The Need for International Justice: Addressing Impunity for Iranian Officials Introduction Amnesty International has called on the international community to take action and pursue pathways for justice at the international level to address systemic impunity for Iranian officials responsible for the unlawful killings of protesters and widespread torture. This request […]
Month: September 2023
From Advocacy to Action: Uniting for Social Security Rights
Joining Forces for the Right to Social Security: IMF and World Bank Should Change Course Introduction In an era marked by rising inequality and growing discontent, it is time for us to recognize and embrace the fundamental human right to social security. As protests against economic inequality and the high […]
Setting the Truth Free: Exposing the Reality of Chechnya’s Anti-Gay Purge
European Court Ruling Exposes Chechnya‘s Anti-Gay Purge A Victory for Justice Today, the European Court of Human Rights delivered a significant ruling in the case of Maxim Lapunov, the sole survivor of Chechnya‘s horrific 2017 anti-gay purge who had the courage to seek justice for the torture he endured at […]
Journalism Under Attack in the Democratic Republic of Congo: Free the Detained Journalist Now
The Arrest and Detention of Journalist Stanis Bujakera The recent arrest and detention of journalist Stanis Bujakera in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has ignited concerns over press freedom and human rights violations. Bujakera, the DRC correspondent for Thomson Reuters and Jeune Afrique, was apprehended by security agents on […]
Brazil’s Crisis of Police Killings: Why Prosecutors Must Lead the Inquiries
Brazil Urgently Needs to Address Police Abuse and Impunity September 12, 2023 In a letter to Brazil‘s Attorney General, Augusto Aras, Human Rights Watch has called for urgent action to address the chronic problem of police abuse and impunity in the country. The organization argues that the best way to […]
The Silent Cost of Speaking Out: The Persecution of a Chinese Activist
Zhang Zhan: A Victim of Oppression and Persecution in China The Story of Zhang Zhan In a somber tale that highlights the ongoing struggle for human rights in China, Zhang Zhan, a Shanghai-based activist and former lawyer, finds herself paying a terrible price for her public health advocacy. Zhang, who […]
Tajikistan’s Growing Repression: Calls for Release of Detained Political Activist
Tajikistan: Free Political Activist and Drop Charges against Nizomiddin Nasriddinov The Plight of Nizomiddin Nasriddinov Political activist Nizomiddin Nasriddinov finds himself at the center of a troubling case that exposes the authoritarian nature of the Tajikistan government and its disregard for human rights. Nasriddinov, a vocal advocate for democratic reforms […]
Chile’s 11 September Coup: A Personal Journey Through the Scars of the Past
Remembering the Past: A Personal Journey and the Scars That Remain Introduction: An Intimate Connection to History In the house of the author’s childhood, wooden sculptures crafted by their maternal grandfather served as reminders of a painful past. The story unfolds against the backdrop of Chile‘s coup d’état on September […]
Australia’s Voice Referendum: A Crucial Step Towards Upholding Indigenous Rights
Rights at Core of Voice Referendum Q&A on Constitutional Vote Supporting a Voice for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People Introduction On October 14, 2023, Australia will hold a crucial referendum. This referendum presents an opportunity to enshrine a First Nations Voice in the country’s constitution, according to a joint […]
The Urgent Call for Action: Addressing Mass Forced Evictions Around Angkor Wat
The World Heritage Committee Must Address Forced Evictions at Angkor Wat, Amnesty International Urges Background The World Heritage Committee, responsible for determining the fate of heritage sites worldwide, is set to convene in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, from September 10th to 25th. Among the issues on the agenda is the concerning […]