Yazidi doctor awarded for his work helping women calls for justice
'The recognition of genocide is the first step in order to satisfy the victims'
UK urged to stop human traffickers exploiting Brexit uncertainty
Britain will need to arrange new partnerships across Europe to bring traffickers to justice, says anti-slavery commissioner Sara Thornton
Green groups flag threat to Indonesia forests recovered from palm planters
Indonesian government is urged to ensure land it plans to take back is protected and not used for other industries
Asian cities urged to guard cultural heritage as they modernise
Many of Asia's booming cities are failing to preserve their cultural heritage and risk losing traditional knowledge, crucial for inclusiveness and sustainability, say experts
In birthplace of the U.S. revolution, a climate rebellion takes root
As Extinction Rebellion protests expand around the world, Boston activists are taking to the streets - but with their own New England sensibilities
Ssssh: As cities surge, some seek a new aim - peace and quiet
Cities around the world are purposefully slowing down and quietening urban life, with an eye on improving health and well-being
FACTBOX-One in 185 a slave: snapshot of today's trade in humans
Human trafficking is one of the world's fastest growing criminal enterprises
EXPERT VIEWS-Five years on, is the UK's landmark anti-slavery law fit for purpose?
We asked experts in the sector for their views on the successes and failings of the Modern Slavery Act
INTERVIEW-Suspect or slave? Children caught in drug trade pose test for UK police
Thousands of children in Britain are estimated to be used by gangs to carry drugs from cities to rural areas, and are increasingly being coerced at a younger age
Mothers of Colombia's disappeared seek justice at war tribunal
Some 200,000 people were killed, 7.7 million displaced and 60,000 listed as missing during Colombia's five-decade war