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Reflecting on Human Rights Day

By Miles Young, Director of the Human Rights and Social Development Division at the Pacific Community (SPC) Last Wednesday, 10 December 2025, marked Human Rights Day across the globe, commemorating the adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights …

Source: Pacific Community (SPC) - Center-left
Published on Dec 10, 2025

Ames City Council Appears Set To Adopt Gender Identity Protection Ordinance

(Ames, IA) -- The Ames City Council appears set to adopt an ordinance granting civil rights protections based on gender status. Several members of the community spoke in favor of the ordinance at last night’s city council meeting. “I think the idea of …

Source: NEWSRADIO 1040 WHO - Iowa - Pending
Published on 11:57 GMT

Religious discrimination or a poorly-worded plot?

Naomi Girson | opinions editor The University of Oklahoma is all over the news right now after Samantha Fulnecky was given a zero on her reaction paper to a study on how popularity is related to gender typicality in adolescence. She is accusing the school …

Source: Duquesne Duke - Pending
Published on 03:20 GMT

Call for action to prevent discrimination

THE Pacific Sexual and Gender Diversity Network (PSGDN) yesterday issued a strong call for action as part of World Human Rights Day. “Human rights are universal, including the rights of LGBTQI+ people,” said PSGDN Interim CEO Loata Tucika. She said …

Source: The Fiji Times - Neutral
Published on 02:29 GMT

Justice Department sues Virginia school board for religious discrimination in bathroom policy

The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) filed legal action Dec. 8 against the Loudoun County School Board in Virginia, accusing the district of violating the constitutional rights of two Christian high school male students who were suspended after objecting …

Source: CatholicVote - Wisconsin - Right-wing
Published on Dec 10, 2025

Ames residents advocate for local gender identity protections

Dec. 10, 2025, 9:49 a.m. CT The Ames City Council is considering adding gender identity protections to its city code. This follows the removal of gender identity from the Iowa Civil Rights Act by a state law. City staff were directed to draft the ordinance …

Source: The Ames Tribune - Iowa - Pending
Published on Dec 10, 2025

Human Rights Day reminds Iowa we can choose a more inclusive future

Dec. 10, 2025, 9:20 a.m. CT This essay is signed by numerous Iowa civil and human rights commissioners, listed at the end of the essay. Today, Dec. 10, is Human Rights Day, a global reminder that dignity, equality, and freedom from discrimination are not …

Source: Des Moines Register - Iowa - Pending
Published on Dec 10, 2025

Ames City Council considers ordinance to protect gender identity

GO OUT BY FEBRUARY 28TH. THE CITY OF AMES IS DISCUSSING WAYS TO ENSURE GENDER IDENTITY PROTECTIONS WITHIN THE CITY. THE CITY COUNCIL DISCUSSED AN ORDINANCE TONIGHT THAT WOULD ESTABLISH GENDER IDENTITY AS A PROTECTED CLASS. EARLIER THIS YEAR, THE STATE …

Source: KCCI 8 - Iowa - Neutral
Published on Dec 10, 2025

Can Endocrine-Disrupting Chemicals Affect Gender Identity?

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. was running for the Democratic party’s presidential nomination when he sat for an interview with Jordan B. Peterson, a controversial Canadian psychologist, during his eponymous podcast. About an hour into the conversation, which …

Source: Undark Magazine - Neutral
Published on Dec 10, 2025

City Council discusses civil rights protection for gender identity

The Ames City Council discussed modifying Municipal Code Chapter 14 to include gender identity as a protected class at their meeting Tuesday night. At the Nov. 18 joint Ames City Council and Human Relations Commission meeting, State Sen. Herman Quirmbach …

Source: Iowa State Daily - Neutral
Published on Dec 9, 2025

Fiji and Pacific leaders urged to protect rights of all on Human Rights Day

As Fiji joins the rest of the region in marking International Human Rights Day today, the Pacific Sexual and Gender Diversity Network (PSGDN) is calling for stronger protection of dignity, safety and equality for all people — including those of diverse …

