Veteran governance and environmental rights advocate, Iniruo Wills, has urged presidential and governorship candidates for the 2027 general elections to present clear plans for addressing environmental issues in the Niger Delta.

A recent action by the Trump Department of Justice has been praised by a lawmaker as the 'greatest restoration' of gun rights in a century. This move is seen as a significant advancement for gun rights advocates.

As Europe experiences another summer of extreme heat, prison officials, inmates, and rights advocates are expressing concerns that soaring temperatures are exacerbating conditions in overcrowded and aging correctional facilities.

Civil society groups and rights advocates are calling on the Philippine Senate to defer pending anti-disinformation bills, arguing that their language mirrors the Anti-Terrorism Act and could grant the government weaponizable powers.

Police in Vilnius have launched an investigation into the alleged rape of a minor by a 14-year-old boy in the city center, prompting a reaction from child rights advocates.

A coalition of clergy, Indigenous Peoples, Moro leaders, and human rights advocates will gather at the University of the Philippines Diliman to demand the reversal of the 'Talaingod 13' conviction on its second anniversary.

Women's rights advocates and sexual assault survivors in Hong Kong are urging authorities to close a legal loophole that allows defendants to claim an honest but mistaken belief in consent, warning it could undermine proposed reforms to sex crime laws.

Georgian prosecutors have charged a suspect over the murder of Azerbaijani woman Fatima Karimova in Tbilisi under “aggravating circumstances.” The charges follow alarms raised by women’s rights advocates over a possible “honor crime.”

Children's rights advocates are critical of age limits on social media and prefer collaboration with tech companies for online safety, but an investigation reveals critical comments were deleted, raising questions about independence.

Human rights organizations, the UN human rights commissioner, and Taiwan have criticized China's new 'ethnic unity' law, fearing it will suppress minorities despite Beijing's claims of fostering national identity.

Following two serious incidents involving young children, child rights advocates have issued a warning about the increased risks posed by open windows and balcony doors during hot weather, emphasizing the dangers of children's curiosity.

Environmentalists and immigrant-rights advocates are demanding an inquiry into the damage caused by Florida's recently closed 'Alligator Alcatraz' migrant detention center in the Everglades.

The Human Rights Office in Reykjavík has been disbanded, accompanied by layoffs at the mayor's office. This decision has raised concerns among human rights advocates.

Thousands of Turkish expatriates, purge victims, and human rights advocates rallied in Strasbourg, urging European bodies to take concrete action against Turkey's refusal to implement European Court of Human Rights rulings.

An association advocating for children's rights in court is challenging a new Irish government regime, arguing that the scheme compromises the independence of guardians ad litem.

A Turkish court has, in a retrial, sentenced Ayşe Gökkan, a former mayor and prominent Kurdish women’s rights advocate, to more than 19 years in prison on terrorism-related charges.

Human rights advocates accuse Ottawa of 'turning its back' on holding companies accountable for rights violations by shutting down an office tasked with investigating reports of forced labor and environmental degradation by Canadian firms abroad.

A child rights advocate has called on the Ghana Education Service (GES) to implement stronger preventive mechanisms and safe school policies. This is intended to complement disciplinary measures against errant teachers, ensuring student protection and promoting safe learning environments.

Nick Adams, an ultraconservative men's rights advocate and staunch supporter of the American president, has been appointed to a mission to bring tourists back to the US, as international travel numbers have fallen.

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella and digital rights advocate Cindy Cohn appeared on stage at the 'Hard Fork' live show, accompanied by robot dogs.

Lyazzat Kaltayeva, a disability rights advocate from Kazakhstan, was elected to the United Nations Committee on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, marking the first time a Central Asian country has secured a seat.

The Federal Reserve is facing pressure from various groups, including artists, gun rights advocates, and LGBTQ+ allies, who are protesting its 'debanking' policies.

Rights advocates in Tunisia have publicly denounced efforts to attribute responsibility to Morocco for the recent surge in migrants.

Rights advocates and researchers are raising concerns about growing political indoctrination and criminal prosecution targeting children in Russia.

