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February 24, 2026 Statement

DDPA25: an Opportunity to Make Real Progress on Reparations to Bolster the Fight Against Systemic Racism

HRW Oral Statement - High Level Panel on the 25th Anniversary of the DDPA - HRC61

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February 24, 2026 News Release

Israel: Aid Groups Barred From Gaza, West Bank

Rescind Registration Requirements, Fulfill Promise of Unfettered Access

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February 24, 2026 Letter

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UN Body Finds 'Hallmarks of Genocide' in Darfur

Report on El Fasher Crimes Should Spur Action to Halt Atrocities

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February 24, 2026 News Release

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Enact New Protection Law; Ensure Accountability

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Reinstate Anti-Racism and Anti-Discrimination Campaigns

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Independent Living Begins in Childhood

Support for Those with Disabilities Should Go Beyond the Family

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Trump has spurred a rush to China for trade salvation. That shouldn’t sacrifice human rights.

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61st Session of the UN Human Rights Council

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