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Afghanistan: Three Years of Taliban Rule and International Inaction Have Left Afghan Community with Little Hope

The Afghan community is struggling with three years of unresolved frustration as the Taliban de facto authorities commit human rights…

August 15, 2024

Group in Arizona advocating for human right to abortion
(Lauren Murphy/Amnesty International USA)

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Arizonans Will Have Opportunity to Vote Yes on Protecting the Human Right to Abortion  

Keep showing up for abortion rights whenever you can. Together, we can – and we will – protect the human…

August 12, 2024

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(Amnesty International USA)

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USA: Abortion Bans and Restrictions Cause Extensive Harm, Violate Human Rights

United States is failing to comply with its international human rights obligations to ensure pregnant people have access to abortion.

August 5, 2024

(Amnesty International Korea)

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South Korea: Supreme Court Ruling a Historic Victory for Same-sex Couples

Today’s ruling is a historic victory for equality and human rights in South Korea. The Court has taken a significant…

July 18, 2024

(Amnesty International USA)

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Arizona One Step Closer to Constitutionally Protecting the Human Right to Abortion 

Pregnant people have the human right to make their own decision whether or not to carry a pregnancy to term…

July 3, 2024

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(Amnesty International)

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Amnesty International Response to Supreme Court Ruling in Case Challenging the Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act

Abortion is a human right, for all people, everywhere. While today’s decision is a temporary relief, it is not a…

June 27, 2024

(Lauren Murphy/Amnesty International USA)

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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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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

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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

(Amnesty International USA)

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Amnesty International Response to Supreme Court Retaining Availability of Mifepristone

All people have the human right to the highest attainable standard of health, including the medication they need. This decision…

June 13, 2024

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Social Media Companies’ Removal of Abortion-Related Content May Hinder Access to Accurate Health Information

Companies need to take transparent steps to ensure that their users are able to access abortion-related information on their platforms,…

June 11, 2024