No Justice for Deaths at Melilla Border Introduction In a deeply concerning development, Human Rights Watch has revealed that there has been no credible investigation or justice for the victims of the violent clashes and deaths of asylum seekers and migrants at the border between Morocco and the Spanish enclave […]
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.
Human Rights at the Forefront: FIFA Under Pressure for World Cup 2030 Host Selection
FIFA Urged to Prioritize Human Rights in Selection of 2030 World Cup Host A Global Coalition Calls for Human Rights to be the Primary Consideration A coalition of human rights groups, trade unions, players, and fans is urging FIFA to prioritize human rights as a key factor in selecting the […]
Toxic Waste Tanker Blockade in Norway: A Three-Day Standoff Comes to an End
Greenpeace Ends Blockade of Toxic Waste Tanker in Norway After 3 Days Activists Take Action Against Toxic Waste Export In a bold act of environmental activism, four activists from Greenpeace Nordic recently staged a three-day blockade of a tanker transporting toxic wastewater from the Norwegian oil industry to Denmark. The […]
The UN’s Call for Reform: Peru’s Violation of Girl’s Human Rights Sparks Urgency for Abortion Reform
UN Committee Finds Peru Violated Girl’s Human Rights, Urges Abortion Reform Introduction In a landmark decision, the UN Committee on the Rights of the Child (CRC) has found Peru responsible for violating the human rights of a young Indigenous girl, known as Camila, who was denied an abortion after becoming […]
The Vital Significance of the Inter-American Commission of Human Rights in Safeguarding Women’s Rights
The Role of the Inter-American Commission of Human Rights in Protecting Women’s Rights The Importance of the Inter-American Commission of Human Rights The Inter-American Commission of Human Rights plays a crucial role in protecting human rights in the Americas, particularly in advancing the rights of women and girls. As the […]
The Humanitarian Crisis in Myanmar: How the Junta is Sabotaging Aid Efforts
BLOCKADE OF LIFESAVING CYCLONE AID: A MAN-MADE CATASTROPHE IN MYANMAR The Junta‘s Obstruction of Humanitarian Aid In the aftermath of Cyclone Mocha, the Myanmar junta has increasingly impeded the delivery of lifesaving aid, putting thousands of lives at immediate risk and endangering millions of people. The junta‘s tactics have hindered […]
Pakistan’s Treatment of Afghan Refugees: Ending Harassment and Arbitrary Arrests
The Plight of Afghan Refugees in Pakistan: Arbitrary Arrests and Harassment A Crisis Unfolding On World Refugee Day, Amnesty International has called on the government of Pakistan to urgently address the concerning treatment of Afghan refugees and asylum seekers, who have fled persecution by the Taliban. These individuals, many of […]
Eswatini: Ending the Abuse of Courts to Suppress Union Leaders
Harassment and Intimidation in Eswatini: Criminalizing Peaceful Dissent Amnesty International’s Concerns Amnesty International’s Interim Deputy Director for Southern Africa, Vongai Chikwanda, recently expressed deep concern over the harassment and intimidation faced by Sticks Nkambule, Secretary General of the Swaziland Transport Communication and Allied Workers Union, and his union. Nkambule is […]
The Darkest Hour: Upholding Security Amidst Escalating Violence in West Darfur
Escalating Violence in West Darfur Raises Alarms of Ethnically-Motivated Atrocities Amnesty International’s Alarming Reports Amnesty International has recently issued a statement expressing deep concern over the escalating violence in West Darfur. The reports highlight a series of attacks by the Rapid Security Forces (RSF) and allied Arab militias on non-Arab […]
Climate Change Imperils Global Security: A Call for Cooperation
Greenpeace: A heating world can’t afford a cold war Introduction In a world grappling with the existential threats of climate change and escalating conflicts, the growing number of nuclear weapons is a cause for concern. With 3,844 nuclear warheads deployed worldwide and thousands more waiting to be used, the risk […]