International Advocacy
Publications
![[ai] A sign on a wooden post with bold letters displaying the words "Peace, Justice, Equality, Dignity, Freedom" in various colors, surrounded by greenery.](/Res/250/Observer - 2024_Thumbnail_Page_01 2.png "Observer - 2024_Thumbnail_Page_01.png")
![[ai] Interior view of a large conference room with rows of tables and nameplates for various countries. A ceiling mural displays vibrant colors. Attendees are seated, engaged in discussions, while a screen displays information.](/Res/250/united nations.jpeg "united nations.jpeg")
![[ai] Text on a dark background reads: 'Strategies of Civil Society to Counter the Far-Right Backlash Against Human Rights.' A logo for 'The Advocates for Human Rights' appears in the top right corner. The image features abstract flames.](/Res/250/Capture 4.JPG "Capture.JPG")
Monday, August 7, 2023
Report
Strategies Of Civil Society To Counter The Far-Right Backlash Against Human Rights
![[ai] A diagram illustrating the role of National Human Rights Institutions (NHRIs) with central text labeled 'NHRIs'. Arrows point to four boxes: 'Legislature' with duties to advise, report, and advise; 'Government' with duties to recommend and monitor; 'Civil Society' with cooperation and consultation; 'Judiciary' with amicus curiae and referral.](/Res/250/Screen Shot 2022-11-11 at 11.44.52 AM.png "Screen Shot 2022-11-11 at 11.44.52 AM.png")
Friday, November 4, 2022
Manual
Human Rights Tools for a Changing World - National Human Rights Institutions (NHRIs)
![[ai] A document titled 'Resources for Human Rights Defenders' featuring two main sections: 'Emergency Grants' and 'Targeted Emergency Grants.' Each section lists various organizations and websites that offer support to human rights defenders.](/Res/250/resources for HRDs 2.png "resources for HRDs.png")
![[ai] Cover of a report titled 'Promoting Gender Diversity and Inclusion in the Oil, Gas and Mining Extractive Industries,' featuring images of mining activities and a woman in a hard hat. Published January 2019.](/Res/250/Screen Shot 2021-03-31 at 11.14.48 AM.png "Screen Shot 2021-03-31 at 11.14.48 AM.png")
Tuesday, January 1, 2019
Report
Promoting Gender Diversity and Inclusion in the Oil, Gas and Mining Extractive Industries
![[ai] A cover page for a report titled 'Implementation of Serbia's Domestic Violence Legislation' dated December 2017, featuring images of Serbian landmarks, including a monument, a dome, a river landscape, a city skyline, and historical architecture.](/Res/250/Screen Shot 2021-03-30 at 10.15.33 AM.png "Screen Shot 2021-03-30 at 10.15.33 AM.png")
![[ai] A cover page of a report titled 'Implementation of Montenegro’s Domestic Violence Legislation' dated July 2017, featuring images of the Montenegrin flag, historical sculpture, mountain landscape, and a coastal view.](/Res/250/Screen Shot 2021-03-30 at 9.49.50 AM.png "Screen Shot 2021-03-30 at 9.49.50 AM.png")
![[ai] A colorful abstract illustration of a face in profile with various shapes and patterns, alongside the text "Implementation of Croatia's Domestic Violence Legislation: Follow-up Report, 2016."](/Res/250/Screen Shot 2021-03-29 at 3.51.37 PM.png "Screen Shot 2021-03-29 at 3.51.37 PM.png")
Tuesday, March 1, 2016
Report
Implementation of Croatia's Domestic Violence Legislation: Follow-Up Report
![[ai] A close-up image of a hand pressed against a textured surface, with the overlay text reading 'Assessment of DOMESTIC VIOLENCE Laws, Policies, & Practices in Central & Eastern Europe & the Former Soviet Union 2016'.](/Res/250/Screen Shot 2021-03-31 at 11.07.49 AM.png "Screen Shot 2021-03-31 at 11.07.49 AM.png")
Monday, February 1, 2016
Report
![[ai] A graphic design featuring several chairs in various colors and orientations, with the text 'Recommendations for Effective Batterer Intervention Programs in Central & Eastern Europe & the Former Soviet Union' displayed prominently.](/Res/250/Screen Shot 2021-03-31 at 11.09.25 AM.png "Screen Shot 2021-03-31 at 11.09.25 AM.png")
Friday, January 1, 2016
Report
![[ai] A hand raised in a peace sign, covered with colorful flags from various countries. Above the hand is the text, 'Human Rights Tools for a Changing World,' along with a subtitle about a guide to human rights.](/Res/250/human rights tools 3.png "human rights tools.png")
Thursday, January 1, 2015
