UN Probes Saudi Oil Firm Aramco and It’s Bank over Climate Related Human Rights Abuses
UN Experts have expressed concern over Saudi oil giant Aramco’s failure to reduce carbon emissions and breach of human rights, highlighting the company’s legal responsibility.
The Liberation and Rebuilding of Kupyansk: A Tale of Resilience and Hope
Kupyansk, Ukraine, liberated from Russian occupation in September 2022, marking a significant conflict milestone. Despite evacuation orders in March 2023, the city’s resilience and rebuilding continue to inspire hope.
The Indonesian “Omnibus” Law and its repercussions on Labour and Indigenous Rights
The Indonesian Omnibus Bill, aimed at simplifying business license applications, has been deemed unconstitutional, reducing labor rights, weakening legal protections, and affecting workers, with concerns over Indigenous rights and environmental impact.
Cambodia’s ruling party cracks down on opposition amid July Elections
The Cambodian People’s Party (CPP) is cracking down on opposition, with the Candlelight Party banned for failing to submit registration. Human rights watchdogs condemn this, threatening the 2023 elections.
Papua New Guinea: UN Welcomes Parliament’s Decision to Repeal Capital Punishment
Papua New Guinea abolished the death penalty in 2022, citing its ineffectiveness and Christian values. The decision marks the end of capital punishment in the Oceania region, with Togo remaining a de facto abolitionist state.
Kanjuruhan Tragedy and the Culture of Police Violence and Impunity in Indonesia
In October 2022, a football match in Malang, Indonesia, led to a riot and stampede resulting in 125 deaths, highlighting police violence and impunity in the country, and urging for reform.
Montana Court’s Historic Decision Recognizing State’s Responsibility to Protect Right to a Clean and Healthy Environment
On August 14, 2023, a judge in Montana District Court pronounced a landmark decision affirming the constitutional right to safe climate, in a lawsuit Held v. Montana.
“No sleeping with those in charge, no food.”: Gender-Based Violence Among Internally Displaced Persons in Cabo Delgado, Mozambique
Mozambique’s government is addressing gender-based violence in Cabo Delgado Province, focusing on gender-sensitive services and post-conflict integration to ensure a more inclusive society.
One of the deadliest earthquakes of the decade in Türkiye and in Syria and its impact on women and girls
Two devastating earthquakes in Turkey and Syria in February 2023 left tens of thousands injured. Despite international aid, the disaster continues to worsen, particularly for women and girls, highlighting the need for better societal integration.
Dark age of women’s rights in Turkey: From revolutions to oppressions
Turkey has a long history of granting women political and social rights, but recent economic and political shifts have led to increased violence and attacks on women’s rights. The We Will Stop Femicide Platform is currently in trial.
The interdependent relationship between democracy and women’s rights
The fight for women’s empowerment and gender equality depends on the form of government women encounter in their countries. Despite structural flaws, the United States remains democratic, but political pressure can weaken institutions and lead to power abuse.
Gender equality in political life: a story of success or a failure in the 21st century?
Gender equality is a global issue, with only 27 women serving as Heads of State. Despite progress, only 38% of European MPs are female, with the EU, US, Hungary, and UK showing promising results.
The atrocities behind the gates in Xinjiang: The physical and mental persecution of Uyghur women
China’s repressive policies against Uyghurs in Xinjiang have led to inhumane conditions for millions of women, including forced sterilization and rape, resulting in “demographic genocide.” The ICC has confirmed this violation.
The situation of women’s rights in contemporary Hungary: The examination of the current state of women’s rights under the FIDESZ government
The paper examines Hungary’s women’s rights since 2010, highlighting political shifts, legal changes, and challenges in advocating for individual rights, while also addressing the 2008 global financial crisis.