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Human Rights First @humanrightsfirst.org · 6d

Human Rights First urges the Trump administration to schedule consultations with Congress to reinstate U.S. refugee resettlement. Take action with @rcusa.bsky.social to call on your elected officials to defend resettlement: rcusa.org/take-action-...

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TAKE ACTION: Urge Congressional, State, and Local Elected Leaders to Defend Refugees and the U.S. Resettlement Program - Refugee Council USA

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Human Rights First @humanrightsfirst.org · 6d

Human Rights First joined 3700+ civil society organizations opposing the Trump administration's unlawful and politically motivated targeting of nonprofits that harm the countless people who rely on their work. Read our letter: fb1cd5ab-5a51-475c-87d1-10904a61146d.usrfiles.com/ugd/fb1cd5_4...

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Human Rights First @humanrightsfirst.org · 7d

Human Rights First is honoring Richard Gere with its first-ever Visionary Award, recognizing his lifetime of standing for dignity, justice, and global human rights — from Tibet to HIV/AIDS advocacy and beyond.

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Human Rights First Honors Richard Gere with Inaugural Visionary Award for Lifetime Achievements in Human Rights - Human Rights First

New York City — Human Rights First is proud to announce that renowned actor, humanitarian, and activist Richard Gere will be the recipient of the organization’s inaugural Visionary Award, to be presen...

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Human Rights First @humanrightsfirst.org · 7d

We stand with @pressfreedom.bsky.social and call for an investigation and accountability for this misuse of force against journalists doing their job. gothamist.com/news/journal...

Journalist taken to the hospital after shove by officer outside immigration court in NYC

The journalist, who works with a Turkish news agency, was put in a neck brace and transported to the hospital.

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Human Rights First @humanrightsfirst.org · 7d

The Trump admin’s push to expand military involvement in US cities — & its meetings with generals about domestic deployments — is dangerous and un-American. This blurs the line between civilian law enforcement & the military, putting our democracy at risk.

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The Trump Administration’s Military Escalation in U.S. Cities is Dangerous and Un-American - Human Rights First

Washington, D.C. — The Trump administration’s recent deployment of National Guard troops to U.S. cities, and the President’s address to the nation’s Flag and General Officers today attempting to justi...

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Human Rights First @humanrightsfirst.org · 8d

#Ukraine’s corruption fighters are under fire.
Even after the July reversal of the controversial law stripping NABU & SAPO of independence, attacks on the agencies continue.

Read more in our latest blog: humanrightsfirst.org/library/why-...

Why Ukraine’s Anti-Corruption Institutions Remain at Risk - Human Rights First

By Suchita Uppal Last week, Ukraine’s Security Service (SBU) carried out searches targeting former National Anti-Corruption Bureau (NABU) detectives now working at Ukrzaliznytsia, the state railway op...

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Human Rights First @humanrightsfirst.org · 8d

We joined 50+ nonpartisan, nonprofit orgs affirming solidarity with Open Society Foundations & its vital work to strengthen democracy & uphold freedom. Weaponization of justice to target civil society for their constitutionally protected work should alarm every American, no matter their politics.

Progressive nonprofits condemn Trump's targeting of George Soros and his foundations

Dozens of progressive nonprofits condemned President Donald Trump’s general attacks on his political opponents and a specific report of a potential investigation into billionaire George Soros’ philant...

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Human Rights First @humanrightsfirst.org · 9d

Our hearts are with all those impacted by yesterday's horrific attack in Grand Blanc Township, MI. We should be able to worship, attend school, and exist in our communities without fear of events like this.

What We Know About the Shooting and Fire at a Michigan Church

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Human Rights First @humanrightsfirst.org · 12d

Bullying allies on the world stage is not leadership. At the UN General Assembly High Level Week, Human Rights First President and CEO @uzraz.bsky.social reminds us of the importance of maintaining international commitments to human rights and protecting marginalized people everywhere.

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Human Rights First @humanrightsfirst.org · 12d

The Trump admin’s new memo on “Countering Domestic Terrorism & Political Violence” threatens core freedoms by conflating protected speech and protest with criminal conduct. It risks eroding First Amendment and due process protections.

See our statement ⬇️

Presidential Memo Purporting to Counter Domestic Terrorism and Political Violence Threatens Constitutional Protections - Human Rights First

Washington, D.C.— The Trump administration yesterday issued a Presidential Memorandum titled Countering Domestic Terrorism and Organized Political Violence that presents a serious threat to our core f...

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National Immigration Law Center @nilc.org · 23d

🗣️The people united will never be defeated.

Today marks the start of #LatineHeritageMonth — a time to celebrate the culture, power & resilience of Latine people.

But this celebration is also an act of resistance. As our communities face attacks on our dignity, we remember: we're stronger together.

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Human Rights First @humanrightsfirst.org · 14d

At tomorrow’s #UNGCUSASummit, our CEO @uzraz.bsky.social will join business & civil society leaders to explore how the private sector can advance social sustainability and human rights amid global crises. Learn more about the annual summit: globalcompactusa.org/annualsummit

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Human Rights First @humanrightsfirst.org · 15d

At the UN this morningTrump pushed falsehoods & xenophobia, trying to export his anti-immigrant agenda worldwide.

Our CEO & President @uzraz.bsky.social decried his speech as a "cacophony of false information, xenophobia, and cruelty."

Read our full statement: humanrightsfirst.org/library/trum...

Trump Peddles Anti-Immigrant Falsehoods at the United Nations - Human Rights First

New York, NY–In remarks this morning at the United Nations, President Trump demonstrated his shortsightedness and fomented division on the most important global issues while attempting to export his a...

