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Hitachi Ultrastar 0F10452 A7K2000 / HUA722020ALA330 2000GB / 2TB 7.2K Enterprise SATA Hard Drive - New Pull
Capacity: 2TB
Spindle Speed: 7,200RPM
Interface Type: SATA
Disk Size: 3.5inx1.0in LFF Hard Drive
Sustained Throughput (MBps): 134
Average Seek Time (read/write ms): 8.2
Electrical Interface Speed: SATA 300 - 3.0Gbps
On-Board Cache: 32MB
Doubling the capacity density
As data center professionals across the globe work to meet growing enterprise needs, they face the dilemma of storing more data in the same footprint while also reducing power and HVAC consumption. The new Ultrastar™ A7K2000 provides twice the data storage capacity of the prior generation Ultrastar A7K1000 drive, and does so using fewer watts. It is now possible to achieve a colossal 1.2 petabytes (PB) in the footprint of a standard 19-inch enterprise storage rack by deploying the 2TB A7K2000 in a stack of ten 4U, 60-bay enclosures.
Combining 7200 RPM performance and granular power control
Operating at 7200 RPM, the Hitachi Ultrastar A7K2000 offers better overall performance than slower-RPM, capacity-oriented drives at impressively low power-consumption rates. When compared to the previous generation Ultrastar A7K1000, the A7K2000 offers up to a 155% improvement in sustained data transfer rate, and a 120% improvement in watts-per-GB. With five Advanced Power Management modes, a 36% reduction in watts during low-RPM idle mode, and using less than 1W during standby/sleep mode, the Ultrastar A7K2000 can help data centers achieve lower AC power and HVAC requirements, freeing up precious headroom for growing enterprise needs
Enhancing data safety and security
To ensure the utmost in data safety and security, the Ultrastar A7K2000 is also available with a bulk data encryption (BDE) option. When enabled, the Hitachi BDE implementation encrypts all data on the drive using a private security key as it is written to the disk, and then decrypts it with the key as it is retrieved, giving users an extreme level of data protection. Unlike softwarebased encryption solutions, the Hitachi BDE implementation is hardware-based, so it doesn't slow the system down. This technology also speeds up and simplifies the drive re-deployment and decommissioning process. By deleting the encryption key, the data is rendered unreadable, thereby eliminating the need for time-consuming, multi-pattern data overwrite.
Delivering industry-leading reliability
With a robust fourth-generation mechanical design, Ultrastar A7K2000 is specifically built and tested for the enterprise. The Ultrastar SATA drive family features Hitachi-patented Rotational Vibration Safeguard (RVS) sensor technology, which optimizes drive reliability in multi-drive RAID arrays and rack-mounted systems. Backed by a five-year warranty, the Ultrastar platform has earned Hitachi a reputation among server and storage vendors as a global partner dedicated to delivering the highest quality and reliability in the industry.
Innovation for a more sustainable environment
The Ultrastar A7K2000 demonstrates Hitachi ecological leadership with its halogen-free design and power-efficient operation. Both these features serve to qualify the drive for the Hitachi EcoTrac classification, which identifies products that minimize environmental impact in the areas of product design, manufacturing, operation and disposal.
Hitachi p/n: HUA722020ALA330 0F11141 0F10452 0F10630
This drive is compatible with any systems that use SATA drives.
Drive specification
Formatted Gbytes (512 bytes/sector)
Bytes per sector
Spindle speed (RPM)
I/O data transfer rate (Mbytes/sec max)
Cache buffer
32 Mbytes
Height (max)
26.11 mm (1.028 inches)
Width (max)
101.85 mm (4.010 inches)
Length (max)
146.99 mm (5.787 inches)
Weight (max) grams
Average seek, read (msec typical)
Startup current (typical) 12V (peak)
2.0 amps
Idle mode (typical) watts
Ambient temperature
5° to 60°C (op.)
–40° to 70°C (nonop.)
