Spyware Accountability Demands Global South Leadership at IGF 2025 In an era where surveillance technology is rapidly advancing, becoming a transnational tool for control and manipulation, voices from the Global South are rising to the occasion. They are not only pushing back against the encroachment of spyware and surveillance but are also demanding justice, reform, […]
Garment Workers Are at Risk. Fashion Can’t Afford to Look Away.
Garment Workers Are at Risk. Fashion Can’t Afford to Look Away. The recent surge in immigration raids by the Trump administration across various US cities has sparked widespread protests and legal battles. While the focus has primarily been on the individuals targeted, there is a significant ripple effect that extends to industries relying heavily on […]
Croatia urged to embed human rights into AI law
Croatia Urged to Prioritize Human Rights in AI Legislation In the realm of artificial intelligence (AI), the potential for innovation and advancement is vast, yet so too are the risks and ethical concerns that accompany its rapid evolution. As experts sound the alarm on the detrimental impact of AI on vulnerable and marginalized communities, the […]
Nine civilians killed as Russian Lancet drone targets bus in Ukraine’s Sumy region
Nine civilians killed as Russian Lancet drone targets bus in Ukraine’s Sumy region A civilian minibus was struck by a Russian drone in northeastern Ukraine on Saturday morning, resulting in the tragic deaths of nine innocent civilians. The incident, which took place in the Sumy region, has once again highlighted the devastating impact of warfare […]
US Labour Groups Sue Over ‘Ignorant’ Cuts of Programmes Fighting Child Labour Abroad
US Labour Groups Sue Over ‘Ignorant’ Cuts of Programmes Fighting Child Labour Abroad In a move that has sparked outrage and condemnation from various quarters, the Trump Administration recently made the decision to terminate funding for international labor rights programs aimed at eradicating forced and child labor. This decision has not only raised concerns about […]
Trump’s Threat to Human Rights in Fashion’s Factories
Trump’s Threat to Human Rights in Fashion’s Factories As the fashion industry continues to thrive on a global scale, the spotlight is often on the glitz and glamour of runways and red carpets. However, behind the scenes lies a darker reality – one where human rights violations run rampant in the factories that produce the […]
The EU’s Retreat on Sustainability Regulations, Explained
The EU’s Retreat on Sustainability Regulations, Explained The European Union has long been a global leader in pushing for sustainability regulations across various industries, including fashion. However, a recent move by the EU to relax stringent sustainability rules has raised eyebrows and sparked debate within the business world. The proposed changes would ease the burden […]
Council of Europe: Addressing the risks of artificial intelligence to human rights
Council of Europe: Addressing the Risks of Artificial Intelligence to Human Rights Mario Hernández Ramos, Chair of the Committee on Artificial Intelligence of the Council of Europe, has been at the forefront of identifying the risks that artificial intelligence (AI) poses to human rights. In a rapidly advancing technological landscape, where AI is becoming increasingly […]
Why Can’t Fashion Fix its Links to Forced Labour?
Fashion’s Struggle with Forced Labour: The Case of Patagonia, Nike, and Lululemon For years, fashion brands have grappled with the dark reality of forced labor within their supply chains. Companies like Patagonia, Nike, and Lululemon have made significant efforts to tackle this issue head-on, particularly in key fabric suppliers in Taiwan. Despite their ongoing initiatives, […]
South Sudan blocks social media after riots and violence
South Sudan Blocks Social Media in Response to Riots and Violence In a bid to quell the unrest and violence that have erupted in South Sudan, authorities have taken the drastic step of blocking access to popular social media platforms such as Facebook and TikTok. This move comes in the wake of protests and riots […]