Why is the ban at the Poland-Belarus border a concern for humanitarian organisations? Andreas Spaett, head of MSF’s humanitarian activities in Poland, highlights how the ban on entry to the border area acts as a blindfold, preventing visibility and assistance to those in need. What are the potential consequences of recent developments at the border? … Read more
What are the challenges faced by displaced families in Niafounké? Living in crammed classrooms Overcrowding and lack of hygiene Increase in cases of respiratory infections, infectious skin diseases, and diarrhoea High percentage of malnutrition among children Need for mental health assistance How has MSF responded to the situation in Niafounké? Set up a health post … Read more
Why are Human Rights Bodies Failing to Act in Ethiopia? Amnesty International’s Regional Director for East and Southern Africa, Tigere Chagutah, criticizes the lack of action by human rights bodies in response to ongoing atrocities in Ethiopia. Millions of Ethiopians facing denial of justice due to conflict. No progress in holding individuals accountable in the … Read more
Empowering Women in Garoua through PBF GYPI DDR Gender Project What were the workshops about? The RIBADOU hotel hosted workshops for the PBF GYPI DDR Gender Project Titled “Women for Inclusive Reintegration in Cameroon” Aimed to engage Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) and Women’s Organizations (WOs) What was the main objective of the workshops? Strengthening the … Read more
Recent Racist Attacks in the UK: What You Need to Know What has happened in the UK? Violent disorder and hate crimes Hotels housing refugees set on fire Mosques and businesses attacked Racist targeting based on skin color, faith, or origin What does Amnesty International say? In response to the recent events, Sacha Deshmukh, Amnesty … Read more
Join us in condemning violent criminal activity against asylum hotels in towns like Rotherham and Tamworth. Why is this happening? Asylum seekers in the UK facing hate and violence Refugees seeking safety met with aggression What are we doing about it? We, the Refugee Council, are actively responding to these events. Enver Solomon, CEO of … Read more
By denying and restricting access to abortion to millions of people since the overturning of Roe v. Wade in 2022 with the Dobbs decision, the United States is failing to comply with its international human rights obligations and standards to ensure pregnant people have access to abortion, according to a new report published by Amnesty … Read more
Forced Repatriation of Haitians by the United States Raises Concerns What are the implications of the U.S. government’s deportation flights to Haiti amidst ongoing violence? Violations of commitments to non-refoulement Disparate impact on Black migrants exercising their rights Staff Attorney Erik Crew emphasizes the need for the U.S. to provide lawful pathways for Haitians seeking … Read more
Addressing Health Concerns for Displaced Families in Niafounké What Health Issues Are Affecting Displaced Families? Increasing cases of respiratory infections affecting children under 5 Infectious skin diseases and diarrhoea predominantly in young children High rates of malnutrition, with 66% of children acutely malnourished Mental health challenges due to loss of loved ones and property MSF’s … Read more
Guidelines for “civilian hackers” during conflicts and the responsibilities of states to control them What are the recommended rules for civilian hackers in times of war? Avoid targeting civilian infrastructure Respect international humanitarian law Do not engage in hacking activities that could cause harm or loss of life Ensure the protection of personal data Avoid … Read more