REPORT: Exploring Alternative Futures Beyond GDP A World Beyond Profit and GDP Greenpeace International, renowned for its environmental activism, has announced a new initiative called “Growing the Alternatives: Future Societies Beyond GDP”. This project aims to shift the focus away from traditional economic growth indicators such as Gross Domestic Product […]
Day: September 27, 2023
Humanitarian Crisis in Haiti Calls for Suspension of Deportation Flights
Suspend Deportation Flights to Haiti Date: September 27, 2023 By Introduction In a letter addressed to Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro N. Mayorkas, 74 organizations, including Human Rights Watch, have called upon the United States government to suspend deportation flights to Haiti. These organizations have expressed serious concerns about the harm […]
“Charting a Course: Celebrating Progress in Ocean Conservation”
Charting a Course for Ocean Protection: A Happy First Step Last month, leaders from around the world gathered in New York City to witness a historic event – the signing of the Global Ocean Treaty. This treaty, which was adopted earlier this year, represents a triumph for multilateralism, people, and […]
No End in Sight: The Elusive Pursuit of Justice in Post-Tishreen Iraq
Call for Justice in the Wake of Anti-Government Protests in Iraq Amnesty International has called on the Iraqi authorities to ensure truth, justice, and reparations for the killing and maiming of protesters by security forces during the nation-wide anti-government protests that began in October 2019. The human rights organization has […]
The Environmental and Economic Risks of Norway’s Arctic Deep Sea Mining Plans
The Dangers of Deep Sea Mining in the Arctic Deep sea mining has emerged as a controversial issue, particularly in the Arctic region. The Norwegian government’s proposal to open up a large area in the Arctic for deep sea mining has sparked strong criticism from environmental activists, marine scientists, and […]
Vietnam’s Climate Activist: Charges Must Be Dropped
Vietnam: Drop Charges Against Climate Activist Hoang Thi Minh Hong Introduction The Vietnamese government is facing criticism for its continued persecution of environmental activists, with the most recent case being that of Hoang Thi Minh Hong. The prominent environmental leader is set to face criminal charges on September 28, 2023, […]
India: Using Terrorism Financing Watchdog Recommendations to Suppress Civil Society
New Report Exposes India‘s Abuse of FATF Recommendations to Target Civil Society Groups Introduction Amnesty International, in a recently released briefing titled “Weaponizing counter-terrorism: India’s exploitation of terrorism financing assessments to target civil society,” highlights how the Indian authorities have been using the recommendations of the Financial Action Task Force […]