Tag: social justice

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 ...

Georgia tenants demand rent control to fix housing affordability crisis – FOX 5 Atlanta

Georgia Tenants Rally for Rent Control to Combat Housing Affordability Crisis

As housing costs continue to skyrocket, tenants across Georgia are rallying for rent control measures to combat the growing affordability ...

NZ’s third-largest city sanctions Israel over illegal Palestine settlements – Asia Pacific Report

NZ’s Third-Largest City Takes Bold Stand Against Israel’s Illegal Settlements in Palestine

In a bold move, New Zealand's third-largest city has taken a stand against Israel by imposing sanctions in response to ...

Remembering success of East Timor mission – Australian Department of Defence

Celebrating the Triumph of the East Timor Mission: A Legacy of Peace and Progress

The Australian Department of Defence proudly reflects on the remarkable success of the East Timor mission, a defining moment in ...

KYRGYZSTAN : Religious freedom survey, February 2025 – Forum 18

Exploring Religious Freedom in Kyrgyzstan: Insights from the February 2025 Survey

In February 2025, Forum 18 unveiled its latest survey on religious freedom in Kyrgyzstan, shedding light on the persistent struggles ...

Myanmar’s rebels closing in around junta into fifth year of civil war – Voice of America

Myanmar’s Rebels Tighten Their Grip as Civil War Enters Fifth Year

As Myanmar's civil war marks its fifth year, rebel groups are ramping up their efforts against the military junta. With ...

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 ...

ISRAEL – PALESTINE Gaza, Bishop Nahra: Silence weapons to heal divisions in Israel – AsiaNews

Call for Peace: Bishop Nahra Urges an End to Violence in Israel-Palestine Conflict

passionately highlighted the critical necessity of silencing weapons in Israel-Palestine to pave the way for healing and meaningful dialogue. During ...

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 ...

Talking Indonesia: East Timor’s Great Famine, 1977-1979 – unimelb.edu.au

Unraveling the Tragedy: The Great Famine in East Timor, 1977-1979

Talking Indonesia: East Timor's Great Famine, 1977-1979 delves into the harrowing consequences of colonial policies and military actions that triggered ...

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

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

A recent UNDP report sheds light on the ongoing disparities in access to justice throughout the Asia-Pacific region. Marginalized communities ...

Sri Lanka: Amnesty International’s Secretary General concludes five-day visit – Amnesty International

Amnesty International’s Secretary General Wraps Up Insightful Five-Day Visit to Sri Lanka

Amnesty International's Secretary General has just wrapped up an impactful five-day journey through Sri Lanka, shining a spotlight on critical ...

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

Maldives 2025: Unveiling the Evolving Landscape of Human Rights

In its "World Report 2025," Human Rights Watch sheds light on alarming developments in the Maldives, where the human rights ...

Human rights in Kyrgyzstan – Amnesty International

Unveiling the Human Rights Landscape in Kyrgyzstan: Challenges and Progress

Kyrgyzstan is facing pressing human rights challenges that demand our attention, as underscored by Amnesty International. The nation struggles with ...

Lebanon aims to become nation’s first certified Disability-Friendly City – WCAX

Lebanon Sets Ambitious Goal to Become the Nation’s First Certified Disability-Friendly City!

Lebanon is on the brink of a groundbreaking transformation as it prepares to become the nation's first certified Disability-Friendly City! ...

Death announced of East Timor peace campaigner Tom Hyland (72) – The Irish Times

Remembering Tom Hyland: The Legacy of a Fearless East Timor Peace Campaigner at 72

Tom Hyland, a renowned champion for peace in East Timor, has sadly passed away at the age of 72. His ...

Armenian Genocide Martyrs Monument designated state historical landmark – The Whittier Daily News

The Armenian Genocide Martyrs Monument has been designated a state historical landmark, recognizing its significance in commemorating the victims of ...

Advocates fear Georgia bill advanced by Republicans could land more homeless people in jail – The Associated Press

Georgia’s Controversial Bill: Advocates Warn It Could Criminalize Homelessness

May 29, 2025