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Women’s human rights defenders (WHRDs) are pivotal in championing gender equality and protecting human rights worldwide. They bravely confront oppressive systems and advocate for marginalized communities, often risking their safety …
Empowering Women’s Human Rights Defenders: The Role of Global Donors Read More
Kianoush Cheraghi, a Kurdish political prisoner, has embarked on an unsettling dry hunger strike at Ilam Central Prison, driven to this extreme after the revocation of his electronic ankle tag …
Kurdish Political Prisoner Kianoush Cheraghi Begins Dry Hunger Strike Against Injustice Read More
Şebnem Korur Fincancı, a Turkish human rights defender and forensic doctor, was acquitted of charges alleging she publicly insulted the state. The accusations stemmed from her social media comments about …
Turkish Human Rights Defender Acquitted of Insulting State Charges Read More
In a stark message to the Council of Europe, Human Rights Commissioner Michael O’Flaherty warned against the suspension of U.S. international aid, highlighting its detrimental effects on millions globally, including …
Urgent Call for Europe to Address U.S. Aid Suspension Impact on Human Rights Read More
As the Human Rights Council convenes, it marks three years since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, underscoring the urgency of its mission. The European Union firmly denounces Russia’s persistent aggressions …
Human Rights Council Session: A Call to Action for Global Justice Read More
A Uyghur human rights advocate, Idris Hasan, has recently emerged from a prolonged detention in Morocco that lasted 43 harrowing months. Accused by China of terrorism and linked to the …
Uyghur Human Rights Activist Idris Hasan Resettled in the U.S. After Moroccan Detention Read More
In Thailand, 44 politicians from the former Move Forward Party face severe consequences after being summoned by the National Anti-Corruption Commission. They are indicted for proposing a reform to the …
Thai Opposition Politicians Face Lifetime Ban Over Lèse-Majesté Law Controversy Read More
Amnesty International is taking a stand as a British Columbia court upholds the convictions of three Indigenous land defenders: Sleydo’ (Molly Wickham), Shaylynn Sampson, and Corey “Jayohcee” Jocko. Their appeals …
Amnesty International Challenges B.C. Court Ruling on Indigenous Land Defenders Read More
A broad alliance of 86 civil rights and education groups has pressed senators to reject Linda McMahon’s nomination as Secretary of Education, voicing serious doubts about her qualifications and dedication …
Civil Rights Groups Rally Against McMahon’s Secretary of Education Nomination Read More
In the wake of Alexey Navalny’s death, Russia’s crackdown on his supporters intensifies, as evidenced by the recent detainment of 42 individuals commemorating him. Human Rights Watch highlights that the …
Continued Crackdown on Navalny Supporters One Year After His Death Read More