Syria
By Rachel Pulfer President, Journalists for Human Rights It’s midday in Toronto, December 2024. I’m watching the footage of a river of cars. Thousands of Syrians are making their way back to Syria from Turkey. For most, it is the first time in years. These are the moments that so many across the Syrian diaspora
Canada
Journalists for Human Rights (JHR) and The Walrus are proud to announce the launch of the JHR and The Walrus Contributing Writers Program. This new program will provide journalists, particularly those displaced due to crisis or persecution, with the opportunity to conduct in-depth reporting for The Walrus. Building on JHR’s successful Journalist in Residence Project
Canada
Friday, December 5, 2024, TORONTO: Journalists for Human Rights was proud to support our partners at Resilient Societies for the Toronto launch of the Resilience Network, a global initiative that empowers exiled democracy, civil society, and human rights advocates to continue their advocacy and civic engagement in a safe and supportive environment. The Resilience Network
Kenya
The high prevalence of gender-based violence and rising femicide cases in Kenya since 2016 have sparked widespread concern and condemnation, including from President William Ruto and other senior government authorities. Despite this acknowledgment, the number of incidents continues to grow. In 2024 alone, at least 97 women have been brutally killed by their intimate partners,
Canada
Monday, December 2, 2024, TORONTO: Journalists for Human Rights and Equitas are proud to support our partners at Resilient Societies for the Toronto launch of the Resilience Network, a global initiative that empowers exiled democracy, civil society, and human rights advocates to continue their advocacy and civic engagement in a safe and supportive environment. The
South Sudan
Misinformation, disinformation, and online hate speech significantly fuel violence and conflict in South Sudan. A major factor in the spread of false information is the lack of official channels for verifying information from government sources. With no clear protocols, journalists often rely on unverified sources or officials who may not be qualified to respond. To
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