Source: The Fiji Times - Neutral
Published on Dec 10, 2025

New report highlights urgent need to address HIV stigma and discrimination

South Africa has come a long way in the fight against HIV, boasting the world’s largest antiretroviral therapy (ART) programme. While the proportion of people living with HIV experiencing discrimination has decreased, stigma remains a major challenge for …

Source: Health-E News - Neutral
Published on Dec 10, 2025

Arlington council votes 5-4 against reinstating protections in anti-discrimination ordinance

Arlington City Council voted 5-4 against reinstating its anti-discrimination ordinance following months of delays and debate over the inclusion of LGBTQ protections. The vote included a proposed clause that would suspend any section of the rules in …

Source: KERA - Texas - Public Broadcaster
Published on Dec 10, 2025

HIV Stigma Index 2.0: a pivotal report on discrimination faced by people living with HIV in South Africa

Weekend Argus Reporter|Published 6 minutes ago 3min Today marks a significant step forward in the fight against HIV-related stigma as the National Association of People Living with HIV and AIDS (NAPWA) launched the HIV Stigma Index 2.0 report. This …

Source: Weekend Argus - Indeterminate
Published on Dec 10, 2025

How ‘routine’ strip searches traumatize people in U.S. prisons

Real journalists wrote and edited this (not AI)—independent, community-driven journalism survives because you back it. Donate to sustain Prism’s mission and the humans behind it. Editor’s note: This story contains graphic descriptions of strip searches. …

Source: Prism - Pending
Published on Dec 10, 2025

Trump admin sues school for religious discrimination for punishing Christians who harassed trans kid

The latest legal maneuver in a months-long dispute invoking competing definitions of Title IX, the federal civil rights law prohibiting sex-based discrimination, saw the Department of Justice file suit against Virginia’s Loudoun County School Board, …

Source: LGBTQ Nation - California - Left-wing
Published on Dec 10, 2025

University Of Oklahoma Fires Two Instructors After Christian Student Discrimination And Protest Viewpoint Bias

The University of Oklahoma has removed two instructors from their classrooms in what has become a cascading scandal involving religious discrimination, viewpoint bias, and campus protest double standards that conservative advocates say exemplifies the …

Source: Latin Post - Indeterminate
Published on Dec 9, 2025

Arlington City Council votes down LGBTQ+ anti-discrimination ordinance

After months of delays and debate on the city of Arlington's anti-discrimination ordinance, on Tuesday, council members voted 5-4 not to reinstate the ordinance. "The motion fails. The anti-discrimination ordinance will remain suspended until …

Source: CBS Dallas - Texas - Neutral
Published on Dec 9, 2025

Appeals judges review whether state Medicaid policies discriminate against transgender people

Appeals judges on the circuit that covers West Virginia heard arguments today about whether West Virginia has violated constitutionally guaranteed equal protections by declining to cover surgical treatments for gender dysphoria. The federal appeals case …

Source: MetroNews - West Virginia - Neutral

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Published on December 11, 2025 - 10:39 GMT

ALLATRA Joins Pastor Mark Burns in South Korea to Advance Spiritual Diplomacy, Human Rights and Religious Freedom

SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA, December 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- At the personal invitation of Pastor Mark Burns, spiritual advisor to President Donald J. Trump, the ALLATRA delegation, represented by its president, Maryna Ovtsynova (USA), and …

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Published on December 11, 2025 - 06:22 GMT

Erdogan says Gaza genocide undermines human rights

(MENAFN) Türkiye’s president has condemned the ongoing violence in Gaza, where over 70,000 people have reportedly died, calling it evidence that the values enshrined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights have been “severely undermined,” according to …

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Published on December 10, 2025 - 21:06 GMT

Landmarks Illuminated to Honor International Human Rights Day

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that landmarks across the state will be lit blue today, December 10, in recognition of International Human Rights Day, which is observed annually to commemorate the adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights …

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Published on December 10, 2025 - 15:59 GMT

President Lai attends 2025 Asia Democracy and Human Rights Award ceremony

TAIWAN, December 10 - Details 2025-02-28 President Lai attends ceremony marking 78th anniversary of 228 Incident On the morning of February 28, President Lai Ching-te attended the nation’s main memorial ceremony marking the 78th anniversary of the 228 …

