Bahrain: Urgent Actions Needed to Address Grievances Amid Hunger Strike Crisis Introduction: The Kingdom of Bahrain is currently facing a critical situation as hundreds of prisoners, including prominent human rights defenders, have embarked on a hunger strike to protest abysmal detention conditions and the denial of healthcare. The strike, which […]
Author: Lee Olivia
Hi, I'm Olivia Lee, a journalist who has covered a wide range of issues related to civil rights and political freedoms. I believe that democracy is a fundamental right, and I'm dedicated to reporting on stories that promote transparency, accountability, and good governance.
Centering Human Rights: Africa’s Leaders Urged to Take Ambitious Action at Key Climate Summit
A Call for Ambitious and Long-Lasting Climate Action in Africa Introduction Amnesty International, a leading global human rights organization, has called on African leaders convening in Nairobi for the African Climate week and inaugural Climate Summit to pursue ambitious and long-lasting climate action. In the face of the disastrous effects […]
“Empowering Pakistan: How the IMF Can Support Electricity Access for All”
IMF Should Help Pakistan Uphold Right to Electricity Introduction August 31, 2023 | Dispatches The recent widespread protests in Pakistan against a hike in electricity prices have highlighted the urgent need for economic reforms and social protection measures. As Pakistan faces one of the worst economic crises in its history, […]
The Resilience of Spanish Women Soccer Players: Shedding Light on the Crisis of Abuse
Spanish Women Players Spotlight Crisis of Abuse: All Players Deserve Harassment-Free Work Environment The Rubiales Controversy The recent controversy involving Spanish Football Federation President Luis Rubiales and women’s football player Jenni Hermoso has brought to light the urgent need for addressing sexual abuse and gender discrimination in women’s football. Rubiales […]
Is the UAE’s Detention of an Activist a Stumbling Block for COP28?
Calls for the Release of Ahmed Mansoor Ahead of COP28 Background A coalition of 19 human rights groups has called on the United States government to pressure UAE authorities to release Emirati human rights defender Ahmed Mansoor ahead of the COP28 climate conference in Dubai. Mansoor has been arbitrarily imprisoned […]
The Persecution of Press Freedom in Burundi: One Year Too Long
Burundi: Free Journalist Held for a Year Joint Statement by Four Human Rights, Press Freedom Organizations August 29, 2023 Available In English Français
Big Oil Dominates Rugby World Cup Sponsorship, Greenpeace France Raises Concerns
Greenpeace France Condemns Fossil Fuel Sponsorship at Rugby World Cup New Animated Video Highlights Environmental Destruction Greenpeace France, in collaboration with production company Studio Birthplace, has released a powerful animated video calling out the fossil fuel industry’s sponsorship of major sporting events, particularly the Rugby World Cup 2023. The video, […]
Examining the Shadows: The Urgency of Investigating Zimbabwe’s Vanished Activist
Enforced Disappearance and Torture in Zimbabwe: A Call for Justice and Accountability Introduction In the wake of reports detailing the enforced disappearance and torture of Zimbabwean political activist Nelson Mukwenha, allegedly at the hands of security forces, Amnesty International has condemned these grave human rights violations. The incident, which occurred […]
Venezuela’s Disturbing Trend: Politically Motivated Detentions on the Rise
Disturbing Trend of Politically Motivated Detentions in Venezuela Introduction In recent years, Venezuela has experienced a disturbing trend of politically motivated arbitrary detentions. According to estimates by organizations such as Foro Penal and Justicia, Encuentro y Perdón, there are currently between 286 and 319 individuals who have been deprived of […]
Tanzania’s Silent Displacement: The Maasai’s Fight for Land Rights in Ngorongoro
Tanzanian Authorities Must End Repression of the Maasai Community Introduction Reports of the arrest and detention of 39 members of the Maasai community, as well as parliamentarian Emmanuel Lekishon Shangai, in Tanzania‘s Ngorongoro Conservation Area have raised concerns about the government’s treatment of indigenous communities and their fundamental rights. Tanzanian […]