Romulo Macalintal, a senior citizens' rights advocate, has called for the passage of a law that would strictly delegate government assistance distribution to agencies only, excluding politicians.

An unusual court case in South Africa is addressing the mental health of three elephants, with animal rights advocates arguing that elephants at the Johannesburg Zoo are suffering from depression and should be relocated to a larger nature reserve.

A child rights advocate in Sri Lanka has formally requested the Attorney General's office to provide legal assistance and support for a child victim.

The European Union has decided not to impose a full ban on conversion therapies, a decision that may draw criticism from human rights advocates.

Lawyers and gender rights advocates suggest that Karen Nyamu could face up to five years in jail and a Sh2 million fine for comments deemed to reflect harmful attitudes. The legal implications of her statements are currently under scrutiny.

Human rights advocates report that Belkisa Mintsaeva, a Chechen woman detained by police, has been unreachable for three weeks, with lawyers being denied access to her.

An annual forum for child rights advocates is taking place in Vilnius, focusing on children's resilience in the information space and the influence of media on their daily lives.

Civil rights advocate Leo Terrell discusses his personal motivation and leadership role in a federal task force dedicated to combating threats against the Jewish community.

Professor Mads Bryde Andersen's controversial proposal for an overhaul of the European Court of Human Rights has garnered significant political support but faces strong opposition from human rights advocates and legal colleagues. He elaborates on his arguments in a new book.

Over 100 Afghan women's rights defenders have collectively written to Melania Trump, appealing for her assistance in restoring education and freedom for women and girls under Taliban rule.

Health workers and rights advocates are urging Canada to rescind planned co-payment cuts to its refugee healthcare scheme, set to begin May 1, warning they amount to a 'de facto denial of care'.

The Hong Kong Committee on Children's Rights advocates for establishing a Children's Day in Hong Kong, following a forum where young people aged 10 to 17 voiced their thoughts on various unrestricted topics.

The Belarusian parliament has passed a new law that restricts LGBTQ+ expression and targets childfree lifestyles, drawing criticism from human rights advocates.

A new proposal in Georgia could allow authorities to take DNA swabs from immigrants held in custody, even for minor offenses, raising concerns among civil rights advocates.

Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger is expected to sign new bills, SB 749 and HB 217, which gun rights advocates claim would severely restrict Second Amendment rights for millions.

Disability rights advocates in Nigeria are demanding urgent reforms to improve accessibility for an estimated 35 million citizens who currently face exclusion.

Draped in garlands, Bhumika Shrestha on Monday became Nepal’s first transgender woman lawmaker, marking a proud milestone for the marginalised community in the Himalayan nation. Nepal’s Election Commission confirmed the 37-year-old as a proportional representation MP from the centrist Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP), which won a majority in parliament with 182 seats last week. “I am very excited but also feel the responsibility on my shoulders,” said Shrestha, an LGBTQ rights advocate. “Our...

MANILA, Philippines — A coalition of health and child rights advocates backed Health Secretary Teodoro Herbosa’s call to raise the age restriction for vape and tobacco products to 25. “We strongly support increasing the legal age restriction for vape and tobacco products from 18 to 25,” the Philippine Tobacco Control Coalition said in a statement.

China has approved a new 'ethnic unity' law, which human rights advocates warn could further marginalize minority groups, including the Uyghurs.

Immigrant rights advocates have filed a lawsuit to prevent the U.S. President Donald Trump's administration from ending legal protections for nearly 1,100 Somalis living and working in the United States.

The Supreme Court has issued a temporary block on a secretive California policy regarding gender issues in schools, delivering a significant victory for parental rights advocates nationwide.

Students at Notre Dame rallied to defend Catholic identity after an abortion rights advocate declined a leadership appointment following campus controversy.

Rights advocates say US envoy Mike Huckabee has failed to push for accountability for Israeli abuses against Americans.

A life-size bronze equestrian statue of women's rights advocate Alma Ostra-Oinas, created by artist Flo Kasearu, has been installed in central Tallinn.

Renate Reinsve is reportedly set to star in Mia Hansen-Løve’s anticipated Mary Wollstonecraft biopic, 'If Love Should Die,' which will explore the life of the 18th-century English writer and women's rights advocate.

A United Methodist pastor and international human rights advocate was barred from entering the Philippines while en route to join a fact-finding mission on recent killings in Negros Occidental.

Rights advocates argue that the lack of accountability for the killing of US citizen and Al Jazeera journalist Shireen Abu Akleh has enabled further abuses against the press by Israeli forces.

The US government has reinstated deportation proceedings against student Mohsen Mahdawi, who accuses authorities of weaponizing the immigration system to silence his advocacy for Palestinian rights.

Experts in Cebu are calling for energy resiliency to be a key focus of discussions at the upcoming 48th ASEAN Summit. An electricity rights advocate specifically hopes the summit will attract energy investments to the province.

Bahrain has revoked the nationality of 69 people accused of 'glorifying or sympathizing with hostile Iranian acts.' Rights advocates claim the kingdom is using regional conflict to suppress dissent.

The Polish Patient Rights Advocate has reminded that medical facilities are responsible for organizing diagnostic tests required for planned hospitalizations, clarifying patient rights before admission.

Child rights advocates in the Philippines are highlighting that bullying among children extends beyond school premises, citing recent incidents and public discussions initiated by figures like actor Alfred Vargas.

Rights advocates are hailing a 'historic' shift as 40 out of 47 Democratic senators voted to block military bulldozers to Israel, indicating significant divisions in US support for the country.

