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Libya is set to introduce a morality police in December, enforcing strict regulations on women’s dress and behavior in public, including compulsory veiling for girls and restrictions on women’s travel. …
Libya’s New Morality Police: A Return to Repression? Read More
On November 13, Nicaragua presented its human rights status at the UN, showing a stark divide between its positive claims and the grim reality of state violence, suppression of dissent, …
Nicaragua’s Human Rights Crisis: UN Scrutiny Reveals Stark Realities Read More
Iran plans to open a ‘hijab removal treatment clinic’ to target women defying mandatory hijab laws. The initiative has sparked outrage from Iranian women and human rights groups, highlighting concerns …
Iran’s Controversial ‘Hijab Removal Treatment Clinic’ Sparks Outrage Read More
Bahraini activists heavily criticize the UK for awarding King Hamad an honorary knighthood, calling it a betrayal amidst ongoing human rights abuses in Bahrain. They cite issues like torture and …
Activists Decry UK Honoring King Hamad Amid Ongoing Human Rights Violations Read More
Amnesty International celebrates the withdrawal of Türkiye’s ‘agents of influence’ law, marking a victory for civil society as it threatened fundamental rights. Activists remain cautious about the potential for the …
Victory for Civil Society as Türkiye Withdraws Controversial Law Read More
A recent report from Amnesty and the SRA urges FIFA to reconsider awarding the 2034 World Cup to Saudi Arabia, citing severe human rights risks, especially for LGBTQ individuals and …
Urgent Call for FIFA to Reconsider Saudi Arabia’s 2034 World Cup Bid Read More
The Arusha Initiative’s first Town Hall on October 9 gathered over 90 human rights advocates, sparking vital discussions on protecting civic spaces and access to justice in Africa. Keynote speaker …
Empowering Advocacy: Highlights from the Arusha Initiative Town Hall Read More
Activists are gathering for the Dekoloniale Berlin Conference 2024 to mark the 140th anniversary of the Berlin Africa Conference. This event will focus on reparations and addressing colonial injustices with …
Activists Gather in Berlin to Address Colonial Legacy and Push for Reparations Read More
The UN Human Rights Committee has urged Pakistan to implement critical reforms to its legal framework, focusing on issues like military courts, privacy laws, freedom of expression, and the treatment …
UN Human Rights Committee Calls for Urgent Legal Reforms in Pakistan Read More
Amnesty International urges FIFA to pause the bidding for World Cup 2034 until Saudi Arabia implements vital human rights reforms. The organization highlights risks concerning migrant workers and human rights …
Amnesty International Calls for FIFA to Pause World Cup 2034 Bidding Read More