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Dutch prime minister scheduled to open World Pride human rights conference
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· July 8, 2026
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Key takeaway Femke Halsema, the city's mayor, will be in attendance, along with experts from around the world.
A human rights conference is coming to Amsterdam, featuring notable speakers. Femke Halsema, the city's mayor, will be in attendance, along with experts from around the world. The event will run from August 5 to 7.
Further details about the conference are available from organizers, who announced the schedule in a press release. The gathering will focus on human rights issues. A prominent leader is set to open the conference, marking the start of the event.
For more information, readers can consult the original press release, which provides additional context and details about the speakers and schedule.
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Category: community Published: July 8, 2026 Source: Washington Blade Reading time: 1 min
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