Advocacy News / 28 February 2022 Humanists International: “Human Rights Council must act in response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine” Ahead of an urgent debate at the UN Human Rights Council on the Human Rights situation in Ukraine, Humanists International… Read More
Advocacy News / 11 February 2022 Humanists International joins 349 civil society groups calling for UN to be more open to NGOs A group of NGOs have sent a letter to all UN states urging them to reform the UN Committee on… Read More
Advocacy News / 20 January 2022 Humanists International’s member organizations participate in UPR workshop During the training, 21 participants from 12 member organizations learned about how to engage effectively with the process. Read More
Advocacy News / 7 December 2021 UN renews “efficiency” measures, restricting civil society participation Humanists International participated in a civil society campaign highlighting how the "efficiency measures" are undermining the Council’s commitment to human… Read More
Advocacy News / 21 October 2021 Humanists International welcomes UN Report on Freedom of Thought Humanists International has welcomed a report by the UN Special Rapporteur on Freedom of Religion or Belief, Dr Ahmed Shaheed,… Read More
Advocacy News / 8 October 2021 Humanists back robust UN resolution on child marriage in times of crisis The Council adopted the resolution on “child marriage in times of crisis”, despite hostile amendments emphasizing “religious specificities”. Read More
Advocacy News / 8 October 2021 Humanists International urges Egypt and Nigeria to uphold rights of non-religious, at UN Humanists International has raised the case of Mubarak Bala, and reminded Egypt and Nigeria of their obligations under the Durban… Read More
Advocacy News / 4 October 2021 Humanists International calls on UN states to urgently ensure access to safe abortion To mark International Safe Abortion day, Humanists International has called on states at the UN to do more to ensure… Read More
Advocacy News / 30 September 2021 Council of Europe resolves to “strengthen the fight against ‘honour’ crimes” Crimes of "honour" and the right to a healthy environment were on the agenda during the Autumn Session of the… Read More
Advocacy News / 28 September 2021 Humanists call on the Government of Ghana to reject proposed anti-LGBTI+ law At UN, Humanists International condemns draft law giving lengthy prison sentences for being LGBTI+ or for engaging in "LGBTI+ advocacy." Read More
Advocacy News / 15 September 2021 Human Rights Council session will test commitment of States to avert climate disaster Humanists International joins civil society coalition calling on the UN to recognize the right to a healthy environment. Read More