Human Rights Newswire

Vietnam calls for stronger effectiveness of UN Human Rights Council

  Ambassador Mai Phan Dung, Permanent Representative of Vietnam to the United Nations, the World Trade Organisation and other international organisations in Geneva, attends the general debate on the global human rights situation at the opening of the UNHRC …

Human Rights Association calls on Government to publish agreement to accept third-country deportees from the US

The Guyana Human Rights Association (GHRA) has joined the calls for the Government to immediately publish the agreement reached with the United States for Guyana to accept third-country deportees from the US. In a statement, the human-rights organisation …

Sri Lanka Stands Firm on Judicial Reforms Before UN Human Rights Council

Colombo Presents Case in Geneva Sri Lanka has mounted a defence of its ongoing judicial and legal reforms before the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC), reaffirming the government's position that meaningful progress is being made within the …

UN Human Rights Chief wants Myanmar referral to ICC; Kim Aris rallies support for Ambassador Kyaw Moe Tun

UN Human Rights Chief wants Myanmar referral to ICC United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk addressed the U.N. Human Rights Council in Geneva, Switzerland, on Monday, where he presented a devastating assessment of Burma’s compounding …

Why are we weakening our human rights safeguards?

About a year ago, a leading business leader told me a story about another business tycoon and once-powerful adviser to ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. He is now in prison, facing a number of cases ranging from money laundering to crimes against …

Human rights defenders reported a deterioration in Iqbal Abilov's health.

The researcher of Talysh culture, Iqbal Abilov, sentenced to 18 years in prison in Azerbaijan, is experiencing breathing problems and exacerbation of chronic bronchitis due to regular placements in a punishment cell. As reported by "Caucasian Knot…

MV Barima COI lacks Indigenous and Human Rights Experts – says Activist Laura George

Indigenous Rights Activist, Laura George, has criticised the composition of the Presidential Commission established to inquire into the tragic sinking of the MV Barima ferry, arguing that while it includes experts in maritime law, operations and security …

South Korea's first defector-turned-lawyer goes from fighting for survival to fighting for human rights

[NEIGHBORS FROM THE NORTH]  North Korean refugees face unimaginable peril to reach freedom, but their tribulations hardly end with their escape. Cultural differences often limit opportunities to earn a living in South Korea. In this series, the Korea …

Afghan Taliban implementing restrictive policies against minorities, females and children, indicates UN Human Rights ...

Monitoring Desk: The UN Human Rights Council in its recent report has confirmed once again that Afghan Taliban are forcefully implementing restrictive policies with devastating consequences for children, young people, opponents and females. The Report …

EUROPEAN COURT OF HUMAN RIGHTS JUDGMENT OF 8 SEPTEMBER 2026

Abdulaliyev and Ismayilov v. Azerbaijan (applications nos. 64510/17 and 39664/18) The applicants, Shamil Adil oglu Abdulaliyev and Agil Azer oglu Ismayilov, are two Azerbaijani nationals who were born in 1985 and 1995 respectively. When their …

AAPSU Rejects Kuki Human Rights Council’s Complaint Over Bordumsa SIR

ITANAGAR-  The All Arunachal Pradesh Students’ Union (AAPSU) has strongly criticised the Manipur-based Kuki Human Rights Council (KHRC) over its recent representation to the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) and the United Nations concerning the …

Sara Duterte Finally Charged Over ‘Grave Threats’ - Impunity Dissolving Around VP, Says International Human Rights Group

Wednesday, 9 September 2026, 7:41 am Press Release: ICHRP September 08, 2026 “Do not worry about my security because I already spoke to someone. I said, 'If I am killed, kill BBM, Liza Araneta, and Martin Romualdez.' No joke, no joke.” – Nov 23, …

UN Human Rights Council Discusses Human Rights Situation in Afghanistan

The human rights situation in Afghanistan was once again discussed at a meeting of the United Nations Human Rights Council. Representatives of several countries, including Australia, Luxembourg, New Zealand, Germany, Türkiye, Canada, Japan and Malaysia, …

How not to be a human rights lawyer in China

(TibetanReview.net, Sep08’26) – China’s new rules for becoming a lawyer is a cautionary tale on how not to become one especially if one’s main interest is to become a human rights lawyer. The Party-state has made support for the Chinese Communist Party ( …

Türk Brings AI Existential Risk to Human Rights Law; Cites Hack, Drone Deaths as Proof

The head of the United Nations' human rights body told governments Monday that artificial intelligence had already crossed a line that must never be permitted — not in a speech about technology policy, but in a formal address to the Human Rights …

Saar: UN Human Rights Council meeting on Afghanistan reviewed

Geneva Group: Calls for independent human rights monitoring and unrestricted OHCHR access to Western Sahara

Geneva (UN Human Rights Council) 8 September 2026 (SPS) – The Chair of the Geneva Support Group for Western Sahara (GSGWS), Ambassador Geraldo Gonçalves Miguel Saranga, Permanent Representative of the Republic of Mozambique to the UN and International …

Migrant who raped teen after dodging deportation over his ‘human rights’ told her ‘I think you’ve had enough now’

A MIGRANT who raped a teen after avoiding deportation over his “human rights” told her: “I think you’ve had enough now”. Nigerian national Gift Oladele, 24, dragged the terrified 19-year-old into woodland as she walked home from a night out in Wrexham,  …

Syria’s transition hinges on justice for all, UN Human Rights Council hears

Delivering their latest update, the members of the UN Commission of Inquiry on Syria commended the Government and people for significant achievements made since the fall of the Assad regime nearly two years ago, including establishing a legislative body …

EO Producer Eileen Tasca at Venice Forum: Technology Does Not Compensate for Institutions

