The African human rights system is the "youngest" regional system. One of the most distinctive features of the African Charter on Human and People's Rights is its recognition of collective rights.

The Preamble to the Charter of the United Nations sets as one of the Organization's central goals the reaffirmation of "faith in fundamental human rights, in the dignity and worth of the human ...

The National Human Rights Institution (NHRI) has participated as an observer in the 27th session of the Arab Charter on Human ...

Respect for human rights is one of the founding values of the European Union and a fundamental aspect of its external relations. The EU is founded on the values of respect for human dignity, freedom, ...

US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order withdrawing the country from the UN Human Rights Council, AFP reports ...

Both countries criminalize protest leaders, with activists and organizers facing charges such as incitement, unlawful ...

The 64th meeting of the Arab Charter on Human Rights Committee will commence tomorrow, Monday, at the headquarters of the ...

Hanny Megally, Executive director of the Middle East and North Africa division of Human Rights Watch On February 14-15, Bahraini citizens will cast "yes" or "no" votes for a National Charter ...