Rights advocates report that at least six Russian political prisoners have died in custody this year, raising concerns about their treatment.

Malaysian police arrested 51 men in a drug raid at a Kuala Lumpur hotel, but their description of the event as a 'gay party' and 'immoral activities' has drawn criticism from lawyers and rights advocates for potentially prejudicing suspects.

A radio anchor based in Bacolod, Philippines, is facing criticism from media security groups and women's rights advocates for making rape jokes targeting a female reporter.

A court in Cebu City, Philippines, has dismissed terrorism financing charges against Dumaguete-based environmental and women’s rights advocate Nancy Estolloso and 26 other activists in Central Visayas.

The brother of a prominent Kurdish human rights lawyer has been sentenced to a decade in prison in Iran, sparking concerns among human rights advocates.

Voting rights advocates in the US are preparing to challenge newly gerrymandered congressional maps, which they argue dilute Black political power and resemble 'Jim Crow' era tactics.

A fact-check report confirms that a photo depicting 'Toboso 19' holding flags of communist and red-tagged groups is 99% likely to be AI-generated, with human rights advocates calling it an attempt at 'red-tagging'.

A recent decision by the Supreme Court has been lauded as a significant victory for voting rights advocates, though specific details of the ruling are still being analyzed.

Ukraine's intelligence service has reportedly imprisoned thousands of innocent Ukrainians using methods similar to Russia's FSB, according to an investigation. These individuals were convicted for continuing their work during the Russian occupation, a comparison human rights advocates find inappropriate.

Georgia's pro-government Imedi TV has accused human rights advocate Igor Blaževič of being linked to a 'revolutionary scenario' for the Georgian opposition.

Mario Ríos Montt, who led the Catholic Church’s human rights office in Guatemala and was the brother of a genocidal dictator, has died at 94.

The arrest of activist Anatol Matasaru in Moldova, who was detained for 72 hours, could lead to another defeat for Moldova at the European Court of Human Rights, according to human rights advocates, journalists, and deputies.

The Philippines is considering new anti-disinformation legislation, but digital rights advocates are warning that proposed bills could grant the government extensive powers to control information. Critics fear these laws might empower the state to define truth and suppress dissent.

Kababaihan partylist welcomed the acquittal of women’s and children’s rights advocate Ma. Salome “Nanay Sally” Ujano on March 26, hailing the Court of Appeals’ decision as a significant step towards justice.

The US federal government is planning to remove 14,000 wild horses from Western lands using helicopter round-ups, citing drought and wildfire concerns. The controversial plan has drawn criticism from animal rights advocates.

UK Labour leader Keir Starmer is being pressed by human rights advocates to raise concerns about democracy and human rights with Nigerian President Tinubu during his state visit.

Human rights advocates are expressing concerns that the ongoing conflict with Iran could potentially trigger a new era of nuclear proliferation globally.

Parks Canada is proposing to cull dozens of white-tailed deer on a historic island near Quebec City, citing threats to rare plant species and employee safety, a plan that has drawn opposition from animal-rights advocates.

China is set to approve a new 'ethnic unity' law, which human rights advocates warn could further marginalize minority groups such as the Uyghurs by formalizing existing policies.

A new investigation by animal rights advocates reveals that horses flown from Canada to Japan for slaughter continue to suffer injuries, illness, and death, prompting renewed calls for a ban on these shipments.

Maria Lada, a 67-year-old pioneer in accessibility rights and co-founder of the HYPERION organization, passed away at Athens' 'Eleftherios Venizelos' airport, sparking sadness.

A coalition of 160 civil society organizations in Turkey has condemned the government’s reported plans for a new bill that would impose prison sentences on LGBTQ+ people and rights advocates.

Thirty political prisoners have been released in Venezuela following an amnesty law, though human rights advocates deem the law insufficient as it excludes military-related cases.

Concepcion 'Chit' Dodd, vice president of the Trade Union Congress of the Philippines and a prominent labor rights advocate, has passed away on August 17, prompting mourning within the country's labor movement.

