Articles by Human Rights Watch
Algeria: Reverse decision to dissolve leading human rights group
“The Algerian authorities seem determined to shut down any independent activity that would shed light on human rights violations,” says HRW.
New report: Lesbian, bisexual, and queer women under attack around the world
“Lesbian, bisexual and queer women are renowned for leading human rights struggles around the world, but the scale of brutal violence, legal discrimination, and sexualized harassment these communities face is rarely documented” – HRW
Another blow to the right to privacy as Russia legalises massive DNA collection
A new law extends compulsory DNA data collection: anyone suspected of any crime will have their DNA collected, and those convicted or sentenced to administrative detention for a misdemeanour will have their DNA profile stored in a state database for life.
Yemen: Houthis impose harsh restrictions on women’s and girls’ rights
UN experts report on increased violations of women’s rights to freedom of movement, expression, health, and work in Yemen.
Russia designates Andrei Sakharov Foundation as “undesirable”
“By labelling the foundation ‘undesirable,’ the Kremlin is also ostracizing Sakharov’s legacy and, essentially, all the human rights defenders, independent journalists, activists, pro-democracy scientists, and cultural figures associated with it in Russia” – HRW
Rwanda must investigate the mysterious death of investigative journalist
Investigative journalist John Williams Ntwali, who was a fearless voice of victims of human rights violations in Rwanda and a government critic, died in a mysterious car crash according to police.
Egypt: A year of whitewashing despite dire crisis
In 2022, key civil society figures faced arbitrary travel bans, asset freezes, and criminal investigations in retaliation for their peaceful activism or criticism, says a new HRW report.
HRW launches ‘World Report 2023’
“The past year has demonstrated that all governments bear the responsibility of protecting human rights around the world. Against a backdrop of shifting power, there is more space, not less, for states to stand up for human rights as new coalitions and new voices of leadership emerge.”