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Published on 14:31 GMT

Indonesia’s militarized crackdown on illegal forest use sparks human rights concerns

Indonesia’s president has tasked the military with combating illegal forest activities, raising concerns about human rights violations and evictions of Indigenous and local communities. The regulation risks criminalizing Indigenous communities while …

Source: Mongabay - Neutral
Published on 08:02 GMT

Indigenous Peoples' Rights Are Non-Negotiable: 22 Calls to Action for the Trump Administration on Presidents’ Day

Since taking office in January 2025, President Donald Trump has signed several executive orders and directed actions that have raised significant concerns over their disproportionate negative impacts on Indigenous people, members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community, …

Source: Cultural Survival - Massachusetts - Label Pending
Published on 01:51 GMT

U. Indiana activists protest Trump’s ‘extreme level of brutality’ against immigrants

‘Does this sound like a free country to you?’ Approximately 60 Indiana University student activists braved stormy weather last week to protest President Trump’s plan to deport immigrants residing illegally in the United States. Various speakers ripped the …

Source: The College Fix - Label Pending
Published on 10:40 GMT

The Theory of Unintended Consequences and October 7

The theory of unintended consequences applies to how the Arab and Islamic world and Arab diaspora respond to the Jewish community and Israel and may suggest that a rethinking of the Arab relationship with Israel and Jews needs to happen. The Arab and …

Source: The Times of Israel - Neutral
Published on 09:06 GMT

‘Biologists were not part of the crime food chain’: why Ecuador’s scientists are facing violence, threats and kidnapping

Raul*, a biologist from Quito, has been leading conservation projects in the Chocó rainforest in north-east Ecuador for more than 20 years. It has not been easy, he says, recalling the threats he has received over the years for reporting illegal hunters …

Source: The Guardian - Center-left
Published on Feb 13, 2025

HRC2025: Blueprint for States to ensure the Human Rights Council is credible, accessible and effective

Introduction In the face of the triple planetary environmental crisis, of conflict, genocide and apartheid, of the consolidation of authoritarian ideologies and narratives around the globe, and the erosion of the rule of law and the closing of civic space …

Source: International Service for Human Rights - Label Pending
Published on 15:37 GMT

Morena and Claudia Sheinbaum Have Kept Up Mexico’s Move to the Left

At a time when incumbent parties around the globe are losing to upstart challengers, Mexico’s left-wing Morena party stands out as an exception. Former president Andrés Manuel López Obrador’s mañaneras—daily press conferences that fused governance with …

Source: The Nation - Left-wing
Published on 15:27 GMT

Why I prefer to remain in prison than face trial before Justice Nyako – Nnamdi Kanu

Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the outlawed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has vowed that he will never stand trial again before Justice Binta Nyako of the Federal High Court, Abuja. Mr Kanu, who faces terrorism charges at the Federal High Court in Abuja, …

Source: Premium Times - Neutral
Published on Feb 13, 2025

The Targeted Chaos of Trump’s Attacks Against International Human Rights Law and Justice

New Report Finds Nevada’s Lithium Mine Permit Violates Indigenous Peoples’ Rights WASHINGTON — The U.S. government’s decision to permit Lithium Americas to mine at Thacker Pass in Nevada violated Indigenous people’s rights, Human Rights Watch and the …

Source: American Civil Liberties Union - Uncategorized
Published on 07:29 GMT

Nnamdi Kanu’s abduction by Nigeria is criminal – Nnia Nwodo

Former President-General of apex Igbo socio-cultural organization, Ohanaeze Worldwide, and two-time minister, Chief Nnia Nwodo, has condemned in strongest terms the continued detention of the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Mazi Nnamdi …

Source: The Citizen (Nigeria) - Uncategorized
Published on 02:44 GMT

Malaysia to introduce laws that require full consent of local communities to be secured before new developments

In a draft national action plan on business and human rights published earlier this month, the legal affairs division of the Malaysian prime minister’s department said that it plans to develop a national guideline on free prior and informed consent (FPIC) …

Source: Eco-Business - Neutral
Published on Feb 16, 2025

Trump’s Gaza Plan May Mark the End of the Postwar Order

US president Donald Trump’s proposal to annex the Gaza Strip and transfer its two million Palestinian inhabitants to Egypt and Jordan has provoked a predictable outcry. Virtually all Arab states, led by Saudi Arabia, oppose the idea. Human rights …

Source: Jacobin - Left-wing
Published on Feb 16, 2025

Legal personhood for Taranaki: transformative or tokenistic?

