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4 Jul

Sex Talks: the Rage Against the Sex Industry Disguised as a Fight Against Trafficking

In the US, the SESTA/FOSTA bills, introduced to combat sex trafficking, have worsened the conditions for voluntary sex workers by driving them offline, increasing exposure to violence, and limiting their access to income and health services. The laws, while reducing some trafficking online, fail to address the deeper causes of exploitation and stigmatise consensual sex work, violating workers' rights and freedom of expression. This article argues for distinguishing voluntary sex work from exploitation and emphasises recognising sex work as legitimate labour while advocating for sex workers' autonomy and protection.

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1 Jul

The 16th Meeting of the 56th Session of the Human Rights Council: Discussion on Discrimination Against Women and Girls

The Human Rights Council's 16th meeting discussed gender discrimination, highlighting challenges like gender stereotypes, insufficient representation, and violence against women. Recommendations included promoting equality and combating discrimination.

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17 Jun

Prosecuting the Taliban Regime’s Violations of CEDAW in Afghanistan: Legal Obstacles

The article examines the potential legal action against the Taliban regime in Afghanistan, assessing the challenges to women's rights within Afghan legislation.

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17 Jun

Iran Women’s Movement: A Decade Of Political Activism

The death of Mahsa Amini on 16 September 2022, after being detained by Iran's morality police for not wearing her veil correctly, triggered a wave of unprecedented protests across the country. These demonstrations, marked by the participation of women and youth, signal profound social changes in Iran. While the protests of 2022 represent a significant moment, they follow a long history of civil resistance since the 1979 revolution, highlighting the growing importance of women as central figures in Iran's political and social activism. This article explores the evolution and radicalisation of these movements.

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8 Jun

The Role of Digital Platforms and Pornography in Online Sexual Violence Cases

This article examines Pornhub's 2020 cases and the positive implications for women in mainstream pornography, highlighting the lack of specific instruments to prevent online violence.

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20 May

Being a Black Woman in Italy: a Hyper-Sexualisation Rooted in Colonial Heritage

Italy's Black women face discrimination and harassment due to skin color, racial fetishism, and colonial legacy, perpetuating hyper-sexualization, exclusion, and biases, particularly in Italian colonies.

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11 May

Voices in the Rain: Vietnam’s UPR Session Amid NGO Protests

The Working Group on the Universal Periodic Review of Yemen in Geneva has highlighted significant human rights violations in Yemen, prompting calls for international action and highlighting the country's commitment to addressing these issues.

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9 May

Shattering the Silence: Sexual Violence as a Means of War

Wartime sexual violence against women is a taboo issue, causing physical, psychological, and social harm, yet international law has neglected it, with no explicit mention in human rights sources.

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8 May

Insights from the 46th UPR Session: Assessing Cambodia’s Human Rights Landscape

The Working Group of the Universal Periodic Review of Cambodia presented its report, emphasizing its commitment to human rights, democracy, political stability, economic growth, justice-seeking, digital transformation, and inclusive development.

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1 May

Examining Yemen’s Human Rights Landscape: Insights from the 46th UPR Session

The Working Group on the Universal Periodic Review of Yemen in Geneva has highlighted significant human rights violations in Yemen, prompting calls for international action and highlighting the country's commitment to addressing these issues.

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