Manual
![[ai] A presentation slide titled 'Implementation of Mongolia's Domestic Violence Legislation' featuring six images: a woman with a horse, a traditional shrine with colorful ribbons, a girl sitting near a stack of wood, a close-up of a wooden structure, and a yurt in a landscape.](/Res/250/Screen Shot 2021-03-30 at 9.48.12 AM.png "Screen Shot 2021-03-30 at 9.48.12 AM.png")
![[ai] A document cover titled 'Paving Pathways for Justice & Accountability: Human Rights Tools for Diaspora Communities' with a date of January 2014. The background features close-up images of diverse faces.](/Res/250/paving pathways cover.png "paving pathways cover.png")
Wednesday, January 1, 2014
Manual
Paving Pathways for Justice & Accountability: Human Rights for Diaspora Communities
![[ai] Cover page of a human rights report titled 'Implementation of the Republic of Moldova’s Domestic Violence Legislation'. It features a collage of four images: urban scenes, a building, and a landscape.](/Res/250/Screen Shot 2021-03-30 at 9.42.24 AM.png "Screen Shot 2021-03-30 at 9.42.24 AM.png")
Thursday, November 1, 2012
Report
Implementation of the Republic of Moldova's Domestic Violence Legislation: A Human Rights Report
![[ai] A presentation slide titled 'Implementation of Croatia’s Domestic Violence Legislation' on a purple background. The bottom features various images including cityscapes and a graphic with 'STOP NASILJU'.](/Res/250/Screen Shot 2021-03-29 at 3.57.25 PM.png "Screen Shot 2021-03-29 at 3.57.25 PM.png")
![[ai] A pamphlet titled 'Abolish the Death Penalty' that discusses human rights and the death penalty. It includes a section on the United Nations' position regarding the death penalty, highlighting key information and safeguards related to its use.](/Res/250/Screen Shot 2021-05-07 at 11.56.26 AM.png "Screen Shot 2021-05-07 at 11.56.26 AM.png")
![[ai] A flyer titled 'Take Action on the Death Penalty!' outlining steps to advocate against the death penalty, divided into sections for tasks that take 10 minutes or a few hours, including links to resources for donations, petitions, and contact information.](/Res/250/Screen Shot 2021-07-24 at 9.05.52 AM.png "Screen Shot 2021-07-24 at 9.05.52 AM.png")
![[ai] Cover page of a guide titled "A Practitioner's Guide to Human Rights Monitoring, Documentation, and Advocacy" with images depicting activism and landmarks, including the Statue of Liberty and the U.S. Capitol, along with a map.](/Res/250/practitioner's guide 2.png "practitioner's guide.png")
Monday, January 3, 2011
Manual
A Practitioner’s Guide to Human Rights Monitoring, Documentation and Advocacy
![[ai] A group of women wearing traditional orange attire with decorative beading, standing together in a crowd, with a banner below that reads 'Engaging Minorities and Indigenous Communities in the Kenya TJRC'.](/Res/250/Screen Shot 2021-03-29 at 5.56.26 PM.png "Screen Shot 2021-03-29 at 5.56.26 PM.png")
![[ai] A collage of images depicting various scenes in Liberia, including damaged buildings, people in a market, and crowded living conditions. The title and description at the top mention a report on country conditions and U.S. policy regarding Liberians.](/Res/250/Screen Shot 2021-03-30 at 9.18.12 AM.png "Screen Shot 2021-03-30 at 9.18.12 AM.png")
![[ai] A document cover titled 'Human Rights in Ethiopia: Through the Eyes of the Oromo Diaspora' featuring a map of Ethiopia in the upper right corner and a collage of images depicting urban scenes and people in Ethiopia.](/Res/250/human rights in ethiopia.png "human rights in ethiopia.png")
![[ai] A cover page featuring the title 'A House with Two Rooms', and text indicating it is the final report of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Liberia Diaspora Project, by The Advocates for Human Rights.](/Res/250/Screen Shot 2022-03-23 at 1.07.23 PM.png "Screen Shot 2022-03-23 at 1.07.23 PM.png")
Thursday, January 1, 2009
Report
![[ai] A series of overlapping colored circles in various shades including yellow, blue, and purple, displayed on a white background. The circles create a pattern with different degrees of opacity.](/Res/250/stock 73.jpg "stock.jpg")
![[ai] A presentation slide with a purple background displaying the title 'Implementation of the Bulgarian Law on Protection against Domestic Violence.' The slide includes a collage of images at the bottom, featuring a building, icons, and a group of people.](/Res/250/Screen Shot 2021-05-06 at 9.30.34 PM.png "Screen Shot 2021-05-06 at 9.30.34 PM.png")