Dell CC852 Tray and PN939 Interposer Kit
IBM 42R4129 / 42R4131 SATA/SAS Hard Drive Tray
Dell F9541 / NF467 / H9122 / G9146 / MF666 / D981C / 0D981C SAS / SATA Hard Drive Tray/Caddy
Hitachi Deskstar 7K2000 0F10311 SATA Hard Drive
HP Compaq 373211-001 SATA / SAS Hard Drive Tray / Caddy
Western Digital RE4-GP WD2002FYPS SATA Hard Drive


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Acne is the occurrence of inflamed, blocked, and/or infected oil glands in the skin. It is typically characterized by blackheads, whiteheads, red bumbs/papules, and/or cysts.
Standard treatments for acne include over-the-counter products containing salicylic acid and/or benzoyl peroxide, retinoids, sulfur, and perscription antibiotics. Always check with your dermatologist.
Acne is one of the most common problems that prompt people to seek the help of a dermatologist. Teenagers are not the only ones affected by this disfiguring skin condition. Up to 30% of diagnosed cases occur in people over the age of 25. Some are forced to deal with breakouts in their forties, fifties and even beyond. It's not a pretty picture. Fortunately, there are treatments that can help manage this common skin condition.
Overproduction of sebum is a primary cause of acne. Sebum is an oily substance produced by the sebaceous glands on the skin. Sebum production is affected by hormone fluctuations, offering a partial explanation as to why the condition is more prevalent among teenagers.
Inside hair follicles on the surface of the skin, cells are continually turning over. New cells are produced while others die and slough off. When dead skin cells are not able to slough off at a healthy rate, they can stick together and clog pore walls. Bacteria can take up residence in the blocked pores and feed on the sebum. This triggers an inflammatory response, leading to red pustules and papules. In severe cases, the hair follicle can rupture and release its contents. When this happens, scarring can result.
When blocked pores, also known as comedones, become inflamed, red bumps or papules can form. People with acne usually also have comedones in the form of blackheads and whiteheads.
Blackheads are comedones that open to the surface of the skin and are filled with a waxy substance that is a mix of keratin (a skin protein) and sebum. As this waxy substance mixes with oxygen on the skin's surface, it darkens to a black color.
Whiteheads are filled with the same substance but are closed off so that they are not exposed to oxygen. For this reason, they appear white in color.
There is a variety of approaches to treating acne. Many dermatologists recommend prescription-strength topical retinoids such as Retin-A in order to open up and clear clogged pores. Retinoids can clear blemishes and prevent new lesions from forming. Outbreaks may increase when first starting retinoids, but most people experience significant improvement over time. Some people experience significant irritation from the use of retinoids.
There are also over-the-counter products containing ingredients that help dissolve pore clogging sebum and eliminate dead skin cells that clog pores and cause breakouts. Such products include alpha hydroxy acids, also known as AHAs, and the beta hydroxy acid salicylic acid. Salicylic acid found in some over the counter skin care products seems to be more effective than AHAs for unclogging pores. It also sloughs away superficial dead skin cells and reduces inflammation.
Salicylic acid products should be used continually in order to maintain clear skin. They can cause burning and skin irritation in sensitive types. Over the counter salicylic acid products usually have strengths between 0.5% and 2% with higher strengths carrying an increased risk for irritation.
Another way to prevent breakouts is to kill acne causing bacteria. Topical benzoyl peroxide works by oxygenating the follicle, thereby killing bacteria. Because of possible contraindications, benzyol peroxide should not be layered with retinoids. Most dermatologist recommend using benzoyl peroxide in the morning and retinoids in the evening when using both treatments.
Benzoyl peroxide is available in over the counter concentrations from 2.5 to 10%. It's best to start with lower concentrations to reduce skin irritation. Some dermatologists also prescribe topical or oral antibiotics to reduce the number of bacteria. Antibiotics also help by reducing inflammation. There are many potential side effects that can occur from using oral antibiotics including stomach upset and sensitivity to sun light.
Sulfur is another ingredient that can be effective in treating acne. Sulfur helps eliminate dead skin cells in order to clear pores. It also has antibacterial benefits and reduces oil production. While sulfur can reduce redness and irritation in some, others may experience dryness.
Facial peels made from alpha hydroxy and beta hydroxy acids can be effective at eliminating dead skin cells and excess sebum. Over the counter products can be found in lower concentrations while higher concentrations must be administered in a dermatologist's office. Blue light therapy has been shown to be effective at reducing acne causing bacteria while red light therapy can help promote healing. Over the counter systems are now available for home use with professional treatments available in spas and dermatologists' offices.
