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Ethiopia’s Justice Day – cautious optimism or a claim too far?

In April 2018 Abiy Ahmed was chosen as the Chairman of the ruling coalition in Ethiopia, the EPRDF, and as a result was sworn in as the Prime Minister of Ethiopia.  Since Ahmed’s appointment as Prime Minister, Ethiopia’s human rights record has improved significantly.  Almost immediately after he was sworn Read more…

By Joanna Pitta, 1 year1 year ago
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Gary is cycling for human rights

Gary Allison, Chief Executive of PoC, will go the extra mile to support human rights defenders around the world, and by extra we mean 100! Gary will be riding the Prudential RideLondon – Surrey 100 on Sunday 4 August to raise vital funds for Prisoners of Conscience.  “Cycling through the Read more…

By Joanna Pitta, 2 years2 years ago
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Asia Bibi story is just the tip of the iceberg

Prisoners of Conscience was delighted to hear the news that Asia Bibi has left Pakistan after blasphemy acquittal. However, her story is just the tip of the iceberg. Our experiences supporting prisoners of conscience in Pakistan show that there are hundreds of cases similar to Asia’s. Many religious minorities suffer Read more…

By Joanna Pitta, 2 years2 years ago
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PoC welcomes release of two Reuters journalists jailed in Myanmar

Further to news that two Reuters journalists jailed in Myanmar for their reporting on the Rohingya crisis have been freed, Gary Allison, director of Prisoners of Conscience, says:  “Prisoners of Conscience welcomes the release of the two journalists, Wa Lone and Kyaw Soe, but there is an ongoing need to Read more…

By Joanna Pitta, 2 years2 years ago
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Quiz: How much do you know about regimes that silence free journalism?

There are many people worldwide that dedicate their lives to upholding human rights and advancing fundamental liberties.  Sadly, it is for that same passion that they are often being persecuted and become prisoners of conscience. PoC exists to support these inspiring people, who peacefully stand up for what they believe. Freedom Read more…

By Joanna Pitta, 2 years2 years ago

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