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Canada has Destroyed Me: Labour Exploitation of Migrant Workers in Canada

This Amnesty International report examines the human rights impact of Canada’s Temporary Foreign Worker Program which allows employers to hire…

January 30, 2025

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Amnesty International USA Reaction to Laken Riley Act

The Laken Riley Act capitalizes on a horrible tragedy in order to advance President Trump’s anti-immigrant agenda by scapegoating people…

January 29, 2025

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Amnesty International USA Reaction to Targeted ICE Enforcement

To put it simply, these ICE operations are unconscionable and fly in the face of human rights. 

January 29, 2025

US President Donald Trump signs executive orders during the inaugural parade inside Capital One Arena, in Washington, DC, on January 20, 2025. (Photo by ANGELA WEISS / AFP) (Photo by ANGELA WEISS/AFP via Getty Images)
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President Trump’s First Week Begins with Rollout of White Supremacist Policies and Pardons

In a return to office, President Donald Trump wasted little time to use the power of the presidency in efforts…

January 28, 2025

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Executive Orders attacking transgender people cause harm, undermine human rights

This directive continues President Trump’s cruel pattern of creating policy based on bigotry and hate, particularly toward transgender people.  

January 28, 2025

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What is a Living Wage and Why is it a Human Rights Issue?

Human rights and labor rights campaigners are calling for workers to be paid a living wage to bring people out…

January 27, 2025

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The Trump Administration Must Protect and Prioritize Human Rights in Ukraine

We're asking President Trump to take concrete steps to protect and prioritize human rights in Ukraine.

January 27, 2025

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DRC: Warring Parties Must Prioritize Civilian Protection and Humanitarian Access in Goma

The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC)’s regional and international partners must exert pressure on all parties to the conflict in…

January 27, 2025

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Trump’s Reinstatement of Global Gag Rule Is Assault on Rights of Pregnant People Across the World

In reinstating and expanding the global gag rule, President Trump has purposely put the lives of millions of women, girls…

January 24, 2025

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Afghanistan: ICC Prosecutor’s Application for Arrest Warrants Against Taliban Leaders Is an Important Step Towards Justice for Afghan Women, Girls and LGBTQI Persons

This announcement gives hope to Afghan women, girls, as well as those persecuted on the basis of gender identity or…

January 24, 2025

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Why Protecting Human Rights Defenders Must be a Priority for Us All

Human rights defenders risk their lives to shine a light on abuses and fight for justice while governments have failed…

January 23, 2025

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Rohingya Survivor Asks SEC to Investigate Meta’s Potential Role in Myanmar Atrocities

The submission provides information on Meta’s alleged role in the atrocities perpetrated against the Rohingya, and highlights misrepresentations to the…

January 23, 2025