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The Asian Forum for Human Rights and Development (FORUM-ASIA)
🌏 85 member organisations in 23 countries
📢 Asian solidarity and human rights for all
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✊🏼 FORUM-ASIA celebrates European Parliament due diligence legislation, holding companies liable for environmental & #humanrights violations in supply chain. For EU investments in Asia, this strengthens accountability for workers & communities impacted by harm. europarl.europa.eu/news/en/press-…
🌏FORUM-ASIA applauds #SouthKoreans filing a case against the govt. over inadequate climate action, citing violations of right to a healthy environment. This underscores the need for robust #climateaction as a #humanrights imperative in Asia and beyond. reuters.com/business/envir…
🌐 FORUM-ASIA is hiring a Human Rights Defenders Programme Associate to join FORUM-ASIA! Develop strategies to protect HRDs, especially women in crisis areas. Join our team of passionate individuals from across Asia!
Apply by May 3rd ➡️ forum-asia.org/vacancies
Join this launch event for indicators offering guidance for monitoring business responsibility and respect towards the rights of #humanrights #defenders .
Prarthana Rao from FORUM-ASIA will speak on the panel. Today at 9PM (GMT+7).
Registration ➡️ us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regist…
#Malaysia 's civic space is deemed 'obstructed' by CIVICUS Monitor. Despite being on the #HRC , the government falls short on domestic #humanrights . Restrictive laws such as the CMA and Sedition Act silence online dissent and target rights #defenders .
monitor.civicus.org/explore/malays…
🇹🇭 FORUM-ASIA echoes UN experts' concern over #Thailand 's use of the lèse-majesté law to convict #humanrights defender & lawyer Arnon Nampa. We call for the repeal of the law and the immediate and unconditional release of those convicted.
ohchr.org/en/press-relea…
🇵🇭 FORUM-ASIA expresses deep concern over the disappearance of two #EHRDs , Francisco “Eco” Dangla III and Joxielle “Jak” Tiong. We urge Govt. of #Philippines to swiftly investigate, ensure their safe return, and bring perpetrators to #justice . Karapatan
karapatan.org/media_release/…
#Cleanwater is a #humanright , yet mining in #Mongolia threatens it for herder communities. On #WorldWaterDay , let's unite in solidarity, demanding accountability. Together, let's safeguard water.
Read more ➡️ forum-asia.org/mn-dreams
👊🏻FORUM-ASIA reiterates its deep concern over the passage of the new national security law in #HongKong . The law threatens to erode #fundamentalrights and freedoms. We are in solidarity with the people of Hong Kong and urge the intl. community to scrutinise this legislation.
On the 1-year mark since his arrest, FORUM-ASIA & CSOs demand the immediate release of Kashmiri journalist and #humanrights defender #IrfanMehraj . Mehraj’s detention is part of a growing crackdown against journalists and #defenders in #Kashmir .
forum-asia.org/irfanmehraj24/
🌐 FORUM-ASIA is excited to announce the revamp of our website! With modern design and enhanced features, we're committed to amplifying voices and fostering collaboration for human rights across Asia and beyond. 🌐 visit forum-asia.org