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August 22, 2021 Commentary

How to Safely Evacuate Afghans at Risk Before It's Too Late

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August 20, 2021 Dispatches

US Paralympian Compelled to Withdraw from Tokyo Games

Sports Federations Need to Ensure Reasonable Accommodation for All Athletes

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August 20, 2021 Letter

Joint Letter to President Biden on Afghanistan Evacuations

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Uganda Moves to End Longstanding Land Conflict

Government Should Consult Community, Respect Rights

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August 19, 2021 News Release

Australia: Protect At-Risk Communities from Covid-19

Ensure Vaccine Access for First Nations People; Increase Prisoner Protections

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Brazil: Bolsonaro Blocks Critics on Social Media

President Violates Free Speech, Access to Information Rights

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Global Covid-19 Vaccine Equity Should Get a ‘Booster’ Too

A Third Shot in Rich Countries Undermines Legal Obligations to Cooperate

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August 19, 2021 Dispatches

Ecuador Marks First Day Against Sexual Violence in Schools

Government Should Prioritize Prevention, Eradication, and Services for Survivors

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August 19, 2021 Report

Iran: Government Mismanagement Compounds Covid-19 Crisis

Vaccine Prohibitions, Poor Transparency Undermining Response

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August 18, 2021 Letter

Letter to Prime Minister Morrison on Human Rights Crisis in Afghanistan

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August 18, 2021 News Release

Australia: Prioritize Protection for Fleeing Afghans

Increase Humanitarian Aid, Support UN Reporting on Abuses

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