Acne is a frustrating condition, but there are multiple treatment options that can help. Most people respond to a combination of therapies rather than just one. Thanks to new treatments, more people are managing the condition and enjoying clear skin.

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Your pores play a vital role in keeping your skin lubricated and regulating your body temperature, but that doesn't make them any more attractive when they're visible on your forehead, nose and chin. Over-sized pores develop when excess oil and dead skin cells invade the tiny openings and cause them to stretch. As you age, your natural loss of skin elasticity exacerbates the problem, making the tissue even more susceptible to stretching. The products in the dr. brandt Pores No More collection help to counteract these forces that cause your pores to become enlarged and visibly reduce the size of the pores in the T-zone.
The dr. brandt Pores No More range was created by top dermatologist Dr. Frederic Brandt whose expert knowledge in skin care has made his private practices in Miami and New York City popular destination for notable celebrities. The pore-shrinking formulas in the lineup absorb oil, remove blockages and restore skin elasticity to leave the pores look smaller and less apparent. Get your pores back in shape with the dr. brandt Pores No More range. Start shopping the collection today!
Oily skin types tend to report enlarged pores as one of their primary concerns. This is also the case with combination skin types who have an oily T-Zone, experiencing oiliness on the forehead, nose and chin. Dr. Brandt Pores No More clears the pores of clogging debris while tightening and refining. Dr. Brandt Pores No More balances oil production to minimize shine.
Dr. Brandt Pores No More Pore Refiner is a very effective mattifying product which helps control shine throughout the day. Dr. Brandt Pores No More Pore Refiner works great as a makeup primer since it fills in pores to make them look less noticeable. Natural essential oils purify and balance oily skin. This can also be used as a touch up mattifying product when shine breaks through in the afternoon.
Dr. Brandt Pores No More Pore Effect is an exceptional product for treating and controlling acne breakouts. Salicylic acid sweeps the pores clear of debris while promoting a clear complexion. This is also a very calming treatment that soothes irritation and reduces the redness associated with acne breakouts. It should be used twice a day for best results.
There are many people who report experiencing the signs of aging while still battling oily, acne prone skin. Dr. Brandt Pores No More Anti-Aging Mattifying Lotion contains stem cells from apples in order to keep the signs of aging at bay. A gentle form of retinol turns skin cells over faster to reveal a more youthful glow. At the same time, oily absorbing properties help mattify the skin and control shine for hours.


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Why do I need a music staff dry erase board?
Although a regular dry erase board can be used for music instruction, rewriting the music lines every time a new scale or chord is being discussed can be quite tedious. Even for an instructor who can draw straight lines, the process will take away valuable time from lessons. Additionally, while the teacher is spending extra time rewriting, students may become restless and lose their focus, which will use up even more time.
Music whiteboards eliminate the time and hassle it takes to write music lines over and over again. With lines that are permanently fused onto the surface, there is no danger of accidentally erasing them and there is no need to use extra time rewriting. With guaranteed straight lines every time, lessons will be clearer to students. As soon as the conductor or teacher walks into the room, the lesson can begin, and focusing on a new piece or new section is simply a matter of swiftly wiping away the old notes and replacing them with the new ones.
Should I get a music staff whiteboard that's portable or fixed?
With a choice of wall-mounted and mobile music staff whiteboards, you can get both portable and permanent solutions. Wall-mounted boards are ideal for a room that is always used for musical purposes such as a band room or practice room. When the board is permanently attached to the wall, you can be sure that it will always be there when you need it. There is no need to worry about someone taking the board to another room and having to search all over the school to find it. Additionally, with the music board mounted in a clear space at the front of the room, you can ensure that all students have a clear view of what you are writing.
For orchestras, bands or small groups that practice in a number of different spaces, we also have portable music dry erase boards. There are a few different board options for these double-sided models. For a common practice space that is used for a number of purposes, there is an option with a music board on one side and a bulletin board on the other. With this arrangement you get a great space to write notes and chords as well as a place to hang up flyers about upcoming concerts, practice schedules and other events. No matter what kind of board you choose, you will be emphasizing the importance of arts in education by providing the tools your students need to succeed.
