Human Rights Newswire

EU urged to put human rights centre stage at first central Asia summit

The EU is being urged to put human rights centre stage as it begins its first summit with the leaders of central Asia. The president of the European Council, António Costa, and the head of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, are meeting the …

CDD-Ghana engages religious leaders on human rights protection dialogue

By Emelia B. Addae Koforidua, April 04, GNA – The Ghana Center for Democratic Development (CDD-Ghana) has organised a two-day workshop at Koforidua in the Eastern Region, aimed at fostering social dialogue on human rights protection for sexual minorities. …

Scotland’s human rights watchdog accused of failing women over prison trans policy

However, the SHRC itself has also faced criticism over its role in helping draft the policy and its refusal to withdraw a 2022 submission to the SPS consultation, despite its latest position paper on sex and gender clearly contradicting that earlier stance …

MEPs adopt Human Rights report

Strasbourg 02.04.2025 Today the European ²Parliament adopted its 2024 annual report on human rights and democracy in the world, warning against the deteriorating global human rights situation. (Image above: illustration). Denouncing the rise of …

Scottish Prison Service trans policy where men can be placed in women-only jails could breach human rights law

The Scottish Prison Service (SPS) could be breaching human rights laws by allowing biological men to be placed in women-only jails. The public body introduced controversial new guidance in 2023 which states that trans prisoners can be put in the estate …

UN Human Rights Council adopts resolution on North Korea for 10th straight year

The U.N. Human Rights Council (UNHCR) has unanimously adopted a resolution on North Korean human rights for the tenth consecutive year, raising particular concern over the deployment of North Korean troops to aid Russia’s war against Ukraine.  The …

Filmmaker, attorney to speak at human rights lunch, with free workshop

SOUTH BEND — Joshua V. Barr, a human rights attorney, leader and maker of an Emmy-award-winning documentary film, will give the keynote speech at the 34th annual Human Rights Awareness and Award Luncheon on April 22.  Tickets are on sale for the luncheon, …

Iran raps UN human rights resolution, warns about Israel’s crimes against humanity

Iran's Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the United Nations in Geneva, Ali Bahraini, denounced the adoption of an anti-Iranian resolution at the UN Human Rights Council, calling it a discriminatory move that undermines the credibility of the …

UN experts identify 54 officials responsible for Nicaragua grave human rights violations

The UN Group of Human Rights Experts on Nicaragua released a landmark report on Wednesday naming 54 Nicaraguan officials allegedly responsible for grave human rights violations. The violations occurred as part of a systematic campaign of repression …

S. Korea welcomes adoption of U.N. resolution against N. Korea's human rights violations

SEOUL, April 4 (Yonhap) -- South Korea on Friday welcomed the recent adoption of a U.N. resolution condemning human rights violations in North Korea and urged the regime to immediately release South Koreans held in the country. During its 58th session on …

Spokesman Raps UK, Germany’s Political Abuse of Human Rights against Iran

TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The Iranian Foreign Ministry’s spokesperson condemned Germany and Britain’s move to initiate a draft resolution against Iran at the UN Human Rights Council, denouncing their abuse of the human rights mechanisms for exerting political …

Tanzania parades its human rights policies globally

BERLIN: Tanzania has invited other nations to learn how the country formulates inclusive policies and accessible infrastructure for people with disabilities. The call was made by the Deputy Minister in the Prime Minister’s Office (Policy, Parliament, and …

CSNL trashes human rights allegation against Jeety

Human Rights advocacy group, Civil Society Network of Liberia (CSNL) has urged Liberian to desist from politicizing issues that threaten security and investments in the country, while describing the allegation against Indian businessman as fake propaganda …

Gombe CBOs get funding for peace, human rights campaign

No less than N20 million has been distributed to Community-Based Organisations through Bread for the World and European Union co-funded project implemented by the TEKAN Peace Desk in Gombe State. Arewa PUNCH reports that this initiative is under the aegis …

The Republic of Congo’s reliance on fossil fuels: a threat to climate, biodiversity and human rights.

Kinshasa, April 3, 2025 – At a time when the planet is facing an unprecedented climate emergency, the Republic of Congo has announced a drastic increase in its oil production. At the Energy and Investment Forum (CEIF), held in Kintélé on March 25 and 26, …

Indian-origin politician from Germany addresses UN human rights council

April 16: Special Presentation: Children of the Holocaustwith Holocaust and Human Rights educator David Reeser

April 16 | 6 pm | San Juan Island Library | Friday Harbor (Friday Harbor, WA) –April 4, 2025 – The San Juan Island Library will host a special history presentation by Holocaust and Human Rights historian and educator David Reeser as he delves into the …

UN human rights chief warns of rising atrocity risks in occupied Palestinian territories

The UN human rights chief warned on Thursday of a “high and increasing risk” of atrocities in the occupied Palestinian territories, urging Geneva Conventions signatories to act against breaches of international humanitarian law. Volker Turk, the UN High …

Human Rights Council renews investigation on Nicaragua as it turns back on UN

Member States of the UN Human Rights Council approved a second two-year renewal of the investigative and accountability mandate of the Group of Human Rights Experts on Nicaragua (GHREN), with overwhelming support – 29 votes in favour, 4 against, and 14 …

After Kharkiv Close Call, American Aid Workers Promise Return to Help Ukrainian Children

The close call marked a dramatic moment for the 12th humanitarian convoy led by the New Hampshire-based nonprofit Common Man for Ukraine. BOSTON, MA, UNITED STATES, April 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Roughly 10 minutes after a group of American …

Ethiopia: Raising awareness about weapon contamination among schoolchildren in Oromia

A young student, Girma (name changed) shared how he and his peers had been playing with bullets, unaware of the risk: “When we find bullets, we use them as whistles. We put them in our mouths and try to make sounds with them”. After the session, he would …

Afghanistan: Communities still endangered by mines and unexploded ordnance

With the ICRC’s support, ARCS volunteers successfully made 243,000 people—149,000 children, 46,000 men, and 48,000 women – aware of the risks associated with explosive hazards last year in five UXO-contaminated regions. Additionally, 301 community leaders …

International Mine Awareness Day: Addressing the threat of explosive ordnance in Syria

Since December 8, 2024, Syria has witnessed a tragic rise in casualties from explosive ordnance. Between then and March 25 this year, 748 casualties have been reported— 500 of them since January 1 alone. This, compared to 912 casualties reported for all of …

Humanitarian Report 2025: the situation in Colombia reached its most critical point in eight years in 2024.

