FIFA Urged to Secure Binding Commitments to Improve Human Rights for World Cup Hosts FIFA‘s Lack of Competition Puts Human Rights at Risk The Sport & Rights Alliance, a coalition of human rights and anti-corruption organizations, trade unions, fan representatives, athlete survivors groups, and players’ unions, has called on FIFA […]
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Breaking Barriers: Embracing Inclusion for Psychosocial Disabilities in Ghana
A Path to Belonging for People with Psychosocial Disabilities in Ghana: More Support Options Needed Introduction In Ghana, the situation for individuals with psychosocial disabilities is dire. Many are locked up in prayer camps, deprived of basic human rights, and live in inhumane conditions. This issue came to light during […]
“Pakistan’s Detainment of Afghans: Examining the Implications of Deportation”
Pakistan‘s Coercion and Abuse of Afghan Refugees: A Violation of Human Rights The Plight of Afghan Refugees The Pakistani government’s use of threats, abuse, and detention to coerce Afghan asylum seekers without legal status to return to Afghanistan or face deportation is a severe violation of human rights, according to […]
The Unaccounted Failures: A Closer Look at Meta’s Role in the Tigray Conflict
Meta, Facebook, and Human Rights Abuses in Ethiopia On [date], Amnesty International released a report titled “A death sentence for my father: Meta‘s contribution to human rights abuses in northern Ethiopia,” in which they accuse Meta, the parent company of Facebook, of contributing to serious human rights abuses against Ethiopia’s […]
Exploring Global Activism: Urban Movements Map Aims to Connect and Inspire on World Cities Day
Greenpeace Launches Global Urban Movements Map on World Cities Day Introduction Greenpeace International, in collaboration with Clima e Mobilidade and the Urban Movement Innovation Fund, launched a global Urban Movements Map on World Cities Day. The interactive platform provides information about grassroots groups, organizations, and movements working on climate justice […]
Ghana’s Shift Towards Human Rights-Based Mental Healthcare
Ghana‘s Struggle to End Chaining for Mental Health Conditions Introduction In a recent report, Human Rights Watch (HRW) highlighted the ongoing practice of chaining people with mental health conditions in faith-based centers, also known as “prayer camps,” in Ghana. Despite a ban on shackling imposed by the government in 2017, […]
Why Upholding Human Rights is Crucial for Climate Action: Insights from COP28
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 […]
The Urgent Need for Social Media Companies to Address the Escalation of Online Hate and Censorship in Israel-Palestine
Social Media Companies Must Take Urgent Action to Address Online Hate and Racism Amid Israel-Palestine Conflict The Escalating Crisis Amnesty International has called on major social media companies to address the rising tide of online hate and racism targeting Palestinian and Jewish communities in light of the escalating conflict in […]
Punishing the Unnecessary Use of Force: Holding Accountable Those Responsible for the Crackdown in Guinea
Swift and Independent Investigation Urged in Guinea Protests Introduction Amnesty International has called on the Guinean authorities to conduct a swift and independent investigation into the violent repression of a peaceful rally on October 16th, which left three journalists injured. Thirteen journalists were also arbitrarily arrested during the event in […]
Antarctic Ocean Commission Fails to Safeguard Antarctic Waters Once Again
Antarctic Ocean Commission Fails to Deliver Protection for Antarctic A Missed Opportunity for Environmental Preservation The Antarctic Ocean Commission’s recent meeting in Tasmania has once again ended without delivering the much-needed protection for the Antarctic. This disappointing lack of progress stands in stark contrast to the positive international dynamics that […]