An arthouse film that grossed over $1 million in the US returned about $30,000 to its producers. In Venice, Tasca called for a sustainable system. VENICE, VENICE, ITALY, September 9, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- At the Venice Production Bridge …

Hiten Bhuta’s IIT Bombay - SOM Journey Continues From Student Learning To Entrepreneurship And Giving Back

Hiten Bhuta’s long-standing IIT Bombay- SOM association through learning, entrepreneurship engagement and 2026 hostel contribution. MUMBAI, MAHARASHTRA, INDIA, September 9, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Hiten Bhuta’s association with the Indian …

TODD J. STEIN HOLDS THE FINAL FIGHT FILM’S FIRST PRIVATE NEW YORK SCREENING AT VILLAGE EAST BY ANGELIKA

True-story short film draws audience at East Village theater, uniting cast and NY officials as a personal story becomes part of a push for guardianship reform. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, September 9, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Final …

Largest U.S. Accessible Travel Study Finds 17% of American Travel Parties Include Travelers with Accessibility Needs

New Insights from Longwoods International Survey of 30,000 Travelers that had someone in their party that required accessibility services SAUSALITO, CA, UNITED STATES, September 9, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The largest study ever conducted on …

Homewatch CareGivers Of Coral Gables Earns A 4.9-Star Google Rating From Miami-Dade Families

CORAL GABLES, FL, UNITED STATES, September 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Homewatch CareGivers of Coral Gables has been awarded a 4.9-star Google rating based on 90 reviews. The rating has been earned through care provided to older adults, people …

St. Jude House Launches “Hope Lives Here” Transitional Housing Campaign

Thieneman Construction Becomes First Founding Partner in Campaign to Help Survivor Families Secure Safe Housing CROWN POINT, IN, UNITED STATES, September 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- St. Jude House, a shelter for domestic violence survivors, …

Houston Attorney Neeloy Azad Joins Discovery Team in Federal Lawsuit Challenging Texas Terrorist Designation of CAIR

HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, September 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Houston civil rights attorney Neeloy Azad has joined the discovery team as a volunteer attorney in CAIR v. Abbott, Case No. 1:25-cv-01878, pending in the U.S. District Court for …

Dr. Okah “Justin” Anyokwu Highlights Mental Health and Recovery During National Recovery Month

Dr. Anyokwu emphasizes individualized care, ongoing support and the important role mental health can play throughout the recovery process. ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, September 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ATLANTA, GA — September 8, 2026 — In …

New Study Finds Nearly Fourfold Gap in Maternal Mortality Rates Across U.S. States

Tennessee recorded the highest maternal mortality rate among 39 states with published data, nearly four times California’s rate. PHILADELPHIA, PA, UNITED STATES, September 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new nationwide study published by Harden …

AntiNCII.org Launches Privacy Service for Victims of Image-Based Abuse

The independent project provides a confidential way for adults to create cases involving NCII while keeping original files on their own devices. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, September 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- AntiNCII.org has launched as an …

HOPE, UNFAILING: POPE FRANCIS’S LAST BOOK, TO BE PUBLISHED IN ENGLISH IN FALL, 2026

Pope Francis' final thoughts - available in English for the first time this Fall 2026 GREENWICH, CT, UNITED STATES, September 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Hope, Unfailing, the final book written by Pope Francis will be published in English …

The Black Fairy Godmother Foundation Marks Domestic Violence Awareness Month With Its 11th Annual Purple Diamond Awards

Author and activist Shannon Watts delivers the keynote. Hosted by PIX11's Vanessa Freeman with a live performance by Grammy-nominated singer Shanice BLOOMFIELD, NJ, UNITED STATES, September 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- October is Domestic …

Devon Spier Receives International Recognition Through the NYC Big Book Award®!

KITCHENER, ONTARIO, CANADA, September 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The NYC Big Book Award recognized Heart Map and the Song of Our Ancestors by Devon Spier in the category of Judaism as a Distinguished Favorite. The competition is judged by …

Chris Maddocks Joins Avalon as Senior Vice President of Digital

Senior nonprofit and agency executive brings broad experience across fundraising, marketing, and digital strategy to lead Avalon Digital. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, September 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Avalon Consulting Group today …

Lâm Minh Chánh Named 2026 International Financial Education Instructor of the Year by the NFEC

DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, September 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The National Financial Educators Council (NFEC) has named Lâm Minh Chánh the 2026 International Financial Education Instructor of the Year. The recognition is awarded to educators …

Seven RNA leaders launch the European RNA Alliance

The new alliance provides researchers, biotech and pharma with a gateway to complementary European RNA technologies and scientific expertise. VIENNA, AUSTRIA, September 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A group of independent European RNA companies …

Damien Cain Wins 2026 InterContinental Music Award for 'Standarte'

The Ireland-based artist wins for a bilingual anti-war song exploring violence, belief, obedience and the human urge to follow. MOUNTMELLICK, LAOIS, IRELAND, September 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Ireland-based alternative rock and metal artist …

South Sudan: A Lifeline Under Pressure

Since 2014, the ICRC has evacuated more than 5,000 patients from across South Sudan for life-saving surgery, often aided by South Sudan Red Cross volunteers drawn from the communities they serve. The system that supports them — the aircraft, the medics …

ICRC president: Urgent steps needed to de-escalate hostilities in Middle East

Humanitarian action is critical to responding to the consequences of conflict, but it can never replace respect for international humanitarian law and political commitment to de-escalate. If the fighting continues, we fear it will lead to more deaths and …

New Self-Help book, The Human Language by Penny Newton-Hurley

Develop psychological safety & improve relationships. Launching The MECAnism, a practical framework DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, September 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- About the Book Non-Fiction, Self-Help, Business, Parenting, Mind/ …