The African Centre for Democracy and Human Right Studies (ACDHRS) is now accepting applications for participation in a training workshop on accessing regional and international human rights mechanisms. The ACDHRS is an independent, non-profit organization that promotes human rights and democracy issues in the African continent through training, advocacy, networking, and action-oriented research. The training…
On July 1, 2016, the United Nations Human Rights Council (HRC) passed the HRC32 Resolution, reaffirming the right to freedom of expression online and condemning any government action to block or disrupt internet access. The passage is a major win for civil society despite authoritarian regimes’ efforts to introduce amendments to the resolution which would…
Global Philanthropy Project (GPP) in partnership with Funders for LGBTQ Issues produced the 2013-2014 Global Resources Report: Philanthropic and Government Support for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Intersex Communities, a comprehensive report which documents the international funding of LGBTI issues around the world. The report spans 2013-2014 and includes 9,632 grants awarded by 431…
The new report issued by the office of the UN High Commissioner provides examples of how countries can create and maintain a robust civil society. Recommendations from the report include examples of effective legislation that protects human rights, investments in strong judiciary institutions, open access to information, international human rights institutions and mechanisms, as…