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Ten ways that Saudi Arabia violates human rights

3 weeks ago | amnesty.org.uk

Ten ways that Saudi Arabia violates human rights Saudi Arabia makes headlines hosting glittering events, securing famous footballers including Cristiano Ronaldo to play in its national league, and for innventive ideas such as the notorious 'The Line' city concept. But the reality for people living in Saudi Arabia, is one where their basic human rights are ignored, their freedoms are restricted and punishment is severe.
Universal Declaration of Human Rights at 76

Dec 8, 2024 | amnesty.org.uk | Shao Jiang

In commemoration of the 76th anniversary of the adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, 45 pro-democracy activists were sentenced to prison in Hong Kong. Citizen journalist Zhang Zhan, who had already served four years of her sentence, was detained again, Dong Yuyu, a former state media journalist was sentenced to a long term of imprisonment. A Tibetan environmental activist has been sentenced in prison.
CCP's 75-Year Garbage Time in History

Oct 6, 2024 | amnesty.org.uk | Shao Jiang

Today is the 75th anniversary of founding the Party Empire (党天下) by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP). Today is not a day of celebration, but a day of remembrance for the dead, a day of remembrance of the CCP-made disasters(中共制造的人祸). Over the past 75 years, the one-party absolute power has caused the unnatural deaths of tens of millions of persons, including some of our friends and relatives.
CCP's 75-Year Garbage Time in History -Speech at Rally on 1st of October 2024

Oct 4, 2024 | amnesty.org.uk | Shao Jiang

Today is the 75th anniversary of founding the Party Empire (党天下) by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP). Today is not a day of celebration, but a day of remembrance for the dead, a day of remembrance of the CCP-made disasters(中共制造的人祸). Over the past 75 years, the one-party tyrany has caused the unnatural deaths of tens of millions of persons, including some of our friends and relatives. The CCP has robbed the victims of their food, causing them to starve to death.
FIVE YEARS OF SILENCE AND STRUGGLE IN KASHMIR

Aug 9, 2024 | amnesty.org.uk | Rachel O'Brien

By Ahmad* with Cherry Bird, Country Coordinator for IndiaIt has been five years since India revoked Jammu and Kashmir's semi-autonomous status, a decision that plunged the region into a stringent lockdown marked by extensive control over freedom of the press, expression, and politics. Thousands of activists, human rights defenders, journalists, and political figures found themselves imprisoned, either within Kashmir or in facilities across India.
United Nations Committee against Torture expresses concern that torture and ill-treatment still endemic in Türkiye

Aug 9, 2024 | amnesty.org.uk | Rachel O'Brien |Chris Ramsey

Written by Chris Ramsey, Country Coordinator for Türkiye On 26 July the United Nations Committee against Torture that monitors states’ compliance with the UN Convention against Torture and other Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or punishment published its latest review of the situation in Türkiye. The Committee was concerned by allegations that torture and ill-treatment continued to occur in Türkiye, including beatings and sexual assault by law enforcement officers.
Gender-based Violence and Homelessness by Gabriela Quevedo

Jun 27, 2024 | amnesty.org.uk

Gabriela Quevedo from Latin American Women’s Aid (LAWA) explains the challenges and opportunities for supporting Black and minoritised survivors of violence – who struggle to obtain support and justice from public authorities
China: 'malicious' conviction of #MeToo and labour activists shows Beijing's growing fear of dissent

Jun 14, 2024 | amnesty.org.uk

Responding to the sentencing of Chinese #MeToo activist Sophia Huang Xueqin to five years in prison and labour activist Wang Jianbing to three years and six months in prison for ‘inciting subversion of state power’, Amnesty International’s China Director, Sarah Brooks, said:
Activism or Life?

May 15, 2024 | amnesty.org.uk | Rachel O'Brien

Hey everyone,Thanks for checking out our blog. We hope you find the content worthy of a read and share. I wanted to leave a personal note as I was inspired by another newsletter from Emily Horton, a piece titled ‘Rest: a political act of resistance’. So here I am taking a moment to reflect and process the past few months, walking myself through recent experiences to share them with you. A reflection on our multifaceted existence.
Universal Declaration of Human Rights at 75

Apr 19, 2024 | amnesty.org.uk | Shao Jiang

London activists will gather at Chinese Embassy to mark Universal Declaration of Human Rights at 75, in solidarity with Hong Kongers, Uyghurs Tibetans and all the oppressed under the CCP rule.倫敦活動人士將從外交部遊行到中國大使館外紀念《世界人權宣言》75週年,聲援香港人、維吾爾人、藏人以及在中共統治下所有被壓迫者。The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) has consistently denied everyone’s right to periodic and genuine elections, and thus its regime has never been authorised by the will of the people.