A new report released by Global Witness identifies Honduras as « the deadliest country in the world for environmental activism. » The report calls attention to international financial institution funding for projects that result in human rights violations for local communities and violence against activists. It calls on these funders, including the International Finance Corporation, the Inter-American Development Bank, and the Central American Bank for Economic Integration, to review their current projects in Honduras, to intervene when human rights defenders are threatened, and to « speak out against attacks on defenders and ensure that robust policies are developed and implemented regarding how they will guarantee constructive dialogue with local communities. » Read the full report here.
Global Witness Report Chronicles Dangers for Human Rights Defenders in Honduras
If you are in #Tbilisi, don't miss this beautiful art exhibition organised by @forum_adb showcasing some of the stories of communities across #Asia impacted by @ADB_HQ projects
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🌍 Join us for an insightful session on protecting people and the planet!
🌿 Forum is shedding light on CSO reflections regarding the @ADB_HQ Draft ESF and proposed changes in safeguards policy.
We'll discuss recommendations to safeguard project-affected individuals and…
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🌊 Explore a preview of our exhibition exposing the link between environmental degradation, social injustice, and human rights violations caused by @ADB_HQ projects.
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The Lower Sesan 2 Dam is being partly funded by ABBank, a financial intermediary (FI) client of the @IFC_org. Financial intermediaries represent the nexus between development finance and commercial banking.
Read about the Lower Sesan 2 Dam Project here: http://bit.ly/IFC_LowerSesan2