Stop Using Marriages as Licenses for Rape
Across the world, sexual crimes against women are still permitted, so long as the offender is married to the victim. Call for an end to legalized marital rape.
Across the world, sexual crimes against women are still permitted, so long as the offender is married to the victim. Call for an end to legalized marital rape.
A deadly and destructive landslide demonstrated the continued impact of natural disasters on humanitarian assistance. Demand more global investment in preparing the world for these increasing catastrophes.
Black soldiers who served in some of America’s most consequential conflicts have historically remained unrepresented and unacknowledged in military honors. Demand rectification of these shameful oversights.
No formal process exists in the United States for dealing with crimes against humanity that take place in other countries. Demand the U.S. abide by its own designation as defender of global freedom.
Olfactory racism is a form of discrimination involving smells that has reportedly taken root in an Oregon city. Demand leaders end an unfair policy that hurts minority business owners.
Families from conflict zones are enduring prolonged separations due to government red tape. Demand leaders cut this tape and reunite desperate families.
Another discriminatory measure disguised as helpful law could soon fall. Applaud the continued crumbling of anti-transgender legislation that disproportionately bullies and harms vulnerable youth.
Many service members cited for their distinguished service are being prevented from sharing the fruits of their accomplishments with cherished loved ones. Demand equal treatment for all Purple Heart recipients.
Over 200 patients were allegedly sexually violated by a trusted doctor. Call for criminal charges following a full investigation.
Over 14 million children have been displaced from their homes, their schools, and their communities in a conflict between warring factions. Call for broader aid and assistance for the people of Sudan.
Special ops killings have allegedly taken an even darker turn. Call for a full investigation into the reported actions of a British team that led to the deaths of 80 Afghans.
Blackmail involving the sexual exploitation of minors is an increasingly dangerous threat. Demand stronger legal safeguards against crimes with horrific repercussions.
Arizona is the latest ground zero for the criminalization and demonization of reproductive rights. Call on state leaders to end the country’s most draconian abortion ban.
Contraception and reproductive rights are facing a new line of attack thanks to an archaic law. Call for a repeal of this insidious targeting of freedom.
Americans are working in sickness and distress in massive numbers, fearing for their livelihoods. Call for a restoration of quality work-life balance.
Discredited forensics has sent countless innocent people to prison, and possibly some to their death. Demand the immediate removal of bite mark analysis and other junk science from America’s courts.
Survivors of sexual violence are too often refused their day in court. Demand an end to the statute of limitations that denies victims justice and lets abusers go unpunished.
Public servants will be given the authority to determine which couples are allowed to marry in Tennessee. Call for an end to this latest attack on marriage equality.
Harmful conversion therapy practices could soon be prohibited in Scotland. Demand an end to these destructive and discredited techniques aimed at the LGBTQ+ community.
California took an important step in confronting the crisis of violence and missing persons cases afflicting indigenous populations. Call on stewards of these needed actions to bridge gaps that are still endangering and costing lives.
A new proposed law in Kentucky could put homeless individuals at risk of imprisonment and even death. Demand an end to the criminalization of extreme poverty.
An Alabama inmate made history as the first guinea pig for an untested and highly controversial method of execution. This man’s seemingly torturous and prolonged death fulfilled fears about the method’s inhumanity. Demand an immediate end to this cruel and unusual punishment.
Women are now being threatened with prison time for experiencing miscarriages. Demand legal reforms to end this dangerous trend.
An 11-year-old boy was allegedly shot in his own home by police officers after making a 911 call. Demand answers in this disturbing case and reforms to curtail future deadly mistakes.
A lactating dog was trapped and beaten to death on camera. Her final scream told the horror of the attack. Demand authorities take immediate action against her killers.