Greenpeace Launches Global Urban Movements Map on World Cities Day Introduction Greenpeace International, in collaboration with Clima e Mobilidade and the Urban Movement Innovation Fund, launched a global Urban Movements Map on World Cities Day. The interactive platform provides information about grassroots groups, organizations, and movements working on climate justice […]
Year: 2023
Ghana’s Shift Towards Human Rights-Based Mental Healthcare
Ghana‘s Struggle to End Chaining for Mental Health Conditions Introduction In a recent report, Human Rights Watch (HRW) highlighted the ongoing practice of chaining people with mental health conditions in faith-based centers, also known as “prayer camps,” in Ghana. Despite a ban on shackling imposed by the government in 2017, […]
Why Upholding Human Rights is Crucial for Climate Action: Insights from COP28
COP28: Climate Action Requires Upholding Rights The Importance of Independent Voices in Climate Action The upcoming 28th annual United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28), set to take place in Dubai, presents a crucial opportunity for governments around the world to address the pressing issue of global warming and commit to […]
Crisis in the Middle East: Escalating Violence Threatens Innocent Lives
Israel/Palestine: Grave Concerns for Civilians in Ground Offensive Laws of War Protect Those Who Can’t, Don’t Flee Introduction In the ongoing conflict between Israel and Palestine, grave concerns have arisen for the safety and well-being of civilians as Israel began major ground operations in the Gaza Strip on October 28, […]
Rising Incidents of Attacks on Students and Schools: Evaluating the Efficacy of the UN Resolution
Millions of Children in Conflict Zones Denied Education Despite UN Resolution Evaluating the Efficacy of the UN Resolution Two years ago, the United Nations Security Council adopted a groundbreaking resolution aimed at safeguarding education during wartime. The resolution called on governments to prevent and address attacks on schools and other […]
Mozambique’s Violent Crackdown: Revealing the Dark Side of Policing
Mozambique: Police Fire on Protesters, At Least 3 Killed in Post Municipal Election Demonstrations Background In the wake of the recent municipal elections in Mozambique, violent clashes have erupted between security forces and peaceful protesters. According to Human Rights Watch, Mozambican security forces have used excessive force, including live ammunition, […]
FIFA’s World Cup Hosting: A Broken Promise on Human Rights
FIFA Broke Own Human Rights Rules for World Cup Hosts Saudi Arabia Shouldn’t be Rewarded for Its Repression New York, October 27, 2023—Global soccer governing body FIFA has broken its own human rights rules in announcing a plan for hosting the next two men’s World Cups that effectively eliminates bidding […]
Rising Humanitarian Crisis: Israel’s Communication Black-out Threatens Lives in Gaza
Palestinian civilians trapped in complete communications blackout in Gaza Strip The Plight of Palestinian Civilians The occupied Gaza Strip is currently experiencing a total communications blackout, leaving Palestinian civilians trapped without access to the internet and telecommunications networks. This blackout comes as reports of air and ground strikes intensify, particularly […]
The Urgent Need for Social Media Companies to Address the Escalation of Online Hate and Censorship in Israel-Palestine
Social Media Companies Must Take Urgent Action to Address Online Hate and Racism Amid Israel-Palestine Conflict The Escalating Crisis Amnesty International has called on major social media companies to address the rising tide of online hate and racism targeting Palestinian and Jewish communities in light of the escalating conflict in […]
Punishing the Unnecessary Use of Force: Holding Accountable Those Responsible for the Crackdown in Guinea
Swift and Independent Investigation Urged in Guinea Protests Introduction Amnesty International has called on the Guinean authorities to conduct a swift and independent investigation into the violent repression of a peaceful rally on October 16th, which left three journalists injured. Thirteen journalists were also arbitrarily arrested during the event in […]