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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Nigerian humanist, Leo Igwe, facing the threat of spurious charges
Notorious witch-hunter Helen Ukpabio seeks damages equivalent to US$51.7 million and threatens to file spurious defamation charges against Nigerian humanist…
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Human rights victory as Sudan abolishes death sentence for apostasy
Humanists International welcomes progressive criminal justice reforms in Sudan
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Humanists International calls for a global ban on anti-LBGTI “conversion therapy”
Humanists International takes aim at the religious arguments underpinning the anti-LGBTI practice of 'conversion therapy'
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Further delays extend already protracted process for lawyers to gain access to Mubarak Bala
One week on, the police commissioner has yet to be served with the court order that would set the process…
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To end violence against children, we still need to tackle harmful traditional beliefs
Humanists International reminds the UN that many acts of violence against children are rooted in harmful traditional, cultural and religious…
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Tunisian activist faces imminent deportation from Denmark, posing an extreme risk to his well-being
Nacer Amari faces imminent deportation from Denmark where he has sought asylum, putting him at risk of persecution in Tunisia
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Positive developments in the case of Mubarak Bala
After nearly two months in detention, a Nigerian court has granted Mubarak Bala access to his lawyer.
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Humanists International calls on OSCE States to repeal ‘fake news’ laws
Humanists International calls on OSCE participating States to end violations of freedom of expression and repeal laws criminalising the spread…
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