Human rights victories shine bright in six-month span

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

Silent Suffering: Kurdistan Region’s Failure to Protect Domestic Violence Survivors

The Kurdistan Region of Iraq’s (KR-I) authorities are failing to ensure that perpetrators of domestic violence, including harrowing cases of murder, rape, beatings and burning, are held to account, and they are imposing arbitrary restrictions on the freedoms of survivors who seek protection in the shelter system, said Amnesty International in a new report published … Read more

From Disability to Inclusion: Chawan’s Inspirational Journey

On this Women’s Day, meet Chawan Muhammed, a 33-year-old from Erbil in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq who serves as a beacon of inspiration for many. Who is Chawan Muhammed? Chawan Muhammed is a 33-year-old woman from Erbil, Kurdistan Region of Iraq She tirelessly supports her family She is dedicated to pursuing her passions What … Read more