Tag: advocacy

Discover the latest insights from the Center for Reproductive Rights as they unveil a compelling fact sheet on Sri Lanka's ...

Bill would remove state financial aid for protest-related convictions – The Center Square

New Bill Aims to Cut State Financial Aid for Those Convicted in Protests

A groundbreaking new bill is set to strip state financial aid from individuals found guilty of crimes committed during protests. ...

The Maronite community sheltering Lebanon’s displaced in Cyprus – Al Jazeera English

How the Maronite Community in Cyprus is Providing Refuge for Lebanon’s Displaced

The Maronite community in Cyprus has rallied together to provide vital support for Lebanon's displaced population, extending a warm welcome ...

Hun Sen criticises biased narratives towards Cambodia’s online fraud fight – Khmer Times

Hun Sen Slams Misleading Narratives Surrounding Cambodia’s Battle Against Online Fraud

Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Sen has taken a stand against what he calls skewed narratives regarding the nation’s battle against ...

Open letter from Asians and Asian Americans in support of Palestine and rejecting Zionism – Mondoweiss

An open letter signed by Asians and Asian Americans expresses solidarity with Palestine and denounces Zionism. The statement highlights concerns ...

Afghanistan Refugee Crisis Explained – USA for UNHCR

Understanding the Afghanistan Refugee Crisis: A Deep Dive into the Humanitarian Challenge

The Afghanistan refugee crisis has reached alarming heights since the Taliban regained control in August 2021. Millions are on the ...

Myanmar must be held to account – or the world will look powerless against Rohingya persecution – Amnesty International

Amnesty International urges the international community to hold Myanmar accountable for its ongoing persecution of the Rohingya. Without decisive action, ...

World Report 2025: Rights Trends in Kazakhstan – Human Rights Watch

Unveiling the Future: Key Human Rights Trends in Kazakhstan for 2025

The "World Report 2025: Rights Trends in Kazakhstan" by Human Rights Watch sheds light on pressing issues surrounding civil liberties, ...

Central Asia: EU Top Diplomat Urged To Address Alarming Civic Space Trends At Ministerial Meeting – OpEd – Eurasia Review

Urgent Call for Action: EU Diplomat Faces Civic Space Crisis in Central Asia at Ministerial Meeting

At a recent ministerial meeting, the EU's leading diplomat faced a pressing call to address alarming trends in civic space ...

2023 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices: Bhutan – Department of State

Unveiling Human Rights in Bhutan: Insights from the 2023 Country Report

The 2023 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices by the U.S. Department of State shine a spotlight on Bhutan's strides ...

Ban on trans girls playing girls’ school sports clears Georgia House – Georgia Recorder

Georgia House Approves Controversial Ban on Trans Girls Competing in School Sports

The Georgia House has taken a bold step by approving a ban on transgender girls from competing in girls' school ...

VOA Uzbek: Human rights conditions have worsened across Central Asia, HRW says – Voice of America

Central Asia’s Human Rights Crisis Deepens, Warns Human Rights Watch

Human Rights Watch has unveiled a troubling trend in Central Asia, revealing a sharp decline in human rights conditions. The ...

For Myanmar’s war victims and Rohingya refugees, US aid cuts are disastrous – The New Humanitarian

US Aid Cuts Spell Disaster for Myanmar’s War Victims and Rohingya Refugees

US aid cuts cast a shadow over the already fragile support for Myanmar's war victims and Rohingya refugees. With essential ...

Thailand deports 48 Uighurs to China despite human rights concerns – Al Jazeera English

Thailand’s Controversial Decision: 48 Uighurs Deported to China Amid Human Rights Outcry

In a controversial move, Thailand has sent 48 Uighurs back to China, igniting a firestorm of concern among human rights ...

COP29: Tajikistan to integrate the involvement of children and young people in climate action, into national climate policies – UNICEF

Empowering the Future: Tajikistan to Integrate Youth Voices in National Climate Action at COP29

At COP29, Tajikistan unveiled an exciting initiative to weave the voices of children and young people into the fabric of ...

Media Professionals in Mongolia Embrace Disability Equality with UNESCO Support – UNESCO

Empowering Change: How Media Professionals in Mongolia are Championing Disability Equality

In Mongolia, media professionals are leading the charge for disability equality, fueled by the invaluable support of UNESCO. These groundbreaking ...

Cambodia: World Heritage Committee must ensure UNESCO decision addresses Angkor forced evictions – Amnesty International

Urgent Call to Action: Protect Angkor’s Heritage from Forced Evictions!

Amnesty International is calling on the World Heritage Committee to take a stand against forced evictions in Angkor, Cambodia, as ...

UNHCR applauds Turkmenistan for resolving statelessness – UNHCR Central Asia – UNHCR

Turkmenistan Takes Bold Steps to End Statelessness: A Triumph Celebrated by UNHCR

The UNHCR has applauded Turkmenistan for its remarkable progress in tackling statelessness. By rolling out policies that provide nationality to ...

Justice is not for all in the Asia-Pacific – UNDP

Unveiling Inequality: The Struggle for Justice in the Asia-Pacific Region