Given China’s poor human rights reputation, the upcoming 2022 Beijing Winter Games has the potential to be used as a vehicle for human rights reforms in the country.
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In light of climate change concerns, a dangerous trend of “eco-colonialism” threatens indigenous rights, even in free and equal societies committed to renewable energy usage.
Read moreChad Adopts Law Protecting Refugee Rights
Chad has been praised for adopting a new asylum law to protect the rights of refugees, but more is needed to make these rights a reality.
Read moreBook Review: Queer Palestine and the Empire of Critique
Sa’ed Atshan illustrates the rise of the LGBTQ+ movement in Palestine and the resulting transnational queer movement which stands in solidarity with Palestinians. The existence of an “empire of critique” is also demonstrated, one which has restricted the growth of the Palestinian LGBTQ+ social movement.
Read moreA Step Forward For Women’s Rights: Pakistan Introduces New Rape Laws
Following a series of notorious and disturbing rape cases in Pakistan, campaigns, protests, and demonstrations have led to the welcome introduction of anti-rape laws.
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