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The United Nations strongly advocates for the rights and protections of LGBTIQ+ individuals, emphasising the need for equality and freedom from violence and discrimination. Through various initiatives and a collaborative …
Advocacy for LGBTIQ+ Rights: The UN’s Commitment to Equality and Inclusivity Read More
Felice Gaer Baran, a prominent human rights expert and director of the Jacob Blaustein Institute, passed away on November 9, 2024, at age 78. Celebrated for her dedication to international …
Felice Gaer: Iconic Advocate for Human Rights Passes Away at 78 Read More
Brooklyn College canceled an event organized by the magazine Jewish Currents, initially claiming a leaky roof as the reason. This incident raises concerns about the stifling of academic discourse around …
Fear Chokes Discourse: Brooklyn College’s Cancellation of Jewish Currents Event Read More
The International Human Rights Clinic was launched at Robson Hall, providing law students with practical human rights experience. Funded through a successful application by professors, the clinic aims to blend …
Robson Hall Launches Inaugural International Human Rights Clinic Read More
Nearly 70 percent of deaths in Gaza are women and children, with 44 percent being minors. The UN report starkly highlights the humanitarian crisis amid ongoing violence, urging Israel to …
UN Report Reveals Heartbreaking Toll of Gaza Conflict on Women and Children Read More
Ahead of the European Political Community Summit, Azerbaijan is facing a climate of severe repression, particularly following the 2024 elections. Prominent figures such as Anar Mammadli and other activists have …
Azerbaijan: Urgent Calls for Human Rights Protections Amid Repression Ahead of EU Summit Read More
A U.S. participant reflects on her advocacy journey at the Women’s Human Rights Advocacy Training in Geneva. She learns the importance of actionable hope and community engagement in advancing gender …
Cultivating Actionable Hope: A Journey Through Women’s Human Rights Advocacy Training Read More
Filep Karma, a political prisoner from West Papua, became a symbol of resistance against discrimination and the fight for Indigenous rights in Indonesia. His journey, marked by courage and activism, …
Filep Karma: A Champion for Papuan Independence and Human Rights Read More
On October 31, CPJ and 27 partners urged Sandvine to strengthen its commitment to human rights following its removal from the U.S. Entity List. They called for robust oversight and …
CPJ and Partners Demand Sandvine Address Human Rights Concerns Read More
The UN has called for a full investigation into the killings and human rights abuses that occurred during the unrest in Bangladesh, following the ousting of former Prime Minister Sheikh …
UN Demands Investigation into Killings Amid Bangladesh Unrest Read More