What are the advantages of a portable music staff dry erase board?
Although a wall-mounted board does have its advantages, there are some extra features that make a portable model worth considering. Even if you are always practicing in the same space, having the ability to move the music whiteboard into different positions around the room while working with smaller groups can be quite helpful. Double-sided music boards also offer the added bonus of twice as much writing space. With this arrangement, an instructor can go back to something that was discussed earlier in the lesson without having to redraw it. Additionally, there is no need to waste time erasing because you can simply turn the board over to get a clear surface.
Another great option is having a music board on one side with a regular dry erase board on the other. This can be useful for a classroom that is used for instruction in music as well as other disciplines. Even in a music room that is used exclusively for instrumental instruction, teachers might appreciate having an open space without lines where they can write general notes and important information that is related to the pieces being studied.
At Hertz Furniture, we know how important it is to have music in the educational environment. Our music boards are designed to make instruction easier for teachers and clearer to students. With the right music furniture, you can encourage students to try their best, progress and develop their skills and talents.


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Nothing sets the mood for a holiday better than decorations and Halloween is no exception. It's all about the goblins, ghouls and spooky decorations. Not everyone enjoys all things creepy and crawly. You'll enjoy this charming décor. These designs will have you well on your way to having the most delightful Halloween decorations on your street. Witches, pumpkins and spooky trees sum up the holiday very well. Create a spooky ambiance in your home with our bag keeper, toilet paper topper and tree. Your next Halloween party will be a scream!
Original Design by: Maggie Weldon
Skill Level: Intermediate
Size: Esmeralda Bag Witch: 20″ long; Pumpkin TP Topper: Fits standard toilet paper rolls;
Halloween Ornaments: Pumpkin: 4″ tall x 2″ wide; Ghost: 4″ tall x 2″ wide; Cat: 4 ½″ tall x 2″ wide.
For this pattern, you will need:
Materials: Yarn Needle; Worsted Weight Yarn;
Esmeralda Bag Witch: 3 oz Black (B); 1 yd Orange (O); Elastic ¼″ wide x 8″ long; 6″ Pine Broom;
Granny Air Freshener Doll; Hot or Craft Glue;
Pumpkin TP Topper: 1 oz, 67 yd Orange (O); 18 yd Green (G); Black Felt; Hot or Craft Glue;
Halloween Ornaments: Cat: 10 yd Black (B) and Purple (P); Small amount Fiber Fill;
Pumpkin: 10 yd Orange (O); 1 yd each Brown (B) and Green (G); Small amount Fiber Fill;
Ghost: 10 yd White (W); Small piece of Black Felt; Hot or Craft Glue.
Crochet Hook: Size G-6 (4.00 mm) and I-9 (5.50 mm) or sizes needed to obtain gauge.
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Anthropology Minor
Department of Anthropology, 19 ten Hoor Hall
Admission into the minor. Students are expected to formally declare a minor. With the assistance of an advisor in the minor department, students should complete the "Declaration of Minor" form before or during the third year of full-time enrollment.
Grade point average. A 2.0 grade point average in the minor is required for completion of the degree. The minor GPA is calculated based on all courses applicable to the minor that the student has attempted at UA and all work attempted applicable to the minor throughout the entire higher education career.
Minor courses. The minor in anthropology requires the successful completion of the following 18 semester hours:
|ANT 100, ANT 102, ANT 107, ANT 210, or ANT 270
|ANT electives 300 or 400 level
|ANT electives
Upper-level residency. A minimum of 6 hours of 300- and 400-level courses in the minor must be earned on this campus.
Ancillary courses. This minor does not require ancillary courses.
Additional minor requirements. Students are responsible for ensuring that they have met all University, college, major, and minor requirements. However, each student must meet with an advisor in the major department for academic planning and to be cleared for registration each semester. If necessary, students may consult with the minor department academic advisor for questions concerning minor requirements.


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Oceanside should consider incorporation
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In the wake of Hurricane Sandy, Ocean-side seemed to be largely forgotten. The Long Island Power Authority took an inexcusably long time to begin restoring power here, and some of our elected officials seemed to be late to the game. If Governor Cuomo saw any of the damage in the area, it was through the windows of a moving vehicle as he was on his way to Long Beach.