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A Nigerian legal practitioner and human rights advocate, Hamza Dantani, has called on security agencies including the Police, Army, and EFCC to adopt the compensation policy of the Department of State Services (DSS).

Malaysia has ordered the UN refugee agency to stop registering new refugees as it develops a new biometric identification system, a move that rights advocates warn could lead to disaster for new arrivals.

A group of 54 lawmakers, legal experts, academics, and human rights advocates has urged Turkey to ensure that any amnesty related to its renewed Kurdish peace initiative covers all political prisoners, including those accused of involvement with the Gülen movement.

Hungary's new prime minister is attempting to oust his predecessor's allies, including the 'puppet' president, claiming to enact the will of the people, but human rights advocates are cautioning him to proceed slowly.

Polish Education Minister Barbara Nowacka announced that a Student Rights Advocate will be appointed before September 1st, despite President Karol Nawrocki's recent veto of the relevant amendment to the Education Law.

A case in Poland reveals that authorities, including prosecutors and child rights advocates, have failed to intervene for 16 months in a home where small children reside, despite their parents being sought for pedophilia and zoophilia.

Japan is facing pressure to decide whether to resume its long-frozen development aid to Myanmar. Rights advocates warn that restarting aid could alleviate pressure on the regime, which is accused of widespread abuses, while Japan aims to counter China's increasing influence in the region.

Animal rights advocates are nearing success in their proposal to ban hunting in an unnamed US state, a move that has faced significant opposition from state leaders and other advocacy groups.

A young woman from Azerbaijan was found killed in an apartment in Tbilisi, Georgia, after being lured by a boyfriend and later placed with a male relative, a women's rights advocate reported.

Remarks made by the Postmaster General regarding mail ballots have sparked fears among voting rights advocates.

Human Rights Justice Advocates National Coordinator, Dr. Basil Ogomegbulam, along with others, criticized remarks by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, regarding the state of the nation, asserting that Nigerians are suffering more than ever.

Human rights advocates have reported the release of Jonathan David Muir, a 16-year-old who was considered Cuba's youngest political prisoner. The release comes amidst warnings of a new punitive wave in Cuba, where 'sabotage' charges are frequently used against protesters.

Ireland may introduce medical tests as a last resort to determine the age of young asylum seekers in cases of dispute, a move criticized by children's rights advocates.

Turkish authorities detained journalist and LGBTQ+ rights advocate Yıldız Tar in Ankara, a day before she was due in court for a case linked to an investigation into a left-wing political and civil society platform.

Polish medical rescuers are required to carry an adequate supply of painkillers like fentanyl and morphine in ambulances to ensure patients' right to pain treatment, according to a decision by the Patient Rights Advocate.

CNN commentator and civil rights advocate Van Jones has joined the Genesis Prize board, stating that humanity has a 'special responsibility' to defend Jewish people and warning against abandoning Israel.

A small marsupial on the loose in Montreal's South Shore has raised concerns about illegal animal trafficking, with animal rights advocates and Quebec's Environment Ministry suspecting its escape from captivity.

Dr. Mary Harney, a 77-year-old survivor of a mother and baby home and a human rights advocate, has been awarded a PhD in Galway, describing it as the 'final part of the jigsaw puzzle' after decades of study.

Critics of the war with Iran are reportedly under investigation by the Trump administration, facing potential deportation. This move has raised concerns among human rights advocates.

A child rights advocate has identified one of the most significant dangers children face in the digital world, emphasizing that while the internet is integral to their daily lives, it also presents various hazards.

Humphrey Matey Kofie, a disability rights advocate, is urging for stronger and more clearly defined accessibility requirements in Ghana's proposed Persons with Disability Bill, citing shortcomings in the existing 2006 Act.

Child rights advocates are calling on the Nigerian National Assembly to expedite the Child Protection Bill, which aims to criminalize online abuse and safeguard Nigerian children.

Rights advocates in Tunisia are criticizing efforts to attribute the recent increase in migrant arrivals to Morocco.

