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Breaking News: ICMC shines spotlight on refugees and migrants at world-renowned labor conference.

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ICMC Highlights Refugees and Migrants at 112th International Labour Conference What is the International Catholic Migration Commission focusing on? Emphasizing the plight of refugees and migrants At the 112th International Labour Conference Why is this important? Shining a spotlight on vulnerable populations Raising awareness on global migration challenges The International Catholic Migration Commission (ICMC) recently … Read more

Urgent: Indigenous Activist at Risk of Torture in Viet Nam, Thailand Must Take Action Now!

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Thailand: Montagnard Indigenous activist must not be extradited to face torture in Viet Nam Are Thai authorities violating human rights? Thai authorities are considering extraditing Y Quynh Bdap, a Montagnard and Ede Indigenous human rights activist, to Vietnam where he faces the risk of severe torture. As a refugee recognized by the UN, Bdap’s situation … Read more

Endless Trauma: Gaza Residents’ Ongoing Struggle with Displacement

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No end in sight: The repeated trauma of displacement for people in Gaza

Life as a Displaced Person in Al-Mawasi: The Heartbreaking Reality Meet Haider, a man who has been constantly on the move across the Al-Mawasi area, living in a tent. In his own words, “I’ve been forcibly displaced eight times, an average of once a month.” The recent displacement due to explosions left him sleepless for … Read more

Unite Through Theatre: IOM’s Initiative for Global Peace

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What innovative initiative recently took place in Garoua? An intensive training session for staff from the United Nations Migration Agency (International Organisation for Migration), experts in mental health and psychosocial support, protection, communication, and migration policy. The training aimed to improve community resilience by building the capacity of trainers in participatory theatre for reconciliation and … Read more

Unite Through Theatre: IOM’s Initiative for Global Peace

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What was the recent innovative peace-promoting initiative in Garoua? An intensive training session for staff from the United Nations Migration Agency took place in Garoua. The training included experts in mental health, psychosocial support, protection, communication, and migration policy. The goal was to enhance community resilience by training IOM staff in participatory theatre for reconciliation … Read more

Breaking News: Gender Inequalities Fueled by Tech Systems Across the Globe

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Around the world, various tech systems are reinforcing gender inequalities and entrenching racial, socio-economic systems of power, according to Amnesty International. Marginalized groups, including women and LGBTI people, face threats to their human rights due to extensive and improper data collection practices that do not reflect their individual realities. How are marginalized groups affected? Threats … Read more

Demand for Freedom: Call for Cuba to Release Unjustly Detained Citizens and Repeal Repressive Laws

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Amnesty International Names Pedro Albert Sánchez as Prisoner of Conscience Who Is Pedro Albert Sánchez? Known for outspoken criticism of Cuban government Advocate for freedom of expression and peaceful assembly Arrested multiple times since 2020 for peaceful protests What Did Amnesty International Demand? Release of Pedro Albert Sánchez Freedom for all unjustly imprisoned individuals End … Read more

Urgent: Why Environmental Defense is Critical for Civilian Safety

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Statement delivered by Laetitia Courtois, Permanent Observer and Head of Delegation, at UN Security Council Arria-Formula Meeting “Stepping up Preventive Action: From Environment Challenges to Opportunities for Peace” on 8 July 2024 in New York City. What was the Focus of the UN Security Council Meeting? Laetitia Courtois highlighted the importance of preventive action. The … Read more

Humanitarian Group Opposes New Rule Limiting Asylum at U.S. Border

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On July 8, 2024, IRAP submitted a public comment opposing the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR) Interim Final Rule on Securing the Border, published on June 7, 2024. What does the rule entail? Suspends entry at the U.S. southern border until total border encounter numbers drop persistently and … Read more

Hijab bans in French sports: A violation of Olympic values and human rights

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Amnesty International reports on the defiance of Olympic values and human rights by hijab bans in French sports. Why are hijab bans in French sports being criticized? Violation of Olympic values Undermining human rights Contravention of principles like excellence, respect, and friendship What does Amnesty International have to say? Amnesty International condemns the bans as … Read more