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Human Rights First @humanrightsfirst.org · 16d

Alaa Abd El-Fattah, Egypt’s most prominent dissident, has been pardoned after years of imprisonment. His release is a victory for human rights and a call for freedom for all political prisoners.

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Egypt's President Sisi pardons high-profile Egyptian-British activist Alaa Abd El-Fattah, al Qahera news says

Egypt's President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi pardoned high-profile Egyptian-British activist, Alaa Abd el-Fattah, after a lengthy imprisonment and repeated hunger strikes that prompted international pleas for his release, Al Qahera news said on Monday.

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Human Rights First @humanrightsfirst.org · 16d

Alongside 268 faith-based, NGO, & civil society orgs, we call on UN Member States to uphold and strengthen international refugee, human rights, and humanitarian treaties and reject efforts to undo or undermine these legal norms. Read more ⬇️

Upholding Not Undermining International Law: Civil Society Open Letter to States - Human Rights First

The 268 faith-based, non-governmental, and other civil society organizations listed below call on UN Member States to uphold, preserve, strengthen, and celebrate international refugee, human rights, a...

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Human Rights First @humanrightsfirst.org · 21d

On #ConstitutionDay, we reflect on the right to dissent—a cornerstone of American democracy. Trump’s use of the National Guard in LA & DC threatens that right, but residents are standing up to defend their cities. Read about how DC residents have stood up👇

Dissent in A Police State: How DC is Fighting Back - Human Rights First

Anyone who has lived in Washington, DC knows that, unlike New York or Los Angeles, it is not a city known for its food or fashion, but for its unwavering passion for policy, and its residents’ procliv...

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Human Rights First @humanrightsfirst.org · 22d

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Human Rights First @humanrightsfirst.org · 22d

The trial of former British paratrooper Soldier F opened in Belfast yesterday, 53 years after #BloodySunday. He is charged with 2 murders & 5 attempted murders. Our Sr. advisor @dooleydooley.bsky.social tells you what you needs to know in this brief explainer. #speirgorm

Explainer: Soldier F on Trial for Bloody Sunday Murders - Human Rights First

The trial of Former British paratrooper Lance Corporal Soldier F opened this week in Belfast, Northern Ireland. He is charged with two murders and five attempted murders on Bloody Sunday in Derry in 1...

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Congressional Hispanic Caucus @hispaniccaucus.bsky.social · 23d

En este Mes de la Herencia Hispana es especialmente importante celebrar el poder que emana de la diversidad. Los latinos en los Estados Unidos somos la personificación de ‘e pluribus unum’ – de muchos, uno.

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Congressional Hispanic Caucus @hispaniccaucus.bsky.social · 23d

This Hispanic Heritage Month, it is especially important to celebrate the power that comes from diversity. U.S. Latinos are the embodiment of ‘e pluribus unum’ – out of many, one.

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Human Rights First @humanrightsfirst.org · 22d

TOMORROW: Join Human Rights First President and CEO @uzraz.bsky.social and Senior Advisor Scott Busby on Wednesday, Sept. 17, for an online briefing on the integrity and future of the State Department’s annual Country Reports on Human Rights Practices.

Register below.

Briefing on the State Department’s Human Rights Reports - Human Rights First

Briefing on the State Department’s Human Rights ReportsWednesday, September 17, 2025 | 12:00–1:00 PM ET Join Uzra Zeya, President and CEO of Human Rights First, and Scott Busby, Senior Advisor, for a ...

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Human Rights First @humanrightsfirst.org · 22d

Human Rights First is proud to honor @wilmerhale.bsky.social with the 2025 Marvin E. Frankel Award for their unwavering pro bono contributions! 5,000+ hours just this year defending asylum seekers & advancing justice. Thank you for your partnership! humanrightsfirst.org/library/huma...

Human Rights First Honors WilmerHale with 2025 Marvin E. Frankel Award for Exceptional Pro Bono Advocacy - Human Rights First

New York — Human Rights First proudly announces that WilmerHale will receive the 2025 Marvin E. Frankel Award, recognizing the firm’s outstanding pro bono contributions to protecting the rights of asy...

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Human Rights First @humanrightsfirst.org · 26d

The Trump admin is trying to globalize its anti-immigrant agenda—undermining international law, attacking refugee protections, & pressuring other nations to follow. Our CEO @uzraz.bsky.social says this is an “assault on human rights that puts lives at risk.” Read our full statement⬇️

Trump Administration Attempts to Globalize Its Anti-Immigrant Agenda - Human Rights First

Washington, D.C. — In the wake of public statements and media reports indicating that the Trump administration plans to subvert international agreements that protect people fleeing persecution, Human...

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Human Rights First @humanrightsfirst.org · 27d

Congrats to @cristosal.bsky.social, honored with the 2025 William D. Zabel Human Rights Award! Despite threats and repression, they continue to provide legal & psychosocial support to survivors, defend refugees, & pursue accountability across Central America. humanrightsfirst.org/library/cris...

Cristosal Receives 2025 William D. Zabel Human Rights Award from Human Rights First - Human Rights First

New York City — Human Rights First is proud to honor Cristosal with the 2025 William D. Zabel Human Rights Award in recognition of the organization’s unwavering commitment to justice, accountability, ...

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Human Rights First @humanrightsfirst.org · 27d

In August 2025, ICE operated a record 240 removal flights. Passengers on these deportation flights endured hours and sometimes days in shackles. Read our @iceflightmonitor.bsky.social's August report: humanrightsfirst.org/library/ice-flight-monitor-august-2025-report/

New Report Finds Record Number of U.S. Immigration Enforcement Flights in August Under Trump Administration - Human Rights First

Washington, D.C. — A new report released today by ICE Flight Monitor, housed at Human Rights First, reveals that August 2025 marked a record-high number of U.S. immigration enforcement flights, unders...

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