Today, the UN Human Rights Council made a significant move to address the escalating human rights crisis in Venezuela. Discover more about the decision below: What did the UN Human Rights Council do? Renewed the mandate of the UN Fact-Finding Mission on Venezuela (FFM) for two years. Extended the mandate of the Office of the … 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
The UN Human Rights Council must respond to the grave findings of the UN Fact-Finding Mission on Venezuela (FFM) and renew its critical mandate, said Amnesty International as the FFM presented its latest report to the Council this week. What are the key findings of the report? Details a severe human rights crisis in Venezuela … Read more
The United Nations Human Rights Council is urged to renew the mandate of the Independent International Fact-Finding Mission on Venezuela, as highlighted by 29 national and international organizations dedicated to defending human rights in the country. Why is International Accountability Urgently Needed in Venezuela? The Mission is crucial in pushing for accountability and maintaining international … Read more
International Accountability Urgently Needed Amid Intensifying Post-Election Repression What is the call for action? 29 national and international organizations are urging the United Nations Human Rights Council to renew the mandate of the Independent International Fact-Finding Mission on Venezuela. The Mission plays a crucial role in pushing for accountability and maintaining international scrutiny. Why is … Read more
What is the “anti-NGO law” in Venezuela? The Venezuelan National Assembly recently passed the “Law for the Control, Regularization, Operations and Financing of Non-Governmental and Related Organizations”, also known as the “anti-NGO law”. This law is part of ongoing efforts to suppress human rights and civil society organizations in the country. What does Amnesty International … Read more
Why is Amnesty International Urging Urgent Action in Venezuela? Amnesty International sent an open letter to the Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court, Karim Khan Erika Guevara-Rosas, senior director at Amnesty International, expressed concerns over the crisis in Venezuela What Are the Critical Issues Highlighted? Dozens of people have died at the hands of security … Read more
Analysis of Tech Companies’ Role in Venezuela Are Tech Companies Fulfilling Their Human Rights Responsibilities? The Venezuelan government-backed app was updated to allow users to report dissenters. Ethical concerns arise regarding technology companies’ roles in enabling potential human rights abuses. Amnesty International questions the responsibility of tech developers and platforms. International Human Rights Law at … Read more
What are the demands of international organizations in the context of protests in Venezuela? In the aftermath of post-electoral protests in Venezuela, undersigned organizations strongly advocate for the respect and guarantee of the right to freedom of expression, assembly, and peaceful protest. The call is made to the authorities to refrain from criminalizing protests and … Read more
In anticipation of the presidential elections scheduled for Sunday 28 July 2024, Amnesty International has condemned the escalating repression that has marked the election period and raised the alarm about the situation in the country over the coming weeks. Ana Piquer, Americas Director at Amnesty International, said: What has been happening in Venezuela? The state … Read more