Energy Activists take climate action against TotalEnergies’ LNG floating terminal entering Le Havre harbour Protest against TotalEnergies‘ LNG Terminal Greenpeace France activists recently staged a protest against the arrival of TotalEnergies‘ Liquid Natural Gas (LNG) floating terminal, known as the FSRU Cape Ann, in Le Havre, France. The 280-meter long […]
The Arctic 30: Reflections on a Decade of Environmental Activism
Looking back on the Arctic 30 after 10 years September 18, 2023 Ten years ago, a group of activists from Greenpeace made headlines when they boarded Russian state-owned energy giant Gazprom’s Prirazlomnaya drilling platform in a peaceful protest against offshore oil development in the Arctic. The activists, known as the […]
Exploring the Enigmatic Carpathians: Unveiling the Secrets of a 40-Day Expedition
Keeping up with the Carpathians: A 40 day expedition into the heart of nature The Rich Ecological Value of the Carpathian Mountains The Carpathian Mountains, a majestic range spanning through Central Europe, are known for their unparalleled beauty and ecological importance. With towering trees, crystal-clear streams, and a rich diversity […]
Exploring the Enigmatic Carpathians: A Grand Expedition into the Heart of the Mountains
Keeping up with the Carpathians – 40 day expedition into the Carpathian Mountains Published: September 18, 2023 Author: Kateryna Bystrytska Reading Time: 4 minutes In a recent 40-day expedition through the Carpathian Mountains, a team of volunteers, staff, and activists from Greenpeace Central & Eastern Europe embarked on a journey […]
“The Intersection of Sustainable Development and Child Welfare: Exploring the UN’s Latest Guidance on Children’s Rights and the Environment”
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 […]
Harnessing the Power of the Youth: UN Issues Game-changing Guidelines on Children’s Rights and the Environment
UN Guidance on Children’s Rights and the Environment: A Critical Step in Protecting Our Future Introduction The United Nations Committee on the Rights of the Child has released new guidance aimed at protecting children’s rights in the face of climate change and other environmental crises. This guidance comes at a […]
EU’s Controversial Resolution on Prostitution: Unintended Consequences Await
EU: Harmful ‘Prostitution’ Resolution Passes, Most Parliament Members Reject or Abstain From EU-Wide Criminalization The Resolution and its Impact The European Parliament’s recent resolution against “prostitution” has raised significant controversy and debate. With a majority of parliament members rejecting or abstaining from an EU-wide criminalization approach, the resolution highlights the […]
Weaponizing Labour Law: The Troubling Targeting of Nobel Laureate Mohammad Yunus in Bangladesh
Amnesty International Calls for an End to Harassment of Nobel Peace Laureate Mohammad Yunus in Bangladesh Amnesty International has released a statement urging the authorities in Bangladesh to cease weaponizing labour laws and immediately stop their harassment and intimidation of Nobel Peace Laureate Mohammad Yunus. According to the human rights […]
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 […]
“Upholding Justice: Advocating for the Release of Imprisoned Belarusian Human Rights Defenders”
Continuing the Fight for Jailed Rights Defenders in Belarus An Uphill Battle for Human Rights in Belarus Two years ago, a group of international and Belarusian human rights organizations came together to support their jailed colleagues from the prominent Belarusian rights group Viasna. At that time, seven Viasna members were […]