A look at how U.S. politicy failed Burmese families, leaving thousands unprotected, invisible and suddenly unprotected The Insight Myanmar conversation titled “Abandoned in Plain Sight” confronts a sharply overlooked consequence of the U.S. government’s recent decision to terminate Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for nearly 4,000 Burmese nationals living in the United States. Longtime Burma policy … Read more
No Business With Genocide (NBWG) celebrates the passage of the Uyghur Policy Act (H.R. 2635) in the US House of Representatives today, and calls for the Senate Foreign Relations Committee to move the bill for markup and approval.“The Uyghur Policy Act affirms the U.S. commitment to recognize and protect the distinct ethnic, religious, cultural, and … Read more
Right now, U.S. support for the people of Myanmar hangs in the balance. In its early months, the Trump Administration slashed over 30 years of bipartisan U.S. support for democracy and human rights in Myanmar. Even in the wake of a devastating earthquake, the U.S. failed to send an emergency rescue team. And now, U.S. … Read more
February 27, 2025 No Business With Genocide is deeply outraged and heartbroken by the Thai government’s decision to forcibly deport at least 40 Uyghur men to China last night, despite overwhelming evidence that they will face likely imprisonment, torture, and even enforced disappearance. This deportation is a blatant violation of international law, which prohibits the … Read more
While we appreciate this determination, more has to happen to end the suffering in Sudan No Business With Genocide (NBWG) applauds the United States’ official determination of genocide in Sudan and the new sanctions targeting those responsible. This acknowledgment is a critical step toward justice for the Sudanese people who have endured unimaginable suffering during … Read more
As we stand on the threshold of a new year, we are reminded of the promise that comes with new beginnings. This is a time to reflect on the progress we’ve made and to renew our commitment to building a world rooted in justice, compassion, and equality. The challenges before us are great, but so … Read more
One of the things you made happen this year was the reauthorization of the U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCRIF). Religious freedom is a cornerstone of human rights and an essential element of peaceful societies. Yet, across the globe, millions of individuals face persecution simply because of their beliefs. The USCIRF stands as a … Read more
Help us end the #Genocide in #Sudan As you know, Sudan is facing one of the most critical humanitarian crises in the world today. It is the site of the largest internal displacement crisis on Earth. Conflict and genocide have 25 million Sudanese struggling with limited access to food, clean water, and basic medical care. … Read more
We all can take steps to end the #UyghurGenocide On Uyghur Genocide Recognition Day, we are reminded of the grave human rights crisis facing the Uyghur people. As Omer Kanat, Executive Director of the Uyghur Human Rights Project (UHRP), aptly stated, “Words of recognition must be backed by concrete, enforceable policies to end complicity in … Read more
A Bipartisan Effort The U.S. Senate has taken a significant step forward by unanimously passing the U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom Act of 2024 (S. 3764), which would extend the commission’s authorities for another two years. Senators Marco Rubio (R-FL) and Ben Cardin (D-MD), who championed this bipartisan bill, emphasized its importance in addressing … Read more