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Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights Welcomes Three New Members to Board of Directors
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The New Orleans Advocate: What to Know About Louisiana’s ICE Detention Centers After Mahmoud Khalil’s Arrest
Fortune: Most Powerful Women newsletter – Board Members Lisa Osborne Ross and Pamela Pavkov
The New Orleans Advocate: Arrest of Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil, detention in Jena stir small protest in New Orleans
Shut Down the Central Louisiana ICE Processing Center
Mahmoud Khalil, a student protest leader, has been detained and disappeared into the black hole of immigration detention at the Central Louisiana ICE Processing Center (CLIPC) in Jena, Louisiana. His arrest is a direct attack on free speech and a chilling reminder that the United States will silence those it disagrees with.
Celebrating Women’s History Month
This month, join us in celebrating the human rights defenders whose bravery and leadership are driving forward progress to end violence against women and advance gender equality. Learn more about these courageous defenders, emblematic cases, and educational resources.
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