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Washington Center for Human Rights calls on UNHRC to renew mandates on Nicaragua

The Washington Center for Human Rights is deeply concerned about the human rights situation in Nicaragua. We believe that the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) should renew the mandate of the Group of Human Rights Experts on Nicaragua and the reporting mandate on Nicaragua of the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights […]

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China’s Ongoing Human Rights Violations: Urgent Call for International Action

The Washington Center for Human Rights is deeply concerned about the ongoing human rights violations in China. The Chinese government’s policies and actions towards its own citizens and the people of Hong Kong and Xinjiang are a clear violation of international human rights law. These abuses have been well-documented by international organizations, journalists, and human […]

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Revealing the Fate of Dhaifullah Zaid Al-Sareeh Al-Otaibi: A Call for Justice and Accountability in Saudi Arabia

On the 15th anniversary of the arrest of Dhaifullah Zaid Al-Sareeh Al-Otaibi, the Washington Center for Human Rights calls on the Saudi Arabian authorities to reveal his fate and release him immediately. Dhaifullah was arrested in 2008 for expressing his opinions on improving the standard of living for his fellow citizens. As a result of […]

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The Unjust Imprisonment of Dr. Saud Al-Fanisan: A Call for Action on Human Rights in Saudi Arabia

On the fourth anniversary of the arrest of Dr. Saud Al-Fanisan, former Dean of the Faculty of Sharia at Al-Imam University in Saudi Arabia, the Washington Center for Human Rights reiterates its call for his immediate release. Dr. Al-Fanisan has been unfairly sentenced to seven years in prison on charges related to his peaceful expression […]

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Protecting free speech in Nigeria: The role of international organizations

The Washington Center for Human Rights (WCHR) is gravely concerned about the state of freedom of expression in Nigeria. As an organization that is committed to promoting and protecting human rights globally, we believe that freedom of expression is a fundamental right that should be protected and promoted in all countries, including Nigeria. Freedom of […]

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Condemning Venezuela’s Violations of Freedom of Expression: A Call to Action by the Washington Center for Human Rights

The Washington Center for Human Rights is deeply concerned about the ongoing violations of freedom of expression in Venezuela. The Venezuelan government has consistently violated the right to freedom of expression by using laws and regulations to restrict the media, censor online content, and punish individuals who express their views. Journalists, human rights defenders, and […]

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Human Rights Abuses in Sudan: Addressing Ongoing Atrocities and the Road to Accountability

Human Rights Abuses in Sudan: Addressing Ongoing Atrocities and the Road to Accountability Human rights violations continue to be a major concern in Sudan in 2023. Amnesty International’s latest report on Sudan highlights numerous abuses, including arbitrary arrests, torture, and extrajudicial killings by security forces. The report also mentions the ongoing conflict in Darfur, which […]

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Human Rights Violations in Morocco: Challenges and Opportunities for Change

Introduction Morocco is a country located in North Africa, bordered by Algeria, Western Sahara, the Atlantic Ocean, and the Mediterranean Sea. The country has a population of approximately 36 million people, and its official languages are Arabic and Berber. While Morocco has made some progress in terms of human rights, the country still faces significant […]

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Steps that the US can take to address the issue of human rights violations in the UAE

Introduction: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is a federal monarchy located in the Arabian Peninsula. Despite the UAE’s rapid economic development and modernization, it has come under heavy criticism for its human rights record. In recent years, the UAE has been accused of violating human rights through various means such as labor exploitation, discrimination, political […]