An Opportunity to Embrace a Human Rights Economy A Critical Juncture for Sustainable Development Goals Next week, world leaders will gather for a high-level summit under the United Nations General Assembly to discuss the progress made towards achieving the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030. As we reach the […]
Author: Samantha Chen
Hi, I'm Samantha Chen, a journalist who is passionate about human rights and social justice. I believe in the power of journalism to shine a light on the injustices in our society and inspire positive change.
Iran’s Growing Repression: Silencing Dissent in Anticipation of Protest Anniversary
Iran: Crackdown on Dissent Ahead of Protest Anniversary Ramped-Up Repression As the one-year anniversary of the death of Mahsa Jina Amini approaches, Iranian authorities have intensified their repression on civil society, targeting activists, artists, dissidents, lawyers, academics, students, and family members of those who were killed during the protests in […]
Why Affordable and Accessible Public Transport is Essential for Social and Climate Justice
5 reasons why affordable and accessible public transport is crucial for social and climate justice 1. Affordable public transport is life-changing and a powerful tool against the climate crisis Transportation is a significant contributor to global greenhouse gas emissions, accounting for around 15% of total emissions worldwide. In the European […]
Egypt’s Repression of Free Speech: The Urgent Call to Release Prominent Dissident on Trial
The Continued Repression of Free Speech in Egypt A Prominent Opposition Politician and Publisher Facing Arbitrary Detention Hisham Kassem, a prominent opposition politician and publisher in Egypt, has been arbitrarily detained since August 20th solely for exercising his right to freedom of expression. His case has drawn international attention and […]
Workers’ Rights in Bangladesh: Unveiling the Dark Side of Social Audits
Editorial: Social Audits in Bangladesh Fail to Protect Workers’ Rights Inadequacy of Social Audits The recent killing of Shahidul Islam, an independent labor union leader, sheds light on the failures of social audits and certifications in monitoring and responding to threats against workers trying to organize unions in Bangladesh. Human […]
The Criminalization of Environmental Defenders in Mexico: Suppressing the Right to Protest
New Report Highlights Disproportionate Use of Criminal Law Against Environmental Defenders in Mexico The Threat to Peaceful Protests and Advocacy for Land, Territory, and Environment Amnesty International recently published a report titled “Mexico: Land and Freedom? Criminalizing defenders of land, territory and environment,” revealing the alarming trend of the disproportionate […]
Israel’s Judiciary: Striking a Balance Between Law and Discrimination
Israeli Government’s Plans for Judicial Overhaul Face Intense Opposition Introduction The Israeli government’s plans for a judicial overhaul have sparked intense opposition from hundreds of thousands of Israelis. The overhaul aims to erode judicial review and weaken the oversight powers of Israel‘s Supreme Court, which has raised concerns about human […]
International Community’s Imperative: Combating Impunity for Iran’s Brutal Crackdown – One Year On
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]