New UN Guidance on Children’s Rights and the Environment Protects Children from Effects of Climate Change and Other Environmental Crises September 18, 2023 Today, the United Nations Committee on the Rights of the Child has launched new guidance aimed at protecting children’s rights in the face of climate change and […]
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.
Sri Lanka’s Proposed ‘Truth Commission’ Faces Uphill Battle Against Widespread Abuses
Abuses Undercut Proposed ‘Truth Commission’: Victims and Human Rights Defenders Reject Sri Lanka’s Initiative September 18, 2023 Sri Lanka’s Ongoing Abuses In a report published today, Human Rights Watch (HRW) has highlighted the ongoing human rights abuses committed by the Sri Lankan government, which are undermining the integrity and credibility […]
The Delicate Balance: US Security Assistance Continues Amidst Egypt’s Repression
Biden Administration’s Decision to Provide Security Assistance to Egypt Raises Concerns By | September 15, 2023 4:50PM EDT Introduction The recent decision by the Biden administration to provide nearly the full amount of security assistance to Egypt, despite ongoing repressive policies by the Egyptian government, has raised concerns among human […]
The Mysterious Disappearance of Mahsa/Zhina Amini: Unraveling the Truth
Editorial: The Tragic Death of Mahsa/Zhina Amini and the Impunity of Iranian Authorities Introduction The case of Mahsa/Zhina Amini, a young woman from Iran’s oppressed Kurdish minority who died in custody after being arrested by Iran’s morality police, has sparked outrage and protests across the nation. Her tragic death has […]
Cracking Down on Liberties: Algeria’s Alarming Assault on Fundamental Freedoms
Algeria: Halt Assault on Fundamental Freedoms UN Expert’s Visit Amid Unrelenting Crackdown on Dissent Summary A coalition of 15 human rights groups is calling on Algerian authorities to end their attacks on civic space and allow independent organizations to operate without unreasonable restrictions. The United Nations special rapporteur on the […]
The Battle for Reproductive Rights in Poland: A Disturbing Witch Hunt Against Women and Doctors
Abortion Witch Hunt Targets Women, Doctors in Poland: Violation of Rights Introduction The Polish government’s intensified pursuit of alleged abortion-related activities has created a climate of fear and increased risks for women and girls in the country, according to a recent report from Human Rights Watch. The government’s actions, including […]
Kenya’s Urgent Need to Prohibit the Use of Highly Hazardous Pesticides
Kenya Urged to Ban Use of Highly Hazardous Pesticides September 13, 2023 In a recent study conducted in Kenya, it has been revealed that pesticides that are banned in the European Union due to their health and environmental risks continue to be sold by European and other international companies in […]
Shocking Report Exposes Urgent Need for UN Ocean Treaty to Protect Ocean Health
Shocking extent of threats to ocean health revealed in new report; calls for urgent protection using historic UN Ocean Treaty The Greenpeace Report Greenpeace International has released a major new report titled “30×30: From Global Ocean Treaty to Protection at Sea,” which provides a comprehensive analysis of the threats facing […]
Navigating the Stormy Seas: Unraveling the Future of the Global Ocean Treaty
Winning the Global Ocean Treaty: What Happens Next? A Historic Conservation Victory In a monumental step towards protecting our oceans, world leaders have adopted the first-ever Global Ocean Treaty. This significant achievement comes as a response to the voices of 5.5 million individuals from around the world who joined forces […]
Safeguarding Earth’s Lifeline: The Imperative of Protecting the Congo Rainforest
Insuring the Future by Protecting the Congo Rainforest Fossil Fuel Companies Eye the Congo Rainforest Fossil fuel companies are vying for the opportunity to drill for oil and gas in the Congo rainforest, an ecosystem that encompasses large parts of the Congo Basin and is the second-largest intact rainforest in […]