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In Ghana, Esther Tawiah is one of the loudest voices for women empowerment and gender. It is also why she is one of the most loathed. Born and raised in New-Tafo in the country’s eastern region, Esther grew up surrounded by a culture that frowned at the idea of women participating in public affairs, and witnessed firsthand, the backlash those who dared to challenge that cultural norm faced.

As human rights violations continue with impunity in Eritrea, authorities

Following the military coup of 25 October 2021, the UN

Today, 3 May 2021, DefendDefenders joins the rest of the


Today, 29 April 2022, DefendDefenders launched “Overlooked and Unseen: Human

Somalia and Somaliland Somalia continues to face insecurity, conflict, and recurring

Statement on the update on democracy, rule of law and

This year’s “March” session of the Human Rights Council (HRC49)