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Human Rights

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Colombo, Human Rights, IDPs and Refugees, justice, Politics and Governance

Challenges for Refugees and Asylum Seekers in Sri Lanka

Independent On December 19, 2024, fisherfolk in Mullaitivu Sri Lanka observed a boat in the sea, few hundred metres away from the shore, crowded with many people and children. The number was…

Ruki Fernando Ruki Fernando on 06/20/202506/20/2025
Colombo, Human Rights, justice, Media and Communications, Politics and Governance

More Than Two Decades Without Justice for Journalist Nadesan’s Murder

Lanka Leader It has been 21 years since the murder of journalist Ayyathurai Nadesan. Nadesan is considered to be the first journalist killed during the tenure of a United People’s Freedom Alliance…

Ishanka Singha Arachchi Ishanka Singha Arachchi on 06/19/202506/19/2025
Colombo, Human Rights, Media and Communications, Youth

How Unethical Reporting Threatens the Safety of Children

The rising trend of sensationalized media coverage involving children is becoming increasingly alarming. Each day, new incidents highlight how deeply unethical media practices, particularly those that disclose the identities of child victims,…

Yenuli Amaratunga Yenuli Amaratunga on 06/17/2025
Development, Environment, Human Rights, Mannar, Politics and Governance

Mannar’s Stand Against Destructive Development

On the quiet shores of Mannar Island, something powerful is unfolding – not just a protest but a collective cry for justice, dignity and the right to live in harmony with the…

Roy Fernando (SJ) Roy Fernando (SJ) on 06/17/2025
Colombo, Human Rights, justice, Peace and Conflict, Politics and Governance, Reconciliation

Human Rights Commissioner’s Visit Shines Spotlight on Sri Lanka

As issues of international law dominate headlines globally, The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk is expected to visit Sri Lanka from June 23 to 26. He will meet President…

Savitri Hensman Savitri Hensman on 06/17/202506/17/2025
Colombo, Human Rights, International, justice, Peace and Conflict, War Crimes

The Madleen: An Act of Resistance Against Israel’s Genocide

“I’m sorry I’m not around with you these days, my love. But Daddy is trying to bring food to children just as beautiful as you – children who are being starved by…

Serena and Satya Burgess Serena and Satya Burgess on 06/17/2025
Colombo, Culture, Gender, Healthcare, Human Rights

Eradicating the Harmful Practice of Female Genital Mutilation

Traumatic. Painful. Irreversible. It is a practice veiled in secrecy and heavily stigmatised. No one wants to openly talk about it but Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) is a human rights violation that…

Groundviews Groundviews on 06/16/2025
Colombo, Human Rights, Photos

Varna: A Celebration of Queer Art and Resilience

In a country where queer lives have long existed in the margins unseen, silenced or systemically ignored, Varna emerges as a revolutionary act of resilience and pride. Organized by Youth Pride Organization,…

Mia Abeyawardene Mia Abeyawardene on 06/15/2025
Colombo, Healthcare, Human Rights, Politics and Governance

The Harm Reduction Philosophy Sri Lanka Ignores

In Sri Lanka, People Who Use Drugs (PWUD) and those struggling with addiction to either substances or behaviours are often caught in-between a binary of use and abstinence where the medical and…

Nivendra Uduman Nivendra Uduman on 06/12/2025
Colombo, Human Rights, Politics and Governance, Religion and faith

Multiple Threats to Sri Lanka’s Freedom of Religion or Belief

In Sri Lanka, where a tapestry of religions weaves through its landscape, the promise of religious harmony at times masks a reality marked by religious intolerance and unequal protections. Despite constitutional guarantees…

Salome de Silva Salome de Silva on 06/09/2025
Colombo, Economy, Gender, Human Rights, Politics and Governance, Poverty

The Real Costs and Benefits of Migration for Migrant Mothers

A recent IPS study brings out the reality of Sri Lankan Female Migrant Workers (FMWs), particularly those engaged in domestic work across the Middle East. These women juggle multiple roles across various…

Yashora Gunawardena Yashora Gunawardena on 06/04/2025
Culture, Gender, Human Rights, justice, Matale, Nuwara Eliya, Politics and Governance

Battling Stigma and Discrimination, Malaiyaga Pride Cuts a Pioneering Path

It started with a simple but powerful feeling that we, as queer people from the Malaiyaga community, deserve to be seen and celebrated in our own home. So many Pride events happen…

G.D. Lidurshan Avilash G.D. Lidurshan Avilash on 06/04/202506/04/2025
Colombo, Culture, Human Rights, justice, Youth

The Unseen Ordeal: What Happens After a Child Speaks Up About Sexual Abuse

When a child speaks up about sexual abuse, the world often reacts to the story only at its most tragic endpoint – when it’s too late. But what I need the public…

Kumudini Perera-David Kumudini Perera-David on 05/22/2025
Colombo, Human Rights, justice, Politics and Governance, Youth

Ragging and Sadism in Sri Lanka

The Rajagiriya police arrested Sathsara Nimesh and publicly humiliated him by removing his trousers. At Sabaragamuwa University, seniors tortured Charith Dilshan to death for wearing shorts. Dilshi Amshika, who was sexually abused…

Sunanda Deshapriya Sunanda Deshapriya on 05/21/202505/21/2025
Colombo, Human Rights, justice, Politics and Governance, Youth

Breaches Of Fiduciary Trust And Duty Of Care

The tragic loss of a young girl called Amshi in recent weeks has caused a great deal of grief and anger in the community. But will this lead to changes in law…

Devika Brendon Devika Brendon on 05/21/202506/02/2025

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