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What's this? Updates on critical #humanrights issues? Our #WeekInReview is live! Check it out 👉 www.humanrightsresearch.org/post/decembe...
#HRRC #Democracy #LandRights #MigrantRights #WorkersRights #LaborExploitation #Protests #FreeSpeech #News #Research
December 8, 2025 at 3:06 PM
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Tunisian courts have upheld prison sentences with few changes for nearly 40 opposition figures in the controversial “Conspiracy Case.”

🔗 Read more in Aamnah Fatima Khan’s latest news brief: www.humanrightsresearch.org/post/tunisia...

#HumanRights #HRRC #Tunisia #Conspiracy #Democracy
Graphic featuring image of protestors standing outside of building with images of politicians on posters. THE HUMAN RIGHTS RESEARCH CENTER BREAKING NEWS Tunisia’s Appeal Rulings Deepen Fears of Politicized Justice and Human Rights Erosion Author: Aamnah Fatima Khan
December 5, 2025 at 9:38 PM
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Before election results could be decided, a military coup of the Guinea Bissau government took place, leaving General Horta Inta-A as new transitional president.

Read more in Erina Bazán López‘s latest news brief: www.humanrightsresearch.org/post/amid-a-...

#HumanRights #HRRC #GuineaBissau #Coup
Graphic featuring image of numerous uniformed men with guns riding in trucks. THE HUMAN RIGHTS RESEARCH CENTER BREAKING NEWS Amid a pattern of regional coups, military takeover in Guinea-Bissau raises international concern Author: Erina Bazán López
December 5, 2025 at 4:35 PM
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Authorities in Hong Kong arrest three people for “seditious intent,” following devastating apartment fire that killed over 150 people. Read more in Devin Windelspecht, MSc’s latest news brief: www.humanrightsresearch.org/post/hong-ko...

#HumanRights #HRRC #China #HongKong #FreedomOfExpression
Graphic featuring image of the destroyed apartment complexes emitting smoke. Text states: THE HUMAN RIGHTS RESEARCH CENTER BREAKING NEWS Hong Kong authorities detain voices seeking accountability for devastating apartment fire Author: Devin Windelspecht, MSc
December 4, 2025 at 7:57 PM
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UN human rights experts have cited “widespread and systematic” exploitation of Bangladeshi migrant workers in Malaysia.

🔗Read more in Peter Clarkin’s latest news brief: www.humanrightsresearch.org/post/widespr...

#HumanRights #HRRC #Malaysia #Bangladesh #MigrantRights
Graphic featuring image of Bangaldeshi workers in Malaysia. Text states: THE HUMAN RIGHTS RESEARCH CENTER BREAKING NEWS Widespread exploitation of Bangladeshi workers persists in Malaysia Author: Peter Clarkin, MA.
December 4, 2025 at 4:58 PM
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The recent collapse at a cobalt and copper mine in the Democratic Republic of Congo highlights concerns about working conditions and the lack of safety regulations in mining.

Read more: www.humanrightsresearch.org/post/the-dev...
December 3, 2025 at 8:10 PM
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The #UK government has weapons it’s counter-terrorism powers against the group #PalestineAction to restrict #freedomofexpression, association, and peaceful assembly.

Read more about the impacts of this ban in #HRRC contributor Emma Nelson’s new article: www.humanrightsresearch.org/post/britain...
December 3, 2025 at 3:39 PM
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This #GivingTuesday, support HRRC’s fight for #humanrights and justice worldwide.

Every donation helps drive real impact. www.humanrightsresearch.org/donate

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This #GivingTuesday, support HRRC’s fight for #humanrights and justice worldwide. Every donation helps drive real impact. https://www.humanrightsresearch.org/donate #HRRC #SocialImpact #Nonprofit #Charity #Donate
December 2, 2025 at 8:50 PM
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#Kenya orders Kakuzi to return 3,200 acres after decades of abuses. #HRRC urges a victim-centered approach to restore dignity and prevent corporate interference. Read our full #news brief.
www.humanrightsresearch.org/post/land-ri...

#HumanRights #LandRights #LandJustice #Justice #Accountability
December 1, 2025 at 7:29 PM
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Sentenced to 15 years for defending #workersrights in #Algeria. Ali's conviction is based on a forced confession after torture. #HRRC & 19 orgs demand his immediate release.
www.humanrightsresearch.org/post/algeria...
#HumanRights #News #PoliticalRepression #Justice #FreeSpeech #LaborRights
November 30, 2025 at 3:52 PM
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2/2 What can you do to support Indigenous communities on Thanksgiving?
November 27, 2025 at 4:38 PM
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1/2 #Thanksgiving is a day of mourning for #NativeAmericans, reflecting centuries of loss and injustice. #HRRC urges the U.S. Government to take stronger action on #reparations and #equality.

