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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
A broad alliance of 86 civil rights and education groups has pressed senators to reject Linda McMahon’s nomination as Secretary of Education, voicing serious doubts about her qualifications and dedication …
Civil Rights Groups Rally Against McMahon’s Secretary of Education Nomination Read More
In the wake of Alexey Navalny’s death, Russia’s crackdown on his supporters intensifies, as evidenced by the recent detainment of 42 individuals commemorating him. Human Rights Watch highlights that the …
Continued Crackdown on Navalny Supporters One Year After His Death Read More
For years, advocates for parents’ rights and critics of race-centric educational materials have lamented that complaints submitted to New Hampshire’s Commission for Human Rights (HRC) often disappear without resolution. A …
Audit Uncovers Dysfunction in NH Commission on Human Rights With Backlogged Cases Read More
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
Amnesty International has publicly denounced the US government’s actions that systematically undermine the right to asylum seekers at the US-Mexico border. In its report, “Lives in Limbo: Devastating Impacts of …
Concerns Over US Asylum Policies at Mexico Border Highlight Human Rights Crisis Read More
On this World Day of Social Justice, the International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) highlights the grim realities faced by trade unionists globally who are under persecution. These activists often face …
World Day of Social Justice: Advocating for Workers’ Rights as Human Rights Read More
Sihem Bensedrine, a prominent Tunisian human rights activist, was released from prison following a ruling from the Court of Appeal. This decision comes after the UN urged her immediate release …
Sihem Bensedrine’s Release Highlights Tunisia’s Human Rights Struggles Read More
In a significant development, Costa Rica is set to become a stopover for U.S. deportees, including families and minors, as the Trump administration ramps up deportations. A flight from the …
Human Rights Concerns Arise as Costa Rica Becomes Stopover for U.S. Deportees Read More