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Freedom Now protects individuals and communities from government repression and defends human rights through direct legal support, targeted high-leverage advocacy, and capacity-building analysis and assistance.
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Serikzhan Bilash – An Activist Documenting Concentration Camps in China
As part of our 25th anniversary, Freedom Now is revisiting our past cases. Serikzhan Bilash drew back the curtain on China’s secretive concentration camps.
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Statement to the UN Working Group on Arbitrary Detention During the 63rd UN Human Rights Council
On September 15, 2026, Freedom Now delivered a statement to UN Human Rights Council, urging the Working Group on Arbitrary Detention to continue documenting examples of transnational repression and calling on Member States to prevent, investigate, and refrain from committing or facilitating transnational repression in any form.
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Rwanda: Former Military Officer Tom Byabagamba Has Passed Away in Prison
Freedom Now is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of former military officer and political prisoner Tom Byabagamba on August 25. We extend our sincere condolences to his loved ones at this difficult time.
Philippines: UN Declares Detention of Human Rights Activists Frenchie Mae Cumpio, Marielle Domequil, and Alexander Abinguna a Violation of International Law
The UN Working Group on Arbitrary Detention has determined the Philippines violated international human rights law by detaining human rights activists Frenchie Mae Cumpio, Marielle Domequil, and Alexander Abinguna.
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