Manfred Nowak
Manfred Nowak is an Austrian professor of international law and a prominent human rights advocate, known for his work with the United Nations as a Special Rapporteur on torture and other cruel, inhuman, or degrading treatment or punishment. He has extensively researched and commented on the treatment of prisoners worldwide, emphasizing that the condition of prisons reflects the broader human rights situation in a society. His quotes often highlight the importance of humane treatment for incarcerated individuals as a measure of a nation's commitment to human rights.
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Austria | 1 | 8.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 9,006,398 | 8,188 | $450,000 | 409$ |
| Totals | 1 | 9,006,398 | 8,188 | $450,000 | 409$ |
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Recent Mentions
Austria:
Manfred Nowak is a human rights activist who coordinates eight master's programs in human rights at the Global Campus of Human Rights in Venice.
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Norway:
Manfred Nowak supported allegations of organ harvesting against imprisoned members of the Falun Gong movement.
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Uruguay:
Manfred Nowak, a United Nations rapporteur, stated that how a society treats its incarcerated individuals is a key indicator of its respect for human rights.
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