EHRC trans guidance marks major setback for human rights – Scottish Greens
Figures from the Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal Service show there were 104 hate crime charges where transgender identity was an aggravator in … Read MoreContinue Reading
External Actors Pressing ‘Family Values’ in Africa Backing Outside Political Agendas Carries …
Legislation that strips people of their rights is gaining momentum across Africa, in the name of “African Family Values” and “Sovereignty.” It is not … Read MoreContinue Reading
When Debate Becomes Denial: Why Channel 4’s ADHD Framing Matters
Jenny, Amnesty’s Disabled People’s Human Rights Network Committee member, responds to the language used to promote Channel 4’s documentary ‘The … Read MoreContinue Reading
Human Rights Commission urges Australian Government to ‘hit pause’ on NDIS reform Bill
We’re urging the Australian Government to match the scale of its proposed NDIS changes with more appropriate consultation, transparency and … Read MoreContinue Reading
Africa: National counter-terrorism mechanisms must have independent oversight – Article 19
When implementing counter-terrorism measures, African countries must ensure independent oversight from national human rights commissions. Read MoreContinue Reading
Thailand: Prime Minister should refrain from filing criminal lawsuit against human rights …
On 22 July 2026, Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul announced that he would file a criminal defamation complaint against Yingcheep Atchanont, … Read MoreContinue Reading
‘A serious error of judgment on my part’: David Lavery apologises after removal as human …
Due to his role as Commissioner of the Northern Ireland Human Rights Commission (NIHRC), Mr Lavery, who is also chief executive of The Law Society of … Read MoreContinue Reading
China’s ethnic unity law boosts human rights governance – Global Times
China’s ethnic minority groups are themselves integral components of the Chinese nation. By reaffirming equal rights and other fundamental human … Read MoreContinue Reading
The Leadership Conference Condemns Senate Judiciary Committee Vote to Advance Todd …
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Maya Wiley, president and CEO of The Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights, released the following statement after … Read MoreContinue Reading
IBAHRI condemns decision to uphold 14-year sentences for journalists in Cambodian …
The International Bar Association’s Human Rights Institute (IBAHRI) condemns the decision of the Supreme Court of Cambodia to uphold the 14-year … Read MoreContinue Reading
Robust Guidelines for EU Companies Vital to Accountability Law
Click to expand Image Bangladesh Federation of Worker Solidarity activists hold a rally in Dhaka on May 7, 2023 to mark ten years since the Rana Plaza building collapse that killed more than 1,130 people. © 2023 Mamunur Rashid/NurPhoto via AP On July 23, Human Rights Watch filed a writtenContinue Reading
Dialogue, Freedom of Speech, and the Right to Peaceful Protest | Quakers in Britain
Why is protest part of dialogue? Highlights from Billy Vaughan’s recent talk at the National Justice & Peace Network Conference. Read MoreContinue Reading
Syria, August 2026 Monthly Forecast – Security Council Report
In August, the Security Council is expected to hold its monthly meeting on political and humanitarian developments in Syria. Read MoreContinue Reading
Why Community Legal Action Matters – European Roma Rights Centre
For many Romani communities across Europe, the gap between having rights and being able to exercise them is wide. People face discrimination in … Read MoreContinue Reading
Iran Human Rights: Kurdish Protester Sentenced to Death – IranWire
Iran Human Rights announced that Mehdi Roshani, a Kurdish protester arrested in connection with the January 6 protests in Malekshahi Cou … Read MoreContinue Reading