New UN Human Rights Chief on his First Day in Office – Vindobona.org
As of today, the Austrian Volker Türk is in office as the new United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights. Already experienced, Türk has … Read more: New UN Human Rights Chief on his First Day in Office – Vindobona.orgContinue Reading
EU slaps human rights sanctions on Iran, warns of more over Ukraine | Cyprus Mail
Several European Union foreign ministers on Monday called for sanctions against Iran over the transfer of Iranian drones to Russia, … Read more: EU slaps human rights sanctions on Iran, warns of more over Ukraine | Cyprus MailContinue Reading
The Weekly Round-up: strike action, modern slavery, and electronic tagging
UK Human Rights Blog – 1 Crown Office Row … jury acquittal of Colston 4 that ECHR rights were not engaged where damage to property was criminal … Read more: The Weekly Round-up: strike action, modern slavery, and electronic taggingContinue Reading
Iranian President Debunks US' Fake Support for Human Rights – Politics news
… support for chaos, riots and insecurity in Iran has once again laid bare the fallacy of the US' advocacy for human rights, peace and security. Read more: Iranian President Debunks US' Fake Support for Human Rights – Politics newsContinue Reading
Iran Human Rights calls for UN mechanism to prevent further atrocities following Evin prison fire
Following a fire and news of dead and wounded at Evin prison in Tehran on Saturday night, Iran Human Rights said: "It's more necessary than ever … Read more: Iran Human Rights calls for UN mechanism to prevent further atrocities following Evin prison fireContinue Reading
The UN says access to a healthy environment is a human right. Here's what it … – Yahoo News
As David Boyd, the UN's independent expert on human rights and the environment explains: “These resolutions may seem abstract, but they are a catalyst … Read more: The UN says access to a healthy environment is a human right. Here's what it … – Yahoo NewsContinue Reading
Vietnam needs an improved awareness of human rights now it is on the UNHRC
“The important thing to do is to change the thinking and views of the Vietnamese authorities on human rights issues,” an activist in Hanoi told RFA, … Read more: Vietnam needs an improved awareness of human rights now it is on the UNHRCContinue Reading
Nairobi set to host Governance, Democracy and Human Rights in Africa conference – KBC
Participants will include representatives from the African Union Anti-Corruption Advisory Board, the African Court on Human and People's Rights, the … Read more: Nairobi set to host Governance, Democracy and Human Rights in Africa conference – KBCContinue Reading
Senator blocks $75 million in U.S. military aid to Egypt over rights concerns | Reuters
Leading human rights groups including Amnesty International and Human Rights Watch have accused Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi's … Read more: Senator blocks million in U.S. military aid to Egypt over rights concerns | ReutersContinue Reading
Human Rights and Business in Myanmar – Sydney Southeast Asia Centre
Human Rights and Business in Myanmar · Follow us on social media · Media · Student links · About us · Connect. Read more: Human Rights and Business in Myanmar – Sydney Southeast Asia CentreContinue Reading
The UN says access to a healthy environment is a human right. Here's what it means for Australia
Australia is one of the last nations holding out against legislating the human right to a healthy environment. Read more: The UN says access to a healthy environment is a human right. Here's what it means for AustraliaContinue Reading
National plan to end gender-based violence must be fully resourced to achieve results
The Australian Human Rights Commission welcomes the National Plan to End Violence Against Women and Children 2022 to 2032 and calls for all … Read more: National plan to end gender-based violence must be fully resourced to achieve resultsContinue Reading
Federal government must pursue ambitious reforms to secure a healthier democracy
The Human Rights Law Centre will today appear before the Joint Standing Committee on Electoral Matters (Committee), to advocate for reforms that … Read more: Federal government must pursue ambitious reforms to secure a healthier democracyContinue Reading
Sri Lanka: Draft 'Rehabilitation' Law Would Spur Abuse – Human Rights Watch
The Sri Lankan government should withdraw a draft law that would give the authorities broad powers to detain people in military-run … Read more: Sri Lanka: Draft 'Rehabilitation' Law Would Spur Abuse – Human Rights WatchContinue Reading
Special Advisor on International Disability Rights Minkara's Travel to Indonesia and New York
This event will highlight the nexus of human rights and the historic UN Security Council Resolution 2475 on persons with disabilities in conflict. In … Read more: Special Advisor on International Disability Rights Minkara's Travel to Indonesia and New YorkContinue Reading