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British Columbia's human rights commissioner has launched an inquiry into police use of force against people who are racialized or dealing with … Read more: B.C. human rights commissioner to probe police discrimination in use of force – Global NewsContinue Reading

… human rights of Kuwait's stateless Bidun population, Aya Majzoub, Amnesty International's Deputy Regional Director for the Middle East and North … Read more: Kuwait: Drop charges against Bidun activist for speaking out over human rights of statelessContinue Reading

These included allegations around human rights abuses of factory workers who have taken part in political protests and allegations that BAT is … Read more: Responding to human rights allegations – British American TobaccoContinue Reading

We have had a long-standing commitment to respect fundamental human rights, as affirmed by the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Read more: Human rights and modern slavery – British American TobaccoContinue Reading

It's a story that few of us can relate to or understand. North Korean defector Kim Kyu-li fled the oppressive state decades ago for China, … Read more: Human rights group criticise deportation of North Koreans to China – YouTubeContinue Reading

… in Toronto last month, acknowledging and honouring individuals who have shown dedication to advancing justice, peace, and human rights. Read more: TGTE Canada recognises advocates for justice and human rights | Tamil GuardianContinue Reading

We received almost 800 pledges to take game-changing action on rights, including from Member States, civil society, UN entities, the private sector … Read more: High Commissioner launches 2024 Annual Appeal, calling for 'deepened resolve' on human rightsContinue Reading

B.C.'s human rights commissioner is launching an inquiry into police use of force against racialized people and people with mental health issues. Read more: Inquiry launched into police use of force: B.C. human rights commissioner – Revelstoke ReviewContinue Reading

Humans rights groups believe up to 500 people were sent from China to North Korea in just one day last October – the largest mass deportation in … Read more: Human rights group criticise deportation of North Koreans to China – Sky NewsContinue Reading

Canadian journalism advocacy and human rights groups are calling for the Edmonton Police Service to drop charges against Cree and Iroquois … Read more: Canadian journalism and human rights groups slam "a… | NIT – National Indigenous TimesContinue Reading

B.C.'s Human Rights Commissioner has launched a new inquiry into involuntary detentions under the Adult Guardianship Act (AGA). Read more: Inquiry: Adult Guardianship Act – BC's Office of the Human Rights CommissionerContinue Reading

Old Town Hall, 32 Derby Square – 1st Floor, Salem MA – Free & All Are Welcome! The Salem Human Rights Coalition invites you to be a part of a Black … Read more: City of Salem's Human Rights Coalition announces Black History Month Events and ActivitiesContinue Reading

The ECOWAS Court has dismissed various charges of human rights breaches filed by a human rights Non-Government Organisation, Collectif Cri de … Read more: ECOWAS Court Dismisses Human Rights Violation Case Against Mali GovernmentContinue Reading

Journalism advocacy and human rights groups are calling for the Edmonton Police Service (EPS) to immediately drop charges against a Cree and … Read more: 'An abomination': Journalism, human rights groups call for police to drop charges against …Continue Reading