Saturday, March 1, 2008
Report
Implementation of the Bulgarian Law on Protection against Domestic Violence: A Human Rights Report
![[ai] Title card for the Liberian Truth & Reconciliation Commission, featuring a logo with the acronym 'TRC' above a depiction of people and a stylized flag in the background.](/Res/250/Screen Shot 2021-05-05 at 1.55.19 PM.png "Screen Shot 2021-05-05 at 1.55.19 PM.png")
![[ai] Cover page of a briefing book titled "Liberian Truth and Reconciliation Project" from Advocates for Human Rights, dated Spring 2007. The top features the organization’s logo.](/Res/250/Screen Shot 2021-05-05 at 1.57.28 PM.png "Screen Shot 2021-05-05 at 1.57.28 PM.png")
![[ai] A presentation slide titled 'Domestic Violence And Child Abuse in Georgia: An Assessment of Current Standings of Law and Practice' on a purple background.](/Res/250/Screen Shot 2021-03-29 at 5.02.36 PM.png "Screen Shot 2021-03-29 at 5.02.36 PM.png")
![[ai] An outline of a world map with text overlay: 'Familiar Tools, Emerging Issues. Adapting traditional human rights monitoring to emerging issues' by Jennifer Prescod, edited by Rachel Tsuchida.](/Res/250/familiar tools emerging issues.png "familiar tools emerging issues.png")
Thursday, January 1, 2004
Report
Familiar Tools, Emerging Issues: Adapting Traditional Human Rights Monitoring
![[ai] A map of Poland highlighting major cities such as Warsaw, Gdańsk, and Szczecin, with the title "Domestic Violence In Poland" displayed above.](/Res/250/Screen Shot 2021-03-30 at 10.05.13 AM.png "Screen Shot 2021-03-30 at 10.05.13 AM.png")
![[ai] A map of Poland highlighting major cities, with the title 'Employment Discrimination and Sexual Harassment in Poland' prominently displayed above.](/Res/250/Screen Shot 2021-03-30 at 10.06.31 AM.png "Screen Shot 2021-03-30 at 10.06.31 AM.png")
![[ai] A black and white map of Mexico labeled with states and their corresponding numbers. The map includes geographical features like the Pacific Ocean and Gulf of Mexico, and is marked with key areas for reference.](/Res/250/Screen Shot 2021-03-30 at 9.24.55 AM.png "Screen Shot 2021-03-30 at 9.24.55 AM.png")
Monday, January 1, 2001
Report
Full Rights, Whole Children: A Case Study of Child Survival and Human Rights in Mexico
![[ai] A map of Armenia displaying major cities including Yerevan, with the title "Domestic Violence in Armenia" above it. The surrounding countries are labeled, highlighting its geographic context.](/Res/250/Screen Shot 2021-05-06 at 10.00.45 PM.png "Screen Shot 2021-05-06 at 10.00.45 PM.png")
![[ai] A map of Moldova highlighting various cities and regions, with the title 'Domestic Violence in Moldova' prominently displayed above the image.](/Res/250/Screen Shot 2021-03-30 at 9.43.35 AM.png "Screen Shot 2021-03-30 at 9.43.35 AM.png")
![[ai] A document titled 'Trafficking in Women: Moldova and Ukraine' with a map of Ukraine and parts of Moldova displayed below the text.](/Res/250/Screen Shot 2021-03-30 at 9.44.46 AM.png "Screen Shot 2021-03-30 at 9.44.46 AM.png")
![[ai] A title page for a report on trafficking in women, featuring the text "Trafficking in Women: Moldova and Ukraine" above a map highlighting Moldova and Ukraine, with neighboring countries labeled.](/Res/250/Screen Shot 2021-03-30 at 9.44.46 AM 2.png "Screen Shot 2021-03-30 at 9.44.46 AM.png")
![[ai] A map of Uzbekistan highlighting Tashkent and Karakalpakstan, with the title 'Domestic Violence in Uzbekistan' above it. The map shows neighboring regions and major cities.](/Res/250/Screen Shot 2021-03-30 at 11.13.52 AM.png "Screen Shot 2021-03-30 at 11.13.52 AM.png")
![[ai] A rectangular flag with three horizontal stripes, featuring white at the top, green in the middle, and red at the bottom.](/Res/250/2560px-Flag_of_Bulgaria 11.jpg "2560px-Flag_of_Bulgaria.jpg")
![[ai] A series of overlapping circular shapes in various colors, including yellow, blue, purple, and gray. The arrangement creates a visually interesting pattern. The background has a blurred image of a butterfly wing.](/Res/250/stock 58.jpg "stock.jpg")
Friday, January 1, 1999
Report
Global Child Survival: A Human Rights Priority: Case Studies of Uganda, Mexico, and U.S.