Jakarta has deployed police and military personnel in a new campaign against violent street crime, particularly motorbike muggings, a move welcomed by residents but raising concerns among rights advocates.

A coalition of human rights advocates, legal experts, and civil society leaders in Pakistan are demanding an urgent overhaul of the justice system, asserting that a 'culture of silence' and poor institutional implementation undermine statutory protections for women.

Romulo Macalintal, a senior citizens' rights advocate, has called for the passage of a law that would strictly delegate government assistance distribution to agencies only, excluding politicians.

An unusual court case in South Africa is addressing the mental health of three elephants, with animal rights advocates arguing that elephants at the Johannesburg Zoo are suffering from depression and should be relocated to a larger nature reserve.

A child rights advocate in Sri Lanka has formally requested the Attorney General's office to provide legal assistance and support for a child victim.

The European Union has decided not to impose a full ban on conversion therapies, a decision that may draw criticism from human rights advocates.

Lawyers and gender rights advocates suggest that Karen Nyamu could face up to five years in jail and a Sh2 million fine for comments deemed to reflect harmful attitudes. The legal implications of her statements are currently under scrutiny.

Human rights advocates report that Belkisa Mintsaeva, a Chechen woman detained by police, has been unreachable for three weeks, with lawyers being denied access to her.

An annual forum for child rights advocates is taking place in Vilnius, focusing on children's resilience in the information space and the influence of media on their daily lives.

Civil rights advocate Leo Terrell discusses his personal motivation and leadership role in a federal task force dedicated to combating threats against the Jewish community.

Professor Mads Bryde Andersen's controversial proposal for an overhaul of the European Court of Human Rights has garnered significant political support but faces strong opposition from human rights advocates and legal colleagues. He elaborates on his arguments in a new book.

Over 100 Afghan women's rights defenders have collectively written to Melania Trump, appealing for her assistance in restoring education and freedom for women and girls under Taliban rule.

Health workers and rights advocates are urging Canada to rescind planned co-payment cuts to its refugee healthcare scheme, set to begin May 1, warning they amount to a 'de facto denial of care'.

The Hong Kong Committee on Children's Rights advocates for establishing a Children's Day in Hong Kong, following a forum where young people aged 10 to 17 voiced their thoughts on various unrestricted topics.

The Belarusian parliament has passed a new law that restricts LGBTQ+ expression and targets childfree lifestyles, drawing criticism from human rights advocates.

A new proposal in Georgia could allow authorities to take DNA swabs from immigrants held in custody, even for minor offenses, raising concerns among civil rights advocates.

Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger is expected to sign new bills, SB 749 and HB 217, which gun rights advocates claim would severely restrict Second Amendment rights for millions.

Disability rights advocates in Nigeria are demanding urgent reforms to improve accessibility for an estimated 35 million citizens who currently face exclusion.

Draped in garlands, Bhumika Shrestha on Monday became Nepal’s first transgender woman lawmaker, marking a proud milestone for the marginalised community in the Himalayan nation. Nepal’s Election Commission confirmed the 37-year-old as a proportional representation MP from the centrist Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP), which won a majority in parliament with 182 seats last week. “I am very excited but also feel the responsibility on my shoulders,” said Shrestha, an LGBTQ rights advocate. “Our...

MANILA, Philippines — A coalition of health and child rights advocates backed Health Secretary Teodoro Herbosa’s call to raise the age restriction for vape and tobacco products to 25. “We strongly support increasing the legal age restriction for vape and tobacco products from 18 to 25,” the Philippine Tobacco Control Coalition said in a statement.

China has approved a new 'ethnic unity' law, which human rights advocates warn could further marginalize minority groups, including the Uyghurs.

Immigrant rights advocates have filed a lawsuit to prevent the U.S. President Donald Trump's administration from ending legal protections for nearly 1,100 Somalis living and working in the United States.

The Supreme Court has issued a temporary block on a secretive California policy regarding gender issues in schools, delivering a significant victory for parental rights advocates nationwide.

Students at Notre Dame rallied to defend Catholic identity after an abortion rights advocate declined a leadership appointment following campus controversy.