Shawan Jabarin, general director of the West Bank-based NGO Al-Haq, was denied entry into France, preventing him from speaking before the European Parliament's human rights committee.

Chris Taylor's victory in the Wisconsin Supreme Court election ensures a liberal majority on the court until at least 2030, marking a significant win for abortion rights advocates.

Rights advocates and independent United Nations experts are warning that a key UN committee that controls access for nongovernmental organizations is at risk of falling further under the influence of…

Voting rights advocates have praised Virginia's decision to rejoin a multistate voter roll system.

The Philippine Court of Appeals has acquitted child rights advocate Sally Ujano of rebellion charges, leading to her official release from the Correctional Institute for Women in Mandaluyong.

Human rights advocates report that the Afghan Taliban have carried out over 1,100 floggings and six public executions in the past year, reflecting wider restrictions under their rule.

A UN human rights expert has announced she will closely monitor the trial of Turkish physician and women's rights defender Dr. Ayşe Uğurlu, urging authorities to drop charges and reinstate her.

There has been significant public outcry following the closure of a modern slavery unit by the UK government, raising concerns among human rights advocates.

Yanar Mohammed, a 65-year-old Iraqi women's rights advocate known for establishing safe houses and criticizing repressive institutions, has been killed by gunmen.

Senegal's National Assembly has approved a new law that significantly increases prison sentences for individuals convicted of homosexuality, sparking concerns among human rights advocates.

Disability rights advocate Md Saidul Huq to receive Independence Award  Dhaka Tribune

Human rights advocates are calling for a ban on strip-searches in Australian prisons, citing a report that found over 15,000 searches monthly yield contraband in less than 1% of cases, deeming them degrading and humiliating.

Following a citizen's initiative, EU subsidies can now be used to facilitate abortion access for women in countries where it is not legally available, marking a significant victory for women's rights advocates.

An article discusses the 'myths' surrounding gang violence in Sweden, arguing that declining shootings are due to the government ignoring criminologists and child rights advocates, a strategy now proposed for bombings.

A radio anchor based in Bacolod, Philippines, is facing criticism from media security groups and women's rights advocates for making rape jokes targeting a female reporter.

A court in Cebu City, Philippines, has dismissed terrorism financing charges against Dumaguete-based environmental and women’s rights advocate Nancy Estolloso and 26 other activists in Central Visayas.

The brother of a prominent Kurdish human rights lawyer has been sentenced to a decade in prison in Iran, sparking concerns among human rights advocates.

Voting rights advocates in the US are preparing to challenge newly gerrymandered congressional maps, which they argue dilute Black political power and resemble 'Jim Crow' era tactics.

A fact-check report confirms that a photo depicting 'Toboso 19' holding flags of communist and red-tagged groups is 99% likely to be AI-generated, with human rights advocates calling it an attempt at 'red-tagging'.

A recent decision by the Supreme Court has been lauded as a significant victory for voting rights advocates, though specific details of the ruling are still being analyzed.

Ukraine's intelligence service has reportedly imprisoned thousands of innocent Ukrainians using methods similar to Russia's FSB, according to an investigation. These individuals were convicted for continuing their work during the Russian occupation, a comparison human rights advocates find inappropriate.

Georgia's pro-government Imedi TV has accused human rights advocate Igor Blaževič of being linked to a 'revolutionary scenario' for the Georgian opposition.

Mario Ríos Montt, who led the Catholic Church’s human rights office in Guatemala and was the brother of a genocidal dictator, has died at 94.

The arrest of activist Anatol Matasaru in Moldova, who was detained for 72 hours, could lead to another defeat for Moldova at the European Court of Human Rights, according to human rights advocates, journalists, and deputies.

The Philippines is considering new anti-disinformation legislation, but digital rights advocates are warning that proposed bills could grant the government extensive powers to control information. Critics fear these laws might empower the state to define truth and suppress dissent.

Kababaihan partylist welcomed the acquittal of women’s and children’s rights advocate Ma. Salome “Nanay Sally” Ujano on March 26, hailing the Court of Appeals’ decision as a significant step towards justice.

The US federal government is planning to remove 14,000 wild horses from Western lands using helicopter round-ups, citing drought and wildfire concerns. The controversial plan has drawn criticism from animal rights advocates.

UK Labour leader Keir Starmer is being pressed by human rights advocates to raise concerns about democracy and human rights with Nigerian President Tinubu during his state visit.

Human rights advocates are expressing concerns that the ongoing conflict with Iran could potentially trigger a new era of nuclear proliferation globally.

Parks Canada is proposing to cull dozens of white-tailed deer on a historic island near Quebec City, citing threats to rare plant species and employee safety, a plan that has drawn opposition from animal-rights advocates.

China is set to approve a new 'ethnic unity' law, which human rights advocates warn could further marginalize minority groups such as the Uyghurs by formalizing existing policies.

A new investigation by animal rights advocates reveals that horses flown from Canada to Japan for slaughter continue to suffer injuries, illness, and death, prompting renewed calls for a ban on these shipments.

Maria Lada, a 67-year-old pioneer in accessibility rights and co-founder of the HYPERION organization, passed away at Athens' 'Eleftherios Venizelos' airport, sparking sadness.

A coalition of 160 civil society organizations in Turkey has condemned the government’s reported plans for a new bill that would impose prison sentences on LGBTQ+ people and rights advocates.

Thirty political prisoners have been released in Venezuela following an amnesty law, though human rights advocates deem the law insufficient as it excludes military-related cases.