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Published on Oct 12, 2020

Saudi Arabia Should Be Punished by, Not Elected to, the UN Human Rights Council

Whatever the theoretical value of the United Nations system, its agencies are a source of frequent farce. Among the worst performers is the Human Rights Council. Nominally devoted to promoting people’s basic rights, the body often protects the world’s …

Source: Antiwar.com - Uncategorized
Published on Sep 30, 2020

World: Human rights: Reported reprisals continue unabated, says UN

NEW YORK/GENEVA (30 September 2020) – The UN Human Rights Office said Wednesday that it is consistently receiving information on intimidation and reprisals against victims, members of civil society and activists for cooperating with the United Nations, …

Source: ReliefWeb - Neutral
Published on Feb 25, 2020

Gays, lesbians and affiliates to hold first ever international conference in Ghana

General News of Tuesday, 25 February 2020 Source: mynewsgh.com 2020-02-25 Ghana is set to witness the first ever gays, lesbians and affiliates international conference to be held in Accra between July 27 and 31 July 2020, MyNewsGh.com has confirmed. Under …

Source: Ghana MMA - Neutral
Published on Jul 17, 2020

World: An Urgent Call to Release Human Rights Defenders in Honour of Nelson Mandela Day

Country: World Sources: Amnesty International, Global Witness, CIVICUS, World Organisation Against Torture, International Service for Human Rights, Fédération Internationale des Ligues des Droits de I'Homme, Plan International, International Dalit …

Source: ReliefWeb - Neutral
Published on Jul 30, 2020

Does Burna Boy’s collaboration with Sam Smith absolve him of homophobia?

As Afrobeats continues to trickle into mainstream international music markets and gain a foothold, it has allowed for new, hybrid sounds, collaborations that have unravelled the versatility and adaptability of homegrown artists. Burna Boy has been edging …

Source: Y Naija - Left-wing
Published on Jul 17, 2020

#YNaijaNonBinary: Sudan repeals death penalty for homosexuality

Amongst a sweeping list of new legal reforms, Sudan has repealed a provision of its Penal Code that imposed the death penalty upon anyone found guilty of participating in consensual same-sex sexual relations. Some of the other laws that were passed …

Source: Y Naija - Left-wing
Published on Jun 19, 2020

Human Rights Council concludes high-level interactive dialogue on the human rights situation in the Central African ...

Hears the Presentation of Reports on the Situation of Human Rights in Afghanistan, Technical Assistance and Capacity Building, and Technical Cooperation in the Field of Human Rights, Holds General Debate on Technical Assistance and Capacity Building The …

Source: ReliefWeb - Neutral
Published on Apr 18, 2020

Coronavirus - Africa: A Human Rights Checklist

Human Rights Watch is committed to reporting on the human rights dimensions of the COVID-19 pandemic. Our research has identified 40 questions to guide a rights-respecting response to this crisis that addresses the needs of groups most at risk, including …

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Published on Apr 9, 2020

COVID-19 and Children’s Rights

A child washing hands with anti-bacterial soap as a preventive measure against COVID-19, at Sadarghat Launch Terminal, in Dhaka, Bangladesh, on March 27, 2020. © 2020 Zabed Hasnain Chowdhury/Sipa USA via AP Images Children who contract COVID-19 appear …

Source: Human Rights Watch - Neutral
Published on Mar 6, 2020

Daring lesbians, gays insist conference will be held in Ghana; ask for donor support

General News of Friday, 6 March 2020 Source: mynewsgh.com 2020-03-06 The Pan Africa International Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans and Intersex Association is unwavering in its resolve to holds its 5th Regional Conference in Ghana amidst threats from a …

Source: Ghana MMA - Neutral
Published on Mar 2, 2020

Margaret Court's church set up consulate for anti-gay regime

In a video filmed at the event - which was held six months before the contentious 50th anniversary of Ms Court’s grand slam - the former tennis champion prayed for “the bridging of these two nations”. Meanwhile, Mr Court, the brother of Richard Court and …

Source: The Sydney Morning Herald - Neutral
Published on Jan 10, 2020

Prepared Testimony to Commission on 'Unalienable' Rights

Good afternoon. My name is Kenneth Roth. I am the executive director of Human Rights Watch, a position I have held for the past 26 years. I thank the members of the commission for inviting me to testify today. Human Rights Watch was founded in 1978 as “ …

