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Uzra Zeya

@uzraz.bsky.social
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President & CEO, @HumanRightsFirst.Org. Dogged optimist. Mom to cats & people.

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Human Rights First @humanrightsfirst.org · 02/12/2025
Even after asylum is granted, people still face huge barriers in the U.S.—from housing to job security. Amadou’s story shows how meeting basic needs can help asylum seekers rebuild their lives. This #GivingTuesday, support our Client Emergency Fund at bit.ly/CEFSupport.
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CFHK Foundation @thecfhk.bsky.social · 13/11/2025
Today in UK parliament, @chloecheung.bsky.social @iainduncansmithmp.bsky.social @billbrowder.bsky.social @uzraz.bsky.social & Finn Lau urged the UK govt to follow the lead of @usstatedept.bsky.social and sanction the #HongKong officials responsible for the national security crackdown in #HK.
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Human Rights First @humanrightsfirst.org · 11/07/2025
Our CEO & President @uzraz.bsky.social joined Senators @vanhollen.senate.gov & @andykimnj.bsky.social, @repsuhas.bsky.social and a fired-up crowd in applauding the brave service of 1300+ State Department diplomats unjustly fired today.
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Human Rights First @humanrightsfirst.org · 03/07/2025
"The list of cruelty enacted by this [reconciliation] bill is long, and it taxes the soul of this country." - Uzra Zeya, CEO of Human Rights First. The House is debating whether to pass this bill right now. Our message is clear: protecting human rights isn't a partisan issue. Congress must vote no.
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Human Rights First @humanrightsfirst.org · 03/07/2025
Human Rights First condemned the passage of the reconciliation bill, which dismantles protections for the most vulnerable and endangers the rights of immigrants, asylees, and others fleeing persecution. Read our press release below.
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Human Rights First Condemns Passage of Reconciliation Bill: “A Big Ugly Betrayal”  - Human Rights First
Washington, D.C. — Human Rights First strongly condemns the passage of the reconciliation bill, describing it as a historic rollback of legal protections for children, refugees, and other survivors of...
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Uzra Zeya @uzraz.bsky.social · 03/07/2025
Fired up to join @ramirez.house.gov in denouncing the destructive impact of this big, ugly, betrayal of a bill.
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Human Rights First @humanrightsfirst.org · 01/07/2025
Watch as our CEO, @uzraz.bsky.social , introduces Bach's vital contributions to the fight for climate justice in Vietnam and hear from Bach's wife, Thao, as she accepts the Baldwin Medal of Liberty on his behalf. #FreeBach #StandwithBach #4YearsTooLong youtu.be/08l6GHZw7BE
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Jailed Vietnamese climate activist/lawyer Dang Dinh Bach wins the Roger N. Baldwin Medal of Liberty
YouTube video by Human Rights First
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Uzra Zeya @uzraz.bsky.social · 27/06/2025
The SCOTUS decision on birthright citizenship is devastating for immigrant families, for all who value constitutional protections, and for our friends and neighbors across the country. Read my statement at Human Rights First here ⬇️.
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Human Rights First @humanrightsfirst.org · 21/06/2025
We condemn weaponization of immigration enforcement to suppress speech and will continue to support students and organizations targeted by the Trump administration's overreach.
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Uzra Zeya @uzraz.bsky.social · 09/06/2025
Glad to be headed to LA and joining allied organizations, @humanrightsfirst.org & Angelenos in standing up to this unjust travel ban. Join us! ⬇️
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Human Rights First @humanrightsfirst.org · 08/06/2025
We stand with our LA-based colleagues at Human Rights First, the asylum-seekers and communities we serve, and with all Angelenos who reject the federal government’s overbearing intrusion into their neighborhoods and brutal separation of families. humanrightsfirst.org/library/trum...
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Trump Administration Flagrantly Abuses Power in Los Angeles - Human Rights First
Washington, D.C. – In response to President Trump’s decision to defy state and local officials and call National Guard personnel into federal service under 10 U.S.C. 12406, a statute with language add...
