A former police officer who shot and killed an unarmed man and then lied about the incident has been indicted for his alleged crimes. Congratulate those responsible for holding this man accountable for his violent misconduct.
An Iranian artist and activist who was imprisoned for drawing a political cartoon has been released. Applaud her release, and ask for reforms that will prevent activists being imprisoned in the future.
Los Angeles County has placed severe restrictions on the use of solitary confinement on minors, practically banning it. Applaud the fact that this cruel punishment will no longer be used on kids.
A controversial LGBT discrimination law in North Carolina has been labeled a violation of federal law by the Department of Justice. Applaud the department for challenging the hateful law.
The Justice Department has declared North Carolina’s bathroom bill in violation of federal law. Sign the petition to thank the Justice Department for standing up for the rights of gay and transgender people.
A top-level police official has resigned after public outcry over racist, sexist emails he sent at his former position. Applaud that this bigot will no longer hold a position in public service.
The site of an important gay rights protest has been added to the National Register of Historic Places. Its addition affirms the significance of our nation’s LGBT history. Thank the National Register of Historic Places and its chief, Paul Loether, for their decision to recognize the site.
Four Turkish academics imprisoned for signing a call for peace have been freed. Help us applaud their release and push for greater protections for the human rights of residents and citizens of Turkey.
Missouri was recently a battleground state as politicians advanced an anti-LGBT “religious freedom” amendment. We won a bipartisan victory for equality when Republicans and Democrats in the state house joined forces to defeat the amendment.
All new parents will now be guaranteed fully paid leave in San Francisco. This progressive law is the first of its kind in the country. Thank the city’s Board of Supervisors for passing it.
Tiny houses that were donated to the homeless in Los Angeles were confiscated by the city earlier this year. Now they are being returned after protests from the tiny house supporters. Praise the city council for listening to the protesters and deciding to return the houses.
The passage of the “bathroom bill” in North Carolina is the reason why NBA Commissioner Adam Silver has vowed to move basketball’s biggest annual event from the state. Sign the petition and join NBA Commissioner Silver in telling the North Carolinian government that the “bathroom bill” will not be tolerated.
Mississippi was the last state to have a ban on same-sex couples adopting children. A federal judge has struck down this law, deeming it an infringement of constitutional rights. Take time to applaud Judge Daniel P. Jordan III for upholding the constitutional rights of gay and lesbian couples in the U.S.
Gustavo Castro Soto, the sole witness to the murder of an environmental activist, has been released from illegal detention and allowed to return to Mexico. His release comes after domestic and international pressure including a ForceChange petition. Join us in applauding his release.
Georgia’s governor recently vetoed a bill that would have given faith-based organizations the right to deny services to and refuse to hire people from the LGBT community. Celebrate with the Human Rights Campaign and praise Governor Deal for standing up against discrimination.
An international court has acknowledged rape as a war crime in the recent conviction of an ex-politician from the Congo. Applaud the International Criminal Court (ICC) for recognizing rape as a crime against humanity.
California will raise its minimum wage to $15 an hour by 2022, which will boost the income of almost half of the state’s workforce. Applaud governor Jerry Brown for accepting this deal and listening to the voice of the working class.
After an outcry from activists around the world, a missing Chinese journalist has been released following his incommunicado detention. Celebrate his freedom while urging the Chinese government to respect freedom of speech.
The legalization of discrimination against the LGBT community under the guide of religious freedom has been stopped in its tracks by a veto from the governor of Georgia thanks to petitions and protests from human rights supporters. Applaud this victory for LGBT rights.
Transgender individuals’ right to use public restrooms that are consistent with their gender identity is now protected in Washington state. With many other states looking to prevent this sort of protection for transgender people, this is a huge step forward. Take time to thank the commission that is promoting and protecting transgender rights.
A proposal to overhaul the Ferguson Police Department has been agree upon by the Mayor of Ferguson, the city council, and the Department of Justice after it was found to be plagued by racial bias. Sign to applaud the mayor for agreeing to such a drastic and important reform.
A poet has been pardoned after serving an unjust prison sentence. His imprisonment began after he recited a controversial poem about the government. Praise the royal court for pardoning this poet and protecting the freedom of expression.
After fleeing persecution in Iran, two gay men were exiled to an island where they face continued harassment and risks to their safety. Support allowing this couple to find a safe sanctuary in a country where LGBT rights are protected.
The Greek government has agreed to set up reception centers to host 50,000 refugees and migrants. Sign this petition to applaud the government’s efforts in accepting more refugees and keeping them safe.
After an allegedly wrongfully arrested woman was found dead in her jail cell, there was outrage all over the country. ForceChange demanded justice for her death, and the first steps have finally been introduced. The arresting officer has been fired and indicted for perjury.
