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1 Sep

The Liberation and Rebuilding of Kupyansk: A Tale of Resilience and Hope

Kupyansk, Ukraine, liberated from Russian occupation in September 2022, marking a significant conflict milestone. Despite evacuation orders in March 2023, the city's resilience and rebuilding continue to inspire hope.

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29 Aug

The Indonesian “Omnibus” Law and its repercussions on Labour and Indigenous Rights

The Indonesian Omnibus Bill, aimed at simplifying business license applications, has been deemed unconstitutional, reducing labor rights, weakening legal protections, and affecting workers, with concerns over Indigenous rights and environmental impact.

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29 Aug

Cambodia’s ruling party cracks down on opposition amid July Elections

The Cambodian People's Party (CPP) is cracking down on opposition, with the Candlelight Party banned for failing to submit registration. Human rights watchdogs condemn this, threatening the 2023 elections.

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29 Aug

Papua New Guinea: UN Welcomes Parliament’s Decision to Repeal Capital Punishment

Papua New Guinea abolished the death penalty in 2022, citing its ineffectiveness and Christian values. The decision marks the end of capital punishment in the Oceania region, with Togo remaining a de facto abolitionist state.

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29 Aug

Kanjuruhan Tragedy and the Culture of Police Violence and Impunity in Indonesia

In October 2022, a football match in Malang, Indonesia, led to a riot and stampede resulting in 125 deaths, highlighting police violence and impunity in the country, and urging for reform.

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21 Aug

Montana Court’s Historic Decision Recognizing State’s Responsibility to Protect Right to a Clean and Healthy Environment

On August 14, 2023, a judge in Montana District Court pronounced a landmark decision affirming the constitutional right to safe climate, in a lawsuit Held v. Montana.

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25 Jul

“No sleeping with those in charge, no food.”: Gender-Based Violence Among Internally Displaced Persons in Cabo Delgado, Mozambique

Mozambique's government is addressing gender-based violence in Cabo Delgado Province, focusing on gender-sensitive services and post-conflict integration to ensure a more inclusive society.

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20 Feb

One of the deadliest earthquakes of the decade in Türkiye and in Syria and its impact on women and girls

Two devastating earthquakes in Turkey and Syria in February 2023 left tens of thousands injured. Despite international aid, the disaster continues to worsen, particularly for women and girls, highlighting the need for better societal integration.

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14 Jul

Dark age of women’s rights in Turkey: From revolutions to oppressions

Turkey has a long history of granting women political and social rights, but recent economic and political shifts have led to increased violence and attacks on women's rights. The We Will Stop Femicide Platform is currently in trial.

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16 Jun

The interdependent relationship between democracy and women’s rights

The fight for women's empowerment and gender equality depends on the form of government women encounter in their countries. Despite structural flaws, the United States remains democratic, but political pressure can weaken institutions and lead to power abuse.

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