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Human Rights First @humanrightsfirst.org · 06/06/2025
Our President and CEO @uzraz.bsky.social said: "Abandoning courageous human rights defenders and vulnerable populations fleeing persecution and armed conflict will make Americans less safe and fuel instability and injustice that endanger U.S. national security and prosperity for years to come."
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Human Rights First @humanrightsfirst.org · 22/05/2025
In response to the tragic killing of two Israeli Embassy staff in DC, our President & CEO @uzraz.bsky.social said: "Politically motivated & hate-fueled violence is anathema to the functioning of a free society & the perpetrator must face justice.” Full statement humanrightsfirst.org/library/murd...
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Murderer of Diplomats Must Face Justice - Human Rights First
Washington, D.C.– In response to the murder of two employees of the Israeli embassy in Washington, Human Rights First’s President and CEO, Uzra Zeya, said the following: “The brutal murder of two youn...
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Uzra Zeya @uzraz.bsky.social · 22/05/2025
Congressman Gerry Connolly exemplified selfless public service for decades and fought for a better future for all Virginians. From supporting rights-respecting foreign policy and protecting refugees to building the best bike trail in the DMV, his legacy of giving back lives on. Rest in peace, Gerry.
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Uzra Zeya @uzraz.bsky.social · 21/05/2025
Glad to join @josepagliery.bsky.social & remarkable women leaders in discussing how unlawful denial of due process for immigrants is a threat to us all. #FP4AmericaSummit
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Human Rights First @humanrightsfirst.org · 20/05/2025
The notion of voluntary deportation is ludicrous,” said our President & CEO, @uzraz.bsky.social, in the @washingtonpost.com, where she condemned the Trump admin’s plan to repatriate Ukrainians & Haitians as “unlawful mistreatment." www.washingtonpost.com/national-sec...
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Trump proposal to repatriate Ukrainians, Haitians would use foreign aid funds
Documents reviewed by The Post call for leveraging foreign assistance accounts to return migrants to conflict-afflicted nations, even as officials seek to cut such spending.
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Uzra Zeya @uzraz.bsky.social · 17/05/2025
Secretary Rubio should face tough grilling on his proposed 84% evisceration of State/USAID when he appears before SFRC May 20 and HFAC May 21. Abandoning human rights defenders, anti-corruption champions, and refugees globally makes U.S. adversaries stronger and Americans less safe & prosperous.
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Uzra Zeya @uzraz.bsky.social · 11/05/2025
This #MothersDay, let’s remember all the mothers risking it all to keep their children safe & their families together.
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Uzra Zeya @uzraz.bsky.social · 09/05/2025
Must-read ⬇️
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Uzra Zeya @uzraz.bsky.social · 05/05/2025
The possibility that a U.S. veteran who works to hold war criminals accountable could be prosecuted for doing his job sends a chilling message to all who fight for human rights. That’s why we’re taking this administration to court to defend Eric Iverson’s right to free speech… ⬇️
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House Foreign Affairs Committee Democrats @houseforeign.bsky.social · 02/05/2025
US diplomacy and development programs through the State Department & USAID aren't just helping people abroad in places like Ukraine, they're also helping the American people here at home by working to combat drug cartels, address the fentanyl crisis, and make our communities safer.
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Uzra Zeya @uzraz.bsky.social · 01/05/2025
Glad to testify @houseforeign.bsky.social on how U.S. human rights & humanitarian leadership bolsters American security, prosperity & well-being. Downgrading human rights & anti-TIP experts & eliminating offices that negotiate peace, fight GBV, and pursue war criminals — does exactly the opposite.
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Uzra Zeya @uzraz.bsky.social · 22/04/2025
As the United States retreats from global human rights and humanitarian leadership, authoritarian adversaries will rush to fill the void. Those other powers can be counted upon to put Americans last.
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Uzra Zeya @uzraz.bsky.social · 01/04/2025
Honored to start a new chapter with the dynamic & dedicated team @humanrightsfirst.org on the frontlines of the fight for freedom and justice. Though the threats we face are greater than ever, so is our resolve. Join us in righting human wrongs!
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