Journalists Myo Myint Oo and Aung San Oo, associated with the independent online media outlet Dawei Watch, were sentenced to life and 20 years imprisonment respectively by a military court in the city of Myeik in southern Myanmar on August 27, with authorities failing to explain the verdict. Read more

Seven years after Myanmar military unleashed brutal “clearance operations” against the Rohingya people, survivors in Rakhine State are threatened by another wave of genocide. The Myanmar Campaign Network is calling on the Australian Government to take decisive steps to address this ongoing crisis.  Read more

Migrant workers are particularly vulnerable to asbestos exposure due to their socio-economic conditions. They often work in high-risk sectors, such as construction and demolition, under unsafe conditions that others might avoid. Known as the "3Ds"—Dirty, Dangerous, and Demanding—these jobs often come with lower pay, longer hours, and complex, risky tasks.  Read more

South Africa is not exempt from the challenges posed by climate change. In recent years, the country has witnessed a shift in weather patterns, leading to adverse effects on its environment. Among the communities most affected by these changes are rural populations, where the effects of climate change are felt acutely. The Rural Women’s Assembly (RWA) of South Africa has emerged as a key player in educating and empowering these communities to navigate the growing crisis.   Read more