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Schlein report - Download (MP3) Schlein report - Listen (MP3) The Human Rights Office in Geneva says it welcomes the nomination of South African jurist, Navanethem Pillay as the new High Commissioner and looks forward to her leading the organization, which is growing in scope and in importance. Her nomination, which was announced Thursday by the U.N. secretary-general, will be presented for approval by the General Assembly on Monday. Lisa Schlein reports for VOA from Geneva. The post of U.N. High Commissioner for Human Rights is not for the faint-hearted. But, Navi Pillay, one of South Africa's leading female jurists, appears to be eminently qualified to bear the heat that comes with the job. Past High Commissioners have been roundly criticized and vilified after pointing fingers at governments that have been accused of... [read full story]