#HumanRights #IndigenousRights #NationalDayOfMourning #Equity #SocialJustice
November 27, 2025 at 4:37 PM
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Anti-immigration riots and racist attacks have been on the rise in the #UK. Read #HRRC contributor Natalie Bello’s article to learn more about this xenophobic #violence and the #farright activists behind it.

www.humanrightsresearch.org/post/the-ris...

#xenophobia #racism #islamophobia #immigration
November 26, 2025 at 3:36 PM
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#ICRC announces 17% budget cut & 3,000 job losses in 2026 as #humanitarianaid funding declines. Humanitarian needs are rising, but resources are shrinking. www.humanrightsresearch.org/post/red-cro...
#HumanRights #HRRC #News #HumanitarianCrisis #HumanitarianEmergency
#ICRC announces 17% budget cut & 3,000 job losses in 2026 as #humanitarianaid funding declines. Humanitarian needs are rising, but resources are shrinking. https://www.humanrightsresearch.org/post/red-cross-to-cut-nearly-3-000-jobs-due-to-reduced-aid-funding #HumanRights #HRRC #News #HumanitarianCrisis #HumanitarianEmergency
November 25, 2025 at 6:47 PM
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10+ million people are #stateless, living without #nationality, legal protection, and often without basic #humanrights. HRRC's Sibghat Sheikh dives deep into why this happens. www.humanrightsresearch.org/post/statele...
#HRRC #Statelessness #Citizenship #LegalReform #InternationalLaw
November 25, 2025 at 2:44 PM
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Use your skills for good! Join our creative team and help us share stories that matter. Virtual | Flexible | Impactful
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November 24, 2025 at 9:57 PM
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November 20, 2025 at 5:55 PM
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HRRC contributor Jasmyn Tang’s breakdown of the U.S. Constitution’s separation of church and state shows its relevance to healthcare and medical practitioners.

www.humanrightsresearch.org/post/the-sep...

#HRRC #humanrights #firstamendment #religiousfreedom #healthcare #medicine
November 19, 2025 at 7:03 PM
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New publication: HRRC's Sasha Leonard uncovers how tragedies are weaponized to fuel #xenophobia and racialized narratives in U.S. #immigrationpolicy. www.humanrightsresearch.org/post/the-exp...
#HumanRights #HRRC #Immigration #UnitedStates #MigrantRights #SocialJustice
New publication: HRRC's Sasha Leonard uncovers how tragedies are weaponized to fuel #xenophobia and racialized narratives in U.S. #immigrationpolicy. https://www.humanrightsresearch.org/post/the-exploitation-of-tragedy-examining-the-laken-riley-act-iryna-s-law-and-the-racialization-of-im #HumanRights #HRRC #Immigration #UnitedStates #MigrantRights #SocialJustice
November 18, 2025 at 6:13 PM
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#EU #externalization of #migration control isn’t just policy, it’s shaping lives. From Libya to Mauritania, agreements have led to severe #humanrights abuses. Read the full analysis: www.humanrightsresearch.org/post/eu-exte...
#HRRC #MigrationPolicy #MigrantRights #DueProcess #InternationalLaw
November 13, 2025 at 3:03 PM
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HRRC contributor Kate Minichiello’s new article covers the Trump administration’s anti-free speech tactics against news media, universities, and other institutions.

Read more: www.humanrightsresearch.org/post/the-att...

#HRRC #humanrights #freespeech #firstamendment #censorship #unitedstates
November 12, 2025 at 6:05 PM
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New publication: Libyan women married to foreigners face systemic #discrimination rooted in tribal and legal barriers. #GenderEquality demands justice, citizenship, and dignity for all. www.humanrightsresearch.org/post/discrim...
#HumanRights #HRRC #Libya #WomensRights #SocialJustice
New publication: Libyan women married to foreigners face systemic #discrimination rooted in tribal and legal barriers. #GenderEquality demands justice, citizenship, and dignity for all. https://www.humanrightsresearch.org/post/discrimination-in-libyan-law-and-society-and-its-effect-on-women-s-marriage-rights #HumanRights #HRRC #Libya #WomensRights #SocialJustice
November 11, 2025 at 3:55 PM
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📣 HRRC’s #WeekInReview is live!

Our latest publications and news briefs touch on a number of pressing issues, including attacks on press freedom, authoritarianism in Africa, representation in Chinese television, and more.

Read the full roundup ➡️ lnkd.in/dDuTbh53
November 10, 2025 at 5:55 PM
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🌈 #BLDramas dominate screens in #China, but do they challenge norms or just aestheticize tolerance? Vivian Sun explores the limits of #LGBTQ+ representation in this booming genre. www.humanrightsresearch.org/post/aesthet...
#HumanRights #HRRC #BoysLove #LGBTQRights #Equality #GenderPolitics #Media
November 6, 2025 at 6:21 PM
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The longevity of #authoritarian leaders in some African countries threatens #humanrights, #stability, economic prosperity, and #democracy. Read #HRRC contributor Michael Masrie’s new article on the domestic and regional impacts of these regimes:

www.humanrightsresearch.org/post/authori...
November 5, 2025 at 5:56 PM