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Hong Kong: Transgender activist Lai Ke must not be deported to mainland China  

A Chinese transgender activist due to be released tomorrow after serving a prison sentence in Hong Kong will be at...

Feminist organizations oppose Premier Smith’s reckless proposed restrictions on the rights, freedoms, and medical care of trans youth and their families

February 15, 2024 – We, the undersigned, strongly condemn the Government of Alberta’s planned changes to gender-affirming care, education, and...

Pierre Poilievre’s comments about trans women ‘a dangerous distraction,’ Amnesty International Canada says

Pierre Poilievre, the federal Opposition leader, made comments targeting the rights of trans women at a press event in Kitchener,...

Amnesty International Canada condemns ‘appalling’ anti-trans policy changes in Alberta

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s proposed anti-2SLGBTQQIA+ policies threaten the rights of trans Albertans and must be withdrawn immediately....

LGBTI+ Activism in Argentina: Activist criminalized for graffiti protest

Pierina Nochetti’s criminal trial was initially set for March 6. But just days before, she was informed it was postponed...

The Sleeping Car Porter Discussion Guide

Learn more about Black sleeping car porters in Canada and discover discussion questions to spark thoughtful discussions and reflection....

Years of Advocacy by Rights Holders and Task Force’s Review Leads to Important Changes to Employment Equity Act

December 15, 2023 – This week, the Hon. Seamus O’Regan Jr., Minister of Labour, announced the government’s commitment to make...

Kanahus Manuel: “Canada must end violence against Indigenous women and 2SLGBTQQIA+ land and water defenders”

Kanahus Manuel is a land and water defender, tattoo artist and traditional birth keeper belonging to the Secwepemc and Ktunaxa...

The Hidden Figures of #DropKiwiFarms

Liz Fong-Jones is a developer advocate, labor and ethics organizer, and Site Reliability Engineer (SRE) with 18+ years of experience....

Uganda: Repeal anti-homosexuality act and ensure accountability

On May 26, the Ugandan President assented to the Anti-Homosexuality Bill 2023. The Act criminalizes same-sex conduct between consenting adults...

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