Civil Society Groups Demand Release of Journalist Haidar Qandil in Egypt
CPJ and partner organizations have demanded the release of journalist Haidar Qandil and other Shi'a Muslims detained in Egypt around Ashura.
Taliban Accused of Forcibly Disappearing Six Afghan NGO Workers
HRW says six Afghan NGO workers supporting women’s and children’s rights have been missing since their detention in Kabul.
COP31 Stakeholder and Türkiye Pavilion Applications Close Today
COP31 stakeholder and Türkiye Pavilion side-event applications close today for civil society and other eligible organizations.
Amnesty Raises Health and Extradition Concerns for Azerbaijani Activists
Amnesty raises health concerns for two Azerbaijani detainees and urges Ukraine not to extradite activist Bahruz Hasanli.
Haiti Women’s Organizations Face Aid Cuts as Gang Violence Expands
Haiti women’s organizations are confronting shrinking aid while gang violence increases demand for community support.
Greenwashing Under Scrutiny: Are German Authorities Shielding Bayer Instead of Consumers?
Human rights advocates argue that the dismissal of complaints over Bayer's environmental claims raises concerns about corporate accountability.
EU Civil Society Calls for a Stronger Rule of Law Report to Protect Democracy
Civil society organizations across Europe are urging the European Commission to strengthen its Rule of Law Report with stronger oversight and accountability.
Amnesty Warns Georgia Has Built a Coordinated System to Silence Dissent
Amnesty International says Georgian authorities are using laws, courts and police force to suppress dissent and weaken civil society.
EIB’s €7.9 Billion Package Opens New Doors for Innovation, Climate Action and Partnerships
The EIB Group approved €7.9 billion to boost innovation, clean energy, infrastructure and global development partnerships.
New Peace Fund Puts Civil Society at the Heart of Israel-Palestine Dialogue
UK, Australia and Canada launch a new fund to support Israeli-Palestinian civil society peacebuilding and dialogue.