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The environmental cost of the war against Iran requires us to confront its estimated carbon emissions and how military emissions escape our current accounting. This is a reminder that a switch from fossil fuels to renewable energy is not just about addressing climate change, but also the economy and global security.
A potential off-ramp for fossil fuels? Read More »
The international community grants children rights regardless of status, recognising their vulnerability. Yet in practice, unaccompanied children remain unprotected, as states often prioritise border control over the full realisation of their human rights.
Where childhood meets the border: a call for non-discrimination Read More »
There are major threats posed by digital technologies and AI when these are used malevolently against human rights activists. It is worth addressing key recent instruments containing provisions designed to counter such threats.
Cyber protection for human rights activists in key international instruments Read More »
Human rights work demands deep compassion, often leading to emotional overwhelm. To avoid burnout and fatigue, it is worth exploring relevant steps for maintaining balance and well-being in such an emotionally demanding profession.
Avoiding compassion fatigue: staying compassionate without emotional overload Read More »
Welcome to our seventh Curated series, which provides a space to reflect on mental health in relation to human rights professionals, by drawing on discussions developed within the EMAlumni Association and related Mental Health Support Group providing peer support, emotional first aid, and access to tailored resources.
Introducing Curated #7: Safeguarding Mental Health of Human Rights Professionals Read More »
Hybrid learning models in Uruguay and Estonia highlight the importance of teacher training, robust digital infrastructure, and inclusive policies for enhancing digital education, offering valuable insights for other countries to ensure equitable and inclusive quality education during emergencies.
The future of hybrid learning: Insights from Uruguay and Estonia Read More »
European universities using GenAI, such as ChatGPT, for administrative services must comply with the General Data Protection Regulation. This includes managing personal data carefully, ensuring transparency, and adhering to principles like data minimisation and accuracy to protect privacy and uphold students’ rights.
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 »
The integration of GenAI in education raises significant human rights concerns. Any information input into the platform, including personal information, is used as training data for the model. This practice risks infringing on the right to privacy and the right to data protection. Quality of education is also impacted by GenAI accuracy concerns and misinformation, undermining the right to education.
The ChatGPT effect in higher education Read More »
Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM) remains a pressing concern, and accessible AI tools generating hyper-realistic content exacerbate this digital crisis, endangering children, obstructing investigations, and undermining legal certainty and effectiveness of laws. It is time for global awareness of AI CSAM’s alarming implications.