Is humanising a mountain the path to real transformation, or does it signal the need for a cultural paradigm shift in the operating system? Recently, a family member shared their delight at the news of Taranaki Maunga becoming a legal person. Of course, I …

Source: The Spinoff - Left-wing
Published on Feb 16, 2025

Cultural Survival radio program: Amplifying Indigenous voices

UNESCO declared every Feb. 13 as World Radio Day in 2012. SASKATOON—On Thursday, Feb. 13, the 14th annual World Radio Day, Cultural Survival celebrated 10 years of having Indigenous people’s voices heard through the Indigenous Rights Radio program. UNESCO …

Source: SaskToday.ca - Label Pending
Published on Feb 16, 2025

‘The Memory of Butterflies’ Review: A Thorny Unveiling of Colonial Exploitation

At the heart of Tatiana Fuentes Sadowski’s thorny documentary The Memory of Butterflies is an early 20th-century photograph of two Indigenous Peruvians, Omarino and Aredomi, wearing Western clothes and holding each other’s hands for emotional support. As …

Source: Slant Magazine - New York - Neutral
Published on Feb 16, 2025

Woman denied UK asylum 8 times succeeds after joining IPOB

A Nigerian woman who was denied asylum in Britain eight times has finally been granted the right to stay after deliberately joining the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB. Read Also: I don’t want Britain to be like Nigeria where govt destroys lives – …

Source: Nigerian Eye - Neutral
Published on Feb 16, 2025

Exit interview: Retired Moncton senator on partisan slings, MAID debates and what's next

Nancy Hartling, the newly retired senator from New Brunswick, remembers her first day on the job, entering Canada's house of sober second thought back in 2016. "I was terracited," said Hartling, coining a new word, a portmanteau of terrified …

Source: CBC/Radio-Canada - Public Broadcaster
Published on Feb 13, 2025

Philanthropists pulled $8 million from pro-Palestine nonprofits, report finds

Philanthropic funders in the U.S. withdrew at least $8 million over the past 15 months from nonprofit organizations that expressed solidarity with Palestinians during Israel’s genocide in Gaza, according to a new report published by Funding Freedom. The …

Source: Prism - Label Pending
Published on Feb 13, 2025

HRC58: Key issues on the agenda of the March 2025 session

Stay up-to-date: Follow @ISHRglobal and #HRC58 on Twitter and @ishr.ch on BlueSky, and look out for our Human Rights Council Monitor. During the session, follow the live-updated programme of work on Sched. Click on the links below to browse through this …

Source: International Service for Human Rights - Label Pending

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Published on February 17, 2025 - 16:26 GMT

UNITAR Joins the Centre for Sport and Human Rights

17 February 2025, Geneva, Switzerland - The United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) is proud to announce its membership in the Centre for Sport and Human Rights’ (CSHR) Advisory Council. As the dedicated training arm of the United …

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Published on February 17, 2025 - 14:00 GMT

Addison Witt Releases I Stand with the Soul of America and Brings His Artistic Vision to Dallas

Witt examines the pulse of America through the lens of poetry and spoken word in powerful and thought-provoking ways. DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, February 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Acclaimed actor, award-winning acting coach, and now …

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Published on February 17, 2025 - 10:07 GMT

Boycott of Norway Endorsed by Indian Movie Celebrity

The mother portrayed in the movie Mrs. Chatterjee vs Norway has endorsed the petition Boycott Norway - Stop Child Trafficking. NORWAY, February 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The author of the highly acclaimed Amazon book The Journey of a mother …

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Published on February 17, 2025 - 11:01 GMT

Nearly half a million people left without shelter, food or water in DR Congo amid destruction of displacement sites and ...

Oxfam warns of an alarming humanitarian crisis in Eastern DRC as aid groups struggle to respond in the face of funding cuts ripple effects. Over 450,000 people are left without shelter, food or water in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) following …

Distribution channels: Human Rights

Published on February 13, 2025 - 19:30 GMT

GREECE: Council of Europe calls for accountability for human rights violations against people seeking asylum ― Greek ...

