Activist Charged With “Propaganda” Bui Tuan Lam Faces 12 Years in Prison for Criticizing Government Online The Vietnamese government is set to put Bui Tuan Lam, a renowned activist and pro-democracy advocate, on trial on May 25, 2023. Lam is facing charges of “propaganda against the state” for exercising his […]
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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.
Climate Activists Stage Massive Protest at Europe’s Biggest Private Jet Event, Targeting Luxury Mega-Polluters
Climate Activists Disrupt Private Jet Sales Event in Europe Climate activists from various organizations, including Greenpeace, Stay Grounded, Extinction Rebellion, and Scientist Rebellion, have disrupted Europe‘s biggest business aviation sales event, the European Business Aviation Convention and Exhibition (EBACE) in Geneva. The activists have demanded a ban on private jets […]
Poland’s Controversial New Legislation Puts Children’s Rights at Risk
Proposed Law in Poland Threatens Children’s Rights and Curtails Non-Governmental Groups The ruling Law and Justice party in Poland has recently proposed legislation – “Protect Children, Support Parents” – that would severely limit children’s rights to education, health, and information. According to Human Rights Watch, if the bill becomes a […]
Illegal Gold Mining in the Amazon: A Threat to Biodiversity
Illegal Gold Mining Threatens Biodiversity in the Amazon Illegal gold mining in the Brazilian Amazon continues to degrade the forest and wipe out millions of undiscovered plant and animal species. On top of that, the miners’ activities have negatively affected the lives of Indigenous Peoples living in the Amazon. Even […]
French Government Pushes for Loopholes in New Treaty That Could Shield War Criminals
French Government Faces Criticism Over Proposed Weakening of New Treaty on International Legal Cooperation A proposal put forward by the French government to weaken a proposed new treaty on international legal cooperation in matters of genocide, crimes against humanity and war crimes, which is currently under negotiation at a conference […]
“UN urged to take action against fossil fuel industry’s interference in Global Plastic Treaty”
UN urged to prevent fossil fuel industry from sabotaging Global Plastic Treaty negotiations Over 150 civil society groups and scientists, including renowned primatologist and United Nations Messenger of Peace Dr. Jane Goodall, have signed an open letter to the United Nations (UN), urging it to take action to prevent the […]
The environmental cost of Russia’s fading appetite for protection
Greenpeace Declared “Undesirable” in Russia, Bans All Activities The recent decision of the Office of the Russian Federation Prosecutor General to declare Greenpeace International “undesirable” on the grounds of posing a threat to the constitutional order and security of the state, has effectively put an end to the organization’s 30 […]
Mexico’s States Must Take Action to Ensure Equal Legal Capacity
Mexican States Must Act on Legal Capacity ‘Guardianship’ Provisions to Promote Equal Rights for Individuals with Disabilities and Older Adults Background On April 24, 2023, the Mexican Congress abolished guardianship at the national level through the national civil and family procedure code, allowing all individuals aged 18 or older to […]
“Justice Delayed in Mali: Calls for Accountability in Moura Massacre Mount”
The UN report on the Moura massacre in Mali is a grave reminder of the continued violations of human rights in war-torn countries and the need for accountability. The report documents the summary execution of at least 500 civilians by the Malian army and its foreign allies during an operation […]
Angola’s Detention of Activist Sparks Outrage and Demands for Protest Rights
Amnesty International has called for the immediate and unconditional release of Tanaice Neutro, an Angolan activist who was arrested seven months ago for protesting against corruption, repression and poverty in the country. The organization has also launched the #ProtectTheProtest campaign in Angola to highlight the government’s efforts to repress the […]