Quetta: Policy Dialogue Held on Rights-Based Climate Security in Balochistan

Quetta (HRNW): A policy dialogue on climate security was held in Quetta under the joint initiative of UNDP Pakistan, the Government of Balochistan, and the University of Balochistan, with support from the German Embassy Islamabad. Titled “Rights-Based Climate Security in Balochistan: From Local Evidence to Policy Action,” the dialogue emphasized that climate security is not…

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SPRIL, KIET Hold Seminar on “*Beyond Books: The Evolution of Writers into Researchers and Media Voices”

Karachi (HRNW)- Artificial Intelligence (AI) has laid the foundation for a new intellectual and creative revolution worldwide, and the world has witnessed remarkable developments in this field over the past decade, said Professor Dr. Khalid Khan on Saturday. He was speaking at the seminar titled “Beyond Books: The Evolution of Writers, Researchers and Media,” organized…

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World Blood Donor Day: Pakistan Faces Annual Shortage of 2.7 Million Blood Units, Placing Thalassemia Patients and Human Rights at Risk

Karachi / London (HRNW): On June 14, 2026, the global community observes World Blood Donor Day. However, for a developing nation like Pakistan, this day serves as a moment of critical collective accountability rather than a mere ceremonial event, raising serious questions as to why thousands of patients still face the brink of death in…

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Environmental Rights Conference Brings Together NGOs, Experts and Civil Society Leaders

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (HRNW)- The Corporate Sustainability and Environmental Rights in Asia Conference 2026 brought together civil society organizations, environmental advocates, researchers, and policymakers to discuss climate resilience, environmental justice, corporate accountability, and human rights impacts across Asia. Participants explored practical strategies to strengthen sustainability while protecting communities affected by environmental challenges. Support Appeal:Support independent journalism…

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Capacity-Building Workshop Engages Hundreds of NGOs on Peace and Tolerance

Lahore, Pakistan (HRNW)– The Punjab Home Department organized a major capacity-building workshop involving representatives from 262 NGOs and civil society organizations. Participants discussed strategies to promote peace, tolerance, social harmony, and community resilience. Officials emphasized the importance of cooperation between government institutions and civil society to address social challenges and strengthen public trust. Support Appeal:Support…

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OSCE Conducts Risk Management Training for Human Rights Defenders

Warsaw, Poland (HRNW)- The Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights organized a specialized workshop to help human rights defenders strengthen risk assessment, security planning, and advocacy resilience. The program brought together activists from across Europe to address increasing threats faced by civil society and human rights organizations….

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Digital Rights Advocates Convene Hundreds of Human Rights Workshops and Discussions

Lusaka, Zambia (HRNW)– RightsCon 2026, one of the world’s largest gatherings focused on human rights and technology, featured plans for more than 550 sessions involving activists, journalists, technologists, policymakers, and civil society leaders from over 150 countries. Workshops covered artificial intelligence, digital security, online freedoms, surveillance, internet governance, and protection of human rights defenders in…

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UNESCO and Human Rights Experts to Hold Global Seminar on AI and Human Rights

London, United Kingdom (HRNW)- The Bar Human Rights Committee of England and Wales and UNESCO are organizing an international seminar on “AI, Human Rights and the Rule of Law” on June 20, 2026. The training program will bring together judges, legal professionals, educators, and civil society representatives to examine how artificial intelligence can be used…

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International Day of Dialogue Among Civilizations: Ambassador Mumtaz Zahra Baloch Addresses UNESCO Seminar; Highlights Gandhara Heritage and Silk Road Spirit

Paris / Islamabad (HRNW): Ambassador Mumtaz Zahra Baloch participated in a prestigious international seminar on the “Traditions of the Silk Road and Intercultural Dialogue” hosted at the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) headquarters. The seminar was organized to commemorate the International Day of Dialogue among Civilizations, providing a global platform to highlight…

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Green Karachi Initiative: Additional IG Azad Khan Launches Plantation Campaign at Shahid Hayat Police Training College

Karachi (HRNW): Consolidating the vision of a pollution-free, green, and sustainable metropolis, the Sindh Police, in collaboration with Community Policing Karachi, has officially launched a major tree-plantation drive. Additional Inspector General (Addl. IG) of Police Karachi, Azad Khan, formally inaugurated the campaign. The 5th Environmental Project by Community Policing Karachi The metropolitan police chief visited…

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