Category: Human Rights
Killed for Profit: The Unheard Voices of Falun Gong Adherents
Many people are unaware of the persecution of Falun Gong practitioners in China – yet, tens of thousands of them have been killed and their organs are being sold on the global market. Find out more.
Read MoreGabby Petito – How a missing person’s case leads to a bigger discussion on racial discrimination
The first online article of this year talks about the disappearance of Gabby Petito. Her tragic case received a lot of media attention and efforts by law enforcement, but also sparked discussions on racial discrimination: why were similar disappearances of people of colour not taken as serious as the case of Gabby Petito?
Read MoreDancing to Lukashenko’s Fiddle – The arrest of Roman Protasevic
Last Sunday, a Ryanair passenger jet was forced to the ground in Belarus as a result of a suspected explosive, some argue following the command of President Lukashenko himself. The
Read MoreProtests in Colombia – The kindling and the spark
Starting April 28th, nationwide protests against the government took place in Colombia, lasting several days. Adding to rising economic and social pressures, a new tax reform was the final straw
Read MoreFrom genocide to military dictatorship: what is happening in Myanmar?
Myanmar, or Burma as many people might remember it, is a country that has been growing through many changes since the 20th century. Not only the name has changed, but
Read MoreBananas and their Political Influence: The Dark History of Chiquita
Bananas are one of the most popular fruits worldwide: they are tasty and have many health benefits. While you can find bananas from different brands in most supermarkets, the one
Read MoreCutting Ties – Uyghur Forced Labour and the Fashion Industry
Although still hardly receiving the attention it deserves, the situation of the Uyghur minority in China is no longer a secret. As discussed in Julia’s article on the cultural genocide
Read MoreUganda’s opposition leader arrested during protests
Uganda seems on edge after Bobi Wine was again arrested and intimidated along with his party partners. After losing his election for Presidency against the current incumbent President Yoweri Museneni, Bobi Wine has faced particular challenges including house arrest, harassment, and persecution from the established regime. Find out more on our Checks & Balances site.
Read MoreCultural Genocide on Uighurs in China
“A people without the knowledge of their past history, origin and culture is like a tree without roots.” – Marcus Garvey Garvey’s quote illustrates the importance of culture preservation of
Read MoreSpraying down protests: the dangers of the use of teargas
Already in lockdown, the additional measure of a curfew was the worst nightmare for many. When it was eventually established, it was no surprise that riots sprouted. Several methods were
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