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Air quality is crucial for healthy life and an issue that affects everyone. Long-standing concerns regarding air pollution in the Balkans continue to seriously impact the lives of people there and steps must be taken to address it.
‘If you don’t have to, don’t breathe’: Air pollution in the Balkans Read More »
Education is a fundamental human right, which could transform Palestinian society by empowering marginalised groups like disabled children and girls. Whilst social norms create barriers, Palestinian authorities can play a vital role in creating a more inclusive curriculum and secure learning environment.
Education key to protecting human rights in Palestine Read More »
The UN Convention on Cybercrime was adopted in spite of multiple concerns regarding the unlimited prosecution powers it grants states. In Latin America, where human rights defenders and journalists are constantly harassed and threatened, this Convention could add to their vulnerability.
The UN Cybercrime Convention: why it endangers human rights defenders and journalists Read More »
Millions of women and girls throughout the African continent are still subjected to female genital mutilation with devastating consequences of lifelong pain and trauma. The international community must help African states battling centuries of prejudice to eradicate this brutal practice.
Female Genital Mutilation: Freeing African women from the shadow of the knife Read More »
In 2024 Myanmar’s military junta re-introduced another repressive measure that further sabotaged the human rights of its people—conscription. How has this affected Myanmar’s vulnerable groups, already at the receiving end of the regime’s barbarity since the dawn of the coup?
Another blow in Myanmar’s withering human rights record Read More »
In modern Armenia, homophobic attitudes prevail, supported by state ignorance about prejudice against LGBTQIA+ people, hate speech propagated by executives, church representatives and public intolerance. Marginalised groups experience regular verbal, physical and sexual harassment, family violence and police threats, violating their fundamental rights.
Life of sexual minorities in the realm of Armenia Read More »
The European Union faces growing criticism for inadequate response to the Ukrainian and Palestinian conflicts, especially compared to that of the United States, China and Russia. Given Donald Trump’s second mandate as US president, the EU must reaffirm commitment to human rights and global stability.
EU’s faltering stance on human rights amid armed conflicts in Ukraine and Palestine Read More »
Balkans medical professionals routinely subject women to unnecessary violence and humiliation whilst they are in labour, resulting in lasting injury, trauma, miscarriages and deaths of newborn infants. States must ensure women can give birth safely in a supportive atmosphere.
Becoming a mother in the Balkans: How happiest day can turn into worst nightmare Read More »
Gender-based discrimination in Palestine significantly hinders the professional and public progress of young women, despite their high levels of education. Societal norms, unemployment and violence further exacerbate these inequalities. Supportive policies, leadership training and community engagement are essential to correct this.
Gender discrimination against young women in Palestine Read More »
The Working Group on Enforced or Involuntary Disappearances published a report on how new technologies can benefit or hinder the investigation of cases of enforced disappearances. Undoubtedly, new technologies will shape how the issue of missing people in Latin America is addressed.
The use of new technologies in cases of enforced disappearances: Its pros and cons Read More »