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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

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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

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Nigeria: Girls Failed by Authorities After Escaping Boko Haram Captivity – New Report

Girls and young women who escaped Boko Haram captivity faced further suffering and are now receiving inadequate support as they…

June 9, 2024

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Guatemala: Amnesty International Condemns Gender Bias in the Systematic Criminalization of Justice Operators and Human Rights Defenders

The fact that the women who reported, investigated or heard these cases of corruption are the ones who are now on…

May 23, 2024

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TĂĽrkiye: Discriminatory Restrictions and Violence Against Pride Protesters Must Not Be Repeated

Authorities should ensure LGBTI Pride marches in TĂĽrkiye go ahead safely and without the interference and intimidation of previous years.

May 17, 2024

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Thailand: State-Backed Digital Violence Used to Silence Women and LGBTI Activists

Women and LGBTI activists in Thailand are being subjected to an online onslaught of abusive speech, Amnesty International said in a new report.

May 15, 2024

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Morocco: Criminalization of Abortion Has Devastating Impact on the Rights of Women and Girls 

The Moroccan state is failing to meet its obligations to ensure accessible, affordable and good quality sexual and reproductive health…

May 14, 2024