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U.N., he worked for the Conference on Trade and Development, which he left in 1990
as deputy director.

The UNHRC was also the place where I got to know Klaus. With much wisdom and
encouragement, he introduced me to the council in his always sensitive manner. It is a
great honor for me to be able to pass on his legacy to the next generation and to
represent him as his successor at B’nai B’rith. I owe him so much as my mentor.

“Knowing Klaus has been one of the highlights of my years at B’nai B’rith,” Director of
U.N. and Intercommunal Affairs David Michaels adds. “We were privileged to work with
him on countless statements at the UNHRC, and to meet together with many
ambassadors and other diplomats. The consummate gentleman of a bygone era, his
integrity, humor and humility left a deep impression on me.”

On Dec. 7, Klaus Netter died at the age of 92. His death is a great loss for all of us. We
lose not only a dear, good-hearted friend, but also a person who spent a lifetime raising
his voice for human rights with great perseverance and wisdom.

We owe Klaus Netter immeasurably. Anyone who met him will never forget him.

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