Dispatches: One Year Since Death of Ukrainian POWs in Explosion Ongoing Need for International Investigation into Olenivka Prison Incident By | July 28, 2023 July 28, 2023 12:00AM EDT On July 29, 2022, a tragic explosion rocked the Olenivka prison in Russia-occupied eastern Ukraine, claiming the lives of approximately 50 […]
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.
The Future of Renewable Energy in Southeast Asia: An Interview with Jefferson Chua
Jefferson Chua: Advocating for Climate Action in the Philippines Introduction As extreme weather events become increasingly frequent and devastating, there is a growing urgency for individuals and communities to take action in the fight against climate change. One such individual is Jefferson Chua, a campaigner with Greenpeace Philippines. Chua has […]
Democracy Under Threat: Assessing Rights in Post-Coup Niger
Report: Niger‘s Rights at Risk Since Military Coup On July 26, 2023, a military coup took place in Niger, overthrowing the government of President Mohamed Bazoum. The self-proclaimed National Council for the Safeguard of the Homeland (CNSP) announced the coup on national television, dissolving the constitution, suspending institutions, and closing […]
The Chilling Effect of Fossil Fuel Industry Lawsuits: Greenpeace Italy and ReCommon Targeted by ENI’s SLAPP Suit
Greenpeace and ReCommon Hit with ‘SLAPP’ Lawsuit by ENI Overview In a move to counter their joint legal campaign, The Just Cause, Italian fossil fuel company ENI has filed a Strategic Lawsuit Against Public Participation (SLAPP) against Greenpeace Italy and ReCommon. The organizations had recently launched a civil lawsuit against […]
Empowering the Silent: Urging Global Solidarity for Women and Girls in Iran
The Intensification of Oppression: Iran‘s Crackdown on Women and Girls A Disturbing Reality The Iranian authorities have once again heightened their oppressive tactics against Iranian women and girls who choose not to wear headscarves in public. Amnesty International’s latest analysis reveals a disturbing nationwide crackdown, with women and girls facing […]
Navigating Justice in Post-Conflict Yemen: A Proposed Framework
Yemen: Proposal for Post-Conflict Justice Declaration from Civil Society Groups Provides Accountability Roadmap July 26, 2023 12:00AM EDT BEIRUT – In an effort to bring justice and reconciliation to post-conflict Yemen, more than 40 organizations, including Human Rights Watch, have issued a declaration outlining a roadmap for accountability, reparations, and […]
Seeking Restitution: A Proposal for Post-Conflict Justice in Yemen
Yemen: Proposal for Post-Conflict Justice Declaration from Civil Society Groups Provides Accountability Roadmap Negotiations for Post-Conflict Justice in Yemen More than 40 organizations, including Human Rights Watch, have called for plans for post-conflict justice in Yemen to be inclusive and victim-centered. The Yemen Declaration for Justice and Reconciliation, issued by […]
The Journey of Judy: A Decade of Empowering Disability Rights
Lessons from Judy: A Decade in Disability Rights Introduction This week, as we commemorate the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in 1990 and the 10th anniversary of Human Rights Watch’s work on disability rights, it is important to reflect on the legacy of trailblazer Judy Heumann. Judy, […]
Azerbaijan’s Crackdown on Opposition: Latest Arrest Sends Shockwaves through Political Landscape
Azerbaijan: Opposition Leader Arrested Gubad Ibadoghlu, Renowned Scholar, Faces Spurious Charges The arrest of Gubad Ibadoghlu, a prominent opposition leader and scholar, in Azerbaijan has raised concerns about the state of democracy and human rights in the country. On July 24, 2023, Ibadoghlu was sent to four months of pretrial […]
The Controversial Move: Russia’s Immunity Grant for Crimes in its National Interests
Russia Grants Immunity for Crimes Committed in State’s Interests: New Law Focuses on Russia-Occupied Regions of Ukraine On July 20th, the lower house of Russia‘s parliament, the State Duma, passed a law providing immunity for crimes committed “in the interests of the Russian state.” This new law is seen as […]