![[ai] A collection of overlapping circular color swatches in various shades including yellow, blue, light gray, and purple, displayed on a white background.](/Res/250/stock 77.jpg "stock.jpg")
Friday, January 1, 1999
Report
Global Child Survival: A Human Rights Priority: Case Studies of Uganda, Mexico, and U.S.
![[ai] A document featuring the title 'Global Child Survival: A Human Rights Priority' in bold text. The image includes four black-and-white photographs of children, some appearing distressed, highlighting the topic of child survival and rights.](/Res/250/global child survival.png "global child survival.png")
Friday, January 1, 1999
Report
Global Child Survival: A Human Rights Priority: Case Studies of Uganda, Mexico, and U.S.
![[ai] A series of overlapping colored circles in various shades, including yellow, blue, and purple, arranged in a grid-like pattern on a light background.](/Res/250/stock 55.jpg "stock.jpg")
![[ai] An arrangement of overlapping circles in various colors, including yellow, blue, and purple, on a white background. The circles exhibit varying opacity and create a visual contrast with subtle shadow effects.](/Res/250/stock 67.jpg "stock.jpg")
![[ai] Cover of a handbook titled 'Handbook on Human Rights in Situations of Conflict' by Janelle M. Diller. The background features a compass design, emphasizing guidance and direction.](/Res/250/handbook.png "handbook.png")
![[ai] The national flag of Bulgaria, featuring three horizontal stripes: white at the top, green in the middle, and red at the bottom.](/Res/250/2560px-Flag_of_Bulgaria 10.jpg "2560px-Flag_of_Bulgaria.jpg")
![[ai] The flag of Albania features a red background with a black double-headed eagle in the center.](/Res/250/1200px-Flag_of_Albania 3.png "1200px-Flag_of_Albania.png")
![[ai] A black and white image of a banner on a building, featuring a raised fist and text in Spanish. The banner commemorates Victor Jara, mentioning his disappearance and the ongoing struggle for justice.](/Res/250/Screen Shot 2021-03-30 at 9.27.52 AM.png "Screen Shot 2021-03-30 at 9.27.52 AM.png")
Monday, January 1, 1996
Report
The Rule of Lawlessness in Mexico: Human Rights Violations in the State of Oaxaca
![[ai] Flag of China featuring a large yellow star and four smaller yellow stars on a red background.](/Res/250/2560px-Flag_of_the_People's_Republic_of_China 2.jpg "2560px-Flag_of_the_People's_Republic_of_China.jpg")
![[ai] The flag of Albania featuring a black double-headed eagle on a red background.](/Res/250/1200px-Flag_of_Albania 4.png "1200px-Flag_of_Albania.png")
![[ai] An arrangement of translucent circular shapes in various colors, including blue, yellow, green, and violet, overlapping in places, on a white background.](/Res/250/stock 69.jpg "stock.jpg")
Wednesday, February 1, 1995
Report
Lifting the Last Curtain: A Report on Domestic Violence in Romania
![[ai] A series of overlapping circles in various colors including yellow, blue, green, light purple, and gray, set against a white background, suggesting a play with color and transparency.](/Res/250/stock 41.jpg "stock.jpg")
![[ai] A composition of overlapping colored circles in shades of yellow, blue, purple, and gray against a plain white background.](/Res/250/stock 59.jpg "stock.jpg")
![[ai] A black and white map of Mexico showing its states with numbered labels. The map includes geographical features such as the Gulf of Mexico and the Pacific Ocean, along with neighboring countries Belize and Guatemala.](/Res/250/Screen Shot 2021-03-30 at 9.24.55 AM 2.png "Screen Shot 2021-03-30 at 9.24.55 AM.png")
![[ai] A black and white map of Mexico displaying its states, labeled with numbers and names. Surrounding countries and oceans are indicated, including the Gulf of Mexico, the Pacific Ocean, Guatemala, and Belize.](/Res/250/Screen Shot 2021-03-30 at 9.24.55 AM 4.png "Screen Shot 2021-03-30 at 9.24.55 AM.png")
![[ai] A black and white map of Mexico showing different states, labeled with numbers and names. The legend lists the key corresponding to each state. Geographic features like the Pacific Ocean and neighboring countries are also indicated.](/Res/250/Screen Shot 2021-03-30 at 9.24.55 AM 3.png "Screen Shot 2021-03-30 at 9.24.55 AM.png")
![[ai] A black and white map of Mexico showing its 32 federal entities. Each state is labeled with its number, including names like Baja California, Jalisco, and Quintana Roo. The map includes surrounding countries and oceans.](/Res/250/Screen Shot 2021-03-30 at 9.24.55 AM 5.png "Screen Shot 2021-03-30 at 9.24.55 AM.png")
![[ai] A black and white map of Mexico displaying its 32 states, labeled with numbers. The map includes geographical features like the Gulf of Mexico, the Pacific Ocean, and neighboring countries such as Guatemala and Belize.](/Res/250/Screen Shot 2021-03-30 at 9.24.55 AM 6.png "Screen Shot 2021-03-30 at 9.24.55 AM.png")
