Human Rights
Human Rights Art Exhibit Draws Crowd in Washington D.C.
A collaborative human rights art exhibition featuring seven artists at the Fraser Mansion highlighted the power of creative expression in promoting awareness of fundamental rights through the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.
Former Syrian Intelligence Officer's Memoir Exposes Regime Atrocities
A former Syrian Major General's memoir reveals life within Assad's inner circle and the psychological cost of complicity, serving as a vital testimony against authoritarian regimes.
LATINAFest Partners with Dr. Ruiz Productions for Fundraising Screening of 'The Dreamer Cinderella' to Support Immigrant Rights
LATINAFest is hosting a fundraising screening of 'The Dreamer Cinderella' to benefit immigrant rights organizations, highlighting the importance of authentic Latino storytelling and community support for immigrant advocacy.
Author Offers Free Ebook Amid Concerns Over Women's Rights Regression
Dr. Barbara Becker Holstein is releasing her novel 'Women's Freedom: Unfinished Love Stories' as a free ebook during a period of growing concern about potential regression in women's rights, using historical fiction to highlight the ongoing importance of gender equality.
Florida Human Rights Organization Honors Mental Health Advocates at Annual Awards Banquet
The Citizens Commission on Human Rights of Florida is recognizing volunteers and community partners working to reform mental health practices and protect human rights through its 9th Annual Humanitarian Awards Banquet.
UN Publishes KAILASA Report on Hindu Rights Violations in Transitional Justice Framework
The United Nations has published KAILASA's 29th report detailing systemic persecution of Hindu communities and advocating for reparative measures based on indigenous principles.
UN Report Recognizes Hindus as Indigenous People, Highlights Colonial Legacy and Persecution
The United Nations has published KAILASA's 28th report acknowledging Hindus as indigenous peoples of Bharat and Asia while documenting systemic persecution and calling for international recognition under UNDRIP.
Amy Sherald to Receive Human Rights Campaign's Ally for Equality Award for LGBTQ+ Advocacy in Art
Renowned artist Amy Sherald is being honored by the Human Rights Campaign for her work amplifying LGBTQ+ visibility through art, particularly her painting "Trans Forming Liberty," which reimagines Black transgender artist Arewà Basit as the Statue of Liberty.
Florida Exhibit Exposes Psychiatric Industry Abuses and Human Rights Violations
A traveling exhibit in Orlando highlights systemic abuses in psychiatry, including electroshock treatments and involuntary medication, sparking emotional responses from visitors and calls for reform in mental health practices.
Memoir Sheds Light on Escape from Communism and the Quest for Freedom
Brian I. Kulauzovic's memoir, In the Embrace of the Past, offers a poignant look at his escape from communist Yugoslavia and the universal struggle for freedom, resonating with current global discussions on migration and oppression.
ICE Holding Cells in Baltimore Exceed Intended Detention Times, Sparking Concerns
The article highlights the extended detention of immigrants in ICE holding cells in Baltimore, far beyond the intended 12-hour limit, raising significant human rights concerns.
CCHR Florida Marks 36 Years of Advocacy for Mental Health Human Rights
The Florida chapter of the Citizens Commission on Human Rights celebrates 36 years of protecting individuals from psychiatric abuses and reforming mental health laws.
Florida Seminars Shed Light on Baker Act's Human Rights Implications
The Citizens Commission on Human Rights of Florida is hosting seminars to educate the public on the Baker Act's impact on human rights, highlighting concerns over coercive psychiatry and its effects on individuals, especially children.