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The situation of people arriving by boat to Malta on the EU’s southernmost frontier was precarious before COVID-19. During the pandemic, it got considerably worse: migrants were perceived as a threat and their rights were curtailed. This legacy has proven durable.
COVID-19’s lasting effects on forced migrants’ rights at the EU’s southern frontier Read More »
The challenges that climate change is bringing to us today raise concerns about the well-being of present and future generations. It is important to understand that perspectives on this topic vary greatly depending on the context, historical background, and narrative disseminated.
A Supreme Court’s decision has denied the right to same-sex marriage in India, raising questions about constitutional equality versus societal norms. The lack of legal recognition for LGBTQIA+ unions highlights urgent needs for rights, reform, and anti-discrimination policies.
International election observers have significantly contributed to Kyrgyzstan’s democratisation and transitional justice in the aftermath of the 2005 and 2010 political upheavals. It is worth reflecting on election observation as not merely a technical exercise but also a deeply human rights-oriented endeavour.
The critical role of international election observers in Kyrgyzstan Read More »
Despite being overlooked in the global education technologies (EdTech) landscape, the MENA region holds immense potential with over 250 million children and youth. Enhancing regulatory frameworks, technology access, and data protection can ensure quality education for all learners in the region.
The EdTech startup landscape in the MENA region: the sleeping giant Read More »
Strategic investments in digital infrastructure, community learning hubs, and public-private partnerships are essential to provide all children, regardless of their socioeconomic background, with equal access to high-quality education and achieve equitable and inclusive digital education.
The upsurge in harmful digital practices targeting children raise concerns about the adequacy of protective measures under the ACRWC, and whether African youngsters are efficiently safeguarded. Recently adopted frameworks have been introduced to address these gaps and improve protection.
Addressing the systemic exploitation of teachers in the Philippines and Cambodia is essential for realising the full potential of educational technology. Only by dismantling the oppressive structures that overburden and underpay educators we can ensure equitable and effective education for all students.
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 »
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 »