Brazil Faces Alarming Rise in Homeless Population, with Southeast Accounting for 60%
Brazil's homeless population surges to 358,553 in 2025, with the Southeast region accounting for 60% of cases and alarming growth in Boa Vista, Roraima.
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Serious Investigative Failures in Rio de Janeiro’s Deadliest Police Operation Raise Human Rights Concerns
A police operation in Rio in October 2025 resulted in over 120 deaths amid significant investigative failures and human rights concerns, prompting calls for accountability and reform.
Deadly Police Operation in Rio Highlights Failures of Violent Security Policy
The recent record-breaking police operation in Rio de Janeiro, resulting in numerous deaths, has provoked widespread criticism of Governor Cláudio Castro's violent security policies and calls for reform.
National Corregedoria Advances Recommendation to Combat Political Gender Violence in Brazil
The National Corregedoria has proposed a detailed recommendation to combat political violence against women, reinforcing protective measures within Brazil's public institutions aligned with international human rights laws.
Brazil-U.S. Tariff Talks Highlight Economic and Human Rights Tensions
Brazil and the U.S. engage in critical tariff negotiations amid economic and human rights concerns ahead of a presidential meeting.
Brazilian Senate Approves Enhanced Suicide Prevention Measures for Vulnerable Groups
The Brazilian Senate has approved new suicide prevention measures targeting vulnerable groups.
Initiatives Against Gender-Based Political Violence Gain Momentum Amid Rising Concerns
A new partnership aims to combat gender-based political violence as concerns rise following recent incidents.
Digital Political Violence Targets Black Women in Brazil
A study reveals a significant rise in digital political violence against Black women in Brazil, with links to Marielle Franco's assassination.