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Although President Jimmy Carter is often lauded for championing human rights, his foreign policy reflects a more complex legacy, especially in Southeast Asia. History professor Brad Simpson explains how Carter’s …
Jimmy Carter: A Paradox of Human Rights Advocacy Amidst Genocide Support Read More
On January 6, 2025, the European Union and the United States joined forces with eight other nations, including Australia, Canada, and the United Kingdom, to release a pivotal joint statement …
EU and US Lead Coalition Addressing Myanmar’s Human Rights Crisis Read More
On January 7, 2025, the shadowy figures of hooded individuals snatched Carlos Correa, a prominent human rights defender, from the streets. The executive director of the Venezuelan NGO Espacio Público …
Call to Action: Free Venezuelan Human Rights Defenders Read More
As Guantanamo Bay marks its 23rd year, it stands as a symbol of historical injustice and the darker side of American policy. With only 15 inmates remaining, pressure mounts for …
Guantanamo at 23: Urgent Calls for Closure and Justice Read More
On Human Rights Day, we confront a stark reality: the erosion of human rights worldwide. Millions remain ensnared in the grips of poverty, starvation, and inadequate healthcare, as the shadows …
Human Rights Day 2024: A Call to Action for Universal Rights Read More
As Chancellor Rachel Reeves embarks on her visit to China, ARTICLE 19 and partner organizations urge her to emphasize human rights in discussions with PRC officials. They are alarmed by …
Human Rights Vigil: ARTICLE 19 Appeals to UK Chancellor Before China Visit Read More
In a striking plea, the Raoul Wallenberg Centre for Human Rights has urged the Canadian government to join the U.S. in recognizing the atrocities committed by Sudan’s Rapid Support Forces …
Canada Urged to Join U.S. in Declaring Genocide in Sudan Read More
On January 9, 2025, Lebanon took a pivotal turn as Joseph Aoun, a military leader, was elected president, finally breaking a two-year political stalemate. In his inaugural address, Aoun declared …
Lebanon’s New President: A Chance for Accountability and Reform Read More
On December 10, the United States Department of State awarded the 2024 Secretary of State’s Human Rights Defender Awards, honoring some of the world’s most unnoticed champions of justice. However, …
Celebrating Courage: Honoring Human Rights Defenders at the 2024 Awards Read More
In a world awash with misinformation, the Council of Europe calls for member states to enforce standards that combat online disinformation while simultaneously safeguarding human rights. “Platforms must not retreat …
Upholding Human Rights While Combating Online Disinformation Read More