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Published on December 10, 2025 - 13:41 GMT

Human Rights Day 2025: 111 journalists killed this year, say IFJ

On Human Rights Day, the NUJ has joined the International Federation of Journalists (IFJ) in urging governments to end clear violations of international law after 111 journalists were killed this year. The IFJ’s annual Killed List records another lethal …

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Published on December 10, 2025 - 09:56 GMT

Minister Fajon on International human rights day: Accountability for violations is essential

SLOVENIA, December 9 - She added that Slovenia advocates the independence of international mechanisms for monitoring the implementation of human rights and emphasises the need for accountability for human rights violations. Slovenian foreign policy …

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Published on December 10, 2025 - 11:27 GMT

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Published on December 11, 2025 - 06:25 GMT

Online Violence Against Women in Public Roles Rises

(MENAFN) Online harassment targeting women in public life has escalated dramatically, with seven out of ten female human rights defenders, activists, and journalists reporting that they have been subjected to digital abuse, according to a recent UN Women …

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Published on December 11, 2025 - 10:39 GMT

ALLATRA Joins Pastor Mark Burns in South Korea to Advance Spiritual Diplomacy, Human Rights and Religious Freedom

SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA, December 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- At the personal invitation of Pastor Mark Burns, spiritual advisor to President Donald J. Trump, the ALLATRA delegation, represented by its president, Maryna Ovtsynova (USA), and …

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Published on December 10, 2025 - 23:29 GMT

PFLAG Danville-San Ramon Valley Celebrates 30 Years of 'Leading with Love'

The PFLAG Chapter that supported the family from "Prayers for Bobby" turns 30! LGBTQ+ inclusion and support earned them the coveted MLK Day Award this year. SAN RAMON VALLEY (SAN RAMON, DANVILLE, ALAMO), CALIFORNIA, CA, UNITED STATES, December …

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Published on December 10, 2025 - 22:25 GMT

Barilla Consulting is proud to support the National Breast Cancer Foundation HOPE Kit - Angel Tree

Barilla Consulting is excited to support the National Breast Cancer Foundation HOPE Kit - Angel Tree donation. FRISCO, TX, UNITED STATES, December 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Barilla Consulting is proud to support the National Breast Cancer …

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Published on December 10, 2025 - 19:55 GMT

Best Option Restoration Supports Make-A-Wish Colorado Holiday Wish Store at Children’s Hospital Colorado

Best Option Restoration Supporting Make-A-Wish Colorado’s Holiday Wish Store to bring joy and normalcy to children and families during the holidays DENVER, CO, UNITED STATES, December 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Best Option Restoration …

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Published on December 10, 2025 - 19:38 GMT

A Graceful Way In-Home Care Celebrates 12 Years of Supporting Los Angeles Families with Compassionate Care

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, December 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A Graceful Way In-Home Care Celebrates 12 Years of Supporting Los Angeles Families with Compassionate Care A Graceful Way In-Home Care, your most trusted home health care …

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Published on December 10, 2025 - 19:20 GMT

Tamil Diaspora Calls for Safe Relocation of Upcountry Tamils (Malaiyaha Tamils) to the North–East Homeland

Calling for safer living and long-term growth, the Tamil Diaspora backs relocation of Upcountry (Malaiyaha) Tamils to the North–East with comprehensive support. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, December 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The global …

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Published on December 10, 2025 - 16:00 GMT

TeachAAPI’s 2025 Palate for Learning Gala Mobilizes Community to Bring AAPI Stories to 1 Million Students by 2028

Fourth annual event raises to scale AAPI curriculum nationwide and honor leaders advancing representation and belonging LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, December 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- TeachAAPI, the non-profit organization dedicated to …

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Published on December 10, 2025 - 15:00 GMT

'Chanukah Telethon Returns Dec. 14 to Support Life-Saving Humanitarian Work in Nassau County'

“Long Island Unites: Chabad’s Chanukah Telethon to Raise Funds for Essential Humanitarian Services” MINEOLA, NY, UNITED STATES, December 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Chabad of Mineola Announces 2025 Chanukah Telethon: A Celebration of Light, …

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Published on December 10, 2025 - 14:15 GMT

