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Learn more about CliDef, our partners, and our grantees who are making headlines for their work to defend climate defenders.

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Human Rights and Climate Lawyer Released from Ugandan Military Prison

Eron Kiiza was imprisoned after a wrongful conviction under military trials and suffered abuse in detention.

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A recent verdict in North Dakota sends an unequivocal message: Public protest can result in crushing financial consequences.

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CliDef has led the coordination effort of an incredible ground team to secure the release of Stephen Kwikiriza, a Ugandan climate defender.

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CliDef calls on Canada to halt the deportation of Zain Haq, a 23-year-old Vancouver-based and Pakistani-born climate defender.

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Listen to CliDef Executive Director Betsy Apple, who was interviewed for the podcast, Drilled.