HRC55: CIVIL SOCIETY PRESENTS KEY TAKEAWAYS FROM THE SESSION

At the 55th Human Rights Council session, civil society organisations share reflections on key outcomes and highlight gaps in addressing crucial issues and situations. READ MORE > 

ALGERIA: DETAINEES MUST BE RELEASED AND CIVIC SPACE OPENED

In a joint statement, 18 Algerian, regional and international organisations called for the immediate release of all persons unjustly imprisoned for exercising their rights to freedom of opinion, association and peaceful assembly in Algeria. READ MORE > 

CALLING BURKINA FASO TO EFFECTIVELY IMPLEMENT LAWS THAT PROTECT DEFENDERS

At the 55th session of the Human Rights Council, during the adoption of the Universal Periodic Review report of Burkina Faso, ISHR delivered a statement calling on Burkina Faso to strengthen the protection of civic space and effectively implement the law that guarantees a secure working environment for defenders.
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CALLING FOR A SAFE ENVIRON-MENT FOR DEFENDERS IN CAPE VERDE

At the 55th session of the Human Rights Council, during the adoption of the Universal Periodic Review report of Cape Verde, ISHR and  the Cape Verde Network of Human Rights Defenders (RECADDH) delivered a statement calling on the State to promote the work of defenders and journalists in a safe environment. READ MORE >

A LOOK AT THE DEFENCE OF HUMAN RIGHTS IN LATIN AMERICA AND THE CARIBBEAN

In the face of multiple human rights crisis in the region, as well as significant political changes, defenders spoke at the Human Rights Council’s 55th session about the realities they have faced, calling for greater action and new mechanisms, and noting that political expediency shouldn't trump the objective assessment of the need for Council action on country situations. READ MORE >

EXPERT ON HAITI HIGHLIGHTS RISE OF VIOLENCE, NEED TO ADDRESS ROOT CAUSES OF INSTABILITY

At the 55th session of the Human Rights Council, the High Commissioner for Human Rights held an interactive dialogue on the situation of Haiti with the participation of the Designated Expert, William O’Neil. READ MORE >

NICARAGUA: IT WILL TAKE 'MANY YEARS AND RESOURCES' TO RE-ESTABLISH RULE OF LAW, RESPECT FOR HUMAN RIGHTS

During an interactive dialogue with States at the Human Rights Council, the Group of Human Rights Experts on Nicaragua (GHREN) once again expressed its frustration at the lack of cooperation from the Nicaraguan authorities. 
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CAMEROON: PROTECT DEFENDERS AHEAD OF THE UPCOMING GENERAL ELECTIONS

At the adoption of the Universal Periodic Review report for Cameroon, ISHR, the Cameroonian Network of Human Right Organisations (RECODH) and the Pathways for Women Empowerment and Development (PawED) delivered a joint statement calling on Cameroon to protect defenders ahead of the upcoming general elections. READ MORE >

UN VOICES UNANIMOUSLY CONDEMN HONG KONG'S NEW NATIONAL SECURITY LAW

Hong Kong's new national security legislation has sparked international concerns over its potential to further erode civil liberties and fundamental freedoms, and civil society engagement with the UN. ISHR calls for the repeal of this law and cease to interpret cooperation with UN bodies as a national security threat. 
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FRENCH GUIANA: INDIGENOUS KALI’NA PEOPLE APPEAL TO UN TO STOP POWER PLANT PROJECT ENCROACHING ON THEIR LAND

The Indigenous Kali'na community of the village of Prospérité has filed a request to the UN Committee on the Elimination of Racial Discrimination to activate an early warning procedure that would urge French authorities to halt construction of a power plant on land that is essential to their way of life. READ MORE >

CALLING FOR DEVELOPMENT, REPARATIONS, RIGHT TO ANCESTRAL TERRITORIES FOR PEOPLE OF AFRICAN DESCENT

ISHR and Articulación Latinoaméricana por el Decenio Afrodescendientes (ALDA) joined global anti-racism movements to demand recognition, justice and development for people of African descent. READ MORE >

CALLING FOR VISIBILITY ON RACIAL DISCRIMINATION AND ANTI-BLACKNESS IN LATIN AMERICA

At a Human Rights Council general debate on racism, racial discrimination, xenophobia and related forms of intolerance, Racismo MX and ISHR delivered a joint statement on systemic racism and the invisibility of Afro-descendants and Indigenous peoples in Mexico. READ MORE >

HUMAN RIGHTS DEFENDERS' STORY: SILA AND ESMA FROM GERMANY

Sila, a German college student, and Esma, a Uyghur from Frankfurt, co-founded the Uyghur Youth Initiative to advocate for Uyghur rights. Through protests, social media, and educational campaigns, they aim to raise awareness of the Uyghurs' plight and empower both Uyghur and allied youth in Germany. READ MORE >

FINAL CALL: TRIBUTE TO CAO SHUNLI WITH A BUST IN GENEVA

A decade since Cao Shunli's passing, we advocate for a lasting tribute in Geneva—a bust near the UN headquarters. This tribute honours her legacy and the courage of all human rights defenders working with the UN. The petition closes soon. This is your moment to stand with them. Sign our petition today! CLICK HERE >

ANNOUNCING THE LAUNCH OF OUR ANNUAL REPORT

Effectively realising human rights for everyone, everywhere is the pathway to free, fair and just communities and a more peaceful and sustainable world. This must remain our north star as we face the multiple and worsening crises and conflicts around the world. 
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INDICATORS TO TRACK BUSINESSES' RESPECT OF THE RIGHTS OF DEFENDERS

ISHR's new indicators are designed to provide baseline guidance on what is required to monitor the implementation of the responsibility of business to respect the rights of human rights defenders. Have a look! 
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