The 2021 Annual Report on Human Rights and Democracy in the World is published at a truly extraordinary moment. Fighting for human rights and democracy is more important and urgent than ever in the context of Russia’s unprovoked invasion of Ukraine where we see widespread violations of international human rights and international humanitarian law. This comes on the foot of increased attempts by...

People and civil society organisations are moving heaven and earth to support those fleeing from the war in Ukraine. This is visible across Europe and in particular in Poland, where solidarity has taken over almost every town. Jakub shared his testimony of what it is like to work in a nongovernmental organisation in Poland, and the challenges to readapt facilities and activities to support Ukraine...

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