Human Rights

Success: Online Information Protected from Greedy Corporations

Personal information will now be kept private thanks to a federal ruling that prevents companies from buying and selling private information such as app purchases and browsing histories. Applaud this progressive decision to preserve online privacy.

Success: British Territory Legalizes Same-Sex Marriage

Same-sex couples are now legally allowed to recognize their love in Gibraltar. Praise the tolerant attitudes and dedicated work that led to the passing of such progressive legislation.

Success: Ex-Judge Indicted for Exchanging Sexual Favors and Photos for Lighter Sentences

Former Judge Joseph Boeckmann was indicted after being accused by dozens of young men of extorting sexual acts, spankings, and sexually explicit pictures in exchange for lighter sentences, reduced fines, and monetary benefits. Sign this petition to applaud the decision to seek justice in this case against a powerful judge.

Success: New York Pledges $21 Million for Affordable Housing

Hundreds of previously homeless people will be provided with a safe and affordable place to live, thanks to a new state initiative that will construct a number of affordable housing units. Applaud the creation of these units and the commitment to providing a safe living space for all.

Success: Voting Rights Restored to Thousands of Citizens

Thousands of citizens have regained the right to vote after illegal purges revoked their ability to cast a ballot. Applaud the efforts of those who worked so hard to ensure that this fundamental right be ensured to all eligible Americans.

Success: Charges Dropped Against Journalist Reporting on Dakota Access Pipeline Protests

Charges against a journalist who filmed security guards attacking peaceful protestors of the dangerous Dakota Access Pipeline have been dropped. Applaud this victory for freedom of the press and toward ensuring this journalist will not be punished for reporting on such an imperative protest.

Success: Proposal to Ban Life-Saving Herb is Withdrawn

A plant used as a medicine for centuries will not be unjustly banned, at least for now. Sign this petition to tell the DEA that kratom should be permanently left unregulated.

Success: U.S. Deportations to Haiti Halted in the Wake of Hurricane Matthew

In the wake of Hurricane Matthew, the US Department of Homeland Security has announced it will stop all deportations to Haiti. Applaud this success and push for greater protections for refugees and migrants fleeing the impacts of climate change.

Success: Criminal Charges to be Filed Against Racist Sheriff

Criminal charges are being brought against a sheriff infamous for abusing the Latino community. Applaud the decision to punish the discriminatory policies that this hateful man repeatedly enacted and enforced.

Success: Investigation Opened into Allegedly Abusive Prison Conditions

Alleged inhumane prison conditions in Alabama, including overcrowding, forced labor, and inadequate educational opportunities, are now being investigated. Applaud that these allegations are being addressed and that steps are being taken to protect prisoners’ rights.

Success: Draconian Abortion Law Defeated

A plan to tighten the already harsh abortion laws in Poland has been stopped in its tracks after thousands came out to protest the extreme restrictions. Sign this petition to applaud the Polish government for its progressive change of heart on this issue.

Success: State Supreme Court Judge Defying Same-Sex Marriage is Suspended

After refusing to let same-sex couples marry and defying federal law, a state Supreme Court Chief Justice has been suspended without a chance for reelection. Applaud that this homophobic man who chooses to disregard the law will no longer have this honorable job.

Success: Feminist Scholar Released From Solitary Confinement

An anthropologist imprisoned for her interest in women’s rights has been released due to outcry from activists all over the world. Sign the petition to celebrate her freedom.

Success: California to Stop Jailing Underage Sex Workers

Child prostitutes in California will now be treated as victims of abuse rather than criminals, thanks to a new law. Applaud this progressive step to recognize that there’s no such thing as criminal child prostitutes.

Success: School Ordered to Halt Transphobic Policies

A school district can no longer force transgender students to use the wrong bathroom and locker room or make them wear bracelets singling them out as trans. Thank the organization that fought to protect these highly marginalized kids from discrimination and harassment.

Success: Obama Pledges to Resettle 110,000 Refugees

America has promised to resettle 110,000 more refugees within the next year. Thank Obama for pledging to save thousands of asylum seekers’ lives.

Success: Arsonist Arrested and Charged After Setting Fire to Mosque

The man allegedly responsible for setting fire to the mosque that the Pulse Nightclub shooter once attended has been arrested and charged. Thank police for identifying, arresting, and charging this man for his hate-filled action.

Success: Human Rights Activist Allegedly Mistreated in Prison Freed

A human rights activist allegedly jailed for investigating forced disappearances has been freed. However, he still faces trumped-up charges that could result in a life imprisonment. Applaud his release and demand the charges be dropped.

Success: Funds Finally Allocated to House Unaccompanied Child Refugees

Unaccompanied child refugees will no longer be held in horrible conditions alongside unrelated adults thanks to a $130 million plan to create 1,500 spaces for refugee youth. Applaud this progressive plan aimed to improve the lives of refugee children.

Success: Alleged Police Cover-Up to be Investigated

A special prosecutor has ordered further investigation into the suspicious shooting death of a young Chicago man by police. Applaud these determined efforts to ensure justice for this tragic death.

Success: Officers Fired or Suspended For Trafficking and Sexual Abuse

The Mayor of Oakland has announced the firing of four officers and the suspension of seven more in connection to the sexual exploitation and trafficking of a minor and the ensuing cover-up. Applaud this move and demand that the officers responsible face charges.

Success: Cops Suspended for Tasering Innocent Man

An innocent man was tasered by cops who were issuing a warrant for another man but failed to ask this man for his ID. The police chief has since apologized to this innocent victim and suspended the cops responsible. Thank him for acting in the name of justice.

Success: Spokane Renames Columbus Day “Indigenous Peoples’ Day”

The city of Spokane will no longer celebrate the achievements of a genocidal slave trader after the city council voted to re-brand Columbus Day as Indigenous Peoples’ Day. Commend the city for taking this progressive action and recognizing the unjust suffering inflicted upon Native Americans.

Success: Ban On Body-Covering Swimwear Repealed

The highest court in France has ruled that laws banning the body-covering swimwear known as the “burkini” violate guaranteed rights and freedom. Applaud this ruling that prevents governments from dictating what women can wear.

Success: Tampons and Sanitary Pads Now Exempt from Taxes

Sexist taxes on tampons, pads, menstrual cups and other menstrual products have been lifted in New York. Applaud the fact that people with periods will no longer have to pay this unfair tax on items that are necessities.

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