It wasn't until more than a week after the storm, when the Oceanside School District held a press conference, that people started paying attention to Oceanside. What the district did was great, and it helped shine a light on the community. But the school district's responsibility is education, not holding rallies.
None of Oceanside's current town and county representatives are from the area — Anthony Santino is from East Rockaway, Denise Ford is from Long Beach and Howard Kopel is from the Five Towns. Oceanside needs local leaders — representatives whose first priority will be Oceanside.
If Oceanside were a village, it would have elected officials of its own to speak on its behalf. A mayor and a Board of Trustees would do a better job of representing the community in times of crisis than our Town of Hempstead and Nassau County representatives.
No one seems to be in a hurry to incorporate, however. The idea was proposed in 2003, by then Legislator Jeff Toback. It never happened.
Consider the attention — and the resour-ces — that Island Park and Long Beach received in the aftermath of the storm. With local officials speaking up for them, residents were able to attract the attention of the media and officials higher up, donations have been coming in and those communities are well on their way to being fully functional once again.
Oceanside had to handle its recovery efforts on its own. There's no question that the residents who have organized collections and the distribution of food and other necessities have been nothing short of amazing. But incorporation as a village would mean money for recovery and more organized efforts. Oceanside wouldn't be forgotten.
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A brain tumor is a disease in which cells grow uncontrollably in the brain. Eventually these cells form a mass of tissue called a tumor. If the tumor invades nearby tissue or spreads to other parts of the body, then it is a malignant tumor. A malignant tumor is also known as cancer. Brain cancer can fall into 2 categories:
- Primary brain cancer—begins in the brain
- Secondary or metastatic brain cancer—cancer started somewhere else in the body and spread to the brain. These are also known as metastatic tumors.
If the tumor does not invade other tissue it is considered a benign tumor. Although a benign tumor does not spread, it can cause damage by pressing on nearby brain tissue.
The cause of most primary brain cancer and benign tumors is unknown. Researchers believe that the tumors may be due to defects in genes. These defects trigger cells to grow uncontrollably.
Secondary brain cancer is caused by the cancer spreading to the brain from another site.
Risk Factors
Factors that increase your child's chance of developing brain tumors include:
- Genetic conditions such as retinoblastoma, neurofibromatosis, tuberous sclerosis, and Von Hippel-Lindau disease
- Family history of certain types of cancer
Symptoms depend on how large the tumor is and where it is located. Tumors can increase pressure and cause headaches. These headaches are different than the typical headaches that everyone gets. The headaches may:
- Worsen over a period of weeks to months
- Be worse in the morning or cause you to wake during the night
- Worsen with change of posture, straining, or coughing
The tumor can also affect the function of nearby tissue and cause:
- Nausea and vomiting, especially early morning vomiting
- Trouble with balance
- Seizures
- Personality changes
- Confusion
- Irritability
- Drowsiness
- Depression
- Weakness or numbness in the arms or legs
- Vision or hearing changes, including double vision
- Memory loss
- Problems with speech
You will be asked about your child's symptoms and medical history. A physical exam will be done. Muscle strength, coordination, reflexes, response to stimuli, and alertness will be tested. Your child's eyes may be examined to check for signs of brain swelling.
Pictures may be needed of structures inside your child's body. This can be done with:
A sample of your child's brain tissue may be removed for testing. This will help identify certain characteristics of the tumor. If it is cancer, results from a few different tests will be used to determine the stage of the cancer. The stage helps choose the best treatment options and make a prognosis.
Treatment depends on the type, size, and location of the cancer. It also depends on your child's overall health. Some treatments can affect nearby healthy tissue. This may lead to physical or mental limitations.
In some cases, the doctor may advise that your child takes medication, such as:
- Corticosteroids—to reduce swelling in the brain
- Anticonvulsants—to prevent seizures
Examples of surgical procedures used to treat brain tumors include:
- Craniotomy —opening the skull to remove the tumor or as much of the tumor as possible
- Placement of a shunt—a long thin tube is placed in the brain to let fluid drain out of the brain
Chemotherapy and Radiation Therapy
Chemotherapy is the use of drugs to kill cancer cells. The drugs enter the bloodstream and travel through the body killing mostly cancer cells, but also some healthy cells. The drugs may be delivered into cerebrospinal fluid. This is fluid that surrounds the brain tissue.
