ARTICLE 19 (Malaysia)

428 global organisations & 266 individuals express solidarity with human rights defender Andrie Yunus. We call on the Indonesian authorities to conduct a thorough investigation into his attempted assassination, and hold all perpetrators accountable. article19.org/resources/indo…

We stand in solidarity with Andrie Yunus and @KontraS. We call on the government of Indonesia to conduct a thorough, independent investigation into the acid attack on Andrie Yunus, targeted for his activism – most recently during 2025 protests. article19.org/resources/indo…

#Indonesia🇮🇩 International Joint Statement Investigate and Fully Prosecute the Perpetrators of the Acid Attack Against Andrie Yunus! A total of 414 International organizations and 260 individuals from Europe, Asia, and Latin America have expressed their solidarity and called for transparency regarding the attempted assassination of human rights defender Andrie Yunus. Full statement: drive.google.com/file/d/1ldyLf1… @UNHumanRights @UNinIndonesia @YLBHI @LBH_Jakarta @amnesty @forum_asia @asia_ajar @omctorg @CIVICUSalliance

‘We stand in solidarity with Andrie Yunus, @KontraSupdates, and human rights defenders at large in Indonesia. Targeted attacks against human rights defenders are attacks on democracy, human rights, and freedom of expression.' article19.org/resources/indo…

📍INDONESIA 🚨HRD Andrie Yunus, Deputy Coordinator of KontraS, suffered severe burns after premeditated acid attack in Central Jakarta on 12 March 2026, shortly after speaking about militarism and judicial review. FLD calls for an urgent investigation into this horrific incident. 🔗 zurl.co/7ZfsD

FORUM-ASIA condemns the acid attack against Indonesian human rights defender Andrie Yunus of @KontraS. Authorities must conduct a prompt and impartial investigation, ensure accountability, and guarantee protection for human rights defenders in #Indonesia. Media lines ➡️ forum-asia.org/andrie-yunus-a…

⚠️Investigate the Perpetrator of the Acid Attack Against Andrie Yunus!🚨 An acid attack against KontraS Deputy Coordinator Andrie Yunus is an attack on human rights defenders and on everyone speak out the truth. Silence and impunity cannot be tolerated. We condemn such action and demand investigation to bring the perpetrators to justice!

"Authorities should stop targeting critical voices and investigate allegations of abuse of power and the systemic institutional failures exposed." #Malaysia article19.org/resources/mala…

Movies, just like literature mirror society and a source of creativity, a place where the sky is the limit. A film is not a crime. Creativity is not a threat. On January 28 & 29, 2026, Khairi Anwar and Tan Meng Kheng face trial under Section 298 for the act of filmmaking.

The Centre for Independent Journalism (CIJ) commemorates International Human Rights Day (IHRD) 2025 by reflecting on both the challenges and progress surrounding freedom of expression (FOE) in Malaysia. At a time where globally we are facing unprecedented turbulence, growing sense of insecurity and an alarming erosion of human rights, Malaysia is not immune to this trend. This year’s theme, “Human Rights, Our Everyday Essentials” gives us a reminder that human rights, including that of freedom of expression (FOE), is a human right that should be conferred upon all peoples as a necessity as it enables the public to pursue self-realisation and demand for all other rights for their life and sustainability. ***** Read the full statement at our website. Link in bio.

FOE is not a privilege granted by the state but an inherent right essential for every person to live freely and safely. Our right to FOE is upheld, protected, and nurtured because this and other human rights are our everyday essentials. #IHRD2025 article19.org/resources/inte…

‘Using such forms of intimidation to silence HRDs and the residents not only threatens their safety but also undermines the ability of communities to assert their right to adequate housing and partake in meaningful decisions that affect their lives.’ article19.org/resources/mala…

All harassment against the human rights defenders must stop at once. It is unacceptable that they are treated as criminals. Allegations of intimidation and use of force must also be investigated promptly and impartially to ensure perpetrators are brought to justice!

Through #AksesBersama, we launch A Call for Redress, Solidarity, and Dignity for LGBTIQ+ People in Malaysia — a guide on what can be done to seek justice and uphold human rights. 🔗 Checkout the guide : linkedin.com/posts/justice-… 🔗 Learn more: aksesbersama.my

‘This injunction risks giving overly broad powers to the authorities, enabling them to further silence dissent and suppress legitimate public interest reporting under the pretext of tackling “harmful content”.’ article19.org/resources/mala…

Join @Article19Msia, @CIJ_Malaysia & @sinarproject at #DRAPAC25 in KL. We are a week away from #DRAPAC25! Be sure to catch our workshops happening from 26 to 27 August! Register now: drapac.net/25/

A key measure for facilitating peaceful assemblies is to make public space available for organisers and participants. The authorities have a duty to facilitate these assemblies at the designated location.

Choosing a location for an assembly is a vital part of the right to freedom of peaceful assembly. The location should be “within sight and sound” of the intended audience to effectively convey the assembly's message.

Good news: activist Arutchelvan Subramaniam, known as Arul, has been released. Read more about unfolding events in Malaysia, and why it's time for the government to take steps to protect fundamental rights now. article19.org/resources/mala…

Update: Arul has been released under police bail around midnight.