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Nominations are now open for the 2027 Amnesty Media Awards đź“Ł
For 35 years, these awards have recognised reporters, photographers and media professionals whose work exposes injustice, challenges power and brings human rights stories to light – often at real personal risk. In a time when press freedom and accountability matter more than ever, we want to celebrate the reporting that makes a difference.
Whether your work is in print, broadcast, digital or audio, we’d love to hear from you. You can nominate your own work or a colleague’s using the link here: amn.st/6018ByHAvQ
For 35 years, these awards have recognised reporters, photographers and media professionals whose work exposes injustice, challenges power and brings human rights stories to light – often at real personal risk. In a time when press freedom and accountability matter more than ever, we want to celebrate the reporting that makes a difference.
Whether your work is in print, broadcast, digital or audio, we’d love to hear from you. You can nominate your own work or a colleague’s using the link here: amn.st/6018ByHAvQ
Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong has been sentenced to 10 years in prison.
The prominent Hong Kong activist pleaded guilty to conspiring to collude with foreign forces under the Beijing-imposed National Security Law (NSL).
He was one of 45 opposition figures jailed for participating in unofficial “primaries” in 2020 - the largest mass prosecution under the NSL to date. UN experts have said the charges relate to activities protected under international human rights law.
Hong Kong’s human rights situation has deteriorated dramatically since 2020, with more than 300 people arrested for violating the NSL or a colonial-era “sedition” law. In addition, the so-called Article 23 legislation introduced by the local authorities in 2024 has further deepened repression and silenced opposition voices in the city.
No one should be jailed for peacefully exercising their rights. Authorities must release everyone detained solely for their political participation.
The prominent Hong Kong activist pleaded guilty to conspiring to collude with foreign forces under the Beijing-imposed National Security Law (NSL).
He was one of 45 opposition figures jailed for participating in unofficial “primaries” in 2020 - the largest mass prosecution under the NSL to date. UN experts have said the charges relate to activities protected under international human rights law.
Hong Kong’s human rights situation has deteriorated dramatically since 2020, with more than 300 people arrested for violating the NSL or a colonial-era “sedition” law. In addition, the so-called Article 23 legislation introduced by the local authorities in 2024 has further deepened repression and silenced opposition voices in the city.
No one should be jailed for peacefully exercising their rights. Authorities must release everyone detained solely for their political participation.
Today’s Supreme Court hearing on Palestine Action is VITAL for our right to protest.
We are calling for the government to REVERSE THE BAN on Palestine Action and DROP TERRORISM CHARGES against peaceful protesters.
We are calling for the government to REVERSE THE BAN on Palestine Action and DROP TERRORISM CHARGES against peaceful protesters.
NO ONE SHOULD BE ARRESTED UNDER TERROR LAWS FOR HOLDING A SIGN.
NO ONE SHOULD BE ARRESTED FOR PEACEFULLY PROTESTING.
THIS HAS TO STOP.
NO ONE SHOULD BE ARRESTED FOR PEACEFULLY PROTESTING.
THIS HAS TO STOP.
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