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On February 15, 2023, the world mourned the loss of Muhsin Hendricks, an openly gay imam and LGBT rights advocate who was fatally shot in Gqeberha, South Africa. He was …
Murder of Openly Gay Imam Muhsin Hendricks Sparks Calls for Justice in South Africa Read More
In a society where safety and dignity are paramount, the recent introduction of new hate speech laws aims to shield individuals from intimidation and discrimination. However, while the intention may …
The Impact of New Hate Speech Laws on Democratic Freedoms Read More
The Trump administration is actively undermining gender rights, ignoring the existence of transgender individuals while stripping away their hard-fought human rights. This regression not only harms LGBTQIA+ individuals but also …
Trump’s Gender Policies: An Assault on Rights and Dignity Read More
The Sahrawi National Committee for Human Rights has voiced its deep condemnation of the severe measures enforced by Moroccan authorities upon Sahrawi political prisoners. In a statement released on Wednesday, …
Sahrawi Committee Denounces Moroccan Abuse of Political Prisoners Read More
On 19 February 2025, Christian Solidarity Worldwide (CSW), a UK-based human rights group, submitted a petition to the African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights (ACHPR) to address urgent violations …
CSW Appeals to African Commission over Human Rights Violations in Sudan 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
This week, Brazil affirmed its dedication to freedom of expression during the inaugural visit of Pedro Vaca, the Special Rapporteur for Freedom of Expression from the OAS. His agenda featured …
Brazil Strengthens Commitment to Freedom of Expression During OAS Visit Read More
Discrimination has long been woven into the fabric of societies, manifesting as racism, xenophobia, and prejudices based on gender and sexual orientation. Such injustices against minorities persist and must be …
Confronting Workplace Discrimination: A Call to Action Read More
We are witnessing a troubling era in the United States, marked by a series of aggressive actions by the Trump administration that threaten fundamental human rights. This systematic assault includes …
Trump’s Assault on Human Rights: A Call to Action Against Injustice Read More
Meta’s Controversial Policy Changes According to human rights experts, recent policy changes by Meta, the parent company of Facebook, could facilitate genocidal violence. Following an announcement by CEO Mark Zuckerberg …
Meta’s Policy Shift Sparks Concerns Over Potential Violence Read More