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May 12, 2021 Dispatches

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Important Progress for People with Disabilities in Armenia

New Law Bans Discrimination, Promotes Inclusion

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Killing Schoolgirls in Afghanistan

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Attack on Ex-Maldives’ President Shows Cost of Impunity

Bombing Exposes Dangers from Extremists, Corrupt Politicians

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Japan’s Ruling Party LGBT Bill Falls Short

Reform Legislation Should Explicitly Include Nondiscrimination Protections

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May 7, 2021 Dispatches

Raid in Rio de Janeiro Leaves 28 Dead

Widespread Impunity Perpetuates Police Violence in Brazilian State

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Martial Law in Eastern Congo No Pretext for Abuse

Military Empowered to Curtail Protests and Other Rights in Embattled Provinces

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May 7, 2021 Dispatches

US State of Alabama Removes Anti-LGBT Language from Sex Ed Law

Children and Youth Have a Right to Comprehensive Information

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ICC Sentences LRA Leader to 25 Years

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Climate Crisis A Rising Threat to Maternal Health in the US

Evidence of Impact Mounts, Action is Needed

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Other Governments Should Drop Opposition and Follow Suit

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Time for Action to Protect Australia’s Older People

Ensure Adequate Staffing, Person-Centered Support in Aged Care Facilities

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India’s Leaders Obsessed with Criticism, Not Medical Shortages

Free Expression Crucial to Managing Covid-19 Pandemic

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Sri Lanka Face Covering Ban Latest Blow for Muslim Women

Discriminatory Measure Targets Marginalized Population

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