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Hidden Histories: Indigenous People in Bangladesh and the 1971 Liberation War

Often overlooked in history, Indigenous Jumma people and other Adivasis of Bangladesh, played a crucial role in the 1971 Liberation War, fighting alongside the Mukti Bahini for independence and the hopes of greater rights and autonomy—yet their struggle for recognition and self-determination continues to this day.

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Khmers Kampuchea-Krom Federation Calls on Vietnam for the Unjust Sentencing of Khmer-Krom Buddhist Monks and Activists by Vietnamese Court

The Khmers Kampuchea-Krom Federation (KKF) expresses their concerns and resounding condemnation of the recent verdict delivered by the Vietnamese court in Vinh Long Province against Khmer-Krom Buddhist monks and activists. A court in the southern province of Long An has delivered the verdict on November 26, 2024, disregarding the fair trial principles. With sentences ranging from 2 years to 6 years.

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Urgent Appeal: Immediate Release and Protection of ISKCON Leader Chinmoy Krishna Das Brahmachari

Global Human Rights Defence urges Bangladesh's government to ensure the safety and fair treatment of ISKCON leader Chinmoy Krishna Das Brahmachari, who was arrested on November 25, 2024.

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Fourth Edition of the GHRD Film Festival: Children’s Rights

The 4th edition of the Hague Human Rights Film Festival showcased five documentaries on children's rights, highlighting global challenges like forced marriage, war, and famine, and emphasized the importance of safeguarding their rights.

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Intersecting: Gender Equality and Public Health

In recognition of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, GHRD highlights the alarming intersection of gender-based violence and public health. With statistics showing that 70–90% of women in Pakistan experience domestic violence and LGBTQIA+ individuals facing similarly high levels of abuse, this crisis transcends gender and profoundly impacts public health.

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Hindus Victims of Political and Extremist Persecution in Bangladesh

The forced removal of Sheikh Hasina's government in Bangladesh has sparked violence against the Hindu minority, demanding immediate protection and equal treatment. GHRD urges international pressure and reforms.

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Beyond Recognition: Political, Social, and Legal Barriers to Acknowledging the 1971 Bangladesh Genocide

As Bangladesh marks more than 50 years since its liberation war, the quest for international recognition of the atrocities committed during the 1971 genocide remains difficult to address due to political, social and legal challenges. Despite the nation's evolution from a struggling post-war country to a developing state, the memory of the genocide is obscured by political arguments, different stories about what happened and the lack of transparent laws. These contrary accounts raise important questions about the ongoing struggle for justice and recognition despite the silence surrounding this history.

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The Biharis in Bangladesh: A Reflection on Violence, Victimhood, and Conflict

The Bihari community in Bangladesh has faced decades of marginalisation, statelessness, and human rights abuses stemming from their role in the 1971 Liberation War. This article explores their historical plight, legal neglect, and the urgent need for justice and protection.

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Why the Intellectuals? A Heinous War Strategy to Cripple Bangladesh

The won war of Bangladesh liberation was marked by a final effort of eliticide, aimed at wiping out the intelligentsia and key occupational classes. This article reflects on several historical developments that formed the basis of Bangladesh's identity, highlighting how the elimination of intellectuals sought to cripple the nation's future and undermine its potential for self-determination. Both the unrecognized Bangladesh Genocide and Operation Searchlight represent suppressed narratives, struggling to fit into international recognition frameworks.