“What Did You Do as We Were Dying?”: The Urgency of Addressing North Korean Human Rights
The former pro-democracy activists—who had fought for democracy and human rights in South Korea—had entered the Blue House, only to turn a blind eye … Read more: “What Did You Do as We Were Dying?”: The Urgency of Addressing North Korean Human RightsContinue Reading
China will continue journey to improve human rights, UN told – Europe – CGTN
China's human rights record has become a divisive issue at the UN, with many countries supporting its policies but the U.S. and European countries … Read more: China will continue journey to improve human rights, UN told – Europe – CGTNContinue Reading
'This is a human rights issue': City of Edmonton defends swimming attire rules | Globalnews.ca
'This is a human rights issue and we have an obligation to treat all individuals equally when using city pools,' said the city. Read more: 'This is a human rights issue': City of Edmonton defends swimming attire rules | Globalnews.caContinue Reading
Italy sea rescue law could put more migrant lives at risk: UN rights chief | UN News
16 February 2023 Human Rights. A proposed new law in Italy on humanitarian search-and-rescue (SAR) operations could hinder the provision of … Read more: Italy sea rescue law could put more migrant lives at risk: UN rights chief | UN NewsContinue Reading
Our Work in Ukraine – Human Rights First
Human Rights First is a nonpartisan, 501(c)(3). We do not favor or oppose any candidate for public office. Read more: Our Work in Ukraine – Human Rights FirstContinue Reading
US Withdraws Human Rights Candidate over Criticism of Israel – Palestine Chronicle
International law and human rights expert James Cavallaro. (Photo: Comisión Interamericana de Derechos Humanos, via Wikimedia Commons). Read more: US Withdraws Human Rights Candidate over Criticism of Israel – Palestine ChronicleContinue Reading
Ten Ways the U.S. Should Help Civil Society in Ukraine – Human Rights First
“Ukraine's civil society responded magnificently to Russia's large-scale invasion a year ago, providing urgent medical care, documenting war crimes, … Read more: Ten Ways the U.S. Should Help Civil Society in Ukraine – Human Rights FirstContinue Reading
Blackburn, Ossoff to Continue Investigative Oversight as Head of Human Rights Subcommittee
Human rights has long been a priority for me – from passing bipartisan legislation to protect the Hong Kong freedom fighters to ensuring citizens … Read more: Blackburn, Ossoff to Continue Investigative Oversight as Head of Human Rights SubcommitteeContinue Reading
Chula Faculty of Law Launches Human Rights Law Laboratory Combining Textbook … – Newswise
The Faculty of Law, Chulalongkorn University has launched the “Human Rights Law Laboratory” project to integrate classroom knowledge and field … Read more: Chula Faculty of Law Launches Human Rights Law Laboratory Combining Textbook … – NewswiseContinue Reading
'F1 can bring about change in countries with poor human rights' – GPblog
Formula One boss Stefano Domenicali has said he is more than willing to withdraw races from countries with poor human rights records. Read more: 'F1 can bring about change in countries with poor human rights' – GPblogContinue Reading
UNICEF study: 66% of Argentine children face financial or human rights deprivation
UNICEF uses a multidimensional definition of poverty, which extends beyond economic deprivation and considers the lack of access to human rights … Read more: UNICEF study: 66% of Argentine children face financial or human rights deprivationContinue Reading
Kurdish political prisoner released under amnesty in Iran's Mashhad
… not have the right to reside at any of Iran's border cities after her release”, said a source in an interview with the Kurdistan Human Rights … Read more: Kurdish political prisoner released under amnesty in Iran's MashhadContinue Reading
Human Rights Watch on Twitter: "A letter purportedly signed by our staffer concerning the …
Human Rights Watch · @hrw. A letter purportedly signed by our staffer concerning the death of Kenyan health worker Lilian Waithera is a fake. Read more: Human Rights Watch on Twitter: "A letter purportedly signed by our staffer concerning the …Continue Reading
UK accused of 'crimes against humanity', US & UK broke human right laws with Chagos …
A new report by the US accused both UK and US of crimes against humanity for their actions in Chagos island. According to the Human Rights Watch, … Read more: UK accused of 'crimes against humanity', US & UK broke human right laws with Chagos …Continue Reading
Uganda orders withdrawal of UN human rights office – The Irish Times
Human Rights Watch calls for a reversal of the decision as concerns remain over the repression of vulnerable people. Read more: Uganda orders withdrawal of UN human rights office – The Irish TimesContinue Reading