Radiation therapy is the use of radiation to kill cancer cells or shrink tumors. This is a common treatment for brain tumors. Radiation may be used alone or with chemotherapy. Radiation may be:
- External radiation therapy—Radiation is directed at the tumor from a source outside the body.
- If you have a metastatic brain tumor, you will receive whole brain radiation therapy (WBRT). WRBT may also be used in people who have cancer in other areas of the body to prevent brain cancer.
- If you have a primary brain tumor, you will receive more focused radiation therapy.
- Internal radiation therapy—Radioactive materials are placed into the body near the cancer cells. This is used less often.
- Stereotactic radiosurgery—This is a more precise method of delivering higher doses of radiation. It helps to target cancer cells and spare nearby healthy tissue. It is used most often in metastatic brain tumors or in benign brain tumors, such as meningiomas.
Rehabilitation Therapy
Rehabilitation therapy is important to help regain lost skills or learn new ones. Rehabilitation therapy includes:
- Physical therapy to help with walking, balance, and building strength
- Occupational therapy to help with mastering life skills, such as dressing, eating, and using the toilet
- Speech therapy to help express thoughts and overcome swallowing difficulties
Your child may also work with an educational specialist. They can help with the transition back to school and with learning problems.
Revision Information
- Reviewer: Mohei Abouzied, MD, FACP
- Review Date: 06/2015 -
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By Erika B. Schlager, Counsel for International Law
On July 9-10, the OSCE participating States held their second Supplementary Human Dimension Meeting (SHDM) of 2009. Convened in Vienna at the seat of the Permanent Council, this meeting was devoted to the consideration of "Freedom of Religion or Belief." During the meeting, several speakers drew attention to the murder of a pregnant Muslim woman in a German courtroom just prior to the SHDM. The victim was in court in connection with a legal action against a man who had called her a "terrorist," possibly because of her hijab, a head covering. The man against whom she was taking legal action stabbed her multiple times, killing her and her unborn child. The German delegation provided information on the government's condemnation of the crime, and early efforts to investigate and prosecute the perpetrator.
Background on Supplementary Human Dimension Meetings
Each year, the OSCE convenes three SHDMs. The subjects for these meetings are chosen by the OSCE Chair-in-Office, in consultation with the participating States. The OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights often plays a central role in organizing them. The SHDMs have been held since 1999 and, as conceived, were intended to bring the discussion of time-sensitive human dimension issues to the seat of the Permanent Council.
Although, as a rule, these meetings are held in Vienna to facilitate participation by the participating States' missions to the OSCE, it is debatable whether the degree of engagement by Permanent Council delegations actually warrants continuing to hold these meetings in Vienna, as opposed to other cities.
Varying the location of OSCE meetings draws in a broader segment of the OSCE
public, as has been the case with the High Level meetings on tolerance issues,
which have been held in Berlin, Paris, Brussels, Bucharest, and Cordoba.
A Supplementary Human Dimension Meeting on "Defense Lawyers" was hosted
by Georgia in Tbilisi in 2005.
The other two subjects chosen by the Greek Chair-in-Office for this year's SHDMs are "Hate Crimes: Effective Implementation of Legislation" (May 4-5) and "Gender Equality, with a special focus on combating violence against women" (November 5-6).
U.S. Delegation
Kurt Donnelly presenting U.S. views
The U.S. Delegation included U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) Chair Leonard Leo, as well as Commissioners Michael Cromartie, Talal Eid, Felice Gaer, and Elizabeth Prodromou and USCIRF staff; Kurt Donnelly, Director of the Department of State's Office of International Religious Liberties (a part of the Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor); and others from the Department of State, the U.S. Mission to the OSCE and the staff of the Helsinki Commission.