The Terance Madden Foundation Highlights Annual Chocolate Gala Scholarship Fundraiser

The Terance Madden Foundation’s Chocolate Gala blends elegance, chocolate, and community to raise scholarships for Georgia students. ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, December 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Each year, the Terance Madden Foundation, …

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Published on December 10, 2025 - 14:01 GMT

Premio Internacional Fractales del Cambio Anuncia su Tercera Entrega en Chile

El Premio Internacional Fractales del Cambio celebra su tercera edición en Santiago, Chile, en marzo de 2026. SANTIAGO DE CHILE, CHILE, December 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- El Premio Internacional Fractales del Cambio celebrará su tercera edición en …

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Published on December 10, 2025 - 14:00 GMT

DC Mayor Rep commends AMMWEC at Holiday, interfaith party

WASHINGTON DC, DC, UNITED STATES, December 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The American Muslim and Multi-faith Women’s Empowerment Council (AMMWEC) was hailed for its leadership in uniting diverse faith communities during the its annual Hanukkah & …

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Published on December 10, 2025 - 14:00 GMT

Strategies for Youth Announces New Executive Director, Vision for Juvenile Justice

The national nonprofit dedicated to improving police-youth interactions announced veteran juvenile prosecutor Anthony V. Pierro as its next executive director. CAMBRIDGE, MA, UNITED STATES, December 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Strategies for …

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Published on December 10, 2025 - 13:00 GMT

Rabbi Hector Epelbaum Marks Historic 60th Anniversary of Nostra Aetate with Visit to the Vatican

B’nai Torah Congregation Leader Participates in Global Interfaith Gathering and Presents Artwork to Pope Leo XIV BOCA RATON, FL, UNITED STATES, December 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Rabbi Hector Epelbaum of B’nai Torah Congregation, the largest …

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Published on December 10, 2025 - 11:53 GMT

CEU Announces Finalists for the 35th Anniversary Public Art Commission

Three international artists/teams were selected to develop proposals for a new landmark artwork at CEU’s Vienna Campus. VIENNA, AUSTRIA, December 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Central European University (CEU) is pleased to announce the …

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Published on December 10, 2025 - 20:33 GMT

Cambodia-Thailand: ICRC calls for restraint and protection of civilians amid latest border clashes

The ICRC urgently calls for restraint and de-escalation. All parties must uphold their obligations under international humanitarian law, which are intended to limit harm to the population, especially loss of civilian life and damage to civilian objects …

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Published on December 10, 2025 - 20:33 GMT

Tackling stigma, the silent aftermath faced by survivors of sexual violence in conflict-affected communities

Sexual violence is any act of a sexual nature committed against the person by force, threat of force or coercion. It has a lot of varying impacts or consequences on both the victim/survivor, the family and society at large. These consequences can be …

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Published on December 10, 2025 - 20:33 GMT

Putting Humanity First: Symposium Explores Responsible Use of Technology in Humanitarian Action

The four roundtables addressed critical dimensions of technology in humanitarian action. The first focused on responsible AI, examining governance models, ethical frameworks, and opportunities for cross-sector collaboration to maximize benefits while …

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Published on December 10, 2025 - 06:45 GMT

Budget 2025: Divorce-Online Releases Analysis on Child Benefit Changes and Impact on Separating Families

A major change in the Budget could help some families finally afford to separate, according to one of the UK’s biggest online divorce providers. SWINDON, WILTSHIRE, UNITED KINGDOM, December 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Divorce-Online, a leading UK …

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Published on December 10, 2025 - 05:25 GMT

Seattle Takes Center Stage as UASA Showcases Adaptive Soccer Ahead of World Cup 2026

Ahead of the tournament, UASA is accelerating the advancement of disability soccer through training, referee development, and cross-pathway collaboration. SEATTLE, WA, UNITED STATES, December 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Seattle will host one …

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Published on December 10, 2025 - 00:45 GMT

Eastside Counseling Center Expands Child & Family Counseling Services in Bellevue

ECC expands child, teen, and family counseling services to support communication, emotional development, and life transitions in Bellevue. BELLEVUE, WA, UNITED STATES, December 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Eastside Counseling Center has …

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