Rights advocates say US envoy Mike Huckabee has failed to push for accountability for Israeli abuses against Americans.

A new private grantmaking initiative, Bearing North, has launched in Los Angeles to fund films about North Korea, with an advisory board comprising documentary filmmakers, journalists, and human rights advocates.

Over 330,000 Haitians are losing their temporary protected status in the US and face deportation, leading human-rights advocates to warn of increased kidnapping risks upon their return to Haiti. The troubled nation is known as a kidnapping hotspot in the Caribbean.

Russia's State Duma passed two laws on July 22, intended to freeze exiled critics' money, block their passports, and cut off consular aid, which human rights advocates call a path toward 'civil death'.

The Russian State Duma has passed 'civic death' bills designed to cut off exiled critics from banking and consular services, a move rights advocates warn extends the government's ability to punish dissent beyond its borders.

A coalition of clergy, Indigenous Peoples, Moro leaders, and rights advocates in Mindanao convened to challenge President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on human rights and environmental issues ahead of his State of the Nation Address.

William D. Zabel, a distinguished lawyer known for handling celebrity divorces, recovering billions for Madoff victims, and championing civil rights, including legalizing interracial marriage, has passed away at 89.

Sian Heder’s activist drama “Being Heumann” will open the 51st edition of the Toronto International Film Festival. The movie, starring Ruth Madeley as disability rights advocate Judith Heumann, will host its world premiere on Sept. 10 at Roy Thomson Hall. “Being Heumann” is Heder’s follow-up to 2021’s “CODA,” which became a sensation at Sundance and sold […]

The Patient Rights Advocate in Poland has determined that limiting the time patients can spend on leave from hospitals violates their rights, emphasizing that such leaves are crucial for patient well-being.

Human rights advocates in the Philippines have renewed their calls to repeal two anti-terrorism laws, arguing that these legislations have been used to silence critics and suppress legitimate political dissent.

Donald Trump is pushing for national concealed carry reciprocity, a measure supported by gun rights advocates who argue it would protect law-abiding citizens.

Survivors of those who paid the ultimate price to enact voting rights are observing America turning backward on these issues.

The Supreme Court has struck down a 'vampire rule' from a blue state, marking a significant victory for gun rights advocates and potentially impacting gun control legislation nationwide.

A top judicial official stated that China has a 'legitimate' right to apply its new 'ethnic unity' law to individuals beyond its borders, a move that has raised concerns among overseas rights advocates.

A Taliban delegation has met with EU officials in Brussels to discuss increasing the return of failed asylum-seekers to Afghanistan, a visit that has drawn criticism from human rights advocates.

Nevenka Fernández, who successfully sued her boss for sexual harassment in Spain in 2001, has returned to the country 25 years later as an activist for women's rights after facing severe hostility and leaving the country.

A social media campaign has been launched to advocate for the release of Abdullah Tırpan, a 74-year-old critically ill inmate imprisoned over alleged links to the Gülen movement, amidst warnings from his family and rights advocates about his deteriorating health.

Rights defenders are advocating for faster reforms to protect intersex children from harmful practices, suggesting unisex names and clothing as a measure.

Following the election of a new centre-right prime minister, LGBTQ rights advocates in Hungary express hope for significant changes to current anti-LGBTQ policies.

An ICE facility in Louisiana has reported its second detainee death in less than two months, raising concerns about conditions and care within the detention center. The repeated fatalities are prompting scrutiny from human rights advocates.

Civil society organizations, child rights advocates, and digital experts are urging the Nigerian Senate to swiftly pass the Child Online Access Protection Bill to safeguard millions of children from online risks.

Human rights advocates and a think tank have expressed concerns that a proposed anti-disinformation bill could lead to the suppression of legitimate criticism and be vulnerable to state abuse.

Fawzia Koofi, an Afghan women's rights advocate, criticizes the EU for welcoming the Taliban to Europe, stating that it is a 'slap in the face' to Afghan women and calls for laws against gender apartheid.

