Russia Resurgent?

Recent events in the Caucasus have highlighted the growing self-confidence of a newly resurgent Russia, that appears to be seeking to revive much of the old Soviet influence at home and abroad.

Russia

Armed conflict, Freedom of opinion & expression

Zimbabweans hope for political stability

Zimbabweans are hoping the power sharing deal will lead to a more stable political system. Violence in the wake of the country's elections left scores of people dead, injured and homeless....

Africa, Zimbabwe

Crimes against humanity, Freedom of opinion & expression, Impunity

Campaign for a free Burma

A three minute video that provides a concise overview of the situation in Burma and tries to show that a move away from repression and human rights abuses is possible

Burma

Freedom of opinion & expression, Impunity, Torture/ill treatment

Myanmar protests 2007

Amnesty International joins the protests outside the Myanmar (Burma) embassy in London. Catherine Baber from Amnesty International speaks about the situation.

Burma

Freedom of opinion & expression, Impunity, Police brutality

EngageMedia

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* To assist individuals and groups producing thought-provoking and informative media focused on social and environmental issues distribute their work.

Detention, Elections, Freedom of opinion & expression

China's Olympic Lie

The Petitioners

They've been coming to Beijing from all over China for over 100 years.

China

Arbitrary arrest, Freedom of opinion & expression, Police brutality

People for Equality and Relief in Lanka (PEARL)

PEARL was formed in 2005 after a handful of volunteers worked in Sri Lanka and was exposed firsthand to the egregious human rights violations there....

Sri Lanka

Impunity, Mass killings, Minorities

Belarus

Photos, audio, video and comments on latest developments in Belarus.

Belarus

Freedom of opinion & expression, Police brutality, Torture/ill treatment