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Human rights victories shine bright in six-month span

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Vanessa Mendoza Cortes stands with her hands on her hips in front of a camera.

January How has Norway improved prison conditions for those with mental health problems? Isolation reduction and more resources allocated Why were Russian rock band Bi-2 members detained in Thailand? Concerns over persecution in Russia for anti-war stance What led to the withdrawal of a bill in Belgium undermining the right to protest? Pressure from trade … Read more

Powerful Response to Rohingya Crisis – Japan, Norway, Sweden, Switzerland & US Visit Refugee Camps in Bangladesh

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Joint Statement by Governments Following Visit to Rohingya Refugee Camps What message is being sent to Rohingya refugees? Japan, Norway, Sweden, Switzerland, and the United States visited Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh Assurance to Rohingya refugees: “You are not forgotten” What countries are supporting the Rohingya refugees? Japan Norway Sweden Switzerland United States During a recent visit … Read more