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January 11, 2019

Protest, debate and thuggery: examining our own responses

We are right to be concerned at the ugly behaviour seen around Westminster in recent days.
December 9, 2018

Human rights defender jailed in Russia

One of the founders of Russia’s human rights movement has been jailed for a Facebook post about a peaceful protest.
November 27, 2018

Amnesty calls on Argentina to guarantee right to protest during G20 Summit

The Argentine authorities must respect and guarantee the rights to freedom of expression and peaceful assembly during the G20 meetings in Buenos Aires later this week, says Amnesty International.
September 6, 2018

New documents reveal US government plan to spy on oil pipeline protestors

The American Civil Liberties Union and ACLU of Montana have released documents corroborating reports of collaboration between state and federal law enforcement officials ahead of the anticipated Keystone XL protests by environmental activists and indigenous communities over the construction of an oil pipeline
August 22, 2018

Quakers put the protest back in Protestantism at Greenbelt

Take one stand-up comedian and mediator, an actor, activist and biblical scholar, a team of peace activists, and a handful of turbulent priests. Each one exploring the connection between spirituality and activism. Add to that, Quaker worship in stillness that settles, calms and opens hearts. This week, Quakers are offering this mix to thousands at Greenbelt Festival.
August 2, 2018

Artists to remove their work from Design Museum in protest at arms event

Artists will remove their work on Thursday 2 August in protest at the Museum hosting an arms trade event.
July 25, 2018

Artists demand removal of their work from Design Museum following arms trade event

A large group of artists and designers have asked for their work to be removed from the current Hope to Nope exhibition of political art.
July 23, 2018

Jailed blogger on hunger strike in Algeria

Merzoug Touati has been sentenced to seven years in prison for his writing.
July 11, 2018

Quakers call for leaders with integrity ahead of Trump visit

Quakers will be joining vigils, meetings for worship, and protests against the president's policies.
May 11, 2018

Attendance of Bahraini delegation at Royal Windsor Horse Show condemned

Activists will picket the Royal Windsor Horse Show in opposition to the attendance of the Bahraini regime. The Bahraini delegation is expected to be led by King Hamad, who is the figurehead of the dictatorship.