UN adopts landmark resolution condemning witchcraft accusations
The resolution condemns “the widespread discrimination, stigma, social exclusion and forced displacement" associated with witchcraft accusations.
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“Capital Punishment without trial in India”: about the death in custody of Father Stan Swamy
A blog post by Vidya Bhushan Rawat
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At UN, Humanists International calls for freedom of thought in schools
Responding to a report on the cultural dimensions of the right to education, Humanists International advocated for critical and creative…
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Importance of freedom of thought in schools
International Humanist and Ethical Union 47th Session of the UN Human Rights Council (21 June to 13 July 2021) Interactive…
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Indian rationalist victim of viral hate campaign
Prominent Indian rationalist, Prof. Narendra Nayak, files police complaint following circulation of audio recording inciting violence against him
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Humanists International renews call to action over the persecution of alleged witches
In a written statement to the Human Rights Council, Humanists International raised the global phenomenon of witchcraft-related human rights abuses.
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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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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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