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  1. 49 minutes ago

    Peaceful protesters across have faced an increasingly violent response over past 4 weeks. We call on the Taliban to immediately cease use of force & arbitrary detention of those exercising their right to peaceful assembly, incl. journalists:

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  2. 3 hours ago

    🇦🇫: As Afghan women & men take to the streets during this time of great uncertainty to press peacefully for their human rights to be respected – incl. women’s right to work & education – it is crucial that those in power listen to their voices:

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  3. 3 hours ago

    In , following the release of our report, our Iraq Office met with lawyers of the Iraqi Bar Association & civil society orgs of the Justice Network for Prisoners to discuss strategies to prevent & promote accountability.

    A report by and calls for stronger compliance with international and Iraqi legal safeguards: -Ensure fair proceedings -Provide adequate detention conditions -Prevent torture 👉
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    6 hours ago

    The upcoming 48th session of the Human Rights Council will feature near-record levels of participation from representatives of remote and disadvantaged nations. ℹ️

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  5. 5 hours ago

    🇪🇹 Joint investigation by and into alleged violations of human rights, humanitarian & refugee law committed by all parties to the conflict in concludes field work phase. Final report to be published on 1 November 2021. 👉

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  6. Sep 8

    🇲🇽: The Supreme Court’s unanimous ruling declaring the criminalization of abortion to be unconstitutional is a significant step in protecting women's sexual and reproductive health & rights. We welcome the decision and call for it to be implemented throughout the country.

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  7. Sep 6

    New report: multiplies threats to migrants’ human rights in . Read more:

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    Sep 4

    We are united to bring about a day when on one is held back from achievement. A day when we look at people different from oursleves and see only our shared humanity. This is just the beginning.

    WeThe15: This is just the beginning
    As the Paralympic Games comes to a close, we signal the beginning.
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  9. Sep 5

    Human rights need to be meaningfully reflected throughout the post-2020 Global Biodiversity Framework. This life-changing text must emphasise people's rights, incl. the right to a healthy environment, participation and justice – :

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  10. Sep 5

    Biodiversity & ecosystem loss have devastating impacts on . Transformative change for nature and people is an imperative – UN Human Rights Chief says at the . Read 👉

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    Sep 2

    🇦🇫: Torture is prohibited in any circumstances – UN body calls on the authorities to uphold int'l obligations of the State, including the provisions of the Convention against Torture and of its Optional Protocol . 👉

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  12. Sep 1

    : Texas law (SB8) endangers women with unprecedented obstacles to safe abortion in nearly all cases. New forms of pressuring those who uphold sexual and reproductive health & rights, including service providers, are a serious concern.

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    Sep 1

    New findings on 🇱🇧 & 🇳🇱 highlight human rights violations against migrants, refugees & minorities. Recommendations include adequate legislation against racial profiling, online hate speech & discrimination + accountability. 👉

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    Aug 31

    "Es necesario garantizar la búsqueda de todas las personas desaparecidas y el acceso a la justicia, así como prevenir nuevas desapariciones." — Lee 👉 📷

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    Aug 30

    Happening 31 August 2021 🗓️📢 Join us as we observe the first International Day of People of African Descent, an opportunity to recognize and honour the extraordinary contributions of people of African descent around the globe. ➡️

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    Aug 30

    The first-ever International Day for People of African Descent is a celebration of their enormous contributions to every field of human endeavour. It’s also a long overdue recognition of the profound injustices they continue to endure, and an urgent call for all to .

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    Aug 31

    From speaking up & engaging in constructive discussions to volunteering in support of vulnerable groups, we can all do our part to & all forms of discrimination. More on Tuesday's International Day for People of :

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  18. Aug 31

    Dreams & Defiance: In Celebration of the first Int'l Day of People of , watch this video about arts & cultural expressions highlighting the interconnectedness of the past & present.

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  19. Aug 31

    Hoy, y todos los días, debemos decir: racismo sistémico nunca más – en el primer Día Internacional de los : Debemos de transformar las culturas de privilegio y de negación en culturas de derechos e igualdad. 👉

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  20. Aug 31

    Today, and every day, we must stand against systemic racism – UN Human Rights Chief says on first Int'l Day for People of : We must transform cultures of privilege & denial into cultures of human rights & equality. 👉

    62 replies 113 retweets 292 likes
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