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A group of esteemed alumni from Tufts University, Class of 1989, have united in a passionate plea for action regarding the case of Rümeysa Öztürk, a Tufts graduate student currently …
Alumni Urge Tufts University to Defend Academic Freedom and Human Rights Read More
The Human Rights Campaign Foundation (HRCF) and Lambda Legal have passionately urged a district court to halt the enforcement of the Trump administration’s executive order, which bans transgender individuals from …
HRCF and Lambda Legal Challenge Transgender Military Ban in Court Read More
The recent arrest of Mahmoud Khalil, a lawful permanent resident of the U.S. and Columbia University graduate, has drawn global attention and condemnation. This incident, marked by sharp criticism from …
Erosion of Free Speech: The Case of Mahmoud Khalil and Administrative Overreach Read More
Today, as we commemorate the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, we also celebrate 60 years since the International Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Racial …
Addressing Historic Legacies is Crucial to Ending Racism Read More
In a vehement response, Human Rights First has roundly condemned the recent executive order by the Trump administration aimed at dissolving the Department of Education. This sweeping action threatens to …
Human Rights First Decries Executive Order to Dismantle Education Department Read More
In a troubling turn of events, civil rights groups have expressed outrage over the disappearance of 48 individuals detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) during a recent operation in …
Civil Rights Groups Decry Forcible Disappearance of 48 ICE Detainees in New Mexico Read More
On March 17, 2025, the Trump Administration declared its intention to phase out gender-affirming care for veterans, a decision that has raised significant concerns. Kelley Robinson, President of the Human …
Human Rights Campaign Criticises VA’s Decision on Gender-Affirming Care for Veterans Read MoreIn a powerful lecture at Brigham Young University, Rev. Lawrence Edward Carter addressed the pressing need for peace in today’s turbulent world, which he observed is marred by both personal …
Rev. Carter Urges New Generation to Embody Nonviolence for Peace Read More
In solidarity with the commemoration of the 60th anniversary of Bloody Sunday, leaders from across the nation convened in Selma, Alabama, to confront the escalating threats against democracy and civil …
Leaders Unite in Selma to Safeguard Democracy and Civil Rights Read More
In a fierce stand against the nomination of Harmeet Dhillon as assistant attorney general for civil rights at the Department of Justice, the Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights, …
Opposition Grows Against Harmeet Dhillon’s DOJ Nomination Read More