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Three decades after the war in Bosnia and Herzegovina, more than 7,500 families are still searching for answers about their missing loved ones. Despite legal frameworks and international support, political barriers and time threaten to leave these stories unresolved forever.
Thirty years after the war Bosnia Herzegovina families of the missing still seek answers Read More »
Latin America entered 2025 amid democratic fatigue and growing authoritarian pressures. It is worth exploring electoral trends and human rights risks in a pivotal year for the region.
Elections and democracy in Latin America: emerging trends Read More »
As the EU adopts the AI Act, it is worth exploring whether it can truly safeguard human rights in the age of artificial intelligence, examining regulatory gaps, the role of Big Tech and the need for a human rights-based approach.
Tunisia illustrates how drastic political shifts can disrupt the functioning of national human rights systems. Most public actors have seen their mandates, roles, and interactions undergo significant changes in recent years. Several avenues can be pursued to support the resilience of Tunisia’s human rights actors.
The right to food is an essential component of human dignity and survival. Africa is prone to hunger due to food insecurity exacerbated by recurring emergencies. Hunger must be considered a human rights-related issue, providing comprehensive diagnosis and solutions.
Upholding the right to food in emergencies in Africa Read More »
Past Indonesian governments have infamously quelled movement for human rights reform. Now protestors face water cannons, tear gas, rubber bullets and police brutality as the incumbent regime of Prabowo Subianto turns its back on freedom of peaceful assembly.
‘Little Davids fighting against Goliath’: Standing up for peaceful assembly in Indonesia Read More »
There are major threats posed by digital technologies and AI when these are used malevolently against human rights activists. It is worth addressing key recent instruments containing provisions designed to counter such threats.
Cyber protection for human rights activists in key international instruments Read More »
Many feminists in Palestine today urgently require safe spaces, not only physical but also in the mental and emotional sense, where they can meet and share ideas free from judgement or threat. However, there are many structural patriarchal barriers to overcome.
Towards spaces that reflect us: Palestinian feminists seek safe places to meet Read More »
Poverty traps in Kyrgyzstan – driven by underfunded education, healthcare inequality, and informal labour – undermine human rights, especially for rural communities. Structural reforms and equitable resource distribution are needed to promote social justice and inclusive development.
The poverty trap: economic inequality as a barrier to human rights in Kyrgyzstan Read More »
The new EU strategy on skills aims to attract and retain talent from third countries to fill skills gaps, support higher education and strengthen competitiveness. It is worth analysing the human rights implications, highlighting positive aspects and potential critical issues.