European Union Produces Draft Charter of Fundamental Human Rights
The document, which aims to protect the personal, political, and social rights of the citizens of the European Union, was approved in draft form
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October 23, 2000
Human Rights Leader Questions "Peace Award" for Turkmenistan's Head of State
The government of Turkmenistan has been cited by the United Nations, the U.S. State Department, and many religious and civil rights groups for its ongoing repression of religious minorities.
October 23, 2000
Adventist Politician Named Outstanding Legislator
. A Seventh-day Adventist pastor and attorney, Pendleton, 33, is the youngest recipient of the annual Outstanding Legislators Award
Solomon Islands Peace Agreement Welcomed by Adventist Leaders
Neil Watts, president of the Adventist Church in the Western Pacific area, welcomed the October 15 signing, which took place in Townsville, Australia
October 23, 2000
Competing is a Way of Life for Adventist Paralympian
Blind athlete Lilo Lubisic has learned to make the most of every opportunity-even adversity-competing in the Sydney 2000 Paralympic Games
Adventist Church Building Bulldozed in Nigeria
The almost new church building, finished at the end of 1999, was completely demolished.