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On Wednesday, the Verdi union initiated a two-day strike in Berlin’s public transport, impacting U-Bahn, tram, and most bus services. The strike, commencing at 3am, is a response to stalled …
Germany Today: Strikes, Politics, and Unexpected Honesty Read More
A coalition of 47 civil society and community organisations, known as HRA4NSW, is calling for a public inquiry into establishing a Human Rights Act for New South Wales (NSW). Their …
Calls for Inquiry into Establishing a Human Rights Act in NSW Read More
In Germany, the Prostitutes Protection Act (ProstSchG), enacted in 2016, aimed to regulate the sex industry and improve worker protections. However, nearly nine years post-implementation, the law is a source …
Germany’s ‘Whore ID’: A Safety Measure or Stigma for Sex Workers? Read More
This month, the Australian Human Rights Commission unveiled their report titled Collateral Damage, examining human rights amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. Drawing from over 5,000 individual accounts, this document serves as …
AHRC Reports on Human Rights Challenges During COVID-19 Pandemic Read More
The commitment to human rights recommendations has reached an all-time low, as reported by the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), which issued 444 directives in four years, with none fully …
Human Rights Recommendations: A Dismal Reality Read More
In response to an alarming 18.6% increase in youth addiction to e-cigarettes in Thailand, the Education Ministry has implemented four strategic measures aimed at curbing access to these devices within …
Thailand’s Education Ministry Enforces Measures Against E-Cigarettes in Schools Read More
The Victorian government’s recent overhaul of bail laws has ignited significant backlash from legal, human rights, and First Nations organisations. Premier Jacinta Allan announced proposed amendments to the Bail Act, …
Outrage Erupts Over Victoria’s Bail Law Overhaul: A Community in Turmoil Read More
A new report from the Australian Human Rights Commission assesses Australia’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic, revealing significant gaps in protecting human rights during emergencies. Titled “Collateral Damage,” it highlights …
Learning from COVID-19: Prioritising Human Rights in Australia’s Emergency Response Read More
On 6th March 2025, prominent global figures convened at the Palais des Nations in Geneva for the Human Rights Council’s 58th session, focusing on a sustainable HIV response rooted in …
Grounding the HIV Response in Human Rights: A Call to Action Read More
New Zealand currently faces an economic contraction of 1% alongside the emigration of about 80,000 citizens, prompting reflection on the country’s future. It relies heavily on services, particularly tourism and …
Economic Challenges and Hope for New Zealand Read More