The Polish Sejm has postponed the mandatory appointment of student rights advocates in schools by two years, meaning they will not begin operations on September 1, 2026, as originally planned.

Human rights advocates and civil society leaders in Mindanao, Philippines, have welcomed the establishment of an independent truth commission tasked with investigating extrajudicial killings during the “war on drugs.”

A life-size bronze equestrian statue of women's rights advocate Alma Ostra-Oinas, created by artist Flo Kasearu, has been installed in central Tallinn.

Renate Reinsve is reportedly set to star in Mia Hansen-Løve’s anticipated Mary Wollstonecraft biopic, 'If Love Should Die,' which will explore the life of the 18th-century English writer and women's rights advocate.

A United Methodist pastor and international human rights advocate was barred from entering the Philippines while en route to join a fact-finding mission on recent killings in Negros Occidental.

Rights advocates argue that the lack of accountability for the killing of US citizen and Al Jazeera journalist Shireen Abu Akleh has enabled further abuses against the press by Israeli forces.

The US government has reinstated deportation proceedings against student Mohsen Mahdawi, who accuses authorities of weaponizing the immigration system to silence his advocacy for Palestinian rights.

Experts in Cebu are calling for energy resiliency to be a key focus of discussions at the upcoming 48th ASEAN Summit. An electricity rights advocate specifically hopes the summit will attract energy investments to the province.

Bahrain has revoked the nationality of 69 people accused of 'glorifying or sympathizing with hostile Iranian acts.' Rights advocates claim the kingdom is using regional conflict to suppress dissent.

The Polish Patient Rights Advocate has reminded that medical facilities are responsible for organizing diagnostic tests required for planned hospitalizations, clarifying patient rights before admission.

Child rights advocates in the Philippines are highlighting that bullying among children extends beyond school premises, citing recent incidents and public discussions initiated by figures like actor Alfred Vargas.

Rights advocates are hailing a 'historic' shift as 40 out of 47 Democratic senators voted to block military bulldozers to Israel, indicating significant divisions in US support for the country.

Shawan Jabarin, general director of the West Bank-based NGO Al-Haq, was denied entry into France, preventing him from speaking before the European Parliament's human rights committee.

Chris Taylor's victory in the Wisconsin Supreme Court election ensures a liberal majority on the court until at least 2030, marking a significant win for abortion rights advocates.

Rights advocates and independent United Nations experts are warning that a key UN committee that controls access for nongovernmental organizations is at risk of falling further under the influence of…

Voting rights advocates have praised Virginia's decision to rejoin a multistate voter roll system.

The Philippine Court of Appeals has acquitted child rights advocate Sally Ujano of rebellion charges, leading to her official release from the Correctional Institute for Women in Mandaluyong.

Human rights advocates report that the Afghan Taliban have carried out over 1,100 floggings and six public executions in the past year, reflecting wider restrictions under their rule.

A UN human rights expert has announced she will closely monitor the trial of Turkish physician and women's rights defender Dr. Ayşe Uğurlu, urging authorities to drop charges and reinstate her.

There has been significant public outcry following the closure of a modern slavery unit by the UK government, raising concerns among human rights advocates.

Yanar Mohammed, a 65-year-old Iraqi women's rights advocate known for establishing safe houses and criticizing repressive institutions, has been killed by gunmen.

Senegal's National Assembly has approved a new law that significantly increases prison sentences for individuals convicted of homosexuality, sparking concerns among human rights advocates.

Disability rights advocate Md Saidul Huq to receive Independence Award  Dhaka Tribune

Human rights advocates are calling for a ban on strip-searches in Australian prisons, citing a report that found over 15,000 searches monthly yield contraband in less than 1% of cases, deeming them degrading and humiliating.

Following a citizen's initiative, EU subsidies can now be used to facilitate abortion access for women in countries where it is not legally available, marking a significant victory for women's rights advocates.

An article discusses the 'myths' surrounding gang violence in Sweden, arguing that declining shootings are due to the government ignoring criminologists and child rights advocates, a strategy now proposed for bombings.