rights

WCC Remembers Human Rights Advocate Pastor Dr Jochen Motte

Pastor Dr. Jochen Motte, a theologian and advocate for human rights, justice, and care for creation, has died on January…

9 months ago

Maryland Police Face Civil Rights Discrimination Lawsuit

A civil case concerning police accountability in Maryland began in Greenbelt’s US District Court on Monday. The case involves Mohamed…

9 months ago

Civil rights leaders resign over DOJ inaction on Minnesota shooting

Several top leaders within the Justice Department’s Civil Rights Division have resigned in protest. The resignations follow a decision not…

9 months ago

Canadian Union Marks Human Rights Day

The declaration of human rights encompasses 30 articles addressing a broad spectrum of fundamental rights. These include the right to…

9 months ago

Civil Rights Division Faces Staff Departures Over Minneapolis Response

Several career prosecutors in the Justice Department's Civil Rights Division are leaving the department following a decision not to pursue…

9 months ago

AI Raises Questions About Human Rights Considerations

The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) presents both opportunities and challenges to human rights, including equality and privacy. Current…

10 months ago

Human Rights Day Resources for Researchers

Each year on December 10th, the anniversary of the 1948 Universal Declaration of Human Rights is commemorated. This year’s Human…

10 months ago

Uganda’s Election Faces Scrutiny from Rights Groups

Human rights activists from several African countries have voiced concerns regarding the fairness and transparency of Uganda’s upcoming General Election.…

10 months ago

Candidates urged to prioritize human rights commitments

As Benin prepares for legislative, municipal, and presidential elections in 2026, a coalition of 14 civil society organizations, including Amnesty…

10 months ago

Wyoming Supreme Court Upholds Abortion Rights

The Wyoming Supreme Court has upheld abortion access and struck down the state’s two near-total abortion laws. On January 6,…

10 months ago