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This December, we reflect on the importance of applying a consistent, principled approach to human rights. We invite you to join our campaign to #RepealRSDL in China. We seek your continuous support and participation in our annual fundraising appeal.

Thank you for standing with human rights defenders in 2023. We wish all our readers a joyful festive season and a healthy, peaceful and fruitful new year!

DIRECTOR'S UPDATE: HUMAN RIGHTS AT THE CROSSROADS
 

As the year end looms, ISHR executive director Phil Lynch shares reflections on the context in which we operate, the importance of applying a principled, non-discriminatory approach to human rights, and the crucial work of defenders. READ MORE > 

PRISON OR EXILE: ACTIVIST DENOUNCES FATE OF FEMINIST ACTIVISTS IN NICARAGUA

In the Human Rights Council debate on Nicaragua, UN experts, governments and NGOs worry about the deepening human rights crisis, and urge Nicaragua to reengage with the international community. READ MORE >

MORE PRIDE, LESS PREJUDICE IN MAURITIUS' LEGAL TRIUMPH


In a historic ruling on 4 October 2023, the Supreme Court of Mauritius declared prohibitions of sodomy unconstitutional. This landmark decision marked a significant advancement for LGBTIQ+ rights in the country. READ MORE >

PROTECTION MECHANISM VITAL TO IMPLEMENTATION OF DEFENDERS LAW IN BURKINA FASO

At a strategic consultation in Ouagadougou, the National Mechanism for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders adopted its 2024 Action Plan to enhance support for defenders amid shrinking civic space and heightened State focus on terrorism. READ MORE >

ELECTION OF THE HUMAN RIGHTS COUNCIL PRESIDENT

The UN Human Rights Council prepares to elect its 2024 President from Africa—Morocco & South Africa in the running. In a joint letter, NGOs urge all members of the Council to elect the Council President based on Council membership criteria. READ MORE >

SAFEGUARD CIVIL SOCIETY PARTICIPATION AT THE HUMAN RIGHTS COUNCIL

ISHR joins forces with global civil society groups in a joint appeal at the Human Rights Council for enhanced, inclusive, and secure civil society participation in human rights dialogues. READ MORE > 

DEFENDER STORY: MOSES VON KALLON, FROM SIERRA LEONE

Meet Moses, the co-founder of Aquarius Supervivientes, a group that advocates for the rights of immigrants in Spain and supports their integration. READ MORE >

BRINGING THE UNIVERSAL DECLARATION TO LIFE

At the UN’s Human Rights 75 High-Level event, ISHR Programme Director Pooja Patel reflected on 25 years since the adoption of the UN Declaration on Human Rights Defenders, examining key achievements, challenges, and the future of human rights.  READ MORE >

CELEBRATING HUMAN RIGHTS DEFENDERS DAY

We pay tribute to those who defend human rights: their work is essential to make our world a fairer place. We also celebrate the 25th anniversary of the UN Declaration on Human Rights Defenders. We are marking this day in several ways. READ MORE >

OPINION: DEFENDERS ARE THE LIFEBLOOD OF THE UNIVERSAL DECLARATION

ISHR celebrated the vital work of human rights defenders at a conference on 'The Universal Declaration of Human Rights Seventy-Five Years On: Achievements and Current Challenges.' READ MORE >

URGENT MEDICAL CARE NEEDED FOR JAILED BAHRAINI OPPOSITION LEADER

In an open letter, 16 human rights organisations have made an urgent plea to Bahraini authorities to release opposition leader Hassan Mushaima. Detained since 2011, he requires urgent medical treatment. READ MORE >

CIVIL SOCIETY URGES EU TO RE-ASSESS FUNDING FOR PALESTINIAN AND ISRAELI NGOs

ISHR and 90+ civil society organisations call on European States to revisit Palestinian/Israeli NGO funding cuts, stressing vital human rights roles, policy alignment needs, and debunking baseless terror claims. READ MORE > 
CAMPAIGNS

SUPPORT ISHR'S DECEMBER FUNDRAISING APPEAL

This December, we are raising funds to support defenders around the world with valuable skills and resources to achieve meaningful change. It's not too late to join our donor board and contribute! 
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A CALL TO REPEAL RSDL IN CHINA

We are mobilising the international community to put pressure on the Chinese Government to #RepealRSDL, a form of enforced disappearance widely used to silence those who defend human rights. Join our campaign! READ MORE >
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