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Norway’s human rights record to be examined by Universal Periodic Review
Belarus’ engagement with the UN human rights system at historical low, says Special Rapporteur
COVID Review a good start, but human toll must be recognised
Comment by UN Human Rights Office spokesperson Jeremy Laurence on deadly Gaza strike
UN expert urges Canada to stand firm on commitment to human rights of Afghans: Afghanistan
UN expert on toxics and human rights to visit Samoa
Lorna Jane first brand in Oxfam’s What She Makes campaign to pay living wage to garment workers
Escalating violence in Al-Jazirah: Sudan
UN Fact-Finding Mission documents large-scale sexual violence and other human rights violations in newly issued report: Sudan
Special Rapporteur concerned by limited access to sanctions-related justice
Antisemitism at Australian universities referred to the Parliamentary Joint Committee on Human Rights
Care: A critical investment for gender equality and the rights of women and girls
UN expert: Unlawful deaths of LGBTIQ+ persons resulting from discrimination and hate an affront to human rights
‘Sexual precarity’: how insecure work puts migrants at risk of being sexually harassed, assaulted or trafficked
Regional organisations worldwide must protect, not threaten, human rights while countering terrorism, says UN expert
New survey: a significant number of workplaces may not be meeting their legal obligation to prevent sexual harassment
‘It Is Time for Decisive Action for Peace’ in Sudan, Secretary-General Stresses to Security Council, Outlining ‘On-The-Ground-Recommendations
Justice is not for sale, says Special Rapporteur
UN Human Rights Chief Volker Türk to visit Bangladesh
Hijab bans in sports are discriminatory and must be reversed, say experts: France
“There is no hierarchy” in human rights: ALRC President examines what happens when human rights interact
Major increases to penalties and criminal offences planned for NDIS providers
UN expert: Remediation for loss and damage essential to ensure climate justice and realise the right to development
Special Rapporteur calls for consistent approach to child protection across the country: Germany
Türk says world must act as darkest moment of Gaza conflict unfolds
UN experts alarmed by harrowing conditions for Palestinians with disabilities trapped in Gaza: A tragedy within a tragedy
UN expert: Growth-obsessed economy creating ‘unseen mental health crisis’ for people in poverty
AI international solidarity approach urgently needed to unite humanity, says Independent Expert
UN expert: Harm reduction should be integrated into universal health coverage plans
Dual-language Memoir Wins Hungerford Award
NSW Government delivers on its commitment to establish a LGBTIQ+ Advisory Council
Locking Up Children Should Be Last Resort
Opening Remarks – Apia, Samoa
Security Council Press Statement on Terrorist Attack on Turkish Aerospace Industries’ Facilities in Ankara
says UN expert: States and sporting associations must act immediately to revise discriminatory policies and practices in sports
Statute of limitations must not deny justice to families of 85 victims killed in Tak Bai incident, say UN experts: Thailand
Declaration of Helsinki turns 60 – how this foundational document of medical ethics has stood the test of time
UN privacy expert: Guidelines update crucial to regulate computerised personal data files
UN women’s rights committee issues guidance on women’s equal and inclusive representation in decision-making: Half the power
On UN Day, UN research and training institutions commit to advancing the Pact for the Future
Recognising Victoria’s Extraordinary Seniors
Israel’s military strikes on financial institutions in Lebanon violate international humanitarian law, says expert
UN experts: Russia must confirm news of Ukrainian journalist’s death in custody
Mental Health Bill passes first reading
Prime Minister to attend 2024 Commonwealth Heads of Government meeting
War on women – Women killed in armed conflicts double in 2023
View from The Hill: We have bigger issues around freedom of speech than Lidia Thorpe’s noisy protest
Security Council Press Statement on Situation in Colombia following Security Council Session on 15 October

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