Monday, January 3, 1994
Report
Stifling Human Rights Advocacy in Mexico: The Censure of Brigadier General Jose' Francisco
![[ai] A black and white map of Mexico showing its states, labeled with their names and corresponding numbers. The map includes surrounding countries, Belize and Guatemala, as well as labels for the Pacific Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico.](/Res/250/Screen Shot 2021-03-30 at 9.24.55 AM 7.png "Screen Shot 2021-03-30 at 9.24.55 AM.png")
![[ai] A series of overlapping circular shapes in various colors including yellow, blue, purple, and shades of gray, arranged in a grid-like pattern on a white background.](/Res/250/stock 51.jpg "stock.jpg")
Monday, February 1, 1993
Report
The Minnesota Plan: Recommendations for Preventing Gross Human Rights Violations in Kosovo
![[ai] A map of Mexico outlining the 32 states. Each state is labeled with a number and name for identification. Features include the Gulf of Mexico to the east and the Pacific Ocean to the west, along with neighboring countries Guatemala and Belize.](/Res/250/Screen Shot 2021-03-30 at 9.24.55 AM 8.png "Screen Shot 2021-03-30 at 9.24.55 AM.png")
![[ai] A black and white map of Mexico displaying its 32 states, numbered from 1 to 32. The map includes labeled borders and a legend indicating the state names next to the corresponding numbers.](/Res/250/Screen Shot 2021-03-30 at 9.24.55 AM 9.png "Screen Shot 2021-03-30 at 9.24.55 AM.png")
Tuesday, December 1, 1992
Report
No Double Standards in International Law: Linkage of NAFTA with Hemispheric System of Human Rights
![[ai] A coat of arms illustration featuring two lions on either side of a palm tree and rocky landscape, topped with a crown. Below, the text reads 'Minnesota Advocates for Human Rights' with the date 'October 1992' at the top.](/Res/250/Screen Shot 2021-03-30 at 9.38.04 AM.png "Screen Shot 2021-03-30 at 9.38.04 AM.png")
Thursday, October 1, 1992
Report
Conquest Continued: Disregard for Human and Indigenous Rights in the Mexican State of Chiapas
![[ai] A book cover featuring the title "Shame in the House of Saud" in bold font, with the subtitle "Contempt for Human Rights in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia." A decorative plant design is at the bottom of the cover.](/Res/250/Screen Shot 2021-03-30 at 10.14.13 AM 2.png "Screen Shot 2021-03-30 at 10.14.13 AM.png")
Friday, May 1, 1992
Report
Shame in the House of Saud: Contempt for Human Rights in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
![[ai] The flag of Albania featuring a black double-headed eagle centered on a red background.](/Res/250/1200px-Flag_of_Albania 5.png "1200px-Flag_of_Albania.png")
![[ai] A black and white map of Mexico, displaying its states and numbered regions, with labels for each state. The map includes adjacent countries: Belize and Guatemala, as well as oceans labeled on the bottom.](/Res/250/Screen Shot 2021-03-30 at 9.24.55 AM 10.png "Screen Shot 2021-03-30 at 9.24.55 AM.png")
Wednesday, December 4, 1991
Report
![[ai] Document titled 'Manual on the Effective Prevention and Investigation of Extra-Legal, Arbitrary and Summary Executions' published by the United Nations in 1991, drafted with The Advocates for Human Rights.](/Res/250/mn protocol.png "mn protocol.png")
Tuesday, January 1, 1991
Protocol
![[ai] A series of overlapping circles in various pastel colors, including yellow, blue, and purple, arranged in a pattern on a light background with blurred floral imagery.](/Res/250/stock 42.jpg "stock.jpg")
![[ai] A black and white map of Mexico, showing its states and major geographical features. The map includes numbered labels for each state and is accompanied by a key with the names of the states listed.](/Res/250/Screen Shot 2021-03-30 at 9.24.55 AM 11.png "Screen Shot 2021-03-30 at 9.24.55 AM.png")
Sunday, July 1, 1990
Report
Paper Protection: Human Rights Violations and the Mexican Criminal Justice System
![[ai] A cover page featuring the title "Justice Suspended: the Failure of the Habeas Corpus System in Guatemala". The background shows a historical building with a prominent cross, and silhouettes of people standing in front.](/Res/250/Screen Shot 2021-05-06 at 12.51.03 PM.png "Screen Shot 2021-05-06 at 12.51.03 PM.png")
Monday, January 1, 1990
Report
Justice Suspended: the Failure of the Habeas Corpus System in Guatemala
![[ai] A series of overlapping circular color swatches in various hues including yellow, blue, green, purple, and gray, arranged on a white background.](/Res/250/stock 68.jpg "stock.jpg")
![[ai] The flag of Albania featuring a black double-headed eagle centered on a red background.](/Res/250/1200px-Flag_of_Albania 6.png "1200px-Flag_of_Albania.png")
Monday, August 1, 1988
Report
