TAKE ACTION TODAY: Sign Onto Demanding the Release of Political Prisoner Mahmoud Khalil |
The Department of Homeland Security has arrested, detained, and revoked the green card of Palestinian activist, Mahmoud Khalil, over his role as a lead negotiator at the Gaza Solidarity Encampment at Columbia University in 2024.
This action by DHS is completely unacceptable and marks yet another action by the new Trump regime in attacking the human rights and dignity of its own people, citizens and legal residents alike.
The staff and board of Hindus for Human Rights demand the immediate release of Mahmoud Khalil. Join us, and over 2 million others, in this call for justice and send a letter demanding his release today. |
Explore the Many Stories of Holi and Phagwah |
Holi, known as Phagwah in many parts of the Indian diaspora, bursts onto the calendar each year as a festival of color, joy, and renewal.
As we reflect on this vibrant celebration, it is essential to engage with its multifaceted history—embracing its cultural richness while acknowledging its complexities, including critiques on caste, gender, safety, and environmental impact. Our video serves as a prompt for discussion, exploring both the festival’s syncretic nature and critical perspectives from Dalit, Adivasi, and other marginalized communities. |
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Nari Shakti: A Discussion on Women's Power in India |
The 69th Commission on the Status of Women, Beijing + 30, is here! Hindus for Human Rights is excited to amplifying the crucial conversations around women's rights with a CSW Parallel event, Nari Shakti: A Discussion on Women's Power in India. This online conversation with Indian activists will analyze how women's political power impacts their freedom of movement in India. In particular, we will explore whether increased political participation can help address gender-based violence, particularly for caste-oppressed and minority women. |
Know Your Rights, Protect Your Future: |
Check Out Our Know Your Rights Guide Today! |
As the state of American democracy rapidly shifts and ICE deportations rise across the nation, it is key for all individuals, especially those from immigrant communities, to know their rights under the law. Our new Know Your Rights Resource Guide serves as a compilation of resources providing a thorough, comprehensive understanding of human rights and legal rights as it concerns immigration, deportation, and arrests. Don't wait -- make sure to learn your rights today. |
HfHR Joins the 2025 Selma Bridge Crossing Jubilee |
Our Co-Founders Sunita Viswanath and Raju Rajagopal traveled to Selma, Alabama, on March 6, 2025, to participate in the annual Selma Bridge Crossing Jubilee, commemorating the 60th anniversary of Bloody Sunday and the ongoing fight for voting rights and racial justice in the United States. The Selma Jubilee is one of the most significant gatherings in the country, honoring the legacy of the brave activists who, in 1965, marched for equal voting rights despite facing brutal violence. The annual event brings together civil rights leaders, faith-based organizations, and activists committed to continuing the struggle for justice. |
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Thursday, March 13th, 2025: Unveiling State Violence Against Adivasi Children in Bastar: Join The Polis Project for a powerful installment of their relaunched Dispatches series on X Spaces. This conversation will delve into the human rights violations and militarization impacting the region’s marginalized communities—especially children. Learn more here.
Saturday, March 15th, 2025: Purim Holi: A Celebration of Cross-Cultural Courage, Faith, and Liberation: Join us for Purim Holi in Corvallis, Oregon; a vibrant celebration of courage, faith, and liberation across cultures! This unique gathering brings together the joyous traditions of Purim and Holi, highlighting the shared themes of resilience, renewal, and community. Learn more here.
Sunday, March 23rd, 2025: Baithaks for Liberation: Feminist Hinduism in Action: Join us for the second installment of HHfR’s “Baithaks for Liberation: Conversations on Building a Liberatory Hinduism.” In honor of Women’s History Month, this online discussion uplifts the voices of two pioneering panditas who are at the forefront of challenging Brahmanical patriarchy in Hindu ritual and practice. Learn more here.
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Addressing Islamophobia & Hindutva in the UK
Islamophobia is a growing crisis in the UK, accounting for nearly half of all religious hate crimes. But how should we tackle it? In this BBC discussion, Rajiv Sinha, Director of Hindus for Human Rights UK, argues that while addressing Islamophobia is essential, relying solely on new definitions and legislation may not be the answer. |
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The Hindutva-MAGA Alliance
At the dawn of a second Trump era, American Hindu supremacists are increasingly aligning themselves with the MAGA far right writes Pranay Somayajula, our Director of Advocacy and Organizing. |
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Hindu Temple Vandalized in Chino Hills, California
As a member of the Savera coalition, we condemn the vandalism of a Hindu temple in Chino Hills. Vandalizing a temple is wrong—but such acts don’t challenge supremacist politics—they fuel them. Protecting religious freedom means rejecting both bigotry and its exploitation. |
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