his pivotal role in promoting a culture of peace, tolerance, and coexistence among nations, and advocating for human rights and freedoms.
This recognition reflects the Organization’s appreciation for the remarkable humanitarian initiatives and continuous efforts of Dr. Ahmed Bouqary, a citizen of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, who has consistently worked to build communities founded on love, mutual respect, and awareness of humanitarian issues at both the local and international levels.
It is worth noting that Global Ambassadors for Peace and Goodwill are an elite group of influential public figures who support the work of the International Shield Organization around the world. They dedicate their platforms and influence to serve humanitarian causes and demonstrate an unparalleled commitment to volunteer and humanitarian service.
For contact with the International Shield Organization:
📧 Email: congress@icprfc-shield.org
📞 Ukraine: +380636011117
📞 Netherlands: +31 6 84906321
📞 Belgium: +32 0474 184 30
On the occasion of Eid al-Fitr, the Shield International Organization and its members worldwide extend their warmest congratulations and best wishes to the entire Islamic nation. We pray to Almighty Allah to bless us all with goodness, prosperity, and peace.
This blessed occasion serves as a valuable opportunity to strengthen the values of tolerance, love, and unity while also reinforcing the principles of humanity and solidarity among nations. As we celebrate, we reaffirm our unwavering commitment to advocating for human rights, promoting justice and equality, and fostering peace and security across the world.
May Allah accept your fasting and prayers, fill your hearts with joy and happiness, and bring peace and prosperity to our communities and the entire Muslim world.
Eid Mubarak! Wishing you a blessed year ahead.
International Congress for Protecting the Rights and Freedoms of Citizens – SHIELD
Women have always been the backbone of society, shaping the future by raising generations. Yet, many continue to face marginalization and exclusion, deprived of opportunities to fulfill their potential and contribute to societal development. Supporting these women is not just a humanitarian duty but a crucial step toward societal progress.
Wars and armed conflicts disproportionately affect women, exposing them to poverty, displacement, and violence. In conflict zones, women suffer from insecurity, lack of resources, and exploitation. Thus, aiding them requires more than humanitarian relief—it necessitates legal, social, and economic empowerment, ensuring their active role in rebuilding communities.
In this regard, Shield International Organization plays a vital role in supporting marginalized women by providing sustainable solutions for their empowerment. The organization advocates for women’s rights, enhances access to education and employment, and offers protection for survivors of violence, making it a key partner in achieving justice and gender equality.
Empowerment goes beyond financial aid; it involves equipping women with knowledge, awareness, and decision-making abilities. Education is the first step toward breaking the cycle of marginalization, enabling women to understand and defend their rights while opening doors to new opportunities. Hence, expanding women’s access to both academic and vocational education is essential for their independence and success in the job market.
Economic independence is another cornerstone of women’s empowerment. When women have their own source of income, they gain autonomy in decision-making, free from social and economic pressures. Supporting female-led small businesses and integrating women into the economic landscape fosters progress and prosperity for all.
However, true empowerment is incomplete without protection from violence and discrimination. Many women endure domestic and societal abuse, highlighting the urgent need for strict laws and psychological and social support systems. Shield International Organization provides legal aid and psychological assistance to survivors while raising awareness to challenge harmful social norms and promote gender equality.
Advocating for women’s rights is not just about slogans—it requires collective action from civil society, governments, educational institutions, and the media. Every entity has a role in ensuring women are given equal opportunities to shape a better future. When women achieve full rights and empowerment, they become key contributors to a more just and humane society where both men and women play an active role in driving change.
