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17 May
The article highlights the discrimination and racism experienced by Global-South nationals fleeing Ukraine during the Russian invasion. African women were barred from trains, black and Asian refugees were violently pushed […]
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Pregnancy discrimination occurs when pregnant women are not hired or fired due to their condition or intention to start a family. This discrimination is prohibited by Article 11.2 of the […]
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Femicide, a serious and preventable pandemic, has grown exponentially alongside the COVID-19 pandemic. Femicide is defined as the murder of women because they are women, often perpetrated by men, but […]
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The COVID-19 pandemic has led to a rise in hate crimes against people of Asian descent, with most cases linked to the virus’s origins in Wuhan, China. Despite recent movements […]
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Gender equality is a fundamental right in many nations, aiming to create a peaceful, prosperous, and sustainable world. It includes equal rights, responsibilities, and opportunities for all genders, including the right to liberty, security, education, and work. However, women, transgender people, and non-binary people have been more vulnerable to discrimination based on their gender since history. Most human rights instruments prohibit discrimination in treatment and outcome. Canadian law prohibits discrimination and differential treatment based on gender, with Section 28 of the Canadian Human Rights Act of 1977 stating that all Canadians have the right to equal opportunity, fair treatment, and an environment free of discrimination. October is dedicated to women, girls, and gender equality in Canada since 1992. However, statistics show high rates of gender-based violence, gender pay gap, and sexual assault and harassment against women. The report discusses ongoing human rights problems related to gender discrimination in Canada, focusing on women's rights in general and women from minority backgrounds, such as Indigenous, disabled, and transgender communities.
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The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is a young federation with a diverse community, with 80% being migrant workers or expats from Pakistan to the US. The UAE’s culture is based […]
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This report highlights the ongoing discrimination against the Roma ethnic group, particularly in Europe, and the rise of online hate speech during the COVID-19 pandemic. The Roma Genocide, perpetrated by […]
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Around 40 million people worldwide are living with HIV, with 95% living in low- and middle-income countries. The HIV epidemic in the 1980s led to widespread stigmatization and criminalization, leading […]
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This report highlights the challenges faced by minorities and marginalized groups in Nepal, including religious minorities, women, disabled people, and castes. It highlights significant violations committed against minorities in March […]
READ MORE1 Feb
This monthly report highlights human rights violations and discrimination against minority groups in the United States, highlighting recent issues in February. The US, the second largest and most populated country, […]
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