The Council of Europe Commissioner for Human Rights has called for accountability for human rights violations committed against people seeking asylum in Greece. The Greek Ombudsman has recommended disciplinary action for eight coastguard officers in …

Distribution channels: Politics
Published on February 17, 2025 - 07:05 GMT

Justice and Constitutional Development on murder of Imam Muhsin Hendricks

The Department of Justice and Constitutional Development acknowledges with great shock the reported “assassination” of Muhsin Hendricks, a South African Islamic scholar who has often been described as the world’s first openly gay Imam. He is reported to …

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Published on February 15, 2025 - 08:13 GMT

ICRC President: Upholding international humanitarian law is crucial to reducing escalating costs of war

“The magnitude of destruction we see in today’s conflict zones is stretching international systems to their breaking point,” said President Spoljaric. “The human cost is immeasurable, and the rebuilding costs astronomical. The threat of economic fallout …

Distribution channels: Human Rights
Published on February 15, 2025 - 08:13 GMT

South Sudan: ICRC Mobile Surgical Team carries out over 300 surgeries on war wounded injured in the Sudan conflict in ...

South Sudanese officials estimate that the number of refugees and returnees in the country has hit the devastating milestone of a million, most of them transiting through Renk, which has struggled to cope with the influx amid poor infrastructure and …

Distribution channels: Human Rights

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Published on February 17, 2025 - 16:00 GMT

Foundation 4Life: Legacy

Founded in 2006 by Bianca Lisonbee (1953-2023), Foundation 4Life is committed to addressing poverty and creating extraordinary opportunities for children. SALT LAKE CITY, UT, UNITED STATES, February 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A review of …

Distribution channels: Companies, Consumer Goods ...
Published on February 17, 2025 - 15:00 GMT

Mayo Clinic Psychiatrist Leads Groundbreaking Holistic Psychiatry Program at Better U

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, February 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Better U, a next-generation mental healthcare company, announced today that Dr. Janette Leal, a Mayo Clinic-trained psychiatrist, has joined the organization to lead its …

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Published on February 17, 2025 - 14:00 GMT

Renowned Physicist Dr. Young Suh Kim Honored By Close Up Radio in the Field of Science

Close Up Radio honors one of our most respected guests, Dr. Young Suh Kim BELTSVILLE, MD, UNITED STATES, February 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Science has brought us many new discoveries. Just as important as these discoveries are the …

Distribution channels: Culture, Society & Lifestyle, Education ...
Published on February 17, 2025 - 13:38 GMT

Make-A-Wish International Network Expands to Tanzania, Transforming Lives of Children with Critical Illnesses

Local Charity Tumaini La Maisha (TLM) to operate Make-A-Wish Tanzania DAR ES SALAAM, TANZANIA, February 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Tumaini La Maisha and Make-A-Wish International celebrated the official launch of Make-A-Wish Tanzania at the …

Distribution channels: Culture, Society & Lifestyle, Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals Industry ...
Published on February 17, 2025 - 13:15 GMT

Martone Collaborates with LGBT Books to Prisoners for a Powerful Giving Campaign

DETROIT, MI, UNITED STATES, February 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Acclaimed dance recording artist and author Martone The Emperor of House Music is proud to announce a new philanthropic collaboration with LGBT Books to Prisoners, an …

Distribution channels: Book Publishing Industry, Culture, Society & Lifestyle ...
Published on February 17, 2025 - 12:45 GMT

Global Empowerment Mission and BStrong Continue To Mobilize Rapid Response to Support Los Angeles Fire Victims

Global Empowerment Mission and Bethenny Frankel's BStrong Continue To Mobilize Rapid Response to Support Los Angeles Fire Victims From Eaton to Palisades LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, February 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Global …

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Published on February 17, 2025 - 06:46 GMT

Society of Women Accountants of Nigeria (SWAN), Ota Chapter, Announces Prestigious Investiture Ceremony on Feb 22, 2025

OTA, OGUN, NIGERIA, February 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Society of Women Accountants of Nigeria (SWAN), Ota Chapter, is delighted to announce its upcoming Investiture Ceremony, scheduled to take place on Saturday, February 22, 2025. This …

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Published on February 17, 2025 - 00:08 GMT

Kasha Launches Operation SHE Africa to Bridge Urgent Medicine Access Gap Following USAID Stop Work Order

Millions at Risk After USAID Stop Work Order – Kasha’s Response CAPE TOWN, WESTERN CAPE, SOUTH AFRICA, February 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In response to the abrupt USAID Stop Work Order, which has disrupted vital health services across …

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Published on February 17, 2025 - 11:01 GMT

Nearly half a million people left without shelter, food or water in DR Congo amid destruction of displacement sites and ...