Albania: Violations of the Right to Freedom of Thought, Conscience and Religion
![[ai] A black and white illustration featuring a man's portrait on the left, with a somber expression, and a depiction of a seated figure in striped prison attire on the right, set within a torn outline of a background.](/Res/250/Screen Shot 2021-03-30 at 10.09.03 AM.png "Screen Shot 2021-03-30 at 10.09.03 AM.png")
![[ai] A black and white image featuring a historical statue of a leader with one arm raised, set against a mountainous background. The text "HUMAN RIGHTS IN THE DEMOCRATIC PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC OF KOREA" is displayed prominently above and below the statue.](/Res/250/Screen Shot 2022-05-18 at 11.40.06 AM.png "Screen Shot 2022-05-18 at 11.40.06 AM.png")
![[ai] A document titled 'TUNISIA: Human Rights Crisis of 1987,' featuring the author's name, 'Minnesota Lawyers International Human Rights Committee,' along with an address in Minneapolis, Minnesota.](/Res/250/tunisia hr crisis of 1987.png "tunisia hr crisis of 1987.png")
News
Wednesday, March 12, 2025
Post
The Advocates in Geneva: Highlights from the 49th Spring Session of the UPR
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Saturday, December 7, 2024
Collaborating with the WAVE Network: The Impact in North Macedonia & Cyprus
Tuesday, December 3, 2024
Profile
New Paths for Women’s Rights: Interview with Stephanie Futter-Orel (WAVE Network)
![[ai] A woman wearing a light-colored scarf holds the Afghan flag, which features the national emblem, in a field during sunset. She is waving the flag, showcasing a sense of pride in her heritage.](/Res/250/Event Website Thumbnail (10).png "[ai] A woman wearing a light-colored scarf holds the Afghan flag, which features the national emblem, in a field during sunset. She is waving the flag, showcasing a sense of pride in her heritage.")
Tuesday, September 24, 2024
Post
UPR: Documenting Rights Violations and Pushing for Change in Afghanistan
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Wednesday, September 11, 2024
Post
Insights from the Interactive Dialogue with Special Rapporteur on Belarus
Tuesday, September 10, 2024
Post
The Advocates' Oral Statement at the Annual Discussion on the Human Rights of Women
Monday, September 9, 2024
Post
2024 Oral Statements to the Human Rights Council on the Outcomes of the UPR
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![[ai] A hand making a peace sign, covered in small flags from various countries against a purple background. The logo for The Advocates for Human Rights is displayed in the bottom right corner.](/Res/250/Copy of Copy of Recurring events(2) 4.png "[ai] A hand making a peace sign, covered in small flags from various countries against a purple background. The logo for The Advocates for Human Rights is displayed in the bottom right corner.")
![[ai] A graphic featuring a fiery background with the text: 'Strategies of Civil Society to Counter the Far-Right Backlash Against Human Rights' and the logo of 'The Advocates for Human Rights', © 2023.](/Res/250/Capturebig.PNG "[ai] A graphic featuring a fiery background with the text: 'Strategies of Civil Society to Counter the Far-Right Backlash Against Human Rights' and the logo of 'The Advocates for Human Rights', © 2023.")
Friday, August 4, 2023
Post
Strategies Of Civil Society To Counter The Far-Right Backlash Against Human Rights
![[ai] A collage of images depicting informal settlements and communities, with people engaged in daily activities and laundry hanging. The bottom right corner features a logo for The Advocates for Human Rights, celebrating 40 years of advocacy.](/Res/250/Copy of Copy of Recurring events(4).png "[ai] A collage of images depicting informal settlements and communities, with people engaged in daily activities and laundry hanging. The bottom right corner features a logo for The Advocates for Human Rights, celebrating 40 years of advocacy.")
![[ai] Logo of The Advocates for Human Rights, featuring an abstract design and the organization's name in white text on a purple background.](/Res/250/2022 State Fair logo(1).png "[ai] Logo of The Advocates for Human Rights, featuring an abstract design and the organization's name in white text on a purple background.")
Friday, July 14, 2023
Press Release
Advocates Call for Passage, Not Political Games, with Reintroduction of Afghan Adjustment Act
![[ai] A woman wearing glasses sits at a conference table, speaking into a microphone. A sign labeled 'NGO' is visible beside her. Participants are seated in the background, engaged in the conference.](/Res/250/2023 Geneva - Louise CRPD Statement.jpeg "[ai] A woman wearing glasses sits at a conference table, speaking into a microphone. A sign labeled 'NGO' is visible beside her. Participants are seated in the background, engaged in the conference.")
