On November 2, New Delhi hosted the World Rehabilitation Organization (Rehabilitation International) Assembly, one of the key global events dedicated to issues of inclusion, social rehabilitation, and international cooperation.
Representatives from various countries, including Russia, Japan, and India, took an active part in discussions aimed at strengthening international cooperation and developing global initiatives in the field of rehabilitation. Russia was represented at this international forum by the charity organization Sail of Hope, headed by representative Sanjay Kapoor.
Dialogue without borders
During the open session, the representative of Parus Nadezhdy asked about the possible role of the Russian side in the organization's future initiatives. Assembly President Professor Christoph Gutenbrunner emphasized that Rehabilitation International remains a non-political platform where representatives of all countries can participate:
“We go beyond borders, and any passport is welcome. However, we strictly adhere to the rule that our initiatives should not be used for the political benefit of any country.”
This statement confirmed that Rehabilitation International consistently follows the principle of neutrality, ensuring the independence of its humanitarian and rehabilitation initiatives from political pressure and national interests.
The Russian representative also raised the question of the possibility of nominating the president of Parus Nadezhdy for a leadership position within the international initiative, given the organization's open participation policy. The response from the president of the Assembly was diplomatic but reflected the complexity of the current geopolitical situation. Christoph Gutenbrunner emphasized that the current decisions regarding the participation of Russian organizations in the governing structures are temporary and dictated by the desire to maintain the association's neutrality and independence from political influences.
“After careful analysis of the global situation, we insist that the Russian NGO Sail of Hope should maintain a low profile until the conflict is resolved. After that, we will be able to reassess the situation and allow Russian NGOs to be represented on the management committee,” explained the President of Rehabilitation International.
Other topics discussed at the Assembly included the fairness of membership fees and the transparency of election procedures. Representatives from Japan raised the issue of differences in the size of contributions, while the Indian delegation discussed the need to improve communication regarding elections to the governing committee. The president of the organization promised to promptly consider both issues and introduce more transparent mechanisms.
Despite the complex topics, the Assembly was constructive. All participants reaffirmed their commitment to the principles of inclusion, equality, and cooperation.
Representatives from various countries, including Russia, Japan, and India, took an active part in discussions aimed at strengthening international cooperation and developing global initiatives in the field of rehabilitation. Russia was represented at this international forum by the charity organization Sail of Hope, headed by representative Sanjay Kapoor.
Dialogue without borders
During the open session, the representative of Parus Nadezhdy asked about the possible role of the Russian side in the organization's future initiatives. Assembly President Professor Christoph Gutenbrunner emphasized that Rehabilitation International remains a non-political platform where representatives of all countries can participate:
“We go beyond borders, and any passport is welcome. However, we strictly adhere to the rule that our initiatives should not be used for the political benefit of any country.”
This statement confirmed that Rehabilitation International consistently follows the principle of neutrality, ensuring the independence of its humanitarian and rehabilitation initiatives from political pressure and national interests.
The Russian representative also raised the question of the possibility of nominating the president of Parus Nadezhdy for a leadership position within the international initiative, given the organization's open participation policy. The response from the president of the Assembly was diplomatic but reflected the complexity of the current geopolitical situation. Christoph Gutenbrunner emphasized that the current decisions regarding the participation of Russian organizations in the governing structures are temporary and dictated by the desire to maintain the association's neutrality and independence from political influences.
“After careful analysis of the global situation, we insist that the Russian NGO Sail of Hope should maintain a low profile until the conflict is resolved. After that, we will be able to reassess the situation and allow Russian NGOs to be represented on the management committee,” explained the President of Rehabilitation International.
Other topics discussed at the Assembly included the fairness of membership fees and the transparency of election procedures. Representatives from Japan raised the issue of differences in the size of contributions, while the Indian delegation discussed the need to improve communication regarding elections to the governing committee. The president of the organization promised to promptly consider both issues and introduce more transparent mechanisms.
Despite the complex topics, the Assembly was constructive. All participants reaffirmed their commitment to the principles of inclusion, equality, and cooperation.