Success: Lego Introduces Disabled Child Minifigure
Lego recently announced the addition of a wheelchair-bound minifigure to its ‘Fun in the Park’ line. Sign the petition and applaud Lego’s celebration of diversity.
Human Rights
Stop Child Slavery at the Super Bowl
Children are at risk of being kidnapped and sold into sex slavery before and during the Super Bowl. Call on authorities to crack down on human trafficking, and prevent this celebratory day from becoming an occasion for tragedy.
Stop Mutilating Children With Explosive Weapons
Too many innocent children and families have been maimed, mutilated, and killed by explosive weapons targeting civilian areas. Don’t let these human rights violations continue.
Success: Prisoner of Conscience Released
A human rights activist sentenced to a year in prison for peacefully protesting utilities rate hikes and the mysterious death of a journalist has been released following reductions to his sentence. Sign the petition to praise Myanmar for this positive step.
Protect Homeless Kids From Human Traffickers
Homeless children are being targeted by the horrific sex trafficking industry, but enacting a new law could help save them from this terrible fate. Speak up now to keep kids out of the hands of traffickers.
Success: New York to Overhaul Solitary Confinement in State Prisons
The use of solitary confinement in New York state prisons is being overhauled. Applaud this progress towards treating those who are incarcerated more humanely.
Success: Federal Judge Denies Request to Block Syrian Refugees
A federal judge has denied Texas’ request to prevent Syrian refugees from resettling in the state, thus allowing nine refugees to seek protection in Texas. Applaud this step towards helping these vulnerable people and showing them compassion.
Success: Netflix Extends Parental Leave Benefits to Hourly Workers
Parental leave benefits now apply to hourly workers at Netflix, helping the workers who need it most. Sign this petition to applaud that Netflix’s hourly workers will now have more benefits to help them during this important time in their lives.
Success: Los Angeles to Accept Syrian Refugees
Syrian and other refugees fleeing violence in their home countries will now be welcomed in Los Angeles. Applaud this step towards helping these vulnerable people in their attempt to escape deadly terrorist violence.
Success: Chicago Police’s Use of Force to Be Investigated
The use of force by Chicago police will be investigated by the Department of Justice in order to combat incidents of police brutality. Applaud this step towards improving the policing system and fighting back against police brutality.
Success: Access to Abortion in Ireland Extended
Women may now have more grounds for abortion, thanks to a ruling by the High Court in Ireland. Applaud this win for women’s rights.
Success: Charges Against Indigenous Activists Dropped
Two indigenous activists, including one that has been the subject of a previous petition here at ForceChange, have been released after spending over a year in “preventative detention” on charges likely motivated by their human rights work. Sign the petition and commend Mexico on the men’s release.
Don’t Jail Human Rights Activist
After revealing slave-like working conditions and other human rights abuses on pineapple farms, a labor rights activist was arrested and targeted by the Thai government. Don’t let this whistleblower be sent to jail.
Stop Discrimination Against LGBT Families
Gay and lesbian couples can still be evicted from their homes or fired from their jobs merely for expressing their sexual orientation. Speak up to end this discrimination.
Success: The Gambia Bans Female Genital Mutilation
The Gambia has banned female genital mutilation, which leaves many women and girls with life-long health and sexual problems. Applaud the ban of this dangerous practice and the protection the ban will have for girls across the Gambia.
Success: Woman Charged in Death of Infant Daughter
A mother has been charged with manslaughter in the death of her infant daughter. The infant died after her mother left her and her siblings home alone while she went out clubbing. Join us in praising law enforcement for holding this mother accountable for her actions.
Success: Canada Opens Borders to 25,000 Syrian Refugees
Canada will accept another 25,000 Syrian refugees for relocation from major host countries Lebanon, Turkey, and Jordan. Praise the move, which will target those in the greatest need of medical care or financial and social aid.
Demand Equal Pay for Women
Women are paid more than 20% less than men for the same amount of work. Demand equal pay for women now.
Stop Donald Trump From Hosting SNL
Despite cutting ties with Donald Trump months ago over his offensive comments, NBC has announced an upcoming episode of SNL will be hosted by Trump. Letting Trump host will give him a platform to let his offensive comments be laughed at rather than taken seriously. Sign this petition and urge NBC to cancel the episode.
Get Hershey to End its Harmful Child Labor Practices
Hershey continues to be the only chocolate company to use child labor in its supply chain. The child labor practices employed by Hersheys include low wages, physical and sexual abuse, human trafficking, and deplorable living conditions. Get Hersheys to adopt human rights-friendly practices and make these practices transparent to the public!