Source: Human Rights Watch - Neutral
Published on Dec 8, 2019

Ahead Of Human Rights Day, IPU Accuses Executive Branch Of Sponsoring Abuses Of Opposition Lawmakers

The Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU), a global organisation of Parliaments has taken a swipe at the Executive arm of government, accusing it of state-sponsored terrorism against opposition legislators. In the lead-up to Human Rights Day on December 10, IPU …

Source: The News Chronicle - Neutral
Published on Dec 2, 2019

US ambassador to Zambia ‘horrified’ by gay couple’s 15-year prison sentence

U.S. Ambassador to Zambia Daniel Foote (Photo public domain) The U.S. ambassador to Zambia has sharply criticized the sentencing of two men to 15 years in prison under the country’s colonial-era sodomy law. “I was personally horrified to read yesterday …

Source: Washington Blade - District of Columbia - Uncategorized
Published on Nov 28, 2019

Boris Johnson's offensive comments about women, black and gay people and more

Boris Johnson has shot back into the headlines after a 1995 article emerged where he made offensive comments about single mums and working-class men. The Tory leader has a long history of causing offence, mostly in his career as a journalist and …

Source: Daily Mirror - Left-wing
Published on Nov 14, 2019

No deal on women health rights as summit closes

The Director of People and Peace European High Commission Henriette Geige (left), Honourable Depute Madagascar Marco Tsaradia (C) and Minister of Foreign Affairs the Portuguese Republic Augusto Santos Silva during the session themed " Our bodies our …

Source: The Standard - Uncategorized
Published on Nov 6, 2019

Rising Cases Of Rights Violations Against Lawmakers Worries IPU

The rising cases of human rights violations against legislators around the world, is currently a major cause of worry to the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU). At the 141st IPU Assembly in Belgrade, Serbia, member parliaments strongly condemned the record …

Source: The News Chronicle - Neutral
Published on Oct 23, 2019

Kenya: “We Have a Broken Heart”: Sexual Violence against Refugees in Nairobi and Mombasa, Kenya - The Experiences of ...

Executive Summary “We have a broken heart here. We feel insecure. No one wants to help us.” – “Aisha,” trans refugee woman from Somalia. Up to 150,000 refugees and asylum seekers reside in the urban centers of Nairobi and Mombasa, Kenya. Most refugees in …

Source: ReliefWeb - Neutral
Published on Aug 27, 2020

A Platform for Queer People in Africa to Come together to Reclaim their Power

Pride Afrique is the first of its kind, a three-day virtual extravaganza celebrating Africa’s diverse, colorful community of sexual minorities. But behind the glitz and glam, participants say, is a very serious need to bring gay Africans into the light, as …

Source: Africa.com - Neutral

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Published on January 11, 2021 - 13:00 GMT

Sunworks Names Gaylon Morris as Chief Executive Officer

ROSEVILLE, Calif., Jan. 11, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sunworks, Inc. (Nasdaq: SUNW), a provider of solar power solutions for agriculture, commercial and industrial (ACI), public works and residential markets, today announced that the company’s Board of …

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Published on January 13, 2021 - 19:29 GMT

Queer Quarantine: “Lilies” Film Takes Home Awards at Short Film Festivals

PORTLAND, OREGON, USA, January 13, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- When COVID lockdowns began, poet Joni Renee Whitworth instituted a daily writing practice to ward off doomscrolling. The writing habit led to a messy basket full of papers, post-it …

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Published on January 13, 2021 - 19:05 GMT

“Train of Life”

“Train of Life” featuring Gloria Gaynor theme to “More Than Enough” LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA, USA, January 13, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Life is a journey of unknown destinations so share this video with the people you love before they (or you) …

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Published on January 20, 2021 - 19:21 GMT

Turning the Page on Trump to the Work Ahead

Picture it: The United States is riven by social unrest and political polarization. Millions of Americans feel unwelcome in the only home they’ve ever known. Thousands of immigrants are being rounded up, denied due process, and even deported. A rise in …

Distribution channels: Human Rights

Published on January 20, 2021 - 06:06 GMT

Queens of Rum in the Anglo-Saxon Caribbean Island

Female Master Blenders that are changing the rum industry MIAMI, FL, USA, January 19, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Caribbean is synonymous with beauty and sensuality but also with strong, enterprising women. These master blenders are …

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Published on January 20, 2021 - 02:21 GMT

Committees’ Committee Recommends Senate Standing Committee Leadership, Proposes Committee Assignments for New and ...