NGO Participation
Approximately 100 non-governmental representatives participated in a civil society round-table prior to the opening of the meeting. Their discussion illustrated particularly divergent views on evolving concepts of tolerance and equal rights for all persons regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity on the one hand and, on the other, the concerns of representatives of some religious groups that their rights may be placed in conflict with these evolving norms. (The case of a Swedish pastor charged in 2003 under Sweden's hate speech laws for giving a particularly vitriolic anti-homosexuality speech was presented as one of several examples. The Swedish Supreme Court finally overturned his conviction as, i.a., a violation of the European Convention on Human Rights.)
A number of NGOs made positive reference to the "Toledo Guiding Principles on Teaching about Religions and Beliefs in Public Schools," prepared by the OSCE Advisory Council of Experts on Religion or Belief in 2007. However, it was suggested that these principles were not known to all the NGOs present and therefore could not be referenced in their consensus recommendations.
NGO recommendations which did emerge from this civil society roundtable were limited, and included a call for freedom of religion or belief to be "mainstreamed" in the work of the OSCE, for OSCE participating States to implement their commitments in this field and to draw on the expertise of ODIHR in doing so, and for the participating States to support a public space for dialogue. There was broad and deep support for recognition of the rule of law as an essential pre-requisite for full enjoyment of freedom of religion or belief.
In addition, NGOs organized side events, including an event by Freedom House focused on issues relating to the 2010 chairmanship of the OSCE by Kazakhstan. Freedom House shared information on its newly launched website, www.oscemonitor.org, created to examine the human rights and democracy promotion work in the OSCE, with a special emphasis on Kazakhstan's 2010 chairmanship. Freedom House described growing hostility towards "non-traditional" faiths in Kazakhstan, increasing state controls over religious communities, and the passage of a restrictive religion law after Astana secured the OSCE chairmanship.
Religious Liberties in the OSCE
The OSCE does hold regular discussions on freedom of religion. It is a regular agenda item at the OSCE's annual two-week Human Dimension Implementation Meetings. (Those meetings are convened each fall in Warsaw, Poland, where the OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights is based.) The annual implementation review meetings cover the full range of OSCE human dimension commitments, and typically only one three-hour session is available for discussion of freedom of religion and belief. That amount of time is consistently inadequate for the large number of speakers who wish to address this subject, and it is often the case that some speakers are never able to take the floor and others have the time available for remarks restricted to just two or three minutes. The last OSCE Supplementary Human Dimension Meeting on religion was held in July 2003.
In years in which a summit of Heads of State or Government are held,
the two-week Human Dimension Implementation Meeting is replaced
with a full-scale Review Conference of all OSCE commitments in all
dimensions. This review precedes the summit.
During the 2008 Human Dimension Implementation Meeting, freedom of religion or belief was selected as a special one-day topic, providing additional opportunities for people to address this subject. At some previous Human Dimension Implementation Meetings, where the usual half-day available for consideration of freedom of religion or belief has proven insufficient, religious liberties issues have spilled over into the sessions devoted to other (related but distinct) topics, such as combatting intolerance straining the available time for discussion in those sessions as well.
In addition to the 2009 SHDM on freedom of religion or belief, other OSCE meetings were held in recent months on related (albeit distinct) tolerance subjects were held. In particular:
• On December 17, 2008, the Office for Democratic Institutions and Human
Rights convened a Roundtable in Vienna on "Intolerance and
Discrimination against Muslims" (with a focus on youth and education).
• On February 4, 2009, the Office for Democratic Institutions and Human
Rights held an informal briefing in Vienna for PC delegations by members
of the Advisory Panel of Experts on Freedom of Religion or Belief. The
Panel consists of about 15 experts selected by the ODIHR Director, who
serve as a steering group for the Panel, and other members nominated
by the participating States (up to two per state).
• On March 4, 2009, the Office for Democratic Institutions and Human
Rights convened a Roundtable in Vienna on "Intolerance and
Discrimination against Christians, focusing on exclusion, marginalization
and denial of rights."
• On March 17, 2009, the Office for Democratic Institutions and Human
Rights convened a Roundtable on "Combating Anti-Semitism."
