The International Day of the Disappeared was observed in Jordan to show support for Syrian families of missing persons. What is the International Day of the Disappeared? Commemorated globally on August 30th Aims to shed light on the plight of missing persons and their families How was the day observed in Jordan? Event organized by … Read more
Responding to the “sedition” conviction of the defunct Hong Kong media outlet Stand News and two of its former editors, Amnesty International’s China Director Sarah Brooks said: What does this mean for press freedom? This dismaying verdict is another blow to press freedom in Hong Kong Stand News and its editors were targeted for their … Read more
What is the new initiative in Iraq? An initiative has been launched in Iraq to provide legal support to families of missing persons. How will this initiative help? The program aims to assist families in navigating the legal system to find their missing loved ones. What challenges do families face? Many families struggle with legal … Read more
The Unseen Struggle: Mexican Women Searching for Their Missing Loved Ones How many people have disappeared in Mexico? Over 116,000 individuals remain unaccounted for in Mexico alone Who are the “Hasta Encontrarte” collective? Comprised of 200 families in Mexico dedicated to searching for their disappeared loved ones Established in Guanajauato in 2021, with 99% of … Read more
The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is making a significant impact in South Sudan, providing life-saving aid to thousands of refugees and returnees who have been displaced by conflict. How is ICRC bringing hope to South Sudan? Providing essential food and water to those in need Offering medical assistance to the injured and … Read more
The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) has urged the African Union to enhance the safeguarding of education in Africa amid ongoing conflicts. Why is protecting education crucial in conflict-affected regions? Education is a fundamental right for children everywhere. Conflict disrupts access to education, impacting the future of affected youth. What steps can be … Read more
Most searches for the forcibly disappeared are led by women (women searchers), who face risks, attacks, and harm to their health and finances. Role of Women Searchers Women searchers compensate for states’ neglect in searching for disappeared individuals. Amnesty International urges states to take diligent action to counter human rights violations against women searchers. International … Read more
Responding to the launch of a major Israeli military operation in the occupied West Bank targeting several Palestinian cities and towns including Jenin, Tulkarem, Nablus and Tubas, and deploying hundreds of soldiers to carry out raids supported by fighter jets, drones and bulldozers Amnesty International’s Senior Director for Research, Advocacy, Policy and Campaigns. Erika Guevara … Read more
President Luis Abinader’s second mandate is poised to focus on human rights as he embarks on his new term in office. Let’s explore the key priorities and challenges ahead: Addressing Human Rights Failures Amnesty International has condemned worrying human rights violations linked to migration policies. Urgent need to eradicate racial profiling, structural racism, and discrimination. … Read more
What is the latest news from Cambodia regarding human rights violations? At least 94 individuals have been arbitrarily arrested for criticizing the Cambodia-Laos-Vietnam Development Triangle Area (CLV) since late July 2024, as reported by Human Rights Watch and Amnesty International. Among those arrested, 59 are still held unlawfully and charged for their peaceful expression, including … Read more