The dangers of defending women accused of sorcery in Papua New Guinea
In Papua New Guinea, defending women accused of sorcery, has become a life-threatening occupation. The UN and European Union run Spotlight Initiative, is promoting legislation […]
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Respect and protect basic human rights in Sri Lanka, UN experts urge
Following this week’s crackdown on non-violent demonstrations in Sri Lanka, independent UN human rights experts urged the government on Friday to “ensure that all human […]
The dangers of defending women accused of sorcery in Papua New Guinea
In Papua New Guinea, defending women accused of sorcery, has become a life-threatening occupation. The UN and European Union run Spotlight Initiative, is promoting legislation […]
Roma rights advocates warn of rising hate speech: Many ‘don’t even know’ they’re being racist
International Roma Day on 8 April is a key date to mark Romani culture, made more significant in Romania since the passing of last year’s […]
First Person: Visions of hell, in Haiti
Samuel (not his real name) grew up near the Haitian Capital of Port-au-Prince, and has seen his childhood home descend into lawlessness and gang violence. […]
WHO welcomes initiative to combat noncommunicable diseases, responsible for 7 in 10 deaths worldwide
The World Health Organization (WHO) on Tuesday, welcomed the setting up of a new Heads of State and Government Group to get the world back on track to […]
COVID-19 vaccine access in conflict areas remains critical
Although safe and effective COVID-19 vaccinations are available, the pandemic is still far from over, and countries affected by conflict are in danger of being […]
Respect and protect basic human rights in Sri Lanka, UN experts urge
Following this week’s crackdown on non-violent demonstrations in Sri Lanka, independent UN human rights experts urged the government on Friday to “ensure that all human […]
Rights chief highlights urgent need for action over thousands missing in Syria
Twelve years into the war in Syria, thousands of families “remain in the dark” when it comes to the fates of their missing relatives, UN […]
Mali: UN expert calls for independent probe into Moura massacre
A UN human rights expert on Wednesday called for a full and independent investigation into alleged mass crimes committed in central Mali’s Mopti region late […]