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Local, state, and federal agencies have a duty to defend against human rights abuses. We use written complaints and comments and on-the-ground advocacy to move governments in the United States to uphold human rights.

  • March 30, 2023
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    Immigrants’ Rights and Human Rights Organizations File Civil Rights Complaint Exposing Torture, Sexual Abuse, and Medical Neglect of a Hunger Striker at a Louisiana ICE Detention Center

    Learn more: Immigrants’ Rights and Human Rights Organizations File Civil Rights Complaint Exposing Torture, Sexual Abuse, and Medical Neglect of a Hunger Striker at a Louisiana ICE Detention Center
  • March 28, 2023
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    Human Rights Organizations Urge Biden Administration to Withdraw Proposed Regulations that Would Effectively Ban Black Asylum Seekers

    Learn more: Human Rights Organizations Urge Biden Administration to Withdraw Proposed Regulations that Would Effectively Ban Black Asylum Seekers
  • June 21, 2021
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    DHS Complaint Details Horrific Conditions, Abuse at Louisiana ICE Jail

    DHS Complaint Details Horrific Conditions, Abuse at Louisiana ICE Jail
    Learn more: DHS Complaint Details Horrific Conditions, Abuse at Louisiana ICE Jail
  • July 16, 2020
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    The U.S. Must Comply with International Refugee Protection Standards

    Learn more: The U.S. Must Comply with International Refugee Protection Standards

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