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This past weekend marked a vibrant celebration of pride at the 47th annual Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade, where thousands gathered in joyous solidarity. Once rooted in protest …
Mardi Gras 2025: A Vibrant Celebration of Pride and Human Rights Advocacy Read More
Amnesty International has decried recent reforms in El Salvador’s criminal law, arguing they infringe upon children’s rights. Effective February 12, these changes allow minors convicted of organised crime to be …
El Salvador’s Criminal Law Reforms Raise Alarms Over Children’s Rights Violation Read More
Amnesty International celebrated the acquittal of Taner Kılıç, a prominent refugee rights lawyer from Turkey, after an arduous eight-year legal battle. This verdict commands attention amidst the persistent oppression faced …
Amnesty International Applauds Taner Kılıç’s Acquittal Amidst Ongoing Human Rights Struggles Read More
In a harrowing turn of events, about 40 Uyghurs detained in Thailand since 2014 have been deported to China, raising alarms over their safety. Sarah Brooks, Amnesty International’s China Director, …
Thailand’s Deportation of Uyghurs: A Grave Human Rights Breach 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
Amnesty International has urgently called for the release of Egyptian human rights activists who are being held without justification and are awaiting dubious legal proceedings. Allegations against these individuals involve …
Amnesty International Urges Egypt to Release Detained Activists for Social Media Posts Read More
Amnesty International’s recent findings reveal a troubling scenario at the U.S.-Mexico border—the right to seek asylum in the U.S. is virtually non-existent, contravening both national and international human rights obligations. …
Amnesty International Reports Asylum Rights Largely Non-Existent at U.S.-Mexico Border Read More
Human rights advocates are sounding alarms over a proposed French bill that aims to prohibit ‘ostensibly religious’ attire in all sports events. Amnesty International decries this initiative for violating human …
Opposition Grows Against Proposed Hijab Ban in French Sports Read More
In a shocking move, Google has lifted its ban on using artificial intelligence (AI) for weapons and surveillance, a decision met with dismay by human rights advocates. Matt Mahmoudi of …
Google’s Reversal on AI for Weapons Raises Human Rights Concerns Read More
Under President Prabowo Subianto Djojohadikusumo, Indonesia is contemplating an amnesty for numerous Papuans convicted or charged for alleged support of the secessionist movement. However, the government’s mixed messages create confusion …
Indonesia’s Proposed Amnesty: A Step Toward Peace or Just a Mirage? Read More