IRAP and ACLU Sue U.S. Government for Information on Refugee Detention at Guantánamo Bay What is the Lawsuit About? Advocates seek information on the secretive practice of detaining refugees at Guantánamo Bay. IRAP and ACLU filed a lawsuit under the FOIA to compel disclosure of records. What Did the IRAP Report Reveal? Last week, IRAP … Read more
Podcasts: A Powerful Tool for Learning What is “I Am Not Your Refugee” Podcast About? Explore the life-affirming work of refugee-led organizations. Featuring “Displaced” by Vox Media Podcast Network Listen to in-depth interviews with leading figures on forced displacement. Inside The Wait Podcast by The Guardian Get insights into the struggles of refugees in Indonesia. … Read more
What resources have Australian Bishops published? Australian Bishops have published resources to support parishes, schools, and other Catholic communities in marking the World Day of Refugees and Migrants this year. How are Catholics encouraged to participate? The director of the Episcopal migrant office said that Catholics are invited to unite with Pope Francis in prayer … Read more
What is the latest international legal initiative against Afghanistan? Human rights violations against women and girls in Afghanistan Australia, Canada, Germany, and the Netherlands take action Pursuing legal proceedings against Afghanistan at the International Court of Justice What does Amnesty International have to say about the situation? Amnesty International’s Secretary General, Agnès Callamard, highlights the … Read more
The Church in the Philippines Supports Filipino Seafarers and Migrant Workers The Episcopal migrant commission in the Philippines remains dedicated to aiding Filipino seafarers and migrant workers worldwide, as revealed in a recent Radio Veritas interview. What kind of support do Filipino seafarers and migrant workers receive from the Church? – The head of the … Read more
ICMC Statement on the 110th World Day of Migrants and Refugees What is the message from the ICMC? Recognizing and celebrating the contributions of migrants and refugees around the world Emphasizing the importance of compassion and solidarity towards displaced populations Highlighting the need for sustainable solutions to address the challenges faced by migrants and refugees … Read more
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Amnesty International is calling for the immediate and unconditional release of Egyptian-British activist Aala Abdel Fattah, who is set to complete a five-year prison sentence in three days, on 29 September. Why is Aala Abdel Fattah being held? Arrested in 2019 for activism Sentenced to five years for “spreading false news” Risk of extended detention … Read more
Egypt: Ensure Alaa Abdel Fattah is not detained after completing length of unjust prison term Why must Egyptian authorities release activist Alaa Abdel Fattah? Activist Alaa Abdel Fattah completing 5-year sentence Arrested in reprisal for activism Risk of authorities refusing release Amnesty International’s Concerns Repeatedly arrested and unjustly imprisoned Being held as a prisoner of … Read more
Countries in West and Central Africa Integrate Human Mobility and Climate Change into National Policies What is happening in West and Central Africa? Countries are taking steps to address human mobility and climate change challenges. Efforts are being made to integrate these issues into national policies. Why is this initiative significant? It represents a crucial … Read more