In our research, human rights workers, academics, activists and funders gave us a lot of reasons not to innovate. But are the risks as big as some might think? Português

Closing space for African sexual and gender minority groups is about far more than advocacy—it is about accessing critical services that no one else provides. A contribution to the openGlobalRights debate on closing space for civil society. Français

Debates about the label “genocide” distract from the substantive discussion about whether and how to stop the killing. A contribution to the openGlobalRights debate on public opinion and human rights.

It is in uncertain times—like the aftermath of the Brexit vote—that we need human rights the most.

In some countries, relying on local funding gives human rights defenders even less freedom. A contribution to the openGlobalRights debates on funding for human rights and closing space for civil society.  Español, العربية

Feminists and environmentalists are coming together in Mexico to form new partnerships with an emphasis on local resource mobilization. A contribution to the openGlobalRights debate on funding for human rights.  Español 

A new report argues that widespread human rights violations in Mexico constitute crimes against humanity. But who will stand accountable? Español

Associating progressive social policies with Islam may unsettle some, yet the parallels are there and offer many possibilities. A contribution to the openGlobalRights debate on religion and human rights. العربية

South Africans’ right to protest exists on paper, but authorities have effectively suppressed dissent by making it too dangerous. A contribution to the openGlobalRights debate: Human Rights: mass or elite movement?

Civil society could have played a key role in the Trans-Pacific Partnership—why were they left out? A contribution to the openGlobalRights debate on closing space for civil society.  Español