Journalist Mech Dara Faces Charges Recent events have seen Cambodian journalist Mech Dara facing charges of incitement after being arrested by military police. Amnesty International has spoken out against these actions, condemning the government’s approach to repressing journalists. What Charges Have Been Made? The charges against Mech Dara relate to incitement, showcasing the government’s crackdown … Read more
From 17 to 19 September 2024, the Sancta Maria Hotel in Lomé hosted a capacity-building workshop to effectively include human mobility in planning documents within West and Central Africa. What was the event about? The International Organisation for Migration (IOM) initiated the workshop The focus was on incorporating human mobility in National Adaptation Plans (NAPs) … Read more
Responding to reports of ongoing arbitrary detentions in Ethiopia’s Amhara region What is the current situation in the Amhara region? Evidence of government’s total disregard for rule of law No arrest or search warrants obtained before detaining hundreds Detained civilians not brought before court within 48 hours Ethiopian authorities must act immediately to end arbitrary … Read more
Challenges Faced by Venezuelan Refugees in Aruba Aruba lacks specific asylum legislation, leaving Venezuelan refugees vulnerable to detention and deportation. The post-electoral crisis in Venezuela underscores the need for protective asylum laws on the island. Amnesty International’s Report Amnesty International highlights gaps in refugee protection for Venezuelans in Aruba. The lack of specific legislation poses … Read more
What Defines a Crime Against Humanity? Crimes against humanity involve specific crimes committed as part of widespread attacks against civilians, shocking the conscience of humanity itself. Murder Torture Enslavement Rape Persecution Enforced disappearance Apartheid Learn about recent incidents in Afghanistan, Ethiopia, and Iran that could be considered crimes against humanity. Legal Mechanisms to Combat Crimes … Read more
October 1, 2024 “AMERICA IS BETTER AND STRONGER BECAUSE OF REFUGEES AND THEIR FAMILIES”: IRAP WELCOMES NEW PRESIDENTIAL DETERMINATION ON REFUGEE ADMISSIONS The Announcement Last night, the Biden administration announced the Presidential Determination on Refugee Admissions, setting the annual refugee resettlement target for Fiscal Year 2025 at 125,000. This is a significant increase from the … Read more
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) recognized as a lead provider of country-level data on internal displacement What is the International Organization for Migration (IOM) currently recognized for? The IOM’s Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM) acknowledged as a crucial source of information What does this recognition mean for the IOM? Enhances the IOM’s position as a … Read more
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) Recognized as Lead Provider of Country-Level Data on Internal Displacement What does this recognition mean for the IOM? The IOM’s Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM) is acknowledged as a key source of data on internal displacement. Why is this recognition significant? It reaffirms the IOM’s role as a crucial player … Read more
Amnesty International urges Slovenia and Montenegro to prevent the Portuguese-flagged MV Kathrin from unloading explosives bound for Israel, citing concerns about potential war crimes in Gaza. What do we know about the MV Kathrin? Namibia and Portugal confirm explosives onboard Refusal by Namibian authorities Statements from Slovenia and Portugal Why should the cargo not reach … Read more
Breaking News: IRAP Strongly Opposes Biden Asylum Rule What does the final rule entail? The final rule extends the period before restrictions can be lifted Includes unaccompanied children in border encounter metrics Results in denial of asylum seekers’ due process Why does IRAP oppose the rule? IRAP views the rule as fundamentally cruel, illegal, and … Read more