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Demand Justice for Death of American Youth In Drone Strike

An American citizen with no connection to terrorist networks was recently killed by a drone strike in Yemen. The 16-year-old boy was in Yemen searching for his father. Sign this petition to demand an explanation from the White House.

Myanmar Must End Violence Against Muslims

Violence against Rohingya Muslims in Burma has continued for years. Recently, Buddhist monks have been joining in the violence against this religious minority. Sign this petition to demand that the Burmese government do all it can to end this senseless violence.

End Discriminatory Two-Child Policy In Myanmar

The Rohingya Muslim group in Burma consistently faces brutal discrimination by the government. A recent law limiting Rohingya people to only having two children is a violation of their human rights. Sign this petition and demand equal rights for all people in Burma.

End the Use of Child Soldiers in the Burmese Army

The Burmese government is still utilizing child soldiers in the military despite a UN Joint Action Plan demanding that the practice be discontinued. Using child soldiers is against international law and should be condemned. Sign this petition and demand that Burma adhere to its commitments.

Demand End to False Arrest of Human Rights Activists In Azerbaijan

Activists in Azerbaijan are being locked up in prison on bogus drug charges. They are not allowed to seek legal counsel and are often held in prison for months before being brought before a judge. Sign this petition and demand that Azerbaijan protect human rights.

Protect Freedom Of Expression In Uganda

The Ugandan government has shuttered two radio stations and two newspapers in response to a story that is critical of the country’s president. The basic human rights of Ugandan citizens are in danger. Sign this petition to demand that the government allow freedom of the press in Uganda.

Overturn Death Sentences For Men Who Confessed Under Torture

Two Saudi Arabian nationals face execution in Iraq after being found guilty of murder. However, their confessions were obtained while the men were being tortured. Sign this petition and demand that the Iraqi government overturn their sentences and grant them new trials.

Release Witness From Indian Prison

A man from Bangladesh set to testify against the government for war crimes was abducted and forced to cross the border into India. Since crossing the border, he has been detained in Indian jail past his sentence and been subject to ill treatment. Sign this petition and demand that the Indian government release him into the care of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees.

Halt The Execution Of A Canadian Citizen Falsely Accused In Iran

A Canadian citizen is at risk of execution in Iran for espionage charges. The confession used to convict him however, was taken while he was being tortured. Sign this petition and demand that the victim be given a new trial adhering to international law.

Urge the National Hockey League to Require Universal Use of Helmet Visors

Players in the National Hockey League are not required to wear visors on their helmets despite the risk of concussions and eyesight loss. By implementing a rule requiring the use of visors, the NHL would be protecting its players as well as the game. Sign this petition and demand that the NHL pass such a rule.

Nepal: Stop Protecting Human Rights Offenders From Prosecution

Over 14,000 people were killed or forcibly disappeared during Nepal’s decade-long civil war. Nepal has just passed a law that will make it easy for human rights offenders from this conflict to avoid legal prosecution. Sign this petition and demand that the government take human rights abuses seriously.

Release Peaceful Protestors from Jail in Azerbaijan

Government forces in Azerbaijan have violently disrupted a peaceful protest in the capital city. Citizens were arrested while protesting the recent non-combat death of a member of the military. Demand that the government immediately and unconditionally release these peaceful demonstrators.

Investigate Shooting of Burmese Refugees

Thai authorities recently shot and killed at least two refugees from Burma. The shooting occurred while the Thai Navy was attempting to detain the refugees after their boat ran out of fuel. Sign this petition and demand that those responsible be held accountable for their use of such reckless lethal force.

Lawyer in Azerbaijan Must Be Released From Prison After Exposing Government Corruption

A lawyer in Azerbaijan has been sentenced to eight years in prison for extortion after exposing government corruption on a housing project. Sign this petition and demand that the Azerbaijani government release him immediately.

Iranians Charged With Death Penalty Must Be Allowed Access To Lawyers

Twenty Iranian men charged with murder have not been allowed access to lawyers. The charges they face carry the death penalty. Demand that these men be allowed to defend themselves properly.

Egyptians Held Without Charge In the United Arab Emirates Must Be Released

Thirteen Egyptian citizens have been held without charge in the United Arab Emirates since last year. This is in direct violation of the Arab Charter on Human Rights that the UAE has pledged to respect. Sign this petition and demand that these prisoners are immediately and unconditionally released.

United Nations Must Investigate Torture, Execution and Forced Disappearance in Mali

Mali’s military is targeting men and boys suspected to be members of the Islamist group that had recently been in control of large parts of the country. Torture, execution and forced disappearance are all being used against suspected rebels. Sign this petition and ask the UN to bring those responsible for these atrocities to justice.

Sudanese Student-Activist At Risk Of Being Tortured Must Be Released

A Sudanese student-activist has been detained by the National Security Service and is in grave risk of being tortured. He has not been charged with a crime and has not been allowed to see his family or consult a lawyer. Sign this petition and demand that this student be released immediately and unconditionally.

Iraqi Journalist Held Without Charge Must Be Released

An independent Iraqi journalist has been held without charge in prison for weeks. Even though he received permission, he was arrested while taking pictures of military personnel, which is illegal without permission from the government. Sign this petition to demand the immediate and unconditional release of Nadir Dendoune.

End Abuse of Migrant Workers in Russia Ahead of Winter Olympics

Migrant workers in Russia working on sites for the Olympic Games have suffered abuses at the hands of their employers. Low wages, physical abuse and other mistreatment should be unacceptable for the International Olympic Committee. Sign this petition and ask the Committee to intervene and protect the human rights of these 16,000 workers.

End Forced Evictions in Haitian Refugee Camps

Forced evictions of refugee camps have resulted in around 600 families being displaced in Haiti. Under the watchful eye of the government, mobs armed with machetes and hammers have undertaken the task of clearing these camps. Sign this petition to demand that the Haitian government end its policy of forced evictions.

Halt Execution of Man Sentenced For Crime Commited as a Juvenile

A Yemeni man was sentenced to death for a crime he committed before he turned 18. His execution, which is scheduled for next week, will violate international law and the most basic human right to life. Sign this petition and demand the indefinite suspension of this man’s death sentence.

Halt Execution of Mentally Ill Indonesian Woman in Saudi Arabia

An Indonesian national is in imminent danger of being beheaded in Saudi Arabia. She was convicted of murder in 1999 despite the fact that her confession was coerced and explained to her in Arabic, a language she does not understand. Sign this petition and ask the King of Saudi Arabia to halt the execution of this ill-treated migrant worker.

Investigate Violence Against Peaceful Gay Rights Protestors In Russia

Violence against protestors of a homophobic bill passed by the Russian legislature must be thoroughly investigated. Six activists were beaten so severely that they had to be hospitalized. Sign this petition and urge that Russian authorities prosecute those responsible.

South Carolina Must Stop Segregating HIV Positive Inmates

The South Carolina Department of Corrections is the last in the country to segregate inmates diagnosed with HIV. This policy is a violation of the inmates’ human rights. Sign this petition to call on South Carolina to join the rest of the country in ending this unnecessary form of segregation.