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Americas: Urgent OAS Action Needed to Reverse Trend of Shrinking Civic Space
Ahead of the heads of state meeting in Paraguay, Amnesty International calls on member states of the Organization of American…
June 24, 2024
Abortion Rights in the USA: An Interview with Tarah Demant, AIUSA’s Director of Programs
AIUSA’s Director of Programs Tarah Demant talks about the impact of abortion bans and why the hope and resilience of…
June 24, 2024
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Philippines: Vindication For Leila de Lima As Last Bogus Charge Dismissed
This is full freedom and vindication, finally, for human rights defender Leila de Lima, after her nearly seven years of…
June 24, 2024
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DRC: President Tshisekedi Must Use Second Term to Tackle Human Rights Crisis
The DRC’s President Felix Tshisekedi must use his second and final term in office to address the  human rights crisis…
June 24, 2024
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Amnesty International Launches New Campaign on Abortion Rights
Amnesty’s abortion rights campaign provides a platform to help people everywhere clearly and publicly express support for abortion rights in…
June 24, 2024
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Two Years Post-Roe, U.S. Continues Backsliding on Abortion, Depriving Millions of Human Rights
Abortion is a human right and a vital part of health care. All pregnant people, no matter who they are…
June 20, 2024
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Americas: On World Refugee Day, States Must Prioritize the Human Rights of Those Seeking protection in the Americas
Now is the time for states in the Americas to rise to the occasion and commit to protecting the most…
June 19, 2024
Renewing Our Commitment to Justice and Equality on Juneteenth
Amnesty International USA stands in solidarity with Black Americans on Juneteenth in the ongoing struggle for justice and equality.
June 18, 2024
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Amnesty International USA Reaction to Executive Action on Dreamers and Mixed-Status Families
No one should have to live with the fear that their lives and the lives of their family and community…
June 18, 2024
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Thailand: Passing of Marriage Equality Bill a Triumphant Moment for LGBTI Rights
While there is no doubt that the legalization of marriage for LGBTI couples is a key milestone for Thailand, much…
June 18, 2024
Update from Amnesty Fieldworker in GazaÂ
Our Amnesty International fieldworker in Gaza provides an update while continuing to gather evidence of human rights violations and war…
June 17, 2024
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Global: Gender Apartheid Must Be Recognized as a Crime Under International Law
We are calling for the recognition of gender apartheid under international law to fill a major gap in our global…
June 17, 2024