COP28: Climate Action Requires Upholding Rights The Importance of Independent Voices in Climate Action The upcoming 28th annual United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28), set to take place in Dubai, presents a crucial opportunity for governments around the world to address the pressing issue of global warming and commit to […]
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Mozambique’s Violent Crackdown: Revealing the Dark Side of Policing
Mozambique: Police Fire on Protesters, At Least 3 Killed in Post Municipal Election Demonstrations Background In the wake of the recent municipal elections in Mozambique, violent clashes have erupted between security forces and peaceful protesters. According to Human Rights Watch, Mozambican security forces have used excessive force, including live ammunition, […]
South Africa’s Urgent Need for Protections against Discrimination towards Persons with Albinism
South African Traditional Healer Faces Court Appearance over Albinism Misinformation Video Amnesty International and National Albinism Task Force Call for Protection of Persons with Albinism South African Traditional Healer Bongolethu “Dr Khehlelezi” Mzozo As the court appearance of South African traditional healer Bongolethu “Dr Khehlelezi” Mzozo approaches, Amnesty International and […]
The Witch Hunt Must Cease: Over 70 Arrested in Nigeria for Attending a “Gay Party”
Blatant Discrimination in Nigeria: LGBTQ+ Arrests and Misuse of Laws Background The Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corp (NSCDC) recently arrested 59 men and 17 women in Gombe state, northern Nigeria, accusing them of attending a “gay party” and planning a “gay wedding.” These arrests come just a few months […]
Chad’s Battle for Justice: One Year On
Chad: A Year On, Victims Await Justice Impunity for “Black Thursday” as Political Space Closes October 20, 2023 8:30AM EDT In October of 2022, massive protests erupted in Chad, resulting in serious human rights violations, including the use of live ammunition, arbitrary arrests, and torture. One year later, victims are […]
French High Court Acknowledges Racial Profiling’s Existence, but Stops Short of Mandating State Action
High Court Recognizes Racial Profiling, But Fails to Order the State to Stop It A Historic Acknowledgement For the first time in France, the Council of State, the country’s highest administrative court, has recognized the existence of racial profiling by the police during identity checks. This is a historic decision […]
India’s Stance on Same-Sex Marriage: A Regressive Blow to Human Rights
Supreme Court of India Misses Historic Opportunity for Equal Rights of LGBTQ+ Community Background In a recent verdict, the Supreme Court of India refused to grant legal recognition to same-sex marriage in the country, leaving it up to the Parliament to formulate the necessary legislation. This decision is seen as […]
A Lingering Legacy: The Ongoing Struggle for Justice in Chile
Amnesty International Report Highlights Lack of Progress in Chile‘s Police Reform and Reparations Introduction Amnesty International has recently released a report titled “Reform to move forward: Recommendations to reform Carabineros from a human rights perspective,” on the four-year anniversary of the social unrest in Chile. The report reveals that despite […]
Indigenous Rights in Australia: A Struggle Upended by Setbacks
Setback for Indigenous Rights in Australia Government Should Look to First Nations Communities for Next Steps Daniela Gavshon Australia Director @dgavshon October 14, 2023 | Australia’s referendum to enshrine a First Nations voice in the country’s constitution was unsuccessful. But the spotlight remains on the Australian government to ensure First […]
Exploiting the Vulnerable: The Dark Reality of Migrant Workers in Saudi Arabia
Amnesty International Report Reveals Appalling Conditions Faced by Contracted Workers in Amazon Warehouses in Saudi Arabia Amnesty International has released a new report exposing the abuse and exploitation of contracted workers in Amazon warehouses in Saudi Arabia. The report, titled “Don’t worry, it’s a branch of Amazon,” details how these […]