This New Years, I'm looking back, and forward, with hope and determination. #YearofHope

Reflecting on 2023, I am reminded of the one thing that transformed all our challenges into victories: hope.

From human rights violations to global conflicts, this year has been arduous. But within these trials lie the seeds of resilience and determination. When we held onto hope, we recovered the spirit to endure, and unearthed strength within ourselves and our communities.

These include:

• The Launch of the Civic Space Case Tracker, a unique tool tracking ongoing judicial cases in Africa and the Americas
• The Freedom of Wrongly Imprisoned #HotelRwanda Hero, Paul Rusesabagina
• Achieving Constitutional Protection Against Prolonged Immigration Detention in Cruel and Degrading Conditions
• The Abolition of Solitary Confinement of Juveniles in Minnesota
• Accountability for the Murders of Oswaldo Payá and Harold Cepero at the hands of the Cuban Regime.?

As we look ahead to the year 2024, let it be the year of hope. In the realm of human rights work, hope is more than a sentiment — it’s a catalyst for change. It propels us forward when the path seems daunting; it sustains our commitment to creating a world where dignity, equality, and justice prevail.?

Together, let's greet this new year with optimism and conviction that our collective efforts will shape a brighter future for us all. #YearOfHope