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Tyrone Wilson, recently appointed to the Ulster County Human Rights Commission, is no stranger to controversy. His previous dismissal from the position was due to his use of inappropriate language, …
Controversy Surrounds Tyrone Wilson’s Return to Human Rights Commission Read MoreIn an illuminating interview, Sanjay Kumar, the acting chairperson of the Maharashtra State Human Rights Commission (MSHRC), sheds light on the commission’s pivotal role in strengthening democracy and advocating for …
Sanjay Kumar on MSHRC’s Role in Promoting Human Rights in Maharashtra Read More
In a recent visit to Nari Niketan, Kuldeep Jain, a member of the state Human Rights Commission, engaged directly with the young inmates and their educators. He carefully inspected the …
Kuldeep Jain Inspires Youth at Nari Niketan Visit Read More
The Virgin Islands are on the brink of a significant transformation with the proposed Human Rights Commission Bill, which seeks to align local laws with recognized international standards. This initiative …
Transforming Human Rights: The Virgin Islands’ New Commission Bill Read More
On 11 February 2025, Yambem Laba, a prominent human rights defender in Manipur, was forcibly taken from his home by an armed group of 15 to 20 men. The abduction …
Abduction of Yambem Laba: A Disturbing Retaliation Against Human Rights Advocacy Read More
The Australian Human Rights Commission recently unveiled its Interim Report on Racism in Australian Universities, just as the academic year drew to a close in 2024. However, the report received …
Evaluating the Human Rights Commission’s Report on Racism in Australian Universities Read More
In Upper Nile state, a glimmer of hope shines through the reports from the Human Rights Commission indicating a decrease in overarching human rights violations. However, beneath this hopeful surface …
Human Rights in Upper Nile State: Declines Amid Ongoing Abuses Read More
In an important ruling, the Alberta human rights tribunal dismissed a complaint from transgender woman Marni Panas against the Edmonton Police Service (EPS). While acknowledging that two officers misgendered Panas …
Alberta Tribunal Dismisses Discrimination Complaint Against EPS Amid Misgendering Incident Read More
In a rare public spectacle, Mohd Affendi Awang, a 42-year-old carpenter, was caned under Sharia law in Terengganu, Malaysia. Convicted of the Islamic offense of khalwat, which involves being alone …
Public Caning in Malaysia Sparks Outcry from Human Rights Groups Read More
The Vermont Human Rights Commission is mobilizing efforts on Human Rights Day, calling for increased funding to bolster its advocacy and protection work. Through testimonies from community members and officials, …
Vermont Human Rights Commission Advocates for Increased Funding on Human Rights Day Read More