Artistic freedom is a ‘cornerstone of democracy’, civil society tells EU
Humanists International urges EU to do more to protect freedom of artistic expression in the face of increasing threats.
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Humanists International joins call for urgent UN investigation into China’s human rights violations
Humanists International has joined over 300 NGOs in a call for systematic UN monitoring and reporting on China's human rights…
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UN Day honouring victims of violence based on religion or belief
Humanists International remembers the victims of violence based on religion or belief and shares its thoughts on resisting religious intolerance.
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My friend Narendra Dhabholkar
On the 7th anniversary of Narendra Dhabholkar's murder, his good friend Narendra Nayak reminds us of Dhabholkar's dedication and contributions…
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Bangladesh should drop spurious charges against blogger Asad Noor
Noor has been charged with ‘spreading rumours’ and ‘defaming Islam’. Authorities in Bangladesh are threatening his family in retribution.
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Sri Lankan Ex-Muslims urge government to remove “ethnicity, religion and race” from birth certificates
A statement from Humanists International member organisation, Council of Ex-Muslisms of Sri Lanka (CEMSL)
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Humanist activist calls for a moratorium on forced evictions in India
Humanists oppose India's policy of forced evictions against families in marginalised and low-income communities.
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Sri Lankan rationalist summoned by police for questioning
Indika Rathnayake summoned by police after a Buddhist monk accused him of propagating fictitious ideas about Buddha and Buddhism.
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At UN, Humanists International highlights importance of artistic expression during Covid-19
In this time of heightened fear, enforced isolation and loss, defending freedom of artistic expression is more important than ever.
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Case against Sri Lankan writer for hurting religious sentiments should be dropped
Award-winning Sri Lankan writer, Shakthika Sathkumara, stands accused of having hurt the religious feelings of Buddhists and advocated hatred in…
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Importance of Freedom of Artistic Expression in Context of Covid-19
ORAL STATEMENT International Humanist and Ethical Union 44th Session of the UN Human Rights Council (30 June 2020 to 17…
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