For Immediate Release: Contact: Chris Nordstrum (415) 601-1992 Chris.Nordstrum@nmlegis.gov January 19, 2021 SANTA FE — Today, the Senate Committees’ Committee submitted its recommendations for member and leadership changes to Senate Standing Committees …

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Published on January 19, 2021 - 22:11 GMT

The Moral Imperative to Eliminate the Historic Stain of Family Separation

In 2018, the ACLU brought a successful lawsuit, Ms. L. v. ICE, against the Trump administration’s barbaric practice of forcibly separating migrant families. At the time, we had no idea of the scale and depravity of the injustice, but now know that …

Distribution channels: Human Rights
Published on January 19, 2021 - 20:09 GMT

The Supreme Court’s One-Two Punch Against Women

With two swift actions last week, the Supreme Court proved it is alarmingly disinterested in protecting women’s lives. The first action by the court involved mifepristone, a drug used for medication abortion and miscarriage care. The Supreme Court …

Distribution channels: Human Rights

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Published on January 20, 2021 - 22:58 GMT

FUSE, Global Specialty Services Secure 10 Million Masks for St. Louis

Urban League, Kappa Alpha Psi Partner to Distribute Locally, Nationwide ST. LOUIS, MO, UNITED STATES, January 20, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- JANUARY 20, 2021 (ST LOUIS MO) -- The Urban League of Metropolitan St. Louis Inc. is preparing to accept …

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Published on January 20, 2021 - 22:08 GMT

BlackFacts.com Introduces Our “Black History Heroes” Video Series.

Blackfacts.com is delivering 3-5 minute video stories of the lives and legacies of Black History Heroes and Living Legends. Visit https://Blackfacts.com/heroes BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS, USA, January 20, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- …

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Published on January 20, 2021 - 22:07 GMT

Hindu Temple Destroyed and Buddhist Temple Installed in It's Place in Sri Lanka. TGTE calls for Action

Successive Sri Lankan Governments were involved in the destruction of Hindu Temples for several decades and build Buddhist Temples in it's place. JAFFNA, SRI LANKA, January 20, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In the latest development of …

Distribution channels: Human Rights, International Organizations ...
Published on January 20, 2021 - 21:11 GMT

A King in Paradise Presents: Our Health

Engaging Communities of Color in the Fight Against COVID-19 LA, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, January 20, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In light of the ongoing health crisis precipitated by the COVID-19 pandemic, A King in Paradise will host "Our …

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Published on January 20, 2021 - 21:09 GMT

Pres. Biden’s Call to End 'Uncivil War' Addressed in Transformational Thinker Peter Montoya’s ‘The Second Civil War’

New Book Is a Citizen’s Guide to Healing Our Fractured Nation: Four Solutions Offered LOS ANGELES, CA, USA, January 20, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- President Joe Biden called for an end to America’s “uncivil war” of political division in his …

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Published on January 20, 2021 - 20:24 GMT

New Harlem Coffee Company of Indian and Jamaican origin released an Inaugural blend in celebration of VP Kamala Harris

New Harlem Coffee Company of Indian and Jamaican origins created an Inaugural Coffee Blend to celebrate First Female Vice President Kamala Harris HARLEM, NY, USA, January 20, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- New Harlem Coffee Company of Indian and …

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Published on January 20, 2021 - 18:39 GMT

Choose Love SEL Awareness Month™ in February

Promoting Hope, Healing and Connection Through Social Emotional Learning (SEL) NEWTOWN, CT, UNITED STATES, January 20, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Jesse Lewis Choose Love Movement™, providing no-cost and social emotional learning and …

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Published on January 20, 2021 - 16:41 GMT

Volunteers Are Favorite Valentine For Local Nonprofit

The Salvation Army of Palm Beach County expresses love and appreciation to volunteers who help serve their community. WEST PALM BEACH, FLORIDA, USA, January 20, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Salvation Army of Palm Beach County expresses love …

