Amitabh Behar named Oxfam International's Executive Director
Behar is a respected global civil society leader, with three decades of experience and extensive work on human rights, economic inequalities, … Read more: Amitabh Behar named Oxfam International's Executive DirectorContinue Reading
Nigeria: Respect People's Right to Protest, Guarantee Constitutional Human Rights
The signatories, a coalition supported by CIVICUS global civil society alliance, condemn the violent repression of Nigerians' right to peaceful … Read more: Nigeria: Respect People's Right to Protest, Guarantee Constitutional Human RightsContinue Reading
Clarke condemns violence against protestors, human rights violations in Bangladesh
“I am deeply concerned by the violence and human rights abuses in Bangladesh that have marked a severe effort by the governing Awami League Party to … Read more: Clarke condemns violence against protestors, human rights violations in BangladeshContinue Reading
Prisoners' human rights being breached every day in Scotland, chief inspector warns – LBC
The human rights of prisoners in Scotland are being breached on a daily basis, LBC has been warned by the estate's Chief Inspector. Read more: Prisoners' human rights being breached every day in Scotland, chief inspector warns – LBCContinue Reading
“Worse Than Hell”: Death and Torture at Chad's Koro Toro Prison | HRW
Human Rights Watch documented at least six cases of detainees who did not receive any medical care, including for injuries sustained from beatings and … Read more: “Worse Than Hell”: Death and Torture at Chad's Koro Toro Prison | HRWContinue Reading
Israel's escalating use of torture against Palestinians in custody a preventable crime … – ohchr
… human rights experts* warned today.“Israel's widespread and systemic abuse of Palestinians in detention and arbitrary arrest practices over … Read more: Israel's escalating use of torture against Palestinians in custody a preventable crime … – ohchrContinue Reading
Naseem appeals int'l community to take notice of serious human rights violations in IIOJK
QUETTA, Aug 5 (APP): Adviser to the Chief Minister on Climate Change and Environment, Naseem ur Rehman on Monday appealed to the international … Read more: Naseem appeals int'l community to take notice of serious human rights violations in IIOJKContinue Reading
Publications – Human Rights and Rule of Law – The Council of Europe
Discover the Publications of the Council of Europe Directorate General Human Rights and Rule of Law. Read more: Publications – Human Rights and Rule of Law – The Council of EuropeContinue Reading
Ghanaians owe their Human Rights protection to NPP, not Nkrumah – Prof. Oquaye
Former Speaker of Parliament, Prof. Mike Oquaye, has stated that Ghanaians owe the human rights they currently enjoy to the efforts of the New … Read more: Ghanaians owe their Human Rights protection to NPP, not Nkrumah – Prof. OquayeContinue Reading
Big tech regulation needed to protect people from online harm | Human Rights Law Centre
The Human Rights Law Centre has urged the Albanese Government to implement strong laws which protect people from the insidious harm caused by big … Read more: Big tech regulation needed to protect people from online harm | Human Rights Law CentreContinue Reading
Protests: Bring evidence of human rights abuses to us, NHRC tells Nigerians
A statement from the NHRC said Mr Ojukwu described the attitude of law enforcement agents as an “infringement on the fundamental human rights of … Read more: Protests: Bring evidence of human rights abuses to us, NHRC tells NigeriansContinue Reading
History Segment: "Organizing the 1963 March on Washington: The Struggle for Civil Rights"
The Human Rights and Diversity Commission, in conjunction with the Teamsters History Project, welcomes the next segment of monthly history … Read more: History Segment: "Organizing the 1963 March on Washington: The Struggle for Civil Rights"Continue Reading
Akufo-Addo introduced human rights, Nkrumah detained people without justification – Prof Oquaye
… human rights into Ghana's constitution in 1969. He said that during the era of the first president of Ghana, the late Osagyefo Dr. Kwame Nkrumah … Read more: Akufo-Addo introduced human rights, Nkrumah detained people without justification – Prof OquayeContinue Reading
ICFJ Voices: Sarmad alJilane, Putting Human Rights in Syria Front and Center
… human rights, governance, media and civil society. He describes his participation in an ICFJ program as “one of the most beneficial experiences in … Read more: ICFJ Voices: Sarmad alJilane, Putting Human Rights in Syria Front and CenterContinue Reading
The Dance of Dualities Within, Exploring Rhythms of Resilience and Embracing Authenticity
… rights of all people, regardless of our backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Rehman establishes that human rights and the fight for human rights … Read more: The Dance of Dualities Within, Exploring Rhythms of Resilience and Embracing AuthenticityContinue Reading
