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In recent years, Burkina Faso, Chad, Mali, and Niger have witnessed profound turmoil as military leaders seized control, plunging these nations into periods of transition marked by a chilling suppression …
Escalating Repression of Human Rights in the Sahel Region Read More
The concept of human rights, which is often touted as universal, appears to be selectively applied, especially when concerning Jews or Israelis. This stark reality was laid bare recently when …
The Silent Complicity of NGOs in the Face of Hostage Abuse Read More
In recent times, social justice has emerged as a prominent topic in discussions about equity and human rights, prompting important societal reforms. Essentially, social justice embodies the idea that every …
Understanding Social Justice and the UN’s Global Efforts Read More
In a recent report, the United Nations has raised alarm over M23 rebels, who have reportedly committed significant human rights violations upon seizing the city of Bukavu in the Democratic …
Contradictions of Peace: M23 Rebels in Bukavu and Human Rights Violations Read More
Al Gore, the former US vice-president and climate advocate, asserts that the fight against climate change is gaining unstoppable momentum. Despite President Trump’s withdrawal from the Paris Agreement, he believes …
Al Gore: Climate Action Momentum Continues Despite Policy Setbacks 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
In a compelling roundtable discussion co-hosted by the University of Pretoria’s Centre for Human Rights and the Initiative of Women Human Rights Defenders, UN Special Rapporteur Mary Lawlor addressed the …
UN Special Rapporteur Addresses Human Rights Defenders’ Safety at UP Roundtable Read More
In the latest report presented by the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, as mandated by Human Rights Council resolution 55/15, vital developments concerning the rights …
Enhancing Rights for National and Ethnic Minorities: UN Recommendations Read MoreMarch 8 marks International Women’s Day, a celebration that the Johnson County United Nations Association (JCUNA) honours every year with a fundraiser for local women-led nonprofits and a related U.N. …
Join the Fight for Human Rights: Night of a Thousand Dinners Fundraiser Read More
In a recent report, the UN Human Rights Office has condemned the previous Bangladeshi government for its severe human rights violations against civilian protesters. The document, released on 12 February, …
UN Report Calls Out Human Rights Violations in Bangladesh Protests Read More