Law grad’s human rights appeal denied
The Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario has dismissed a complaint by a University of Windsor law graduate who alleged she was discriminated against by a law firm that asked to see her complete transcripts showing she had failed her first year.Continue Reading
Clinton urged to raise rights issues in Indonesia
Human Rights Watch has urged US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton to raise military accountability for abuses in Indonesia during her visit to the country this week.Continue Reading
Indonesia: Clinton Should Raise Human Rights Concerns
US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton should raise military accountability for abuses, freedom of expression, and the rights of religious minorities during her visit to Indonesia on July 21-24, 2011.
Letter to Secretary of State Hillary Clinton Regarding Indonesia and Human Rights Issues
Human Rights Watch writes to you concerning your upcoming trip to Indonesia from July 21-24, 2011. We believe this trip is an important opportunity to raise issues such as accountability of the military, freedom o…Continue Reading
Pledging Allegiance in Bahrain
Since mid-April, the government of Bahrain has urged its citizens to sign pledges of allegiance to the country’s "wise leadership," saying the signatures would be inscribed on a golden sword whose existe…Continue Reading
Pledging Allegiance in Bahrain
Since mid-April, the government of Bahrain has urged its citizens to sign pledges of allegiance to the country’s "wise leadership," saying the signatures would be inscribed on a golden sword whose existe…Continue Reading
Chinese Human Rights Plan Must Address Past Failings to Succeed
Phelim Kine, Senior Researcher in the Asia Division of Human Rights Watch, argues that in order for the Chinese government to legitimately address human rights concerns, it must acknowledge the shortcomings of pre…Continue Reading
Landmines in Libya: Technical Briefing Note
This briefing note looks at the threat posed to civilians, including deminers, from landmines used in the current conflict between forces of Muammar Gaddafi and opposition rebels.
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Landmines in Libya: Technical Briefing Note
This briefing note was first issued by HRW on May 10, 2011. An updated version was issued on June 3, 2011.
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Philippine military abuses flourish: HRW
Philippine President Benigno Aquino has failed to curb extra-judicial killings and other human rights abuses by the military during his first year in office, Human Rights Watch said on Tuesday.Continue Reading
"No Justice Just Adds to the Pain"
Killings, Disappearances, and Impunity in the Philippines
This 96-page report details strong evidence of military involvement in seven killings and three enforced disappearances of leftist activi…Continue Reading
Letter from Human Rights Watch to Armed Forces of the Philippines Chief of Staff Gen. Eduardo Oban, Jr.
Gen. Eduardo Oban, Jr.
Chief of Staff
Armed Forces of the Philippines
Office of the Commanding General
Fort Andres Bonifacio
Metro Manila
Philippines
Via facsimile: +63 2 911 6436
Re: Alleged extrajudicial killings and enforced disappearances
Dear Gene…Continue Reading
"No Justice Just Adds to the Pain"
Killings, Disappearances, and Impunity in the Philippines
This 96-page report details strong evidence of military involvement in seven killings and three enforced disappearances of leftist activi…Continue Reading
Letter from Human Rights Watch to Philippines Deputy Ombudsman for Military and Other Law Enforcement Offices
Officer-in-Charge, Deputy Ombudsman for Military and Other Law Enforcement Offices
Ombudsman Building
Agham Road, North Triangle, Diliman
Quezon City 1101
The Philippines
Via facsimile: +63-2-926-8776
Re: Alleged extrajudicial killings and enforced dis…Continue Reading
Letter from Human Rights Watch to Philippine National Police Director General Raul Bacalzo
Raul M. Bacalzo
Director General, Philippine National Police
Office of the Chief PNP
Camp Crame, Quezon City
Metro Manila 1111
The Philippines
Via facsimile: +632 724 8763
Re: Alleged extrajudicial killings and abductions (enforced disappearances)
Dear…Continue Reading