![[ai] The European Union flag waving on a pole against a backdrop of blue sky and white clouds, featuring a blue field with a circle of twelve yellow stars.](/Res/250/Copy of Copy of Recurring events 2.png "[ai] The European Union flag waving on a pole against a backdrop of blue sky and white clouds, featuring a blue field with a circle of twelve yellow stars.")
Wednesday, July 12, 2023
Post
EU Accession to the Istanbul Convention Is a Welcome Step and Victory over the Anti-Gender Movement
![[ai] A person holding a transgender pride flag against a blue sky, with a text overlay that reads, 'United in Diversity: Fighting the Anti-Trans Movement Presented by The Advocates for Human Rights.'](/Res/250/White and Yellow Gradient Business Talk Podcast 2.png "[ai] A person holding a transgender pride flag against a blue sky, with a text overlay that reads, 'United in Diversity: Fighting the Anti-Trans Movement Presented by The Advocates for Human Rights.'")
![[ai] A woman carrying a large load on her head walks along a street, while a child follows closely behind with their hands clasped behind their back.](/Res/250/Copy of Copy of Recurring events.png "[ai] A woman carrying a large load on her head walks along a street, while a child follows closely behind with their hands clasped behind their back.")
Monday, June 19, 2023
Post
Advocates Archive: Liberia Truth and Reconciliation Commission (2006-2009)
![[ai] A graphic celebrating Pride Month, featuring a colorful rainbow coming from a hand silhouette. The text states, 'Pride Month,' 'Celebrate the Freedom of Love,' and 'All month & always,' along with a logo for The Advocates for Human Rights.](/Res/250/Pride.png "[ai] A graphic celebrating Pride Month, featuring a colorful rainbow coming from a hand silhouette. The text states, 'Pride Month,' 'Celebrate the Freedom of Love,' and 'All month & always,' along with a logo for The Advocates for Human Rights.")
![[ai] A collage of four images depicting social gatherings. The top left shows a speaker addressing a group, while the top right features a crowd listening intently. The bottom left highlights an intimate setting with a small group, and the bottom right presents a larger gathering.](/Res/250/Copy of Recurring events 2.png "[ai] A collage of four images depicting social gatherings. The top left shows a speaker addressing a group, while the top right features a crowd listening intently. The bottom left highlights an intimate setting with a small group, and the bottom right presents a larger gathering.")
![[ai] A group of five individuals posing for a selfie outdoors, with flags in the background. They are smiling, wearing casual and professional attire, and the setting appears to be a formal location.](/Res/250/MicrosoftTeams-image 3.png "[ai] A group of five individuals posing for a selfie outdoors, with flags in the background. They are smiling, wearing casual and professional attire, and the setting appears to be a formal location.")
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Friday, March 24, 2023
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Advocates Archive: Public Hearings for the Liberian Truth and Reconciliation Commission (2008)
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Friday, February 24, 2023
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One Year On, February 24 Marks the Anniversary of Russia’s War in Ukraine
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Friday, December 2, 2022
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Our Oral Statement at the 35th Special Session of the Human Rights Council
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Friday, November 4, 2022
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Do Not Send Haitians or Other Displaced People to Detention at Guantánamo Bay
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Thursday, March 31, 2022
Press Release
The Advocates Gathers Stories from Human Rights Defenders in Ukraine
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Thursday, February 24, 2022
Press Release
The Advocates Calls for Cessation of Hostilities, Respect for Human Rights in Ukraine
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Friday, January 28, 2022
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AHR Responds to the UN Special Rapporteur Call for Submissions on Indigenous Women & Girls
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Monday, September 27, 2021
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The Advocates Joins Call for Accountability for Border Patrol Abuses in Del Rio, Texas
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Friday, September 17, 2021
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Hindu Nationalists Follow International Playbook, Threaten Participants in U.S. Academic Conference
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Thursday, August 12, 2021
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The Advocates Joins in Call for Effective Implementation of Liberian Immigration Program
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Wednesday, August 4, 2021
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Confronting the Gap between the Law and Reality to Protect Women from Domestic Violence
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Tuesday, June 22, 2021
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Honoring Women Against Violence Europe (WAVE): A 2021 Human Rights Award Recipient
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Wednesday, May 12, 2021
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The UPR as a Framework for Accountability for Excessive Use of Force by Police in the U.S.
