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August 24, 2026 Statement

Public Comment to the Japan Sports Agency on its "Fourth Sport Basic Plan (Interim Report)" (July 2026)

August 7, 2026 Commentary

Safe Sport Day: Japan Should Lead the Way on Athletes’ Rights

Collage of sports photos
August 6, 2026 Commentary

Japan’s winning sports tradition shouldn’t include abuse

Building a safer training culture for the country and its athletes

Collage of sports photos
July 24, 2026 Dispatches

When You Watch the Tour de France, Think Sudan War

UAE State Companies Sponsors Elite Cycling Team to Sportswash Rights Abuses

UAE Team Emirates - XRG Pro Cycling team during the team presentation of the 109th Giro d'Italia in Burgas, Bulgaria, on May 6, 2026.
July 22, 2026 Commentary

For Next FIFA World Cup, Make Human Rights The Goal

Infantino and Trump jointly holding the World Cup Trophy
July 9, 2026 Dispatches

FIFA Should Tackle Racism and Discrimination On and Off the Pitch

Tackle Impact of Trump Administration Abuses

Kylian Mbappé during the men’s World Cup, Round of 16, Paraguay vs. France at Philadelphia Stadium, US, on July 4, 2026.
July 6, 2026 Dispatches

World Cup Successes Repudiate Trump’s Immigration Crackdown

Deaths in Detention Symptom of Cruel Policies

Folarin Balogun shoots on goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 match between USA and Bosnia and Herzegovina in Santa Clara, California, July 1, 2026.
June 26, 2026 Dispatches

At Seattle World Cup, FIFA Lets Rainbow Flags Fly

The Right Call for An Inclusive Event

Marchers with the Greater Seattle Business Association, Washington State's LGBTQ+ and allied chamber of commerce, during the annual Seattle Pride Parade, June 25, 2023.
June 12, 2026 Commentary

Soccer Fan and Angry at FIFA?

Five Things to Do When Watching the World Cup

US President Donald Trump is presented with the inaugural FIFA Peace Prize award by FIFA President Gianni Infantino, January 9, 2026.
June 11, 2026 News Release

World Cup: FIFA Sponsors Should Back an ICE Truce

US Government Abusive Immigration Policies Pose Risk to Fans, Workers and Local Communities

A ball with the message "ICE out of the Cup" on it.
June 9, 2026 News Release

NBA Risks ‘Sportswashing’ Through Its UAE Ties

Emirati Military Support For Group Linked to Atrocities in Sudan

The NBA logo at center court.
April 29, 2026 News Release

FIFA: New Rule Recognizes Afghan Women’s Team

After Nearly 5 Years in Exile, Women Can Seek World Cup Qualification

Players of Afghan Women's United football team receive support from Tunisian players after the FIFA Unites: Women's Series 2025 on October 29 in Casablanca, Morocco.
April 27, 2026 News Release

2026 World Cup: Tournament Will Kick Off in Climate of Fear

‘Reporters’ Guide’ Outlines ICE Threats, Press Freedom Risks, Unmet FIFA Commitments

FIFA President Gianni Infantino and US President Donald Trump on stage during the FIFA World Cup 2026 official draw on December 5, 2025 in Washington, DC.
April 22, 2026 Commentary

Promises of a Safe and Welcoming 2026 World Cup – But Qatar’s Failures Still Echo

Thomas Kennedy of the Florida Immigrant Coalition speaks during a press conference calling on FIFA to protect soccer fans from immigration status checks at Club World Cup matches, outside the FIFA offices in Coral Gables, Florida, US, June 30, 2025.
April 10, 2026 News Release

World Cup: 2 Months Out, FIFA and Host Cities Sideline Rights

Missing Host City ‘Human Rights Action Plans’ Underscore Lack of Protections

Demonstrators against the FIFA 2026 World Cup draw take part in a protest called "No ICE in my Cup!", in Washington, December 5, 2025.

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