Trinidad and Tobago: A Nation in the Closet
The country is one of seven Caribbean countries that criminalises same sex relationships.
19 Sep 17
Human rights
Afghanistan: Fighting for Disability Rights
Disabled people say they face social prejudice and government inaction.
6 Apr 17
Afghan Gypsies Wait for Recognition
Official promises to ensure community has access to basic services have yet to be realized.
27 Mar 17
Afghanistan's Third Gender People
Marginalised community faces ignorance, discrimination and abuse.
24 Feb 17
Summary Justice Still Rampant in Afghan Province
De facto courts flourish in areas outside government control.
16 Nov 16
Renewed Scrutiny of Human Rights in Azerbaijan
Government taken to task for ignoring rulings by Europe’s human rights court.
19 Dec 15
Human Rights Day in Armenia: Not Much to Shout About
Rights activists say the situation has got worse since the country joined a Moscow-led bloc.
10 Dec 15
Dismay as NGO Law Goes Through in Kazakstan
Attempts to block or amend contentious bill come to nothing.
4 Dec 15
NGO Law Brings Chill Wind to Tajikistan
Activists move abroad in anticipation of restrictions.
26 Nov 15
Cubans Disillusioned by Lack of Change Under Raúl Castro
After reforms at home and a diplomatic breakthrough with Washington, many are unhappy that so little has changed for them.
15 Nov 15
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