“The suffering of these communities is not an unavoidable consequence of armed conflict. It is the direct result of the lack of respect for humanitarian norms designed to protect those not taking part in the fighting,” said Patrick Hamilton, head of the …

With too many wars raging and tensions rising, we must uphold international humanitarian law and the vision of a mine-...

Recent announcements by several states in northern and central Europe on their decision to withdraw from the Anti-personnel Mine Ban Convention mark a dangerous setback for the protection of civilians in armed conflict. Citing a deteriorating security …

Frequently asked questions on the Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Convention or ‘Ottawa Treaty’

Misconception 1: The APMBC weakens national security and military effectiveness. Reality: The Anti-personnel Mine Ban Convention (AMPBC) does not prevent countries from using other defensive measures, including modern alternatives such as surveillance …

The constant danger of explosive hazards

  The cases were spread across 14 departments of the country, with the Pacific region the most affected: the departments of Cauca, Valle del Cauca and Nariño accounted for 65 per cent of the injured and deceased. This rise has been driven by the increased …

Myanmar: ICRC calls for courageous decisions to bring respite to suffering communities

“The devastating earthquake and the massive needs it generated must push the parties to agree on a path forward to bring critical respite to communities severely weakened by long years of conflict and violence,” Regis Savioz, regional director for Asia and …

NEXT Life Sciences Announces Successful Plan A™ Delivery Device Clinical Trial in Australia

Results Demonstrate the Effectiveness of a Revolutionary Male Contraceptive Delivery System LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, April 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- NEXT Life Sciences, the modern reproductive healthcare company pioneering Plan A™, a …

Tech to the Rescue: Saving Lives, One Phone Line at a Time

US Mobile partnership with the 911 Cell Phone Bank provides connectivity to victims and survivors of domestic violence and human trafficking NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, April 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In moments of crisis, having a working phone …

Residents at Colonial Heights Rehabilitation and Nursing Center Adopt Fluffy Friends in Heart-Warming Pet Adoption Day

Residents at Colonial Heights Rehabilitation and Nursing Center Adopt Fluffy Friends in Heart-Warming Pet Adoption Day MARLTON, NJ, UNITED STATES, April 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Residents at Colonial Heights Rehabilitation and Nursing …

COLORI Pilot Program Brings Learning and Joy to Hundreds of Children in Massachusetts Shelters

Amal Alliance Celebrates Success of Innovative Mobile Education Pilot Across the Commonwealth BOSTON, MA, UNITED STATES, April 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Over the past year, the COLORI mobile learning initiative from Amal Alliance, in …

DC BLACK PRIDE 2025 TO KICK OFF WITH STAR-STUDDED OPENING RECEPTION FEATURING MUSICAL SENSATION INIKO

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The highly anticipated DC Black Pride 2025 will officially launch with a spectacular Opening Reception on Friday, May 23, 2025, at 5:00 PM at the Capital Hilton. This marquee …

Vanessa Garcia, Award-Winning Author of 'What the Bread Says,' Now Releases Spanish Edition of Her Children's Book

What the Bread Says honors Vanessa Garcia's grandfather, Papan, and his journey of survival and resilience through three authoritarian regimes. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, April 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Vanessa Garcia, the award- …

Mustaches for Kids Twin Cities Launches 2025 Campaign to Support Local Students

Clean-shaven volunteers across the Twin Cities begin growing mustaches April 8 to raise funds for Breakthrough Twin Cities. MINNEAPOLIS-ST. PAUL, MN, UNITED STATES, April 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Mustaches for Kids Twin Cities (M4KTC) kicks …

New Day Foundation Opens Early Bird Pricing for Golf, 5K Run/Walk and Celebrity Lip Sync Battle

Supporters will enjoy discounts on a golf tournament, 5K run/walk and Celebrity Lip Sync Battle - all to benefit Michigan families facing cancer. ROCHESTER HILLS, MI, UNITED STATES, April 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- New Day Foundation for …

YWCA Greater Los Angeles Launches Inaugural YHER Event to Honor and Inspire Women Across Los Angeles

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, April 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- YWCA Greater Los Angeles Launches Inaugural YHER Event to Honor and Inspire Women Across Los Angeles YWCA Greater Los Angeles is proud to announce the inaugural YHER (YWCA …

National Trans Visibility March Announces Strategic Pivot and Strategy Directors Ahead of NTVM in Washington, D.C.

Impactful. Revolutionary. Collective. The 2025 National Trans Visibility March WASHINGTON, DC, DC, UNITED STATES, April 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The National Trans Visibility March (NTVM) is proud to announce its newly appointed Board of …

WorkingNation and WPVI-TV Present Breaking Barriers: Justice and Work, the latest in the Emmy Award winning series

PHILADELPHIA, PA, UNITED STATES, April 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Breaking Barriers: Justice and Work, airing Saturday, April 5, 2025, at 7 PM ET, exposes the obstacles preventing Americans who have been justice-impacted from finding meaningful …