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Aug 30 2018 4:42PM
Will the recruitment of child soldiers ever end?

Military groups all over the world continue to recruit child soldiers to fight and perform duties to further their campaigns despite international law ruling it illegal; these children are vulnerable to terrifying abuse.

Aug 29 2018 12:11PM
Good things come in threes

Good news! These last weeks of summer have been exceptional for us, seeing the release of three human rights defenders.

Aug 29 2018 10:45AM
Six reasons why Mexico should not sign a shady agreement with the US

If Mexico becomes a "safe third country", thousands of people who are currently seeking refuge in the United States will run the risk of being sent back to their countries by staying in Mexico.

Aug 24 2018 12:21PM
Edinburgh International Book Festival 2018

A guest blog written by Amnesty International Scotland volunteer, Hannah Buchan. ‘Everyone has the right to freedom of opinion and expression; this right includes freedom to hold opinions without interference and to seek, receive and...

Aug 20 2018 2:53PM
Freedom of Expression Award 2018

The Freedom of Expression Award honours an Edinburgh Festival Fringe theatre production of excellent artistic merit that builds understanding and raises awareness about human rights in an inspirational way. This year 40 longlisted...