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Published on January 20, 2021 - 13:00 GMT

Prolific Marketing Executive Turns Artistry Into Advocacy

Art Collections Created to Support Critical Causes SCRANTON, PENNSYLVANIA, USA, January 20, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Artistry meets advocacy in Northeast Pennsylvania painter Helen Lavelle’s new initiative, Painter with a Purpose. On a quest …

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Published on January 20, 2021 - 08:57 GMT

Angelena Bonet Wins Humanitarian Award For Her Documentary Film "Change The World"

Australian filmmaker, singer-songwriter and humanitarian, Bonet, is 'changing the world' as she wins at The Jane Austen International Film Festival in the U.K. SYDNEY, NSW, AUSTRALIA, January 20, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Australian …

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Published on January 20, 2021 - 07:43 GMT

CCHR Warning: The Horrors of Addiction - Craving Psychotropics

By far one of the most insidious addictions is one that is started with a doctor’s prescription pad -- for example opioids and psychotropics. CLEARWATER, FLORIDA, UNITED STATES, January 20, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The myriad of negative side- …

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Published on January 20, 2021 - 19:21 GMT

Turning the Page on Trump to the Work Ahead

Picture it: The United States is riven by social unrest and political polarization. Millions of Americans feel unwelcome in the only home they’ve ever known. Thousands of immigrants are being rounded up, denied due process, and even deported. A rise in …

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Published on January 20, 2021 - 19:20 GMT

Turning the Page on Trump to the Work Ahead

Picture it: The United States is riven by social unrest and political polarization. Millions of Americans feel unwelcome in the only home they’ve ever known. Thousands of immigrants are being rounded up, denied due process, and even deported. A rise in …

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Published on January 20, 2021 - 15:06 GMT

Joint Statement on Mozambique by United Nations Regional Directors for Southern and Eastern Africa

Download logo Escalating conflict and a deteriorating humanitarian situation in Cabo Delgado has left communities completely reliant on humanitarian assistance. According to the Government, attacks by non-state groups have forced more than 565,000 people …

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Published on January 20, 2021 - 13:52 GMT

MSF emergency team responds to worrying health needs in Riang, South Sudan, with high rates of malaria

Download logo Médecins Sans Frontières/Doctors Without Borders (MSF) is concerned about the situation in Riang, in Jonglei state, eastern South Sudan, where the health of communities is increasingly at risk. In January, an MSF emergency team flew into …

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Published on January 19, 2021 - 22:44 GMT

“STOP THE STEAL” 2020 PRESIDENTIAL WRITE IN CANDIDATE PETER W SHERRILL JOINS FORCES TO "HALT" THE AFRICAN UNION ELECTION

Head of COSUA gathers 28 million signatures challenging AUC Elections; Serious questions arise from Human Rights Defence Group International and IIAS RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA, UNITED STATES, January 19, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Peter W. …

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Published on January 19, 2021 - 21:43 GMT

#OneBillionVoicesForEducation The Global Campaign for Education (GCE) One Billion Voices for Education Campaign Launch

#OneBillionVoicesForEducation The Global Campaign for Education (GCE) One Billion Voices for Education Campaign Launch JOHANNESBURG, GAUTENG, SOUTH AFRICA, January 19, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- For immediate release The Global Campaign for …

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Published on January 19, 2021 - 21:31 GMT

Rural men have special physical, mental challenges during COVID-19 pandemic

WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, UNITED STATES, January 19, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Rural men have special physical, mental challenges during COVID-19 pandemic Contact: Communications@menshealthnetwork.org By Robin Mather For Men’s …

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Published on January 20, 2021 - 07:49 GMT

UNHCR finds dire need in Eritrean refugee camps cut off in Tigray conflict

UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, regained access to two refugee camps in Tigray and found Eritrean refugees in desperate need of supplies and services two months after conflict forced humanitarian workers to withdraw from the region. UNHCR led the first …

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Published on January 19, 2021 - 19:13 GMT

Donna Digital Receptionists Launches Industry-First Blind Recruitment Process

Donna has launched the first blind recruitment in the virtual receptionist industry in an effort to promote equality & opportunity in the workplace for everyone SAUSALITO, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, January 19, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- …

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