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ABOUT ISCHRO

LEGAL STATUS

Incorporated in New Zealand under the Charitable Trust Act 1957 on the 8th of September 2005

MISSION STATEMENT

The International Shia Cultural and Human Rights Organization is a charitable trust established for the propagation and facilitation of Shia thought and culture and the protection of human rights for Shias around the world.

 AIMS AND ACTIVITIES

  • Propagation of Shia thought and culture.
  • Promoting Public awareness of Human Rights.  This includes awareness of human rights violations against Shias around the world and striving for reformation of legislations in different nation states and international law to guarantee their Human Rights.
  • Propagation of peace and non-violence in every aspect of life.
  • Publication of Educational and Cultural material.
  • Building of socially relevant facilities such as Shia Cultural and Religious Centres, Educational Centres, Hospitals and other similar facilities.
  • Financial assistance to Shia organizations, companies and individuals for the enhancement of their educational, cultural, health and other life needs.
  • Promoting interaction among local and international universities and higher learning centres.
  • Any other activity that is in accordance with the spirit of the organization.



ISCHRO is a non-profit and non-governmental international organization established for the propagation and facilitation of Shia thought and culture and the protection of human rights for Shias around the world.  Its head office is currently in Auckland, New Zealand with members from various parts of the world.  Membership for ISCHRO is open to all who are interested in joining.

The establishment of ISCHRO follows a need in the global community for a Shia voice both in the field of human rights and the propagation of Shia thought and culture.  This need has become more apparent in recent years due to the increase in violence against people of Shia faith and the lack of Shia voice in regards to social and academic projects.  Although, ISCHRO’s main objective is the protection of human rights for Shias, it also aims to promote and propagate human rights for all.

ISCHRO’s activities and projects seeks the assistance of academics, writers, journalists, community leaders and individuals from other backgrounds, who are either affiliated with ISCHRO, work closely with ISCHRO or their assistance is sought after from time to time when required for a project.  Preparation of official statements, reports and news items released by ISCHRO is gathered based on the reporting of reliable people on the ground that have direct access to the necessary information required for their preparation.  Any doubt regarding a certain reporting or lack of information about a certain event is mentioned.

Other than the field of human rights, ISCHRO is also involved in research projects and providing information related to Shia thought and culture.

For further information regarding ISCHRO and its activities please contact one of the ISCHRO offices.