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Wednesday, May 5, 2021
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Ensure African States Don’t Flout Court Judgment Striking Down Mandatory Death Penalty Laws
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Tuesday, March 23, 2021
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US Should Seek to Reform Its Own Ambivalence Toward International Human Rights Law
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Monday, March 22, 2021
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Outrage as Turkish President Erdogan Withdraws from the Istanbul Convention
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Thursday, March 18, 2021
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High Hopes for Substantial Progress on the Death Penalty Tempered by Mild Rhetoric
Wednesday, March 17, 2021
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At the UN Human Rights Council, Biden Administration Does an About-Face
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Friday, February 12, 2021
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The Concerns Strategic Lawsuits Against Public Participation (SLAPPs) Pose to Free Speech
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Wednesday, January 20, 2021
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The Advocates Welcomes First Steps, Calls for Sustained Commitment to Human Rights
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Friday, January 8, 2021
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Inter-American Commission on Human Rights calls on U.S. to stay executions
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Thursday, December 10, 2020
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The Advocates Addresses Systemic Racism in U.S. Policing Before Two UN Bodies
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Monday, December 7, 2020
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Establishing the Death Penalty for Rape in Bangladesh Does Little to Protect Victims
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Tuesday, December 1, 2020
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Celebrating Human Rights Day: Recover Better – Stand Up for Human Rights
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Friday, October 30, 2020
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Live from Geneva! The Pandemic Won’t Stop The Advocates’ Human Rights Advocacy
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Tuesday, June 16, 2020
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UN Human Rights Council Shines Spotlight on Systemic Racism and Police Brutality
Thursday, April 30, 2020
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Wednesday, October 9, 2019
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The Rights of Children Whose Parents Are Sentenced to Death - The Case of Tunisia
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Friday, April 26, 2019
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Puerto Rico and the Federal Death Penalty: A Legacy of Colonial Paternalism
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![[ai] A woman speaking at a podium during a session, with a report titled 'Burundi UPR Report' in front of her. Two colleagues are seated nearby, and a person is seated in the background, focused on their device.](/Res/250/Screenshot 2021-04-05 143034.png "[ai] A woman speaking at a podium during a session, with a report titled 'Burundi UPR Report' in front of her. Two colleagues are seated nearby, and a person is seated in the background, focused on their device.")
![[ai] A woman wearing glasses and a colorful coat speaks at a conference table, with participants in the background. A sign reading 'NGOs' is visible behind her, indicating the organizational context of the event.](/Res/250/Screenshot 2021-04-05 143332.png "[ai] A woman wearing glasses and a colorful coat speaks at a conference table, with participants in the background. A sign reading 'NGOs' is visible behind her, indicating the organizational context of the event.")
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Thursday, March 7, 2019
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International Women’s Day 2019: Think Equal, Build Smart, Innovate for Change
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Wednesday, June 13, 2018
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Welcome Home Series: English-Speaking Cameroonians Work to Highlight Human Rights Abuses
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Friday, April 27, 2018
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Morocco’s human rights record should threaten eligibility to host FIFA World Cup
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Friday, January 26, 2018
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![[ai] A group of officials from Ukraine seated at a conference table, with one man speaking into a microphone labeled 'Ukraine'. Other attendees are seated in the background, listening attentively.](/Res/250/ukraine-blog-photo-1.png "[ai] A group of officials from Ukraine seated at a conference table, with one man speaking into a microphone labeled 'Ukraine'. Other attendees are seated in the background, listening attentively.")
Wednesday, January 24, 2018
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Ukraine delays decision on UPR recommendations on domestic violence
Monday, January 8, 2018
Profile
What’s it like to be an Advocate for Human Rights? An interview with Amy Bergquist
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Tuesday, January 2, 2018
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Building the Capacity of Russian-Speaking Lawyers to Protect Women’s Human Rights
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![[ai] A diverse group of individuals posing for a photo in a professional setting, with a projection screen in the background displaying the @UNGenderNetwork and #UNGenderNetwork. The group includes men and women, dressed in formal attire.](/Res/250/img_4069.jpg "[ai] A diverse group of individuals posing for a photo in a professional setting, with a projection screen in the background displaying the @UNGenderNetwork and #UNGenderNetwork. The group includes men and women, dressed in formal attire.")
Thursday, December 28, 2017
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UN Gender Network: Understanding How Gender Impacts the UN’s Activities and Leadership
Wednesday, December 20, 2017
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Bringing stories of women and children fleeing violence to the international stage
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Tuesday, October 10, 2017
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Young artists share their vision for a world without the death penalty
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Tuesday, August 29, 2017
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Welcome Home Blog Series: Oromos organize and build bridges to hold Ethiopia accountable
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Saturday, April 22, 2017
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My Experience at the UN: Emerging from the well and seeing the sky is never-ending
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Monday, March 10, 2014
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Live from Geneva! It’s Crunch Time for the UN’s Examination of the U.S. Human Rights Record
