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Fighting for Justice With Indigenous Activists in Guatemala
Tags Share Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights and the Xinka Parliament of Guatemala are asking the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights (IACHR) to hold the Guatemalan government responsible for failing to protect the life of 16-year-old indigenous activist Topacio Reynoso and her father, also an activist. This case is representative of the threats and attacks…
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RFK Human Rights Announces Eight New Powerhouse Board Members
These new board members bring a diversity of strengths and a common commitment to human rights, social justice, and the belief that every person can make a difference.
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The Case of Omoyele Sowore
Nigerian authorities have subjected the journalist and human rights defender to multiple human rights violations.
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RFK Human Rights Launches Bold Immigration Initiative
The $5 million effort will bring critical attention to the immigration crisis beyond the atrocities at the southern border, including the destructive immigration raids and arrests occurring throughout the country.
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RFK Human Rights Leads Global Litigation Network to Protect Civic Space
Tags Share In functioning democracies, individuals and members of civic groups freely engage in dialogue about their community’s social, political, and economic issues and play a role in crafting policies that affect their lives. The protection of civic space is crucial in affording journalists, opposition groups, and social action organizations sufficient opportunity to exercise their…
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Vishal Verma Joins Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights Leadership Council
Tags Share We are honored to have Vishal Verma join the Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights Leadership Council and take his place among many inspired dedicated business and community leaders members committed to continuing Robert F. Kennedy’s legacy to stand against oppression and fight for justice. Verma is a partner at the Edgewood Group., a…
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Our 2019 Ripple of Hope Awards Gala is December 12!
The 51st annual RFK Human Rights Ripple of Hope ceremony will be held on December 12, 2019, in New York City to honor laureates for humanitarian advocacy around the globe.
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Historic Week for Justice for the Rohingya
Tags Share Signaling a growing global commitment to hold leaders accountable for atrocities, two international courts this week moved forward with ground-breaking cases to hold the Myanmar government accountable for violent attacks against the Rohingya people. On Monday, the small West African country of Gambia initiated historic proceedings against Myanmar at the International Court of…
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Bangladesh: Protect Rohingya Refugees
We signed an open letter to the Bangladesh Prime Minister, calling for the government to prioritize Rohingya refugee rights.
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Fighting for Bail Reform in Dallas
RFK Human Rights has joined Dignity Over Dollars, a unique coalition bringing together activists of different faiths, races, economic backgrounds, and professions to end money bail in Dallas.
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Abuse of Cyber Security Laws to Unduly Limit Civic Space
Tags Share Honourable Chairperson, Honourable Commissioners, State delegates, Ladies and Gentlemen, This is a joint statement from the Institute for Human Rights and Development in Africa (IHRDA) and the Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights. We take this opportunity to congratulate the new Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson of the Commission, and wish them all the best as…
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Speak Truth to Power Launches in The Balkans
Tags Share In the beginning of October, Kerry and the Speak Truth to Power team went to Sarajevo to launch STTP in the Balkans. In collaboration with the Foundation of Shared Societies and Values Sarajevo, Kerry and the STTP team met with leaders and educators of the Balkans to discuss implementing STTP in Sarajevo and…
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