Central America and the Caribbean
Overview
Most states in the Americas support and have ratified human rights standards and treaties, but for millions the promise of rights remains hollow. Social and political problems such as discrimination, violence, inequality, conflict, insecurity, poverty and environmental damage are just some of the challenges that are creating a human rights crisis across the region.
Commentary
Analysis, opinion, personal stories and more.
Americas
Key facts about the migrant and refugee caravans making their way to the USA
Honduras
NoBanNoWall: From the Muslim Ban to the Migrant Caravan
Americas
‘It breaks my heart, but I have to keep going’: the Honduran women forced to leave their homeland
Americas
The deadly cost of defending the environment