Russia: Trans Health Care, Families Bill Violates Rights Intensifying Assault on LGBT Rights Introduction On July 14, 2023, Russia‘s lower house of parliament passed a bill that severely violates the rights of transgender people, according to Human Rights Watch. The bill, which is expected to be approved by the upper […]
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.
End of Democracy? Opposition Politician’s Assassination Sends Shockwaves Through Congo’s Political Landscape
Opposition Politician’s Murder Shakes Congo Introduction In a shocking turn of events, a prominent opposition politician in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) was found dead in his car with gunshot wounds in the capital city of Kinshasa. The murder of Chérubin Okende, a member of parliament and spokesperson for […]
Strengthening Global Action to Combat Rights Abuses in Nicaragua
Nicaragua: Rights Abuses Need Stronger International Efforts Prominent Voices Call for Concerted Approach July 14th, 2023 | By Introduction In a joint letter signed by 160 Nicaraguan victims and 29 national, regional, and international human rights organizations, it has been urged that the upcoming European Union – Community of Latin […]
Breaking the Silence: Confronting Sexual Abuse in Malian Girls’ Sports
Mali: Girls’ Coach Gets Life Ban for Sex Abuse FIBA Punishes 5 Basketball Officials But Needs to Exclude Abusers, Protect Witnesses [Date and Place], [Publication Name] – The International Basketball Federation’s (FIBA) sanctions on top women’s basketball officials in Mali confirm the responsibility to remedy systemic abuse of young athletes, […]
France’s Nahel Shooting: Addressing Police Firearms Rules and Systemic Racism in Law Enforcement
Amnesty International calls for wholesale reform of French police firearm rules to address systemic racism Recent Protests and Banning of Demonstrations After the unlawful killing of 17-year-old Nahel M by a police officer, a number of demonstrations protesting police violence have been banned by the French government. This move has […]
Ensuring Adequate Nutrition for Pregnancy and Breastfeeding: Sri Lanka’s Government must take action
New Research Briefing Highlights Nutrition Crisis for Pregnant and Breastfeeding Women in Sri Lanka Introduction Amidst the ongoing economic crisis in Sri Lanka, pregnant and breastfeeding women are facing severe challenges in accessing adequate nutrition, according to a new research briefing by Amnesty International. The briefing titled “Foregoing Meals to […]
Will the international community take action to help civilians fleeing the Sudan conflict and being turned away in Egypt? Title: International Response Needed: Assisting Vulnerable Civilians Fleeing Sudan Conflict Denied Refuge in Egypt
Egypt‘s Visa Restrictions Leave Asylum Seekers in Peril July 13, 2023 As the conflict in Sudan continues to escalate, thousands of civilians, including women, children, and older people, are now facing increased vulnerability due to Egypt‘s new entry visa restrictions. Human Rights Watch has raised concerns about the impact of […]
The Crucial Imperative: Putting Human Rights at the Forefront of the EU-CELAC Summit
Amnesty International Urges EU and CELAC to Address Human Rights Crisis A Critical Time for Latin America and the Caribbean Amnesty International has called on member states of the European Union (EU) and the Community of Latin American and Caribbean States (CELAC) to urgently address the serious human rights issues […]
Sri Lanka’s Post-Rajapaksa Era: A Crisis Unresolved
A Year After Rajapaksa, Sri Lanka Remains in Crisis July 12, 2023 | By Sri Lanka’s Economic Crisis and Human Rights Violations On July 13, 2022, the people of Sri Lanka celebrated as President Gotabaya Rajapaksa fled the country after weeks of peaceful protests. Rajapaksa, who had long been implicated […]
Turkey: The Gezi Trial Injustice Must Come to an End
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