The Implications of Russian Legislation on Transgender Rights A Violation of Human Rights The recent legislation passed by the Russian State Duma, imposing a blanket ban on “sex change” procedures, raises serious concerns regarding the human rights of transgender individuals in Russian society. Amnesty International’s Russia Director, Natalia Zviagina, rightly […]
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Strengthening Global Action to Combat Rights Abuses in Nicaragua
Nicaragua: Rights Abuses Need Stronger International Efforts Prominent Voices Call for Concerted Approach July 14th, 2023 | By Introduction In a joint letter signed by 160 Nicaraguan victims and 29 national, regional, and international human rights organizations, it has been urged that the upcoming European Union – Community of Latin […]
Taiwan’s Potential as a Leading Regional Advocate for Human Rights Requires Long-Term Dedication: Amnesty’s Secretary General
Amnesty International Secretary General Calls for Human Rights Protections in Taiwan Agnes Callamard Offers Support and Solidarity Amid Growing Global Tensions Secretary General of Amnesty International, Agnes Callamard, recently concluded a high-level visit to Taiwan, where she offered support and solidarity to Amnesty International Taiwan and Taiwanese civil society. The […]
The Crucial Imperative: Putting Human Rights at the Forefront of the EU-CELAC Summit
Amnesty International Urges EU and CELAC to Address Human Rights Crisis A Critical Time for Latin America and the Caribbean Amnesty International has called on member states of the European Union (EU) and the Community of Latin American and Caribbean States (CELAC) to urgently address the serious human rights issues […]
Viet Nam’s Suppression of Dissent: Calls for the Immediate Release of Wrongfully Sentenced Activist
The Suppression of Dissent in Vietnam: A Violation of Human Rights Introduction The case of Truong Van Dung, a human rights defender who was convicted and sentenced to six years in prison in Vietnam for “propaganda against the government,” is yet another example of the Vietnamese authorities’ misuse of the […]
Turkey: The Gezi Trial Injustice Must Come to an End
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Vietnam’s Refusal to Release Land Rights Activist Threatens Human Rights Progress
Vietnam Should Release Land Rights Activist July 12, 2023 9:00AM EDT By Introduction In Vietnam, the government’s systematic elimination of the human rights and democracy movement is deeply concerning. The Vietnamese government’s continuous arrest and imprisonment of peaceful activists reflects a violation of international human rights law and a betrayal […]
Celebrating Six Months of Victories for Human Rights
Saving Lives, Changing Laws, and Protecting Human Rights: Amnesty International’s Victories Changing Legislation USA Amnesty International USA has successfully contributed to efforts to end gun violence by partnering with advocates in Illinois and Michigan to pass several gun safety laws. Thanks to their work, Illinois has become the ninth state […]
Paving the Way: Nepal’s Monumental Leap for Marriage Equality
Nepal’s Historic Achievement on Marriage Equality July 5, 2023 | A Landmark Ruling In a groundbreaking move, Nepal‘s Supreme Court ruled on June 28 that same-sex couples have the right to legally register their marriages, making Nepal the second country in Asia to achieve marriage equality. This historic decision comes […]
Assault on Journalist and Rights Lawyer in Chechnya: Examining the Dark Realities of Press Freedom and Human Rights
Dispatches Journalist, Rights Lawyer Brutally Attacked in Chechnya Prominent Journalist and Rights Lawyer Attacked On July 4, 2023, Elena Milashina, a prominent journalist, and Alexander Nemov, a human rights lawyer, were brutally attacked in Chechnya‘s capital, Grozny. Milashina, who has received an award for her extraordinary activism from Human Rights […]