Human Rights & Public Liberties

Human Rights & Public Liberties

Newsletter
13 Jan, 2021

Human Rights, Values, and Culture.

The Middle East and the Laws of War

Human Rights Watch called on all states, including allies of the warring parties, to invoke their obligations under Common Article 1 of the Geneva Conventions…

26 March, 2026

Europe’s Economic Security, and Why Human Rights Must Be Front‑Loaded

Strengthening due diligence laws, enforcing forced labour bans, protecting diaspora communities from transnational repression, and embedding labour standards in trade policies would align Europe’s economic…

25 March, 2026

U.S. Immigration Policies Harm Pregnant Migrants

ICE’s official policy states that pregnant, postpartum, or nursing women are generally not to be detained for administrative immigration violations unless legally required or under…

24 March, 2026

Impunity in Uniform/Israel’s Decision to Drop Charges Against Soldiers at Sde Teiman Is a Disgrace

The decision came at a moment of rising regional tensions and intense international scrutiny of Israel’s conduct in Gaza. That it was welcomed publicly by…

16 March, 2026

Russia’s Digital Iron Curtain, A Crackdown on Free Expression

The collaboration and solidarity of global partners are essential in upholding fundamental human rights principles in the face of growing threats to online freedom and…

12 March, 2026

Cyberbullying in an Age of AI

These technological advancements facilitate swift and devastating forms of harassment, including the creation of targeted deepfake content that can lead to public humiliation and emotional…

11 March, 2026

Children Caught in the Crossfire of Technological Exploitation

The report highlights a trend of reinforced international collaboration and victim-centered strategies, yet it underscores the pressing obstacles that accompany advancements in digital technology. These…

10 March, 2026

Ensure Women’s Inclusion in All Aspects of Foreign Policy

“International Women’s Day presents a significant opportunity for the Australian government to reflect on gender equality, both domestically and internationally,” remarked Daniela Gavshon, the Australia…

9 March, 2026

 CSW70 and International Women’s Day

António Guterres used the podium to quantify a stubborn inequality: women retain, on average, only 64 per cent of the legal rights that men enjoy…

9 March, 2026

The Global Crackdown on Women’s Rights

As authoritarianism spreads, the connection between women’s rights and democracy becomes increasingly clear. Protecting women’s autonomy is not only a matter of justice but a…

8 March, 2026

A Beacon of Hope for Afghan Women

Women journalists face severe restrictions, including a ban on interviewing men and the constant threat of retaliation. Anan notes, “To continue broadcasting, we decided not…

8 March, 2026

Rights of Women Under Human Rights

Amnesty’s Razaw Salihy urged Iraqi authorities to ensure “prompt, effective, thorough, independent and impartial” investigations that bring perpetrators to justice through fair trials that preclude…

5 March, 2026