The Supplementary Human Dimension Meeting was opened by the Director of the OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights, Ambassador Janez Lenarcic with a keynote address by Professor Ombretta Fumagalli Carulli of the Catholic University of the Sacred Heart in Italy. In addition, the opening session was addressed by all three Personal Representatives of the Chair-in-Office in the field of combating intolerance: Adil Akhmetov, Personal Representative on Combating Intolerance and Discrimination against Muslims, Rabbi Andrew Baker, Personal Representative on Combating Anti-Semitism, and Mario Mauro, Personal Representative on Combating Racism, Xenophobia and Discrimination, also focusing on Intolerance and Discrimination against Christians and Members of Other Religions. Many members of the ODIHR Panel of Experts on Religion or Belief participated in the meeting as well.
As at other human dimension meetings, participants were frequently exhorted by the moderator to make extemporaneous remarks with a view to fostering a "dialogue." More often than not, both NGOs and governments delivered prepared remarks (many of which were also circulated in print). This reflects, most likely, the desire of participants to have their points clearly understood and "on the record." More informal discussions, dialogue, and other exchanges of views occurred during the side events, in the corridors and over coffee, and in bilateral meetings.
The agenda was divided into three working sessions, held in succession: 1) from commitments to implementation; 2) status of religious or belief communities; and 3) places of worship. (Unlike the opening and closing sessions, these working sessions were intended to be more informal, and were held without the benefit of a speakers list or name plates.) Among the concerns participants raised during the meeting were:
• The unequal treatment of different religions under national laws, particularly
for the purpose of official recognition;
• Unnecessarily burdensome, restrictive or invasive registration requirements;
• The use of laws against "extremism" against religious groups that may be
disfavored by the state;
• State interference in the ability of people to pray and worship;
• The difficulty religious groups may face in obtaining property or having
property rights respected (including problems relating to the return of
property confiscated by previous regimes);
• The scope of the application of anti-discrimination laws to religious
• Attacks on places of worship;
• Social hostility or stereotyping of religions in ways that may then impede
the abilityof religious organizations to secure property rights.
The two days of discussions illustrated the relationship between the promotion of tolerance and respect for the right to freedom of religion or belief – related but distinct goals that might be viewed as overlapping (or even mutually reinforcing) circles on a Venn diagram.
During the discussion on places of worship, for example, many participants discussed problems some religious communities face in getting building permits for new houses of worship. They argued that the ability to have a house for communal worship is an essential element for the practice of one's faith, and therefore a component of the right to freedom of religion or belief. Societal prejudices clearly play a role in creating and solidifying barriers in this area, but many concrete disputes raised by NGOs focused on the role of state or government actors in this area, i.e., the need to eliminate religious bias on the part of the state in execution of its functions, or to ensure a separation of church and state altogether. During the same discussions, participants also remarked on the problem of violent attacks on some places of worship – a problem closely followed in the context of the OSCE's work in promoting tolerance. In the cases that were raised, the state itself was not accused of fomenting or engaging in the attacks, but it was argued that the state has a responsibility to effectively investigate and prosecute such attacks (which, in all likelihood, would have a preventative or deterrent effect as well).
This meeting also illustrated how tolerance and religious liberties issues – at least as envisioned by some – are not only related but potentially in conflict. Several participants alluded to this, often expressing concern that anti-discrimination laws would compel their religious organizations to hire people who are not adherents of their faith, or that hate speech laws which are intended to protect people based on their sexual orientation would be used against people for whom opposition to homosexuality is a tenant of their religious faith. Alternative views were expressed by other NGOs.
In general, the meeting was well attended and offered a welcome opportunity for religious liberty issues to be addressed more fully than during the Human Dimension Implementation Meeting. However Vienna is, inevitably, a relatively more convenient location for some NGOs and less convenient and costly for others, and NGO participation may have been effected as a consequence. That said, if a greater number of participants had attended, it might have been difficult to accommodate all the people seeking to speak – the opening session was so full that it would have been difficult even to bring more observers in to the room.
Many speakers noted that this meeting on religious liberties was held twenty years after the adoption of the 1989 Vienna Concluding Document, which is widely viewed as significantly elaborating on and advancing the Helsinki Final Act's Principle VII. Specifically, Principle VII committed the participating States to "[re]spect for human rights and fundamental freedoms, including the freedom of thought, conscience, religion or belief." Although the issues raised under this commitment have changed considerably since 1975, the saliency of the participating States' obligation has clearly endured.
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