Oxfam warns of an alarming humanitarian crisis in Eastern DRC as aid groups struggle to respond in the face of funding cuts ripple effects. Over 450,000 people are left without shelter, food or water in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) following …

Distribution channels: Human Rights
Published on February 15, 2025 - 23:06 GMT

Todd "TJ" Stein Announces Campaign Kickoff for District Leader AD 76, Part A, and Appearance on Cheryl Wills' In Focus

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, February 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Todd "TJ" Stein, candidate for District Leader in Assembly District 76, Part A, is excited to announce the official kickoff of his campaign, marking a pivotal moment …

Distribution channels: Book Publishing Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on February 15, 2025 - 18:00 GMT

Vaziri Law Group Shares Critical Insights on Mistakes to Avoid After a Car Accident

Vaziri Law Group highlights common mistakes car accident victims make and offers guidance to protect their rights and secure fair compensation LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, February 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Car accidents often bring …

Distribution channels: Automotive Industry, Education ...
Published on February 15, 2025 - 15:00 GMT

Dr. John Akinyemi to Release New Book 'Sixty-Two Years Later'

"Sixty-Two Years Later" reflects on the author's journey since 1963, urging appreciation for America's opportunities for immigrants seeking their dreams. BALTIMORE, MD, UNITED STATES, February 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dr. …

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Published on February 14, 2025 - 20:28 GMT

NCRI-US Commends U.S. Congress for Resolutions Calling For “Snapback” Sanctions on Iran’s Regime

With the October deadline looming, NCRI-US calls on European leaders to act decisively and reinstate comprehensive sanctions to halt Iran’s nuclear escalation. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, February 14, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The following …

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Published on February 15, 2025 - 08:13 GMT

ICRC President: Upholding international humanitarian law is crucial to reducing escalating costs of war

“The magnitude of destruction we see in today’s conflict zones is stretching international systems to their breaking point,” said President Spoljaric. “The human cost is immeasurable, and the rebuilding costs astronomical. The threat of economic fallout …

Distribution channels: Human Rights
Published on February 15, 2025 - 08:13 GMT

Philippines: Falling in love in… and for the Red Cross

Their eager colleagues were quick to pair them up because Mariegen was newly single from breaking up with her boyfriend. Their colleagues even lent Fons a motorcycle, so he and Mariegen could roam around Dumaguete together. “Alam mo ba Ate Mariegen, dalaga …

Distribution channels: Human Rights
Published on February 15, 2025 - 08:13 GMT

South Sudan: ICRC Mobile Surgical Team carries out over 300 surgeries on war wounded injured in the Sudan conflict in ...

South Sudanese officials estimate that the number of refugees and returnees in the country has hit the devastating milestone of a million, most of them transiting through Renk, which has struggled to cope with the influx amid poor infrastructure and …

Distribution channels: Human Rights
Published on February 14, 2025 - 18:00 GMT

Still Serving Veterans Joins NVBDC MVO Task Force to Expand Career Support for Veterans

DETROIT, MI, UNITED STATES, February 14, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The National Veteran Business Development Council (NVBDC) proudly welcomes Still Serving Veterans (SSV) as the newest member of its Military and Veteran Organization (MVO) Task …

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Published on February 14, 2025 - 17:47 GMT

Global Empowerment Mission Delivers Aid to California Wildfire Survivors with BStrong Cash Cards and Community Support

Empowering Communities Through Relief and Partnerships LOS ANGELES , CA, UNITED STATES, February 14, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Global Empowerment Mission (GEM), a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to disaster relief and long-term …

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Published on February 14, 2025 - 16:11 GMT

NEFT VODKA SUPPORTS THE LGBTQ+ COMMUNITY WITH THE RELEASE OF ITS SIGNATURE CANDLE

Sip, Savor, Support – Introducing NEFT Vodka’s Signature Candle, Combining Elegance with Advocacy LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, February 14, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- NEFT Vodka, known for its ultra-premium, two-ingredient vodka, ignites new …

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Published on February 14, 2025 - 16:00 GMT

Consumer Defense Law Group Saves Homeowner from Trustee Sale by After Loan Servicer Declined Assistance

WHITTIER, CA, UNITED STATES, February 14, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In another significant victory for homeowners facing Trustee Sale Auctions, Consumer Defense Law Group successfully prevented another trustee sale by circumventing a loans …

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