[New] In the coming months, the U.S. Supreme Court will rule on a case that could weaken or overturn key parts of the Voting Rights Act - a Civil Rights-era law that protects the power of racial minorities to elect candidates of their choice.
The Marshall Project
[New] The Philippines' vulnerability to criminal populism stems from recurring political habits and institutional failures, which legitimize punitive governance even at the cost of human rights and accountability.
The ASEAN Frontier
[New] Done well, intercultural initiatives will resonate with Australians, and over time should foster reduced prejudice and social polarization, stronger integration and trust between communities and institutions, and greater resilience to hate-based violence and misinformation.
The Conversation
[New] Under the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, authorities at all levels are obligated to ensure protection and safety of people with disabilities in situations of risk, including disasters. / Philippines
Human Rights Watch
[New] The Philippines is obligated under international human rights law to respect, protect, and fulfill everyone's economic, social, and cultural rights, and to protect them from reasonably foreseeable climate change risks, including sea-level rise and other climate change impacts.
Human Rights Watch
[New] If Del Carmen's planned relocation successfully upholds human rights, it could serve as a model for municipalities across the Philippines, and perhaps in the 77 other countries where disaster-related planned relocations have been documented.
Human Rights Watch
[New] The ACLU wants clear policies, including limits on when flights can take place - not for crowd control or to monitor protests, which could infringe on people's First Amendment rights.
InvestigateTV
[New] Prison officers are failing to put some of Britain's most dangerous inmates into solitary confinement over fears of challenges by human rights lawyers.
Counter Extremism Project
[New] Offenders convicted of any crime will no longer be able to rely on glowing character references during sentencing under changes being introduced in New South Wales, in a move supported by survivors of sexual abuse but which others say could limit defendants' rights.
The Guardian
[New] Venezuela's acting President Delcy Rodriguez on Friday announced an amnesty bill that could lead to the release of hundreds of prisoners, including opposition leaders, journalists and human rights activists detained for political reasons.
KPBS
[New] Women's rights in Iran could not be postponed until after political change.
NCRI
[New] In 2026, 61.9% of women delegates will represent historically marginalized racial / ethnic communities (that proportion is 61.8% at the end of 2025). / USA
Center for American Women and Politics
[New] In 2026 nearly half (44.4%) of assemblywomen will represent historically marginalized racial / ethnic communities (that proportion is 48.4% at the end of 2025).
Center for American Women and Politics
[New] Data from the Pew Research Centre shows that women, particularly younger women, experience high levels of severe online harassment, including sexual harassment and threats of violence.
CEOWORLD Magazine
[New] Military Sexual Trauma is defined by the United States Department of Veterans Affairs as threatening, repetitive sexual harassment or sexual assault, including rape.
Cuddigan Law
[New] Access Inequality: Elite athletes move to cleaner environments, but grassroots athletes face severe health risks, widening gaps. / India
PMF IAS
[New] As global populations age, the role of business in shaping older persons' enjoyment of human rights will continue to expand.
GlobalAgeing
[New] To combat the threat, Human Rights Watch is urging nations to push back against aggressive superpowers such as Russia, China and now also the United States.
Euronews
[New] Rights advocates have raised free speech concerns under Donald Trump's administration, citing his crackdown on pro-Palestinian protests against Israel's assault on Gaza, and his threats against liberal non-profits and groups opposed to his agenda, including his immigration and climate policies.
The Guardian
Last updated: 08 March 2026
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