ethnic conflict
#MeToo Is a Matter of Life or Death for Myanmar's Rohingya Muslims
As ethnic genocide continues to kill thousands in Rakhine state, human rights activist Wai Wai Nu tells us how you can help address one of the great humanitarian crises of our time.
#MeToo Is a Matter of Life or Death for Myanmar's Rohingya Muslims
As ethnic genocide continues to kill thousands in Rakhine state, human rights activist Wai Wai Nu tells us how you can help address one of the great humanitarian crises of our time.
Refugee Women and Girls Shouldn't Have to Experience Sexual Assault in Safe Spaces
Despite making up 80 percent of displaced peoples, women and girls are among those at greatest risk of paying for conflict and disaster with their lives.
As Thousands of Rohingya Muslims Flee Genocide in Myanmar, Here's How to Help
Severe international criticism is being leveled at state leadership for ignoring the massive humanitarian crisis, but mobilization efforts are under way.
Abuse of Rohingya is a 'Textbook Example' of Ethnic Cleansing
“All indications point to the Myanmar security forces deliberately targeting locations that Rohingya refugees use as crossing points."
These Striking Photos Capture Myanmar's Resilient Displaced Community
In June 2012, widespread violence between Buddhists and Muslims in Myanmar's Rakhine State led to the displacement of 145,000 people. Five years later, nearly 100,000 still reside in camps on the outskirts of the capital.
Pro-Government Militia Could Push Burundi 'Over the Edge,' Says UN
Burundi's opposition has rejected the proposed July 15 date for a new election, saying its conditions have not been met. More than 90,000 people have fled the country since protests surged in April.
Protesters Brave Threats to Return Burundi's Streets Following Failed Coup Against President
President Pierre Nkurunziza has sacked his defense and foreign ministers in the wake of a failed coup, while protesters are back on the streets for the first time since the attempted ouster.
Tuareg Refugees from Mali Are Stuck Between Poverty and Violence
Fleeing war for poverty in Burkina Faso has left them in a horrible limbo.