Human Rights

In Eichsfeld, Germany, Erdina Laca, an asylum seeker from Albania, now uses a special payment card for groceries, part of a new regulation that limits cash benefit payments for asylum-seekers. Under this rule, asylum-seekers receive half of their government benefits on a card for use at local shops and services, …

A recent report by the UN Committee Against Torture has called for immediate action to improve the treatment of asylum seekers in Austria, particularly those identified as victims of torture or with mental health conditions. The report, released in Geneva on Friday, criticized Austria for detaining individuals with mental health …

With EU elections looming and the rise of far-right parties anticipated, the 27-nation bloc is set to give final approval to a significant overhaul of its migration and asylum policies after nearly a decade of contentious debates. The landmark legislative package, scheduled for approval on Tuesday, reflects years of negotiations …

Ireland has announced a significant reduction in the weekly allowance for Ukrainian refugees living in state-provided accommodation, aiming to align its system more closely with other European countries. Financial Support Cut for Thousands of Refugees Starting in August, Ukrainian refugees in state accommodation will see their weekly allowance drop from …

After months of negotiations, a coalition deal has been reached in the Netherlands, moving the country sharply to the right and significantly impacting migrants and refugees. Dutch nationalist leader Geert Wilders and his far-right PVV party have formed a coalition government with three other right-wing parties—the VVD, the NSC, and …

Ireland has reportedly sent the first 50 migrants who traveled there from the UK back to Britain. This announcement comes just weeks after UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak declared he would refuse returns from Ireland unless France accepted returns from the UK. According to reports from various right-wing UK newspapers, …

Ella Anthony knew it was time to leave her native Nigeria when she escaped an abusive, forced marriage only to face angry relatives who threatened to turn her in to the police because she was gay. Since Nigeria criminalizes same-sex relationships, Anthony fled a possible prison term and headed with …

Undocumented migrants in Spain will now have access to medical care under a new law passed on May 14, 2024. This legislation reverses restrictions imposed in 2012, which hindered migrants’ access to healthcare. The Spanish government has approved a law guaranteeing healthcare access for all migrants residing in the country, …

A group of national unity platform Supporters  residing in Ontario gathered at the Ontario Parliament to submit a significant petition. This petition calls for the Canadian government to halt all forms of financial aid to the Ugandan government and to pressure international bodies to intensify efforts to compel Ugandan President …

On May 17, 2024, the vibrant city of Vancouver, Canada, was the stage for a powerful and inspiring speech by renowned LGBTQ activist Kabuye Steven. The event marked the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, and Transphobia, a day dedicated to raising awareness and promoting the rights of LGBTQ individuals worldwide. …