The Urgent Call to Action at the UN General Assembly: Addressing the Crisis in Gaza A Crisis of Humanitarian Proportions The emergency session of the United Nations General Assembly on Israel and Palestine provides an opportunity for member states to take immediate action and address the dire situation in the […]
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Why Countries Must Rally Behind an ICC Investigation on Israel-Palestine
Countries Should Back ICC Investigation on Israel–Palestine: Important Opportunity to Speak Up for Justice The ongoing hostilities between Israel and Palestinian armed groups have resulted in horrific crimes with devastating consequences for civilians. The lack of accountability for past abuses has only exacerbated the current violations, which continue to escalate. […]
Breaking Cycles of Impunity: The Importance of Positive Votes on Sudan and Russia by the UN Human Rights Council
Crucial Test for the United Nations Human Rights Council Evaluating the Role of the United Nations Human Rights Council The 54th session of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) is set to conclude, and as member states deliberate on critical issues surrounding human rights monitoring mechanisms in Sudan and […]
The Role of the UN Rights Body in Addressing Impunity in Sudan
UN Rights Body Should Help Tackle Impunity in Sudan Introduction In recent years, Sudan has been plagued by violence and human rights abuses, with both the Sudan Armed Forces and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) engaging in indiscriminate attacks, destroying infrastructure, and blocking humanitarian assistance. Moreover, the RSF and allied […]
The Power of Social Movements: Unveiling Solutions for a World at a Crossroads
Reflections on the 75th Anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights The Historical Context of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights The signing of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights in 1948 marked a significant turning point in human history. The world was reeling from the atrocities committed during […]
Social Movements in the Americas: Paving the Path Forward
The Continuing Relevance of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights A Historical Context This year marks the 75th anniversary of the signing of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, a landmark document that aimed to establish a series of basic agreements to guarantee freedom, equality, and dignity for everyone. At […]
The Case for Decriminalization: Enhancing the Rights of Sex Workers
Enhancing the Rights of Sex Workers: A Way Forward Recommendations by United Nations Experts The United Nations Working Group on Discrimination against Women and Girls recently released a position paper recommending the enhancement of rights for sex workers. The paper suggests that full decriminalization of adult voluntary sex work would […]
Russian Court Upholds Harsh Sentence Against Ukrainian Human Rights Defender Maksym Butkevych
An Appeal Hearing in Moscow Upholds the 13-Year Sentence Imposed on Ukrainian Human Rights Defender Amnesty International Condemns the Decision as a Grave Miscarriage of Justice Amnesty International has criticized an appeal hearing at a Moscow court that upheld the 13-year sentence imposed on Maksym Butkevych, a Ukrainian human rights […]
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 […]
The ICC Affirms Inquiry into Philippines’ Human Rights Violations
ICC Affirms Prosecutor’s Inquiry in the Philippines: President Marcos Should Cooperate with Investigation On July 18, 2023, the appeals chamber of the International Criminal Court (ICC) confirmed the prosecutor’s resumption of the investigation into alleged crimes against humanity in the Philippines. This marks a significant step towards justice for the […]