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12 climate activists inspiring us to fight climate change
UN Human Rights Office
Tensions Rise in the Rio Grande Basin as Mexico Lags in Water Deliveries to the U.S.
Prosecuted for defending the environment: Activists and communities stand up to protect our planet
The Growing Criminalization of Climate and Environmental Protests
A new report labels Mexico as the world's deadliest spot for environmental activists
10 Young Climate Activists Leading the Way on Global Climate Action
Mexico pledges ‘immediate water delivery’ to Texas farmers amid pressure over treaty shortfall
In Mexico, women are fighting gender-based violence “nourished by love, empathy and the desire for justice”
UN Human Rights Office
The UN Human Rights Office produces an extensive range of publications on a variety of topics related to human rights, for governments,...
Decade of defiance
I could tell you that, around the world, three people are killed every week while trying to protect their land, their environment,...
Tensions Rise in the Rio Grande Basin as Mexico Lags in Water Deliveries to the U.S.
In 2020, rebellious Mexican farmers occupied a dam in parched Chihuahua state to prevent the federal government from sending its reservoir water to Texas under...
Prosecuted for defending the environment: Activists and communities stand up to protect our planet
Five leaders of the Colonia Maya residential community, Chiapas, Mexico, prosecuted for peacefully protesting against residential...
12 climate activists inspiring us to fight climate change
From asking governments and corporations to do their part to school strikes, grass-root initiatives like tree-planting and innovative recycling systems.
Mexico pledges ‘immediate water delivery’ to Texas farmers amid pressure over treaty shortfall
Facing mounting pressure from U.S. officials and a threat of new tariffs from President Donald Trump, Mexico has committed to a prompt water...
The Growing Criminalization of Climate and Environmental Protests
As states and corporations ramp up repression on climate protests, activists and broader civil society are adapting their tactics to reach a...
In Mexico, women are fighting gender-based violence “nourished by love, empathy and the desire for justice”
Impunity, injustice and violence plague the lives of many Mexican women, whose hostile environment has brought them to live a life of resilience.
A new report labels Mexico as the world's deadliest spot for environmental activists
Mexico has become the deadliest place in the world for environmental and land defense activists, according to a global survey released Wednesday.
10 Young Climate Activists Leading the Way on Global Climate Action
To celebrate International Youth Day, here are 10 incredible climate activists that are making a difference in global climate action.