Amnesty International’s Report on Global Tear Gas Misuse: The Need for Philanthropy and Regulation The year 2022 saw a significant number of global protests that were brutally suppressed, resulting in deaths and injuries due to the misuse of tear gas. Amnesty International, in its updated report, Tear Gas: An Investigation, […]
Author: Liu David
“The Activism of James Wakibia: A Frontline Perspective on Kenya’s Environmental Movement” #CitizenClimate Series 05
Kenyan Environmental Activist James Wakibia: Leading the Fight Against Plastic Pollution James Wakibia, a Kenyan photojournalist and environmental activist, is a remarkable individual who has become a vocal proponent of the campaign against plastic pollution in his country. He actively educates people on the dangers of plastic and advocates for […]
Art as a Solution: Addressing the Plastic Pollution Crisis
Greenpeace and Art: Tackling the Plastic Pollution Crisis The Plastic Pollution Crisis Our planet is now grappling with one of the most pressing issues of our time – plastic pollution. Despite countless efforts to combat it, plastic production continues at an alarming rate, and our oceans and marine life continue […]
Why Justice for Hissène Habré’s Victims Remains Denied in Chad
The Continued Denial of Justice: The Victims of Hissène Habré’s Regime It has been over seven years since the landmark conviction of the former Chadian President, Hissène Habré, in a Senegalese court. Habré was found guilty of crimes against humanity, war crimes, and torture, including sexual violence and rape. However, […]
“Challenges Facing Lesotho’s Prime Minister in Fulfilling Human Rights Promises”
Amnesty International Reports Human Rights Violations in Lesotho and Urges Prime Minister to Act Swiftly Introduction According to a briefing by Amnesty International, Prime Minister Sam Matekane of Lesotho must act swiftly to tackle human rights violations perpetrated by the security forces in the country. Amnesty International noted that violations […]
US Department of Justice Files Lawsuit Against Online Learning Company for Violating Student Data Privacy
US Sues Edmodo Over Student Data Privacy The United States Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has filed a lawsuit against Edmodo, an online learning company, for using children’s data to target behavioral advertising. This historic move by the FTC includes a proposed $6 million fine, which is currently waiting for a […]
Russia’s Covert Strategy: Kidnapping Ukrainian Children from the Frontline.
OSCE Report Details Forced Transfer of Ukrainian Children to Russia A new report by the Organization for Security and Co-Operation in Europe (OSCE) has shed fresh light on the forcible transfer and deportation of Ukrainian children by Russian authorities. The report indicates that Ukrainian children were either forcibly deported to […]
Assessing Nigeria’s Human Rights Record: Recommendations for the New Government
Human Rights Watch (HRW) has urged Nigeria’s incoming President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, to make human rights a priority both at home and abroad. HRW outlined five key areas that the new administration should focus on to promote human rights: promoting civilian protection in conflict areas, supporting media freedom and the […]
“Union Leader and Strikers in Cambodia Casino Convicted: A Setback for Worker Rights and Democracy”
The Conviction of Cambodian Labor Union Leader Chhim Sithar and Members Background A Phnom Penh court recently handed a two-year prison sentence to Chhim Sithar, leader of the Labor Rights Supported Union (LRSU) of Khmer Employees of NagaWorld, while eight other union members or former members received one to one […]
Cambodia’s Crackdown on Land Rights Activists: A Dangerous Backslide
Cambodian Land Rights Activists Face Baseless Charges Overview On May 22nd, 2023, three staff members of the Coalition of Cambodian Farmer Community (CCFC) were charged with plotting and incitement, a move that has been described as politically motivated by Human Rights Watch. The three activists, Theng Savoeun, Nhel Pheap, and […]