Nov 30,2020 by Coalition
Global Summit of Development Banks Fails to Learn from Destructive Past
In November, 450 public development banks from around the world met for the Finance in Common Summit at the Paris Peace Forum. They gathered to discuss how they can direct their combined investments of over USD 2 trillion – 10% of total investments in the world – “to support the transformation or the
Nov 18,2020 by Coalition
Coalition members and partners submit new recommendations for the AIIB ESF Review
On November 9, the Coalition for Human Right in Development members and partners (Accountability Counsel; Arabwatch Coalition; Buliisa Initiative for Rural Development Organization; Cairo Institute for Human Rights Studies; Center for Financial Accountability; Earthrights Internation
Oct 08,2020 by Coalition
Covid-19, development finance and attacks against journalists
Around the world, journalists, bloggers, medical workers, human rights defenders and all those who are raising concerns for the inadequate response to the Covid-19 pandemic are under attack. In an attempt to silence their dissenting voices, they are being accused of spreading false informatio
Sep 03,2020 by Coalition
Global development summit needs human rights focus, say 200 organizations around the world
3 September 2020 In a letter addressed to the French Development Agency, over 200 organizations around the world are calling for the principles of a human rights-based and community-led development to be included and prioritized both in the agenda and in the outcomes of the Finance in Common Summi
Jun 26,2020 by Coalition
The Pandemic’s Hidden Casualty: Human Rights
The lush forests of the Sierra Madre mountain range, on the Philippine island of Luzon, have been home to the Dumagat-Remontados indigenous peoples for centuries. But their ancestral lands are now under threat. In this area, the Philippine government is planning to build the Kaliwa Dam, despite
May 18,2020 by Coalition
Development finance for Covid-19 crisis should uphold human rights
May 18, 2020 – In a statement published today, the Coalition urged development finance institutions to ensure that the funding and support they provide for the Covid-19 response, and during the economic recovery period, upholds human rights and leads to economic justice for those who are m
May 13,2020 by Coalition
Article: Impacts of COVID19 on Frontline Communities Resisting Internationally Financed Development Projects
The Coalition uncovered several trends on how COVID-19 measures are impacting frontline communities opposing internationally financed development projects. Using data provided by its community engagement partners and allies, the Coalition found common trends among communities from Asia
Mar 20,2020 by Coalition
Coalition Members and Partners Engage AIIB ESF Review
The Coalition for Human Right in Development members and partners submitted a position paper to the Asian Infrastructure and Investment Bank (AIIB) Environmental and Social Framework (ESF) Review team in line with the on-going review. The AIIB requested submissions from civil society organi
Mar 02,2020 by Coalition
Coalition Welcomes its New Director!
Following an extensive international search, the Coalition for Human Rights in Development is excited to welcome longtime community rights advocate, Siddharth Akali, as its new Director. “Siddharth has the passion and expertise to strengthen the Coalition’s members’
Jan 29,2020 by members
New Report: Frontline Defenders Global Analysis 2019
Coalition member Frontline Defenders released its Global Analysis 2019, a report reviewing the state of the world for human rights defenders in 2019. The report details the physical assaults, defamation campaigns, digital security threats, judicial harassment, and gendered attacks faced
Oct 22,2019 by Coalition
Webinar: Attacks Against Defenders and the Role of Development Banks
Join us for a Webinar October 30 to discuss the report “Uncalculated Risks: Threats and attacks against human rights defenders and the role of development financiers”. This groundbreaking report from the Defenders in Development Campaign uses 25 case studies from around the globe
Oct 10,2019 by members
Environmental Activists at Mercy of Business at All Costs
Environmental activists at mercy of business at all costs - new report shows how investors must take action
Aug 22,2019 by members
New Report Recommends Banks to Ensure FPIC
Oxfam released a new report highlighting the importance for development banks to act on and ensure that free, prior, and informed consent (FPIC) of communities are secured first before they provide funding for development. Free, prior and informed consent (FPIC) is a recognized right of Indigen
Aug 21,2019 by Coalition
Opening: Regional Coordinator for Latin America
The Coalition for Human Rights in Development is seeking a Regional Coordinator for Latin America. The Regional Coordinator is based in Latin America and serves as part of the International Secretariat, leading member outreach, capacity building, and coordination of advocacy campaigns in or
Jun 04,2019 by Coalition
PRESS RELEASE: New Report Reveals Uncalculated Risks to Defenders in Development
From Colombia to Kenya, 25 cases of threats and attacks against human rights defenders reveal how development financiers can fuel abuses or help fight them JUNE 4, 2019 – A new report from the Coalition for Human Rights in Development and the Defenders in Development Campaign reveals the ala