Crisis and Conflict
Some of the most acute and pervasive human rights abuses take place in times of crisis and conflict. The Crisis and Conflict division documents, exposes and advocates to end violations of human rights and the laws of war during armed conflicts, humanitarian disasters, and severe social or political unrest. The team also works on issues such as climate change and forced migration that can drive conflict. We investigate how measures that countries deploy in the name of security – such as overbroad counterterrorism laws and mass surveillance technologies – can undermine human rights. The team deploys quickly to influence decision-makers through investigative reports, strategic communications and goal-oriented advocacy. We bring attention to under-reported crises, highlight the plight of marginalized people, advance rights-respecting legal norms, and press for justice to protect and promote human rights.
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Greece/EU: Bring Moria Homeless to Safety
Collective European Action Needed for Migrants Stranded on Lesbos
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News
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Iraq: No Justice for Enforced Disappearances
Government Should Show Progress on Pledge to Locate Victims
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US: Protecting the Vote and 2020 Election Security
Questions and Answers on Risks, Rights, and Government Responses
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Armenia: Cluster Munitions Kill Civilians in Azerbaijan
Stop Using Banned Weapons; Secure and Destroy Stocks
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Azerbaijan: Cluster Munitions Used in Nagorno-Karabakh
Stop Use of Banned Weapons; Secure and Destroy Stocks
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US: Protect Peaceful Assemblies; Limit Use of Force
City, State Officials Should Comply with International Standards
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Syria/Russia: Strategy Targeted Civilian Infrastructure
Unlawful Attacks on Hospitals, Schools, Markets Forced Idlib Population Out
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US: New York Police Planned Assault on Bronx Protesters
Trapping, Beatings in June Crackdown Reveal Abusive, Unaccountable System
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In Belarus Crackdown, Bitter Humour to Stem the Pain
As the crackdown continues in Belarus, protesters have responded with humour - but UN action, or sanctions, could really help.
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Greece/EU: Bring Moria Homeless to Safety
Collective European Action Needed for Migrants Stranded on Lesbos
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Yemen: Aid Obstruction Puts Millions at Risk
Foreign Donor Funding Critical Amid Houthi, Government Interference
