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Prominent Iraqi women’s rights activist Yanar Mohammed was killed earlier this week in Baghdad. Unidentified gunmen on a motorcycle opened fire outside her home, resulting in her death despite efforts to save her life. Background Yanar Mohammed, 66, was a co-founder of the Organisation of Women’s Freedom in Iraq. She was a leading voice for […]
Australians are being encouraged to confront misogyny and discrimination in everyday conversations to promote gender equality. This Sunday marks International Women’s Day, with the theme “balance the scales,” emphasizing the need for fair and inclusive access to justice for all women and girls. Legal System Reform International human rights barrister Jennifer Robinson highlighted how the […]
Indonesia is aligning with global norms for social justice and development, particularly in light of this year’s World Social Justice Day theme, “Renewed Commitment to Social Development and Social Justice.” A renewed pledge between the Indonesian government and employers emphasizes responsible business conduct and human rights due diligence. Government Mandates Human Rights Due Diligence The […]
The U.S. Justice Department has discontinued an investigation into claims of civil rights violations against the Mount Vernon Police Department, alongside similar actions against seven other police forces nationwide. This decision follows a December 2024 report detailing constitutional rights violations by Mount Vernon police, including the use of unreasonable force and unjustified strip searches. Investigation […]
Four months have passed since an armed attack on Venezuelan activists Yendri Velásquez and Luis Peche in Bogotá. Amnesty International has expressed concern over the lack of progress in the investigation and the absence of guaranteed protection measures. Colombia is the primary host country for Venezuelans displaced by the ongoing human rights crisis in Venezuela. […]
The Trump administration is ending federal involvement in reforming local police departments, reversing efforts initiated after the deaths of George Floyd and Breonna Taylor. This action includes canceling proposed settlements with Louisville, Kentucky, and Minneapolis, Minnesota, that would have placed those cities under federal oversight. Withdrawal of Settlements and Reports The United States Department of […]
Amnesty International UK is a registered charity operating in England, Wales, and Scotland. The organization is structured as a company limited by guarantee. Organizational Information Amnesty International UK Section Charitable Trust is registered in England and Wales under number 03139939 and is a registered charity in England and Wales (1051681) and Scotland (SC039534). Amnesty International […]
Preparatory work has officially begun for a Crimes Against Humanity Convention, presenting a significant opportunity to address gaps in the protection against gender-based crimes, particularly for women and girls. Numerous organizations and individuals are urging states to adopt a gender-competent and intersectional negotiation process and convention, shaped by the experiences of victims. Recognizing Gender-Based Harms […]
A new decade of action will commence in January, building upon the progress of the past ten years to advance the human rights of people of African descent worldwide. The United Nations emphasizes the need for collective action to address racial injustice. High Commissioner for Human Rights, Mr. Türk, stated that securing the full rights […]
Tougaloo College hosted a lecture Tuesday night featuring professor, author, and activist Angela Davis. The event, part of the school’s Voices for a Just World lecture series, explored themes of justice, freedom, and global solidarity. Connections Between Civil Rights and Global Human Rights Angela Davis’s lecture drew parallels between the civil rights movement in the […]