Pakistan: Mob Attacks Christian Settlement Investigate Faisalabad Violence; Act to Protect Religious Minorities Introduction In a disturbing incident, a mob attack on a Christian settlement in Pakistan has once again brought to the fore the urgent need for authorities to take decisive action to protect religious minorities from violence. The […]
Author: Patel Maya
Hi, I'm Maya Patel, a journalist who has covered a wide range of human rights issues, including gender equality and LGBTQ+ rights. I believe in the importance of telling the stories of those who are often marginalized and unheard.
Ethiopia’s Call for Accountability: Demanding Unfettered Access to Amhara Region
Access Denied: Ethiopian Government Must Grant Independent Investigators and Media Access to Amhara Region Introduction Amnesty International has called on the Ethiopian government to grant independent investigators and media access to the Amhara region amidst reports of gross human rights violations. The ongoing armed confrontations between the Ethiopian National Defense […]
The Unchecked Brutality: Systematic Rape in Darfur by Rapid Support Forces and Allied Militias
Darfur: Rapid Support Forces, Allied Militias Rape Dozens The Situation in West Darfur In recent weeks, the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), an independent military force, and allied militias in Sudan have committed multiple acts of sexual violence, including rape, against women and girls in West Darfur‘s capital, El Geneina, as […]
Ensuring the Safety and Security of Pakistan’s Christian Minority: A Call to Action
Violence Against Religious Minorities in Pakistan Must Be Addressed Urgently Background In the town of Jaranwala in Pakistan, at least five churches and numerous Christian homes were recently attacked and set on fire. This wave of violence, perpetrated against the Christian minority, highlights the urgent need for the Pakistani authorities […]
The Implications of Jordan’s Cybercrime Law on the LGBT Community
Jordan‘s New Cybercrime Law is a Disaster for LGBT People Vague Provisions Threaten Free Expression Around Gender and Sexuality The recent approval of Jordan‘s draconian cybercrime law has raised concerns among human rights activists, particularly those advocating for the rights of the LGBT community. The law, which was rushed through […]
The Escalating Crisis in Haiti: A Surge in Violent Abuses
Haiti: Surge in Violent Abuses Introduction The Caribbean nation of Haiti is currently facing a devastating surge in violence and human rights abuses. Killings, kidnappings, and sexual violence by criminal groups have increased dramatically since the beginning of 2023, with little to no response from the Haitian government. These criminal […]
“Collaborative Conservation Efforts Prevail to Safeguard Red Sea, Despite Interference from Big Oil”
Yemen: Collaboration triumphs to protect Red Sea, no thanks to Big Oil Crisis averted The UN-led operation to remove over a million barrels of oil from the decaying FSO SAFER supertanker off Yemen’s coast has achieved a major milestone. This success is a testament to international cooperation and the unwavering […]
Why FSO SAFER Oil Transfer Demands Companies to Pay Up: Greenpeace MENA’s Perspective
Greenpeace Calls for Accountability and Payment from Oil Companies Greenpeace MENA celebrated the successful three-week operation to drain over a million barrels of oil from the decaying FSO SAFER vessel in the Red Sea. The United Nations confirmed that the oil has been safely transferred to another vessel. While Greenpeace […]
Ecuador’s Political Landscape Shaken: Presidential Candidate’s Tragic Assassination
Presidential Candidate Killed in Ecuador: Investigate Killing; Address Surge in Violence The Tragic Event On August 9, 2023, Ecuadorian presidential candidate Fernando Villavicencio was shot and killed as he was leaving a campaign event in the capital city of Quito. Villavicencio, a journalist and former legislator, had a reputation for […]
Australia’s Human Rights Act: Protecting the Dignity of All
Introducing a Human Rights Act in Australia: A Necessary Step Towards Ensuring the Protection of Fundamental Rights Overview In a recent submission to the Parliamentary Joint Committee on Human Rights, Human Rights Watch has called on the Australian government to introduce a national Human Rights Act. This act would serve […]