Tag: Human rights

"It contains many contentious clauses that carry the risk of being exploited and misused, potentially targeting human rights advocates"

UN said the passage of the bill “set a global example,” adding that it is a victory for gender equality advocates across the globe

The groups condemned the "weaponization" of the law, citing its ambiguous and sweeping definitions, which are used to silence dissenters

The group fears that there “could be more affected children who are unaccounted for” and lives are at risk

The proposed law would reserve one-third of seats in India's lower house and state assemblies for women once it takes effect

Callamard said Uyghurs still enjoyed no freedom of movement, or religion or culture, or to “equality and non-discrimination.”

"The truth is, we were abducted by the military. We were forced to surrender because they threatened our lives,” said Jonila Castro

Educators should serve as builders of bridges, nurturing students into better individuals who contribute to societal transformation

Pope Francis has enacted instructions and church laws that demand bishops admit mistakes and stop protecting pedophile priests

Reports from Xinjiang suggest persecution against members of the mostly Muslim community continues.