The defence argued that Section 298 should be annulled as unconstitutional, and since a decision was needed over the constitutionality of the law, the right venue would be the High Court.

Read here:
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⅓ FFN bersama 11 penulis lain telah menulis tentang pemerhatian kami terhadap filem Mentega Terbang. Filem itu haram, tapi pemikiran kami masih bebas. ;) Free here: play.google.com/store/books/de…
#BiarkanMentegaTerbang #BebaskanFilem

Thanks to everyone who showed your support. Keep sharing your messages of solidarity for Mentega Terbang. Check out the free e-book about Mentega Terbang and #BiarkanMentegaTerbang #BebaskanFilem books.google.com.my/books?id=IVoGE…

#BiarkanMentegaTerbang #BebaskanFilem #SaferSpacesForTheArts

The gag order might still be on Khairi, but that won’t stop us from speaking up for him and the Mentega Terbang crew!

The gag order imposed on “Mentega Terbang” director and scriptwriter Khairi Anwar Jailani prohibiting him from making statements or comments on his ongoing case will remain in force.

Full Article here:
freemalaysiatoday.com/category/natio…

Uncover the death penalty in Singapore and Malaysia with Eugene Thuraisingam! Join our webinar for insights into high-profile cases and Eugene's defense experiences. Engage in Q&A and empower yourself on this issue. Don't miss out! #deathpenalty #humanrights #webinar

Join us on April 16th for a Zoom webinar on Hate Speech. We are honored to have Nalini Elumalai from ARTICLE 19 as our guest speaker, delving into the impact of hate speech, its definition, and real-life case studies. Let's combat hate speech together!
#HumanRights #Webinar

MCCHR's Firdaus Husni speaks at The Fourth Investigative Journalism Summit last Saturday about the work of MCCHR through strategic litigation, the role of media in supporting strategic litigation to bring about change, and more. Thank you The Fourth for having us!

OUR ACTIVITY SPACE IS NOW AVAILABLE FOR BOOKING!

If you're organising an event and are in need of an event space, look no further! Scan the QR code to access the booking form. You may email us at [email protected] for any further inquiries.

#eventspace
#kualalumpur

On the 15th of March, we conducted a Media Defence Training for Malaysiakini! The training aimed to foster a comprehensive understanding of laws affecting the media, international standards of Freedom of Expression, and strategies for dealing with authorities.

#mediadefence

WE'RE LOOKING FOR INTERNS ‼️‼️
You will be assisting the project manager on our death penalty project where you will get the chance to work on actual death penalty cases and so much more! Applications close on the 25th of March.
#internship #deathpenalty
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As we celebrate Women's Day today, it is important to remember to stand together in solidarity, uplift each other, and continue to challenge stereotypes, dismantle barriers, and create a world where gender equality is not just a goal, but a reality for all.

#IWD2024

We are grateful to have concluded our first Strategic Litigation Workshop of 2024! The workshop held on 24 - 25 February was a success, attended by around 30 legal practitioners, law students and activists across Malaysia!

#humanrights #strategiclitigation #kualalumpur

On 23rd February 2024, our Chief Human Rights Strategist met with participants of Akademi Parlimen and discussed the proposed law on the University and University College Act 1971. Thank you NDI Malaysia for having us!

Photos by NDI Malaysia.
#auku1971 #akademiparlimen

On the 24th of February, we collaborated with the KLBC Gender Equality and Diversity Committee (GEDC) for a film screening of 'Maryam Pagi ke Malam'. Huge thanks to the GEDC for making this collaboration possible!

#maryampagikemalam
#genderequality

I wrote a little something for MCCHR about the Nik Elin and Tengku Yasmin’s case & secularism. Open to feedback & differing opinions!

PS: it was finalized early last week.

loyarburok.com/2024/03/05/nik…

A new article written by our intern on the Nik Elin and Tengku Yasmin case has just been published on LoyarBurok!

Read the article here:
loyarburok.com/2024/03/05/nik…

#LoyarBurok #Constitution #HumanRights #StrategicLitigation #Internship

The book Gay is OK! A Christian Perspective is still banned in Malaysia, as the book’s publisher and author today failed in their bid to pursue their appeal at the Federal Court.

Read full article:
malaymail.com/news/malaysia/…

Despite decreased use of death penalty - systemic flaws, violations of human rights laws, & concerns around fair trial underscore urgent need for an indefinite moratorium on executions.

Read our statement on the first 6 months since MY courts granted full sentencing discretion: